Programme Analyst

Job Posting Organization:
UN Women was established in July 2010 as the United Nations Entity for Gender Equality and the Empowerment of Women. The organization 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 upon the work of four previously distinct parts of the UN system that focused on gender issues. The organization operates globally, with a mission to advance women's rights, gender equality, and the empowerment of all women and girls. UN Women collaborates with governments, civil society, and the private sector to implement international norms and standards on women's rights and to promote gender-responsive policies and practices. In Türkiye, UN Women aligns its work with the Global Strategic Plan 2026-2029 and the Country Strategic Note (2026-2029), contributing to the overall UN Sustainable Development Cooperation Framework for Türkiye (UNSDCF) (2026-2030).

Job Overview:
The Programme Analyst position at UN Women involves providing programmatic support to ensure the effective management of UN Women’s programs in Türkiye. The role requires contributing to the design, formulation, implementation, and evaluation of programs aimed at advancing gender equality and women's empowerment. The Programme Analyst will analyze results achieved during program implementation and support the application of relevant systems and procedures. This position necessitates close collaboration with various stakeholders, including the program and operations team, UN Women HQ staff, government officials, multi and bi-lateral donors, and civil society organizations. The overarching goal of the position is to support the delivery of UN Women programs that align with the organization's mission to achieve gender equality and empower women and girls in Türkiye.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Contribute technically to the development of program strategies in the respective area of work, providing inputs to the design and formulation of program/project proposals related to women’s leadership and decision-making.
• Provide technical support to the implementation and management of the Country Office’s program, including inputs to the annual workplan and budget, coordinating and monitoring program activities, and reviewing financial and narrative reports from implementing partners.
• Offer technical assistance and capacity development support to program partners, identifying opportunities for capacity building and facilitating technical support and training as needed.
• Monitor progress on program activities, results, and indicators, providing inputs to quarterly and donor reports.
• Oversee budget implementation and program expenditures, performing budget revisions when necessary, and providing inputs to financial reports.
• Contribute to building partnerships and resource mobilization strategies, analyzing and maintaining relevant information and databases.
• Provide technical inputs to inter-agency coordination to ensure coherence and alignment of UN Women programs with other partners in the country.
• Support advocacy, knowledge building, and communication efforts by providing technical inputs to background documents and coordinating advocacy activities and campaigns.
• Perform other duties as necessary for the efficient functioning of the Office and the Organization.

Required Qualifications:
The position requires a Master’s degree or equivalent in social sciences, human rights, gender/women’s studies, international development, or a related field. A first-level university degree combined with two additional years of qualifying experience may be accepted in lieu of the advanced degree. A project/programme management certification such as PMP®, PRINCE2®, or MSP® is considered an advantage. Candidates should possess strong analytical skills, knowledge of gender-responsive planning and budgeting, and the ability to gather and interpret data effectively.

Educational Background:
Candidates must hold a Master’s degree or equivalent in relevant fields such as social sciences, human rights, gender/women’s studies, or international development. Alternatively, a first-level university degree with additional qualifying experience may be accepted. A project/programme management certification is a plus.

Experience:
At least 1 year of relevant work experience in program/project implementation, coordination, monitoring, evaluation, donor reporting, and capacity building in the field of gender equality and women’s empowerment is required. Experience in gender-responsive planning and budgeting, as well as in training and capacity development methodologies, is highly desirable. Previous experience working with international organizations, including the United Nations System, is also preferred.

Languages:
Fluency in English and Turkish is required for this position. Proficiency in additional languages may be considered an asset, enhancing communication with diverse stakeholders.

Additional Notes:
The position is full-time and may involve collaboration with various partners, including government agencies and civil society organizations. UN Women is committed to diversity and inclusion, ensuring a respectful environment for all employees. The organization has a zero-tolerance policy regarding misconduct and expects all selected candidates to adhere to its policies and standards of conduct. Background checks will be conducted to verify academic credentials and employment history, and candidates must complete all sections of the application form to avoid disqualification.