Programme Associate

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 globally. The organization merges the resources and mandates of four previously distinct parts of the UN system that focused on gender issues. UN Women operates in multiple countries, working towards the elimination of discrimination against women and girls, and promoting their empowerment. The organization is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive environment, ensuring that all employment decisions are based on qualifications and competence, regardless of race, gender, or other characteristics.

Job Overview:
The Programme Associate position at UN Women in Amman is primarily responsible for supporting the Office Programme by performing various administrative processes to ensure high quality and accuracy in Women’s Economic Empowerment (WEE) focused areas. The role involves close collaboration with the Operations, Programme, and projects staff to ensure consistent service delivery and to resolve complex programme-related issues. The Programme Associate will report to the Women’s Economic Empowerment Specialist and will be involved in the formulation and management of programmes, financial management, resource mobilization, and knowledge sharing. This position is crucial for the successful implementation of the Women Count initiative, which aims to strengthen the capacity of the Government and Non-State Actors in Jordan to produce and utilize gender data effectively.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Provide administrative and logistical support to the formulation and management of programmes, including preparing work plans, budgets, and proposals.
• Offer technical guidance on routine delivery and reporting of programme activities and finances.
• Prepare information for audits and support the implementation of audit recommendations.
• Review programme data for the Jordan Country Office website and compile necessary information for documents and reports.
• Assist in financial management by creating projects in the Quantum system, preparing budget revisions, and monitoring budget preparation.
• Undertake logistical arrangements for meetings, workshops, and events, including travel arrangements for the Programme Team.
• Prepare public information materials and briefing packets.
• Support resource mobilization efforts by preparing agreements and processing information from donors.
• Facilitate knowledge building by synthesizing lessons learned and organizing training for office personnel.

Required Qualifications:
The position requires a minimum of secondary education, with a Bachelor’s degree in business or public administration being desirable. Candidates must have at least 6 years of progressively responsible experience in administration or programme management/support. Proficiency in using multiple office software packages, particularly Excel, is essential. Experience in supporting a programme management team and working with national and implementing partners is also required. Familiarity with modern web-based ERP systems, preferably Oracle Cloud, is necessary.

Educational Background:
Completion of secondary education is required, while a Bachelor’s degree in business or public administration is preferred. This educational background supports the administrative and management functions of the role, ensuring that the Programme Associate can effectively contribute to the organization's goals.

Experience:
Candidates must possess at least 6 years of progressively responsible experience in administration or programme management/support. This experience should include working in a computer environment with multiple office software packages, specifically Excel, and supporting a programme management team. Experience in collaborating with national and implementing partners is also essential, as is familiarity with modern web-based ERP systems, preferably Oracle Cloud.

Languages:
Fluency in both Arabic and English is required for this position. This bilingual proficiency is crucial for effective communication within the diverse environment of UN Women and for engaging with various stakeholders in Jordan.

Additional Notes:
The position is a local post for nationals, indicating that it is intended for candidates who are citizens of Jordan. The job may involve a full-time commitment, and while the specific contract duration is not mentioned, candidates should be prepared for a role that may require long-term engagement with the organization. UN Women emphasizes a zero-tolerance policy on conduct that is incompatible with its aims, including discrimination and harassment, and all selected candidates will undergo rigorous reference and background checks.