Programme Analyst, Gender & GBV

Job Posting Organization:
UNFPA, the United Nations Population Fund, is the lead UN agency for delivering a world where every pregnancy is intended, every childbirth is safe, and every young person's potential is fulfilled. Established in 1969, UNFPA operates in over 150 countries and has a mission to ensure that every person can make informed choices about their reproductive health. The organization focuses on four interconnected outcomes: ending unmet needs for family planning, preventing maternal deaths, eliminating gender-based violence, and adapting to demographic changes through evidence-based policies. UNFPA is committed to promoting human rights and gender equality, and it seeks principled and ethical staff who embody these values.

Job Overview:
The Programme Analyst, Gender & GBV position is crucial for the effective delivery of UNFPA activities related to gender equity and the prevention of gender-based violence (GBV) in Zimbabwe. This role involves working under the supervision of the Programme Coordinator for Gender Equality/GBV/Human Rights and contributes to the management of UNFPA’s programming activities aimed at enhancing gender equity and reducing GBV, particularly among adolescents, young people, women, and key population groups. The Programme Analyst is responsible for technical delivery in programming, implementation, stakeholder relations, knowledge management, and monitoring and evaluation (M&E). The position requires a proactive approach to ensure that UNFPA’s transformative results are achieved, particularly in humanitarian settings. The Programme Analyst will also maintain collaborative relationships with all staff and teams within the Country Office, ensuring effective communication and coordination across various functions.

Duties and Responsibilities:
The Programme Analyst, Gender & GBV will be responsible for a variety of tasks, including:

• General Programming: Collaborating with government counterparts, UN partner agencies, NGOs, and other stakeholders to formulate and design the country programme and its annual work plans (AWPs) in alignment with government priorities. Ensuring the quality of programme/project design by incorporating lessons learned and best practices. Supporting project implementation by establishing collaborative relationships with executing agencies and facilitating timely delivery of project inputs.
• Monitoring & Evaluation (M&E), Policy and Knowledge Management: Tracking Gender/GBV programme implementation and financial expenditure, supporting partners in submitting quality reports, and analyzing programme progress. Monitoring project expenditures to ensure alignment with approved budgets.
• Technical Expertise/Management: Analyzing the political, social, and economic environment relevant to Gender/GBV and identifying opportunities for UNFPA assistance. Participating in national and sub-national forums to enhance UNFPA's mandate on Gender/GBV.
• Advocacy and Resource Mobilization: Assisting in advocacy and resource mobilization efforts by preparing relevant documentation and developing materials for public information and advocacy.
• Funds Management: Preparing and managing programme budgets, monitoring expenditures, and ensuring timely reporting of financial information.
• General Support: Providing support to other team members and carrying out additional duties as required by UNFPA leadership.

Required Qualifications:
Candidates must possess a Master's Degree in health, population, demography, development, gender, law, or a related social science field. They should have at least 2 years of progressively responsible professional experience in development and population activities, with significant work experience in Sexual and Reproductive Health and Rights and GBV prevention. Specialized knowledge in integrated SRHR/Gender/GBV approaches is desired, along with experience in programme/project management, particularly in large multi-sector programmes. Prior experience in the UN system is an asset, as well as excellent communication and analytical skills. A thorough understanding of the UN system and current development topics in Zimbabwe will be advantageous.

Educational Background:
A Master's Degree in health, population, demography, development, gender, law, or other related social science fields is required for this position. This educational background is essential to understand the complexities of gender issues and GBV, as well as to effectively contribute to UNFPA's mission and objectives.

Experience:
The position requires at least 2 years of increasingly responsible professional experience in the field of development and population activities. Candidates should have significant work experience in Sexual and Reproductive Health and Rights and GBV prevention, as well as experience in programme/project management, particularly in large multi-sector programmes. Experience in humanitarian and post-conflict recovery settings is preferred, along with a thorough understanding of the UN system and its operations.

Languages:
Fluency in oral and written English is mandatory for this position. A working knowledge of another UN official language is considered an asset, enhancing the candidate's ability to communicate effectively in a diverse international environment.

Additional Notes:
This position offers an attractive remuneration package, including a competitive net salary, health insurance, and other benefits as applicable. UNFPA promotes a work environment that reflects values of gender equality, diversity, integrity, and a healthy work-life balance. The organization encourages applications from women, LGBTQIA+ individuals, minority ethnic groups, indigenous populations, persons with disabilities, and other underrepresented groups. Reasonable accommodations may be provided to applicants with disabilities upon request to support their participation in the recruitment process. UNFPA is committed to equal opportunities in terms of appointment, training, compensation, and selection for all, regardless of personal characteristics.