Programme Analyst

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 globally. The organization is dedicated to eliminating discrimination against women and girls, empowering women, and achieving 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. UN Women operates in multiple countries, providing support to national partners in implementing commitments related to the Women, Peace and Security (WPS) agenda. The organization has been active in Ukraine since 2015, focusing on the implementation of National Action Plans related to UNSCR 1325 and advancing gender equality and women's empowerment in the context of ongoing conflict and humanitarian crises.

Job Overview:
The Programme Analyst position at UN Women involves contributing to the effective management of the Women, Peace and Security (WPS) programme, particularly focusing on gender-responsive humanitarian mine action initiatives. The role requires providing substantive inputs to programme design, implementation, monitoring, and reporting. The Programme Analyst will work closely with various stakeholders, including government officials, local women’s civil society organizations, and UN Women teams, to ensure successful programme delivery. The position emphasizes the importance of building partnerships and enhancing the capacities of local communities affected by explosive ordnance contamination, thereby linking humanitarian efforts with development and peace initiatives.

Duties and Responsibilities:
Key responsibilities include contributing to the development of programme strategies in gender-responsive humanitarian mine action, providing technical support for programme implementation, and engaging with local communities to build trust and partnerships. The Programme Analyst will coordinate calls for proposals, monitor the submission of financial and narrative reports from implementing partners, and provide capacity development to project partners. Additionally, the role involves monitoring programme progress using results-based management tools, drafting reports on programme outcomes, and supporting resource mobilization strategies. The Programme Analyst will also coordinate inter-agency efforts related to gender-responsive humanitarian mine action and contribute to advocacy and knowledge-building initiatives.

Required Qualifications:
Candidates must possess a Master’s degree or equivalent in social sciences, human rights, 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 an advanced degree. A project/programme management certification is considered an advantage. The role requires at least 2 years of progressively responsible work experience in development programme/project implementation, coordination, monitoring, evaluation, and donor reporting. Specific experience in coordinating state and non-state actors in the mine action sector is essential, along with experience in community mobilization and working with local authorities.

Educational Background:
The educational background required for this position includes a Master’s degree or equivalent in relevant fields such as social sciences, human rights, gender/women's studies, or international development. Alternatively, a first-level university degree along with two additional years of relevant experience may be accepted. A project/programme management certification would be beneficial for candidates.

Experience:
The position requires a minimum of 2 years of relevant work experience in development programme/project implementation, coordination, monitoring, and evaluation. Candidates should have specific experience in the mine action sector, particularly in coordinating with state and non-state actors. Experience in community mobilization and collaboration with local authorities is also necessary. Familiarity with donor reporting and the use of office software packages is required, while experience with web-based management systems is desirable.

Languages:
Fluency in English and Ukrainian is mandatory for this position. Knowledge of another official UN language, such as French, Arabic, Chinese, Russian, or Spanish, is considered desirable and may enhance a candidate's profile.

Additional Notes:
The job posting does not specify a deadline for applications. Candidates are advised to clearly state their preferred duty station, either Kyiv or Dnipro, in their application. The position is likely to be full-time, and UN Women emphasizes a commitment to diversity and inclusion in its recruitment process. Selected candidates will undergo rigorous reference and background checks, including verification of academic credentials and employment history.