Head of Field Office

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Position Title: Head of Field Office
Location: Al Qadarif
Country: Sudan
Deadline Date: Not specified

Job Details

Job Posting Organization:
UNFPA (United Nations Population Fund) is the lead UN agency for delivering a world where every pregnancy is wanted, every childbirth is safe, and every young person's potential is fulfilled. Established in 1969, UNFPA operates in over 150 countries and territories, focusing on reproductive health, gender equality, and population issues. The organization aims to ensure that every individual has the right to make informed choices about their reproductive health and to live free from violence and discrimination. UNFPA's strategic plan for 2022-2025 emphasizes three transformative results: ending preventable maternal deaths, ending unmet needs for family planning, and ending gender-based violence and harmful practices. The organization is committed to addressing the impacts of the Covid-19 pandemic on women's and girls' access to sexual and reproductive health and rights, and to realizing its goals in the Decade of Action leading up to 2030.

Job Overview:
The Head of Field Office will play a crucial role in managing UNFPA's humanitarian response in Gedaref (Al Qadarif), focusing on needs identification, response planning, implementation, and coordination of humanitarian interventions. This position requires close collaboration with various stakeholders, including government partners, humanitarian agencies, civil society, and local counterparts. The incumbent will be responsible for ensuring that UNFPA's mandate and mission are effectively positioned in the region, while also building relationships with donors and other relevant entities to provide humanitarian assistance to crisis-affected communities. The role involves overseeing the planning, implementation, monitoring, and reporting of work plans and budgets, as well as promoting knowledge sharing and continuous learning within the organization. The Head of Field Office will also contribute to evidence generation for programming and support the establishment of a robust monitoring and evaluation system in the field office.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Programme Development and Implementation: Plan, implement, monitor, and report on work plans and budgets; manage the humanitarian response in Gedaref (Al Qadarif); ensure UNFPA visibility through documentation and reporting; advise on potential implementing partners; promote knowledge sharing and innovative strategies; participate in rapid field assessments; and supervise programme monitoring and assessment missions.
• Partnership and Advocacy: Maintain communication with implementing partners and local UN entities; participate in joint initiatives; foster strategic alliances with local authorities and NGOs; conduct evidence-based advocacy; contribute to resource mobilization strategies; and brief senior management on the socio-economic and humanitarian situation.
• Coordination and Capacity Building: Coordinate UNFPA's response across Gedaref (Al Qadarif); participate in cluster meetings; mentor staff; ensure effective donor reporting; liaise with other sectors; and provide technical support to implementing partners.
• Supplies Management: Oversee planning and distribution of supplies; ensure timely flow of supplies; and strengthen the last mile assurance process for UNFPA commodities.
• Effective Office Management and Team Leadership: Supervise field programme staff; support management of human and financial resources; ensure staff safety and security" style="border-bottom: 1px dotted #007bff !important;">security; develop an integrated approach to office work; and foster a harmonious working environment.
• Any Other Duties: Perform additional tasks as required by supervisors or management.

Required Qualifications:

• Education: A Master’s Degree in public health, gender studies, humanitarian affairs, development studies, or related social science disciplines is required.
• Knowledge and Experience: At least 5 years of progressively responsible professional experience in humanitarian programming and coordination, preferably related to sexual and reproductive health (SRH), gender-based violence (GBV), and emergency response. Relevant training in humanitarian response and emergency team leadership is advantageous. Strong analytical, coordination, and organizational skills are essential, along with demonstrated leadership and management experience in a multinational team environment. Candidates should possess the ability to build strategic alliances, mobilize resources, and maintain relationships with donors, as well as experience in managing diverse teams in complex and insecure contexts.

Educational Background:
Candidates must hold a Master’s Degree in a relevant field such as public health, gender studies, humanitarian affairs, development studies, or other related social science disciplines. This educational background is crucial for understanding the complexities of humanitarian work and the specific needs of affected populations.

Experience:
A minimum of 5 years of relevant experience is required, with a focus on humanitarian programming and coordination. Candidates should have experience in areas related to sexual and reproductive health, gender-based violence, and emergency response, including field experience. Additional training in humanitarian response and emergency team leadership is considered an advantage.

Languages:
Fluency in English and Arabic is mandatory for this position. Knowledge of other UN languages is considered an asset, enhancing communication and collaboration with diverse stakeholders in the humanitarian context.

Additional Notes:
This position offers an attractive remuneration package, including a competitive net salary, health insurance, and other applicable benefits. 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, individuals from the LGBTQIA+ community, minority ethnic groups, indigenous populations, persons with disabilities, and other underrepresented groups. UNFPA is committed to ensuring gender parity and equal opportunities in terms of appointment, training, compensation, and selection for all candidates, regardless of personal characteristics.