Management Specialist – Internal Policy Management (IPM)

Job Posting Organization:
UN Women was established in July 2010 as part of the UN reform agenda to enhance gender equality and women's empowerment. The organization merges resources and mandates from four previously distinct parts of the UN system, focusing on the elimination of discrimination against women and girls, the empowerment of women, and the achievement of equality between women and men. UN Women operates globally, with a mission to support the delivery of gender equality and women's rights in line with the UN Women Strategic Plan and the 2030 Agenda. The organization is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive environment, employing individuals based on qualifications and competence, regardless of race, gender, or other characteristics.

Job Overview:
The Management Specialist – Internal Policy Management (IPM) plays a crucial role within the Corporate Performance and Accountability Unit (CPAU) of UN Women. This position is responsible for overseeing the management, oversight, and implementation of the Policies, Procedures, and Guidance (PPG) Framework. The incumbent will maintain the PPG Portal, ensuring that all policies are accurate, up-to-date, and responsive to the organization's operational context. The role involves providing guidance for PPG needs analysis and development, coordinating with various stakeholders, and ensuring compliance with internal policy governance processes. The Management Specialist will also contribute to the organization's capacity development initiatives and support fraud risk management efforts, ensuring that the organization adheres to its internal governance standards and promotes a culture of accountability and results.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Lead internal policy governance and coordination by overseeing the internal policy cycle processes, ensuring compliance with the PPG governance framework, and providing actionable guidance to content and business process owners.
• Coordinate cross-functional engagement and impact analysis by working with HQ divisions and Regional and Country Offices to ensure policy revisions reflect operational realities.
• Manage the PPG Portal maintenance and governance by enhancing usability, uploading new documents, and ensuring accessibility.
• Strengthen change management and knowledge development by creating guidance and training materials to promote awareness of internal policy governance processes.
• Support fraud risk management by providing technical guidance on the implementation of the Anti-Fraud Policy and facilitating Fraud Risk Assessments.
• Perform other duties as necessary for the efficient functioning of the Office and the Organization.

Required Qualifications:
The ideal candidate must possess an advanced university degree (Master’s or equivalent) in law, economics, finance, social sciences, business or public administration/management, or a related field. A first-level university degree combined with three additional years of qualifying experience may be accepted in lieu of the advanced degree. The candidate should have a minimum of 5 years of progressively responsible professional experience in internal policy governance, regulatory frameworks, and organizational change management within complex institutions. Experience in designing, reviewing, and implementing organizational policies and procedures is essential, along with practical experience in policy-related capacity-building and utilizing digital tools for governance document administration.

Educational Background:
Candidates are required to have an advanced university degree (Master’s or equivalent) in disciplines such as law, economics, finance, social sciences, business or public administration/management, or other fields related to international development. Alternatively, a first-level university degree with three additional years of qualifying experience may be accepted in lieu of the advanced degree.

Experience:
A minimum of 5 years of progressively responsible professional experience is required, particularly in internal policy governance, regulatory or compliance frameworks, and organizational change management within complex institutions. The candidate should have demonstrated experience in designing, reviewing, and implementing organizational policies and procedures, as well as experience in cross-functional coordination and policy consultation processes across multiple organizational levels.

Languages:
Fluency in English is mandatory for this position. Knowledge of another official UN language (such as French, Arabic, Chinese, Russian, or Spanish) is desirable and would be considered an asset.

Additional Notes:
This position does not have supervisory or managerial responsibilities. The role is expected to support the efficient functioning of the Office and the Organization. UN Women is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive environment and has a zero-tolerance policy on conduct incompatible with its aims and objectives. Selected candidates will undergo rigorous reference and background checks, including verification of academic credentials and employment history. Applicants must ensure that all sections of the application form are completed to avoid disqualification from the recruitment process.