UN Women Country Representative

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. It merges the work of four previously distinct parts of the UN system that focused on gender issues. The organization operates globally, with a mission to eliminate discrimination against women and girls, empower women, and achieve equality between women and men. UN Women is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive environment, ensuring that all employment decisions are based on qualifications and competence, and adheres to a zero-tolerance policy on misconduct.

Job Overview:
The Country Representative for UN Women in Nepal is responsible for leading and managing the Nepal Country Office portfolio. This role involves translating UN Women's Strategic Plan into actionable development initiatives and results, aligning with regional and national priorities. The representative will develop, implement, and manage programs and projects, fostering partnerships with government entities, civil society organizations, and donors to promote gender equality and women's empowerment. The position requires strategic planning, risk management, and collaboration with various stakeholders to ensure effective program delivery and resource mobilization.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Manage the strategic country programme planning and development, including the design and implementation of the Country Strategic Note in collaboration with stakeholders.
• Lead Enterprise Risk Management and Organizational Resilience by establishing a risk management framework and conducting regular assessments.
• Oversee the Nepal Country Office's operations, ensuring compliance with UN Women policies and effective workforce management.
• Support the Resident Coordinator and serve as a member of the UN Country Team, integrating gender issues into UN programming processes.
• Represent UN Women in intergovernmental forums and advocate for gender equality.
• Develop resource mobilization strategies and manage partnerships with stakeholders and donors.
• Lead knowledge management and capacity building initiatives.
• Ensure the safety and security" style="border-bottom: 1px dotted #007bff !important;">security of personnel and organizational assets.
• Perform other duties as necessary for the efficient functioning of the office.

Required Qualifications:
Candidates must possess a Master's degree or equivalent in development-related disciplines, economics, public policy, or social sciences. A first-level university degree with additional qualifying experience may be accepted. A project/programme management certification is advantageous. Candidates should have at least 10 years of progressively responsible development experience, particularly in gender and women's issues programming at the international level, preferably within the UN system. Field experience with multicultural teams and experience in risk management frameworks are also required.

Educational Background:
A Master's degree or equivalent in relevant fields is required. 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 asset.

Experience:
At least 10 years of progressively responsible experience in development cooperation, with a focus on strategic and managerial leadership in international contexts. Experience in gender and women's issues programming, field-based experience with multicultural teams, and experience in leading and coaching staff in international settings are essential. Familiarity with risk management frameworks and responding to audit findings is also required.

Languages:
Fluency in English is mandatory. Knowledge of another official UN language (French, Arabic, Chinese, Russian, or Spanish) is desirable.

Additional Notes:
The position is a fixed-term appointment at the P5 level. The incumbent will lead a team of over 40 staff and affiliated personnel, including 6 direct reports. UN Women promotes a diverse and inclusive work environment and has a zero-tolerance policy for misconduct. All selected candidates will undergo rigorous reference and background checks.