Social Senior Analyst

Job Posting Organization:
UNOPS Myanmar is a prominent office within the UNOPS network in Asia, established to manage significant development programs in Myanmar. It serves as the Principal Recipient for the Global Fund, particularly focusing on initiatives aimed at eliminating malaria in the Greater Mekong sub-region. UNOPS provides essential services such as procurement, infrastructure, and project management to various organizations, including international development partners, UN agencies, and INGOs. The organization is committed to delivering high-quality services that meet stringent requirements for speed, efficiency, and cost-effectiveness, thereby playing a crucial role in the development landscape of Myanmar.

Job Overview:
The Social Senior Analyst position at UNOPS Myanmar involves supporting two critical projects: the Myanmar Health and Nutrition Support Project (HANS) and the Myanmar Strengthening Community Resilience Project (SCORE). The HANS project focuses on delivering essential health and nutrition services to vulnerable populations, particularly women and children, through partnerships with NGOs and community organizations. The SCORE project aims to enhance community resilience in response to ongoing crises by providing training, infrastructure support, and livelihoods assistance. The role requires analyzing environmental and social (E&S) instruments, ensuring compliance with international standards, and integrating social standards into project activities. The analyst will engage with stakeholders, monitor E&S standards, and lead the Grievance Redress Mechanism (GRM) to address community concerns effectively. Candidates can apply for one or both positions, contributing to impactful projects that aim to improve health outcomes and community resilience in Myanmar.

Duties and Responsibilities:
The Social Senior Analyst will be responsible for a variety of tasks, including analyzing E&S instruments such as the Environmental and Social Management Framework (ESMF) and Stakeholder Engagement Plan (SEP). The analyst will provide actionable insights to refine project E&S approaches, ensuring alignment with the World Bank’s Environmental and Social Framework. Responsibilities include advising on the integration of social standards into project activities, engaging with stakeholders to adopt best practices, monitoring the effectiveness of E&S standards, preparing comprehensive reports for donors, and leading the development and implementation of the GRM. The analyst will also conduct training sessions on social standards for project personnel and stakeholders, document lessons learned, and ensure continuous improvement of project practices based on feedback and observations.

Required Qualifications:
Candidates must possess an advanced university degree (Master's) in Social Science, Anthropology, Sociology, Development Studies, Community Development, or a related field. Alternatively, a first-level university degree in these areas, combined with two years of relevant experience, may be accepted. A minimum of two years of professional experience in social safeguards and sustainability is required for those with a Master's degree, or four years for those with a first-level degree. Experience with the World Bank, UN agencies, or NGOs is highly valued, along with knowledge of environmental safeguards compliance and UN systems for social safeguards. Proficiency in computer software, particularly MS Office and Google Suite, is essential.

Educational Background:
An advanced university degree (Master's) in relevant fields such as Social Science, Anthropology, Sociology, Development Studies, or Community Development is required. A first-level university degree in these areas, along with two additional years of experience, may be accepted in lieu of the advanced degree. This educational background is crucial for understanding the complexities of social standards and risk mitigation in project management.

Experience:
The position requires a minimum of two years of professional experience in social safeguards and sustainability for candidates with a Master's degree, or four years for those with a first-level university degree. Experience working with international organizations such as the World Bank or UN agencies is preferred, as is familiarity with environmental safeguards compliance and UN policies related to social safeguards. Proficiency in using office software is also necessary for effective communication and reporting.

Languages:
Excellent written and oral proficiency in both English and Burmese is mandatory for this position. This bilingual requirement is essential for effective communication with stakeholders and for ensuring that project documentation meets the necessary standards.

Additional Notes:
The contract type for this position is a Local Individual Contractor Agreement (LICA-9) with an open-ended duration, subject to organizational requirements and funding availability. UNOPS emphasizes diversity and encourages applications from qualified women and underrepresented groups. The organization is committed to providing reasonable accommodations for candidates during the assessment process. It is important to note that UNOPS does not accept unsolicited resumes, and applications received after the closing date will not be considered. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted for further assessments.