Programme Analyst Gender Statistics

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, merging resources and mandates from 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 equality between women and men as partners and beneficiaries of development, human rights, humanitarian action, and peace and security" style="border-bottom: 1px dotted #007bff !important;">security. The organization has a significant presence in multiple countries, working towards the implementation of the 2030 Agenda and advancing gender equality through various flagship programs, including the Women Count initiative, which focuses on improving the production and use of gender data and statistics.

Job Overview:
The Programme Analyst Gender Statistics will report to the Deputy Country Representative and work under the matrix supervision of the Women’s Economic Empowerment specialist. This role is crucial for the effective management of UN Women programmes in the Jordan Country Office. The Programme Analyst will provide substantive technical assistance and capacity development to partners, lead resource mobilization efforts, and manage knowledge and communication initiatives. The position requires close collaboration with the programme and operations team, UN Women HQ staff, Regional Gender Statistics specialists, government officials, multi and bilateral donors, and civil society to ensure successful implementation of UN Women programmes. The Programme Analyst will contribute to the development of programme strategies in the area of Gender Statistics, provide technical support for implementation and management, and ensure that gender data is effectively used to inform policies and programs.

Duties and Responsibilities:
The Programme Analyst will have a comprehensive set of duties and responsibilities, including:

• Contributing technically to the development of programme strategies in Gender Statistics, providing substantive inputs to the design and formulation of programme/project proposals and initiatives, and identifying areas for support and intervention.
• Providing technical support to the implementation and management of Gender Statistics programmes, including leading the implementation of programme activities, coordinating calls for proposals, and reviewing financial and narrative reports from implementing partners.
• Offering technical assistance and capacity development to project/programme partners, maintaining relationships with national partners, and facilitating training as needed.
• Monitoring and reporting on project progress, drafting reports on monitoring missions, and providing inputs for donor and UN Women reports.
• Managing people and finances related to Gender Statistics, including budget monitoring and supervision of Programme Associates.
• Building partnerships and resource mobilization strategies, preparing documentation for donor meetings, and participating in public information events.
• Supporting inter-agency coordination on Gender Statistics to align UN Women programmes with other partners.
• Contributing to advocacy, knowledge building, and communication efforts by developing background documents, coordinating campaigns, and managing knowledge products.

Required Qualifications:
The position requires a Master’s degree or equivalent in social sciences, including economics, statistics, 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 is desirable. Candidates should possess good programme formulation, implementation, monitoring, and evaluation skills, as well as the ability to gather and interpret data, reach logical conclusions, and present findings effectively. Knowledge of Results Based Management and technical expertise in Gender Statistics are essential, along with strong analytical skills and the ability to identify trends and opportunities for fundraising.

Educational Background:
Candidates must hold a Master’s degree or equivalent in social sciences, such as economics, statistics, gender/women's studies, international development, or a related field. Alternatively, a first-level university degree combined with two additional years of qualifying experience may be accepted in lieu of the advanced university degree. A project/programme management certification is considered an asset for this position.

Experience:
At least 2 years of progressively responsible work experience at the national or international level in the design, planning, implementation, monitoring, and evaluation of development projects is required. Experience in programme design, coordination, management, and implementation of a gender statistics programme is desirable. Technical experience in Gender Statistics, as well as experience coordinating with government agencies and/or donors, is also preferred. Familiarity with the UN System and experience in leading or managing a team are advantageous, along with experience working in gender equality and women’s rights at the international level.

Languages:
Fluency in English and Arabic is required for this position. Proficiency in additional languages may be considered an asset, but is not mandatory.

Additional Notes:
The position is a local post open to nationals of Jordan. UN Women is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive environment and adheres to a zero-tolerance policy on conduct incompatible with the aims and objectives of the United Nations. 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, as incomplete applications may be disqualified from the recruitment process.