Programme Specialist (Women, Peace and Security)

Job Posting Organization:
UN Women, established in July 2010, is the United Nations Entity for Gender Equality and the Empowerment of Women. It was created as part of the UN reform agenda to consolidate resources and mandates for greater impact on gender equality and women's empowerment. UN Women merges and builds on the work of four previously distinct parts of the UN system that focused on gender equality. The organization operates globally, with a mission to eliminate discrimination against women and girls, empower women, and achieve equality between women and men as partners and beneficiaries of development, human rights, humanitarian action, and peace and security" style="border-bottom: 1px dotted #007bff !important;">security. In South Sudan, UN Women supports the government in implementing commitments to international standards on gender equality and women's human rights, working with various stakeholders including government, civil society, and UN agencies.

Job Overview:
The Programme Specialist (Women, Peace and Security) will be responsible for planning, implementing, managing, and providing technical support to UN Women’s Women, Peace and Security interventions in South Sudan. This role involves designing and developing program strategies that align with national peacebuilding priorities and UN Women’s global Strategic Plan. The specialist will lead conflict and gender analyses to inform design" style="border-bottom: 1px dotted #007bff !important;">program design and decision-making, ensuring coherence with ongoing governance, humanitarian response, and development programming. The position requires managing the implementation of the Women, Peace and Security program, including budget management, technical assistance, capacity development, and monitoring and reporting. The specialist will also build partnerships, support resource mobilization strategies, and contribute to inter-agency coordination on Women, Peace and Security initiatives.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Design and develop program strategies in Women, Peace and Security, ensuring alignment with national priorities and UN Women’s Strategic Plan.
• Manage the implementation of the Women, Peace and Security program, including finalizing work plans and budgets, providing guidance on implementation modalities, and ensuring quality assurance of partner reports.
• Identify capacity building needs of partners and coordinate technical assistance and training initiatives.
• Oversee monitoring and reporting of program implementation, ensuring compliance with results-based management tools.
• Manage the program budget, supervise team members, and conduct performance assessments.
• Develop partnerships and resource mobilization strategies, analyzing donor opportunities and coordinating with UN agencies.
• Provide technical support for inter-agency coordination on Women, Peace and Security.
• Manage advocacy and communication efforts, developing strategies and knowledge management products.
• Perform other duties as necessary for the efficient functioning of the office.

Required Qualifications:
Candidates must possess a strong knowledge of Women, Peace and Security thematic areas, results-based management, and program formulation and implementation. They should have the ability to synthesize program performance data and produce analytical reports. Strong analytical skills are essential, along with the ability to identify trends and develop fundraising strategies. Candidates should demonstrate effective communication, stakeholder engagement, and leadership skills.

Educational Background:
A Master’s degree or equivalent in Social Sciences, Political Science, Development, Public Administration, or Gender is required. A first-level university degree combined with two additional years of qualifying experience may be accepted in lieu of an advanced degree. A project/programme management certification (such as PMP®, PRINCE2®, or MSP®) is an added advantage.

Experience:
At least 5 years of progressively responsible experience in program management, including design, coordination, monitoring, evaluation, and donor reporting, is required. Experience in gender-related areas is desirable, along with skills in setting priorities, budgets, and work plans. Candidates should have experience in leading and coaching staff in international settings and proficiency in office software and web-based management systems. Familiarity with modern ERP systems, preferably Oracle Cloud, is desirable, and international experience is a plus.

Languages:
Fluency in English is required, and knowledge of Arabic would be an asset.

Additional Notes:
The position may involve supervisory responsibilities over the Women, Peace and Security team members. UN Women is committed to diversity and inclusion, ensuring a respectful environment for all employees. The organization has a zero-tolerance policy on conduct incompatible with its aims, including sexual exploitation and abuse, harassment, and discrimination. Selected candidates will undergo rigorous background checks, including verification of academic credentials and employment history.