National Programme Officer - Women, Peace and Security (WPS)

Job Posting Organization:
UN Women was established in July 2010 as part of the UN reform agenda to enhance the impact of the UN's work on gender equality and women's empowerment. It merges the efforts of four previously distinct parts of the UN system that focused on gender equality and women's empowerment. UN Women operates globally, with a mission to eliminate discrimination against women and girls, empower women, and achieve gender equality as partners and beneficiaries of development, human rights, humanitarian action, and peace and security" style="border-bottom: 1px dotted #007bff !important;">security. The organization coordinates and promotes the UN system's work in advancing gender equality and is committed to integrating gender considerations into all aspects of the 2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development. In Timor-Leste, UN Women contributes to the government's efforts to advance gender equality as outlined in its Strategic Development Plan 2011-2030 and supports the implementation of international human rights obligations. The organization focuses on Women's Economic Empowerment and the Women, Peace and Security agenda, aiming to strengthen the implementation of normative commitments such as CEDAW and the Beijing Platform for Action.

Job Overview:
The National Programme Officer for Women, Peace and Security (WPS) will play a crucial role in supporting Timor-Leste's efforts to develop and implement a second-generation National Action Plan for the implementation of UNSCR 132

• This position involves providing integrated policy advice, technical assistance, and capacity development, as well as supporting advocacy efforts. The Programme Officer will contribute to investments in financing and generating data around the WPS agenda, promote women and youth representation in local decision-making bodies, increase access to inclusive security and justice services, and support gender-responsive conflict prevention and response. The role requires close collaboration with various stakeholders, including government officials, civil society, and UN Women regional and HQ staff, to ensure effective management and implementation of the WPS programme in Timor-Leste.

Duties and Responsibilities:
The National Programme Officer will be responsible for several key functions, including:

• Contributing technically to the development of programme strategies in the Women, Peace and Security Plan, designing and developing programme/project proposals and initiatives, and identifying areas for support and intervention related to the programme.
• Leading the implementation and management of the Women, Peace and Security programme, including developing technical inputs to the annual workplan and budget, managing programme activities, and coordinating calls for proposals.
• Providing technical assistance and capacity development to project/programme partners, maintaining relationships with national partners, and identifying opportunities for capacity development.
• Monitoring progress of implementation activities and finances using results-based management tools, drafting reports on monitoring missions, and providing substantive inputs to donor and UN Women reports.
• Building partnerships and resource mobilization strategies, preparing relevant documentation, and participating in donor meetings and public information events.
• Providing technical support to inter-agency coordination on WPS and contributing to UN Results Groups on Gender, Governance, and Climate Change and Resilience.
• Developing background documents, briefs, and presentations related to WPS, overseeing communications, and coordinating advocacy campaigns and knowledge products.

Required Qualifications:
Candidates must possess a Master's or Bachelor's degree or equivalent in social sciences, human rights, gender/women's studies, international development, or a related field. A Master's degree requires at least 2 years of relevant experience, while a Bachelor's degree requires at least 4 years of progressively responsible work experience in development programme/project management, implementation, coordination, monitoring and evaluation, donor reporting, and capacity development. Experience in the Women, Peace and Security area, particularly in participation, prevention, or peacebuilding, is considered an asset. Additionally, experience in facilitating and developing partners' capacity and coordinating with government agencies and/or donors is also advantageous.

Educational Background:
The educational background required for this position includes a Master's or Bachelor's degree in social sciences, human rights, gender/women's studies, international development, or a related field. This educational foundation is essential for understanding the complexities of gender issues and the frameworks surrounding women's empowerment and peace and security.

Experience:
The position requires a minimum of 2 years of relevant experience for candidates with a Master's degree, or at least 4 years for those with a Bachelor's degree. This experience should be progressively responsible and encompass development programme/project management, implementation, coordination, monitoring and evaluation, donor reporting, and capacity development. Specific experience in the Women, Peace and Security area, particularly in aspects of participation, prevention, or peacebuilding, is highly valued. Candidates should also have experience in facilitating and developing the capacity of partners and coordinating with government agencies and donors.

Languages:
Fluency in English and Tetum is required for this position. Knowledge of another UN official working language is considered an asset, and familiarity with Portuguese or Bahasa Indonesian is also beneficial. Strong writing skills and verbal communication abilities are essential for effectively conveying information and engaging with various stakeholders.

Additional Notes:
The position is full-time and involves working closely with various stakeholders, including government officials, civil society, and UN Women staff. The role may require international collaboration and engagement with multiple partners. UN Women is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive environment and adheres to a zero-tolerance policy on conduct incompatible with its aims and objectives. Selected candidates will undergo rigorous reference and background checks, including verification of academic credentials and employment history. Applicants must ensure that all sections of the application form are completed to avoid disqualification from the recruitment process.