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Background:UN Women, grounded in the vision of equality enshrined in the Charter of the United Nations, works for the elimination of discrimination against women and girls; the empowerment of women; and the achievement of equality between women and men as partners and beneficiaries of development, human rights, humanitarian action and peace and security.Ecuador's population grew from 15 million in 2010 to an estimated 17.5 million in 2020, with women representing 50.5% of the population. Urban areas show a slightly higher proportion of women, while rural areas have more men. Gender inequality has decreased marginally, as indicated by a reduction in the gender inequality index from 0.425 in 2010 to 0.383 in 2016, though it remains unchanged since. However, the socioeconomic effects of the COVID-19 pandemic have deepened poverty, particularly among rural and Indigenous women, and structural issues in the labor market persist, with only 30.4% of the economically active population employed under adequate conditions. The unequal distribution of care work continues to limit women's participation in the workforce and affects their income and social security access.Gender disparities extend to political representation and violence. While the 2019 Democracy Code reforms aim for gender parity in candidacies by 2025, women remain underrepresented in leadership roles, holding only 36% of seats in the National Assembly and less than 20% of prefectures. Political violence against women is widespread, often perpetuated by other political actors and exacerbated by online attacks. Furthermore, anti-gender rhetoric and violence against women's rights defenders, especially Indigenous activists, hinder progress on gender equality. The 2019 National Survey on Family Relations and Gender Violence found that 64.9% of women over 15 experienced violence, with Afro-Ecuadorian and Indigenous women facing the highest rates. Most incidents go unreported due to distrust in authorities, highlighting the need for systemic reforms.Violence against women remains a severe issue, with over 1,600 intentional homicides of women recorded between 2014 and 2022, including 585 femicide cases. During the pandemic, intimate partner violence surged, and emergency services reported 398 domestic violence cases daily in 2021. Ecuador faces significant challenges in addressing gender-based violence, improving political inclusion, and reducing systemic discrimination against marginalized groups.The Country Representative operates in a matrix management model, primarily accountable and reporting to the relevant UN Women Regional Director on UN Women -specific mandates, activities and results.  Additionally, as a UNCT member, under the Management and Accountability Framework (MAF) of the UN development and resident coordinator system, the Country Representative has mutual accountability with the Resident Coordinator for periodically reporting on contributions and support for the implementation of the United Nations Sustainable Development Cooperation Framework (UNSDCF, formerly UNDAF).The Regional Director conducts the performance review of the Country Representative whilst seeking inputs from the RC on the Country Representative's contributions as a UNCT member.The Country Representative is responsible for leading and managing the Ecuador Country Office (CO) portfolio and for translating the UN Women's Strategic Plan (SP) in line with regional and national priorities, into development initiatives and results by developing, implementing and managing programmes and projects under the Ecuador CO; and developing effective partnerships with Government counterparts, UN system agencies and organizations, civil society organizations, and with bilateral and non-traditional donors in order to promote inter-agency partnerships, support for UN reform, and mobilization of visibility and resources to advance gender equality and women's empowerment. Key Functions and Accountabilities 1. Manage the strategic country programme planning and developmentDevelop and implement strategic direction of the country;Lead the design, planning, formulation, preparation and development of the Country Strategic Note in close consultation and collaboration with the government, civil society, donors, UN system partners and the Regional Director, Resident and/or Humanitarian Coordinator in the country and other national development stakeholders and partners, taking into account national priorities , the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) and the Common Country Analysis and UNSDCF; Provide substantive advice to the Executive Director, Regional Director and Senior Management on the regional strategy, direction and planning of programmes and projects; Manage and ensure the quality of results-based and rights-based programming for the CO; Finalize the annual work plan and budget;Lead the monitoring of the results-based management approach to programme planning and design.2. Manage the Ecuador Country OfficeLead the office in the delivery of operational goals; Finalize the annual work plan and budget; and oversee the implementation, including providing direction, guidance and technical support;Oversee and approve programme work plans and monitor the overall progress and compliance of the CO;Manage the preparation of UN Women mandated country reports;Manage the audit review process and timely response to audit reports;Provide managerial direction, guidance and leadership. Ensure effective workforce planning and timely recruitments; Manage the performance of personnel under their supervision; provide ongoing performance and career development feedback, timely completion of performance assessments and coaching;Ensure that personnel are familiar with and follow UN Women's regulations and rules, policies and procedures in the Policy, Procedures and Guidance Framework (PPG); Ensure personnel are aware in particular or of UN Women's standards of conduct including but not limited to policies and procedures on preventing, reporting and addressing misconduct, Fraud and Corruption, Sexual Exploitation and Abuse (SEA) Harassment, Sexual Harassment, Discrimination and abuse of authority, Protection from retaliation, and ensure mechanisms are in place to support personnel in this regard. Promote teamwork to ensure harmonization, linkages, collaboration and synergy; Ensure a respectful, inclusive safe and healthy work environment for personnel.3. Provide support to the Resident Coordination and serve as a member of UN Country Team Serve as member of the UN Country Team (UNCT) under the strategic guidance and coordination of the UN Resident Coordinator (RC)/Humanitarian Coordinator (HC), collaborate on and lead as needed UNCT programming and advocacy to ensure gender equality and women's empowerment issues are fully integrated into UN programming processes, including the Common Country Assessment (CCA) and United Nations Sustainable Development Cooperation Framework (UNSDCF) planning, budgeting, resource mobilization, implementation, monitoring and evaluation through UN results groups and respective joint workplans, and in an enhanced response to national partners;Partner with RC and UN system partners to strengthen UN system interagency coherence, collaboration, planning, cooperation, and harmonization of programming, advocacy, common services, and operations; Facilitate joint programming and promote UN competencies to advance gender equality and women's human rights; report to the UN RC on these issues as requiredActively engage in regular UNCT consultations and decision-making processesActively engage in and contribute to UNCT strategic communications that advance UN system efforts and collective results to promote Agenda 2030, including for national goals and priorities for sustainable development to generate positive public support and ownershipEnsure UN Women's active participation in UN system thematic and other working groups to establish effective networks and keep abreast of ongoing debates and thinking on developmentEnsure organizational position, interests and priorities are fully considered and integrated in the UNSDCF development planning and agenda/priority setting for the achievement of the Sustainable Development Goals. Ensure enhanced accountability of the UNCT on gender mainstreaming and works for with the RC and  on the implement the UNCT SWAP Gender Equality ScorecardParticipate in RC and UNCT members' performance appraisal, as requested4. Represent UN Women and lead advocacy strategies Represent UN Women in intergovernmental forums, public information/relations events and key meetings, participate in policy dialogue; discuss policy initiatives, report on progress achieved and/or present policy papers/ideas;Build relations and partnerships with high level and senior government officials as well as multi-lateral, bi-lateral agencies and NGOs; and participate in regional, country and other critical meetings and events;Lead and support advocacy for gender equality and women's empowerment to ensure UN support towards realization of the national plans and priorities are done in a gender responsive manner, and within agreed international frameworks that promote and protect gender equality.5. Create and maintain strategic partnerships and manage resource mobilization strategiesLead the development of resource mobilization strategies and manage the implementation of resource mobilization strategies, plans, and efforts;Establish and maintain relationships with government, partners, stakeholders and donors to achieve active collaboration, cooperation and alliances on programme development and implementation and resource mobilization;Finalize donor reports, and negotiate and/or approve cost-sharing agreements with donors; Establish reporting accountability framework to ensure that donors are duly informed on a timely basis.6. Lead knowledge management, innovation and capacity buildingManage the development and implementation on the CO communication plans, based on UN Women's communication strategy;Promote critical thinking and implementation of innovation and best practices in the COPromote learning and development by providing opportunities for training and capacity guiding to enhance the competencies/productivity of personnel;Lead the production of knowledge products.7. Oversee safety, security and well-being of personnel, programmes and organizational assetsMaintain and update CO security strategy, plan, and measures to ensure full compliance with UN security policies, procedures and requirements.Serve as member of the Security Management team (SMT) and undertake relevant security and crisis management training. Guide and influence decisions and standards related to security of personnel, premises and assetsOversee the implementation of the Security Mainstreaming & Compliance and Business Continuity Management and Organizational Resilience requirements Ensure all personnel are made fully aware of safety and security procedures and policies and undertake mandatory training8. The incumbent performs other duties within their functional profile as deemed necessary for the efficient functioning of the Office and the Organisation.Supervisory/Managerial Responsibilities: Incumbent leads a team of 50 personnel, which includes 10 staff members of which 7 are direct reports (2 NOC, 2 NOB, 1 GS7 and 2 GS6) and 40 affiliate personnel (SC and consultants)Competencies :Core Values:Integrity;Professionalism;Respect for Diversity.Core Competencies:Awareness and Sensitivity Regarding Gender Issues;Accountability;Creative Problem Solving;Effective Communication;Inclusive Collaboration;Stakeholder Engagement;Leading by Example.Please visit this link for more information on UN Women's Values and Competencies Framework: Functional Competencies:Excellent programme formulation, implementation, monitoring and evaluation skillsExcellent people management skills in a multicultural environment; ability to deal with individuals from all backgroundsResults-oriented;  Ability to develop detailed operational plans, budgets, and deliver on them Ability to ensure fair and equitable treatment for allLeading, developing and empowering peopleAbility to advocate and provide policy advice and interact with high level decision makersExcellent knowledge of gender equality and women's empowerment in countryExcellent analytical and conceptual thinkingStrong knowledge of UN systemAbility to envision and lead the strategic direction for UN Women in the countryExcellent networking skillsAbility to identify and analyze trends, opportunities and threats to fundraising and develop strategiesExcellent diplomatic and written and verbal communication skillsEducation and certification :Master's degree or equivalent in development related disciplines, economics or public policy or other social science fields is required.A first-level university degree in combination with two additional years of qualifying experience may be accepted in lieu of the advanced university degree.A project/programme management certification (such as PMP®, PRINCE2®, or MSP®) would be an added advantage. Experience :At least 10 years of progressively responsible development experience that combines strategic and managerial leadership in development cooperation at the international level is required.Experience in gender and women's issues programming, at the international level, preferably in developing countries within the UN system, Agencies, Funds or Programmes or UN Mission is required.Field based experience working with multi-cultural teams is required.Experience leading and coaching staff in international settings is required.Experience in the usage of computers and office software packages (MS Word, Excel, etc.) and spreadsheet and database packages, experience in handling of web-based management systems is required.Experience in the use of a modern web-based ERP System, preferably Oracle Cloud, is desirable.Language Requierments :Fluency in English and Spanish is required.Working knowledge of French and/or Portuguese is desirable.Knowledge of another official UN language is desirable ( Arabic, Chinese, or Russian).Statements :In July 2010, the United Nations General Assembly created UN Women, the United Nations Entity for Gender Equality and the Empowerment of Women. The creation of UN Women came about as part of the UN reform agenda, bringing together resources and mandates for greater impact. It merges and builds on the important work of four previously distinct parts of the UN system (DAW, OSAGI, INSTRAW and UNIFEM), which focused exclusively on gender equality and women's empowerment.        ______________________________________________________________________ Important Application Information:Please submit your application only via the official website of the hiring organization or by using the "Apply" button on CinfoPoste, which will redirect you to the organization's application site. Applications submitted through other job portals will not be forwarded to the respective organization and will not be considered. To ensure your application reaches the right destination, always follow the official application process as indicated in the job posting. How cinfo Can Support You in the Application Process for This PositionApplication and Interview Preparation: Whether you're preparing your application documents or getting ready for an interview, you can book a Job Application Support session to receive tailored guidance.For Swiss nationals invited to the first round of the selection process (e.g., written test, interview, assessment center): Notify us at recruitment@cinfo.ch, and we will inform our HR partners in the respective organization and the Swiss Government to help increase your visibility.______________________________________________________________________

Background:UN Women, grounded in the vision of equality enshrined in the Charter of the United Nations, works for the elimination of discrimination against women and girls; the empowerment of women; and the achievement of equality between women and men as partners and beneficiaries of development, human rights, humanitarian action and peace and security.Established by UN General Assembly Resolution 50/166 in 1996, the United Nations Trust Fund to End Violence against Women (UN Trust Fund) is the first and remains the only global UN funding mechanism dedicated exclusively to providing direct grants to civil society organizations working to prevent and end all forms of violence against women and girls (EVAW/G). Since 2010, UN Women has administered the UN Trust Fund on behalf of the UN system, providing a strong institutional foundation and field support through a global infrastructure of country and regional offices. With nearly three decades of experience, the UN Trust Fund has become a key global mechanism for funding initiatives that aim to eliminate violence against women and girls. It plays a critical role in fostering collaboration across governments, UN agencies, and civil society to address the root causes and consequences of violence, aligning its work with broader international policies and frameworks. The UN Trust Fund focuses on providing long-term grants to organizations that work in diverse contexts, particularly those representing marginalized groups, such as indigenous women, women living with disabilities, and women from rural or conflict-affected areas. Its investments are survivor-centered and aim to have sustainable, long-term impacts. To date, the UN Trust Fund has funded over 700 initiatives in over 140 countries and territories, significantly contributing to global efforts to end violence against women and girls. Working under the overall leadership of the Chief of the Trust Fund, and reporting to the UN Trust Fund Deputy Chief the Programme Lead, Global Grants Portfolio will be responsible for (1) Providing strategic leadership and oversight of the UN Trust Fund's global grant-making portfolio, ensuring alignment with strategic priorities and effective implementation across regions and thematic areas; (2)  Managing the full lifecycle of grant-making processes, including the Annual Call for Proposals, portfolio performance, risk management, and capacity development of grantees; and (3)  Fostering knowledge exchange and strategic engagement, including collaboration with internal and external partners, contributing to advocacy and reporting, and supporting innovation and continuous improvement in grant-making approaches. Functions:Strategic Global Grant Portfolio Leadership and OversightProvide strategic leadership and oversight for the planning, implementation, and performance management of the UN Trust Fund's global grant portfolio, ensuring alignment with the Fund's Strategic Plan, Results Framework, and evolving global priorities to end violence against women and girls.Lead the design, evolution, and continuous improvement of grant-making frameworks, methodologies, and processes to ensure innovation, responsiveness, and effectiveness across all regions and thematic priorities.Oversee programmatic and operational performance of the global portfolio, ensuring robust risk management (in coordination with the Operations and CD Manager), results-based management, and early identification of challenges and opportunities in collaboration with Regional Programme Specialists, M&E and Operations teams.Collaborate closely with the Monitoring, Evaluation and Knowledge Management and the Advocacy and Communications teams to translate portfolio trends into knowledge products, donor updates or pitches, and global advocacy content.Foster evidence-based decision-making on grantmaking direction, knowledge and advocacy through development of strategic analyses, trend reports, and lessons learned. Contribute to strategic foresight by identifying emerging issues, gaps, and opportunities for innovation within the global grant portfolio, ensuring the Fund remains at the forefront of global efforts to end violence against women and girls.Represent the Fund in inter-agency coordination mechanisms, global conferences, and high-level technical forums to share knowledge, strengthen partnerships, and position the Fund as a leader in grant-making for women's rights organizations.Provide regular portfolio updates and strategic recommendations to the Chief of the UN Trust FundLead the UN Trust Fund Annual Call for Proposals & Special WindowsLead the end-to-end strategy, planning, and implementation of the UN Trust Fund's Annual Call for Proposals, ensuring clarity of thematic priorities, geographic focus, and alignment with the Fund's strategic vision.Oversee the development and dissemination of Global Call and Special Window documentation, eligibility criteria, guidance materials, and technical tools to facilitate accessibility, quality, and compliance.Provide inputs for the continuous improvement of the Global Grants Management System (GMS) for grant application, review, and selection processes, ensuring user-centered design and multilingual accessibility.Oversee internal and external Call for Proposal grant review and selection mechanisms (technical review groups, Programme Advisory Committees, expert consultants), ensuring transparency, rigor and fairness.  Grantee programmatic capacity development and exchangeDesign and lead the development of the capacity of grantees in project planning, management and reporting. Design and implement a curriculum of workshops and online webinars and training to transfer the skills and knowledge required on the project management procedures.Monitor the grantees performance and satisfaction with capacity development efforts and ensure any lessons learned lead to improvements.Support Programme Specialists to identify grantees that may need additional capacity development support or advice and provide one-on-one coaching as necessary.Supervision and Team Leadership Lead and supervise the Global Grants Management Team, including Regional Portfolio Managers and ensure close collaboration within the Trust Fund Secretariat, ensuring cohesive teamwork, accountability, and alignment with the Fund's strategic priorities.Oversee annual work planning, delegation of responsibilities, and performance management for direct reports, fostering a culture of results, collaboration, and learning.Oversee the effective coordination of UN Trust Fund grantee partners with UN regional and national support to advance normative frameworks and strategic coordination. Provide management and mentoring to team members on all aspects of grant-making, monitoring, and portfolio oversight, ensuring clarity of roles in implementing wraparound support to grantees. Promote an inclusive, enabling, and high-performing work environment.Quality Assurance, Compliance, and Risk ManagementEnsure grantee compliance with programmatic and financial requirements, in coordination with the UN Trust Fund Regional Specialists, Finance and M&E teams.Oversee the quality assurance of grantee proposals, budgets, and monitoring frameworks submitted during the application process.Ensure adherence to due diligence standards, grant-making protocols, and UN Women rules and regulations throughout the grant lifecycle.Provide strategic oversight of regional work plans and capacity development initiatives related to the grant-making process. Coordination and EngagementServe as a key liaison with UN Women Regional, Multi-Country, and Country Offices regarding the UN Trust Fund's grant-making operations.Provide technical guidance and support to UN Women focal points in their engagement with grantees, especially during the proposal development and implementation phases.Represent the UN Trust Fund in internal and external meetings, missions, and other forums as required.Oversee Fund-wide grantee mission planning processes and Conduct and lead technical support and monitoring missions to selected grantee projects, ensuring alignment with strategic objectives.The incumbent performs other duties within their functional profile as deemed necessary for the efficient functioning of the Office and the Organisation.Supervisory/Managerial Responsibilities:   The incumbent manages a team of Regional Portfolio Specialists and team members supporting the Call for Proposals.  Competencies :Core Values:Integrity;Professionalism;Respect for Diversity.Core Competencies:Awareness and Sensitivity Regarding Gender Issues;Accountability;Creative Problem Solving;Effective Communication;Inclusive Collaboration;Stakeholder Engagement;Leading by Example.Please visit this link for more information on UN Women's Values and Competencies Framework:  Functional Competencies:Ability to lead complex, multi-stakeholder programmes at global and regional levels, with strong alignment to strategic plans, results frameworks, and evolving global priorities to end violence against women and girls. Skilled in translating strategic vision into actionable plans with clear deliverables and monitoring mechanisms.Strong competence in managing the end-to-end grant-making process, including strategy development, application and review cycles, compliance monitoring, and risk management. Demonstrates strength in applying results-based management to ensure portfolio effectiveness and accountability.Skill in leading high-performing, multicultural teams with clarity, accountability, and motivation. Adept at performance management, mentoring, and fostering a results-oriented, inclusive team culture.Ability in designing and delivering tailored capacity development initiatives for grantees, such as training, coaching, and learning tools. Capable of monitoring outcomes and adapting approaches to improve performance and engagement.Capacity to drive innovation and organizational change through process improvement, digital solutions, and strategic foresight. Experienced in leading system upgrades and promoting a culture of continuous learning. Recruitment Qualifications:Education and certification:Master's degree or equivalent in International Development Studies, Gender/Women's Studies or other related areas is required.A first-level university degree in combination with two additional years of qualifying experience may be accepted in lieu of the advanced university degree.Experience:A minimum of 7 years of progressively responsible experience at the national and/or international level in international development, with a strong focus on gender equality, women's rights, and ending violence against women and girls (EVAWG).At least 3 years of direct experience in managing or overseeing grant-making portfolios, preferably in the areas of women's rights, feminist movements, or civil society strengthening, including responsibility for proposal assessment, partner selection, and compliance oversight.Demonstrated experience in designing and implementing programming, grantmaking and/or policy initiatives addressing violence against women and girls, with sound knowledge of key frameworks, challenges, and innovations in the field.Solid experience in results-based management (RBM), including strategic planning, monitoring, and reporting frameworks.Familiarity with grant-management platforms and data systems; ability to leverage data for portfolio analysis and decision-making is an asset.Previous experience working within the United Nations system, international financial institutions, bilateral donors, or civil society grant-making entities is highly desirable, particularly in roles requiring oversight of large grant portfolios.Language Requirements:Fluency in English is required.Knowledge of French and/or Spanish highly desirable. Statements :In July 2010, the United Nations General Assembly created UN Women, the United Nations Entity for Gender Equality and the Empowerment of Women. The creation of UN Women came about as part of the UN reform agenda, bringing together resources and mandates for greater impact. It merges and builds on the important work of four previously distinct parts of the UN system (DAW, OSAGI, INSTRAW and UNIFEM), which focused exclusively on gender equality and women's empowerment. Diversity and inclusion:At UN Women, we are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive environment of mutual respect. UN Women recruits, employs, trains, compensates, and promotes regardless of race, religion, color, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, ability, national origin, or any other basis covered by appropriate law. All employment is decided on the basis of qualifications, competence, integrity and organizational need.If you need any reasonable accommodation to support your participation in the recruitment and selection process, please include this information in your application.UN Women has a zero-tolerance policy on conduct that is incompatible with the aims and objectives of the United Nations and UN Women, including sexual exploitation and abuse, sexual harassment, abuse of authority and discrimination. All selected candidates will be expected to adhere to UN Women's policies and procedures and the standards of conduct expected of UN Women personnel and will therefore undergo rigorous reference and background checks. (Background checks will include the verification of academic credential(s) and employment history. Selected candidates may be required to provide additional information to conduct a background check.)Note: Applicants must ensure that all sections of the application form, including the sections on education and employment history, are completed. If all sections are not completed the application may be disqualified from the recruitment and selection process. How cinfo Can Support You in the Application Process for This PositionApplication and Interview Preparation: Whether you're preparing your application documents or getting ready for an interview, you can book a Job Application Support session to receive tailored guidance.For Swiss nationals invited to the first round of the selection process (e.g., written test, interview, assessment center): Notify us at recruitment@cinfo.ch, and we will inform our HR partners in the respective organization and the Swiss Government to help increase your visibility."Important Application Information:Please submit your application only via the official website of the hiring organization or by using the "Apply" button on CinfoPoste, which will redirect you to the organization's application site. Applications submitted through other job portals will not be forwarded to the respective organization and will not be considered. To ensure your application reaches the right destination, always follow the official application process as indicated in the job posting."

Background:UN Women, grounded in the vision of equality enshrined in the Charter of the United Nations, works for the elimination of discrimination against women and girls; the empowerment of women; and the achievement of equality between women and men as partners and beneficiaries of development, human rights, humanitarian action and peace and security. Niger faces a complex situation. Due to its geographical location, the country is subject to climatic hazards linked to a hostile environmental context and prolonged periods of droughts resulting in a situation of chronic food insecurity. Furthermore, gender disparities in Niger persist across various dimensions. For instance, early marriage remains a challenge with 76.3% of women aged 20–24 years married or in a union before the age of 18. Moreover, since 2015, regions of Niger, particularly Diffa, Tillaberi, Dosso, and Tahoua along the border with Mali, have faced recurring attacks by non-state armed groups. Growing internal insecurity and regional political instability have a direct or indirect impact on overall economic performance, public finances, access to markets and basic services, causing missed educational opportunities and growing social tensions with attacks on rural populations, including women. It also triggered significant population movements, with mounting survival difficulties for refugees, and internally displaced persons. In July 2023, the military took over from President Bazoum. Niger joined Mali and Burkina Faso to form the Alliance of Sahel States to address security threats.Against this background, UN Women in Niger supports local and national efforts to promote gender equality and women's empowerment with a focus on the following areas: governance and decentralization; economic empowerment; gender-responsive budgeting; combating violence against women; and gender mainstreaming in national policies and programmes. The Country Representative operates in a matrix management model, primarily accountable and reporting to the UN Women Regional Director for the West and Central Africa Region on UN Women -specific mandates, activities and results.  Additionally, as a UNCT member, under the Management and Accountability Framework (MAF) of the UN development and resident coordinator system, the Country Representative has mutual accountability with the Resident Coordinator for periodically reporting on contributions and support for the implementation of the United Nations Sustainable Development Cooperation Framework (UNSDCF, formerly UNDAF).The Regional Director conducts the performance review of the Country Representative whilst seeking inputs from the RC on the Country Representative's contributions as a UNCT member.The Country Representative is responsible for leading and managing the Niger Country Office (CO) portfolio and for translating the UN Women's Strategic Plan (SP) in line with regional and national priorities, into development initiatives and results by developing, implementing and managing programmes and projects under the Niger CO; and developing effective partnerships with Government counterparts, UN system agencies and organizations, civil society organizations, and with bilateral and non-traditional donors in order to promote inter-agency partnerships, support for UN reform, and mobilization of visibility and resources to advance gender equality and women's empowerment. Key Functions and Accountabilities1.  Manage the strategic country programme planning and developmentDevelop and implement strategic direction of the country;Lead the design, planning, formulation, preparation and development of the Country Strategic Note in close consultation and collaboration with the government, civil society, donors, UN system partners and the Regional Director, Resident and/or Humanitarian Coordinator in the country and other national development stakeholders and partners, taking into account national priorities, the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) and the Common Country Analysis and UNSDCF; Provide substantive advice to the Executive Director, Regional Director and Senior Management on the regional strategy, direction and planning of programmes and projects; Manage and ensure the quality of results-based and rights-based programming for the CO; Finalize the annual work plan and budget;Lead the monitoring of the results-based management approach to programme planning and design. 2.  Manage the Niger Country OfficeLead the office in the delivery of operational goals; Finalize the annual work plan and budget; and oversee the implementation, including providing direction, guidance and technical support;Oversee and approve programme work plans and monitor the overall progress and compliance of the CO;Manage the preparation of UN Women mandated country reports;Manage the audit review process and timely response to audit reports;Provide managerial direction, guidance and leadership. Ensure effective workforce planning and timely recruitments; Manage the performance of personnel under their supervision; provide ongoing performance and career development feedback, timely completion of performance assessments and coaching;Ensure that personnel are familiar with and follow UN Women's regulations and rules, policies and procedures in the Policy, Procedures and Guidance Framework (PPG); Ensure personnel are aware in particular or of UN Women's standards of conduct including but not limited to policies and procedures on preventing, reporting and addressing misconduct, Fraud and Corruption, Sexual Exploitation and Abuse (SEA) Harassment, Sexual Harassment, Discrimination and abuse of authority, Protection from retaliation, and ensure mechanisms are in place to support personnel in this regard. Promote teamwork to ensure harmonization, linkages, collaboration and synergy; Ensure a respectful, inclusive safe and healthy work environment for personnel.3.   Provide support to the Resident Coordination and serve as a member of  UN Country Team Serve as member of the UN Country Team (UNCT) under the strategic guidance and coordination of the UN Resident Coordinator (RC)/Humanitarian Coordinator (HC), collaborate on and lead as needed UNCT programming and advocacy to ensure gender equality and women's empowerment issues are fully integrated into UN programming processes, including the Common Country Assessment (CCA) and United Nations Sustainable Development Cooperation Framework (UNSDCF) planning, budgeting, resource mobilization, implementation, monitoring and evaluation through UN results groups and respective joint workplans, and in an enhanced response to national partners;Partner with RC and UN system partners to strengthen UN system interagency coherence, collaboration, planning, cooperation, and harmonization of programming, advocacy, common services, and operations; Facilitate joint programming and promote UN competencies to advance gender equality and women's human rights; report to the UN RC on these issues as requiredActively engage in regular UNCT consultations and decision-making processesActively engage in and contribute to UNCT strategic communications that advance UN system efforts and collective results to promote Agenda 2030, including for national goals and priorities for sustainable development to generate positive public support and ownershipEnsure UN Women's active participation in UN system thematic and other working groups to establish effective networks and keep abreast of ongoing debates and thinking on developmentEnsure organizational position, interests and priorities are fully considered and integrated in the UNSDCF development planning and agenda/priority setting for the achievement of the Sustainable Development Goals. Ensure enhanced accountability of the UNCT on gender mainstreaming and works for with the RC and  on the implement the UNCT SWAP Gender Equality ScorecardParticipate in RC and UNCT members' performance appraisal, as requested4.   Represent UN Women and lead advocacy strategies Represent UN Women in intergovernmental forums, public information/relations events and key meetings, participate in policy dialogue; discuss policy initiatives, report on progress achieved and/or present policy papers/ideas;Build relations and partnerships with high level and senior government officials as well as multi-lateral, bi-lateral agencies and NGOs; and participate in regional, country and other critical meetings and events;Lead and support advocacy for gender equality and women's empowerment to ensure UN support towards realization of the national plans and priorities are done in a gender responsive manner, and within agreed international frameworks that promote and protect gender equality. 5.  Create and maintain strategic partnerships and manage resource mobilization strategiesLead the development of resource mobilization strategies and manage the implementation of resource mobilization strategies, plans, and efforts;Establish and maintain relationships with government, partners, stakeholders and donors to achieve active collaboration, cooperation and alliances on programme development and implementation and resource mobilization;Finalize donor reports, and negotiate and/or approve cost-sharing agreements with donors; Establish reporting accountability framework to ensure that donors are duly informed on a timely basis.6.  Lead knowledge management, innovation and capacity buildingManage the development and implementation on the CO communication plans, based on UN Women's communication strategy;Promote critical thinking and implementation of innovation and best practices in the COPromote learning and development by providing opportunities for training and capacity guiding to enhance the competencies/productivity of personnel;Lead the production of knowledge products.7.  Oversee safety, security and well-being of personnel, programmes and organizational assetsMaintain and update CO security strategy, plan, and measures to ensure full compliance with UN security policies, procedures and requirements.Serve as member of the Security Management team (SMT) and undertake relevant security and crisis management training. Guide and influence decisions and standards related to security of personnel, premises and assetsOversee the implementation of the Security Mainstreaming & Compliance and Business Continuity Management and Organizational Resilience requirements Ensure all personnel are made fully aware of safety and security procedures and policies and undertake mandatory training8.  The incumbent performs other duties within their functional profile as deemed necessary for the efficient functioning of the Office and the Organisation.Supervisory/Managerial Responsibilities: Incumbent leads a team of 29 personnel, includes 2 International Professional, 2 General Services and 5 National Officers as well as 20 affiliate personnel Competencies:Core values:IntegrityProfessionalism Respect for DiversityCore Competencies Awareness and Sensitivity Regarding Gender IssuesAccountabilityCreative Problem SolvingEffective CommunicationInclusive CollaborationStakeholder EngagementLeading by Example Please visit this link for more information on UN Women's Core Values and Competencies: https://www.unwomen.org/en/about-us/employment/application-process#_Values Functional CompetenciesExcellent programme formulation, implementation, monitoring and evaluation skillsExcellent people management skills in a multicultural environment; ability to deal with individuals from all backgroundsResults-oriented;  Ability to develop detailed operational plans, budgets, and deliver on them Ability to ensure fair and equitable treatment for allLeading, developing and empowering peopleAbility to advocate and provide policy advice and interact with high level decision makersExcellent knowledge of gender equality and women's empowerment in countryExcellent analytical and conceptual thinkingStrong knowledge of UN systemAbility to envision and lead the strategic direction for UN Women in the countryExcellent networking skillsAbility to identify and analyze trends, opportunities and threats to fundraising and develop strategiesExcellent diplomatic and written and verbal communication skills Recruitment QualificationsEducation and certification:Master's degree or equivalent in development related disciplines, economics or public policy or other social science fields is required.A first-level university degree in combination with two additional years of qualifying experience may be accepted in lieu of the advanced university degree.A project/programme management certification (such as PMP®, PRINCE2®, or MSP®) would be an added advantage.Experience:At least 10 years of progressively responsible development experience that combines strategic and managerial leadership in development cooperation at the international level is required.Experience in gender and women's issues programming, at the international level, preferably in developing countries within the UN system, Agencies, Funds or Programmes or UN Mission is required.Field based experience working with multi-cultural teams is required.Experience in the usage of computers and office software packages (MS Word, Excel, etc.) and spreadsheet and database packages, experience in handling of web-based management systems is required.Experience working in a conflict or post conflict environment, preferably in West and Central Africa, is required.Experience in the use of a modern web-based ERP System, preferably Oracle Cloud, is desirable.Language Requirements:Fluency in English and French is required.Knowledge of another official UN language is desirable (Arabic, Chinese, Russian or Spanish). Statement:In July 2010, the United Nations General Assembly created UN Women, the United Nations Entity for Gender Equality and the Empowerment of Women. The creation of UN Women came about as part of the UN reform agenda, bringing together resources and mandates for greater impact. It merges and builds on the important work of four previously distinct parts of the UN system (DAW, OSAGI, INSTRAW and UNIFEM), which focused exclusively on gender equality and women's empowerment. Diversity and inclusionAt UN Women, we are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive environment of mutual respect. UN Women recruits, employs, trains, compensates, and promotes regardless of race, religion, color, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, ability, national origin, or any other basis covered by appropriate law. All employment is decided on the basis of qualifications, competence, integrity and organizational need.If you need any reasonable accommodation to support your participation in the recruitment and selection process, please include this information in your application.UN Women has a zero-tolerance policy on conduct that is incompatible with the aims and objectives of the United Nations and UN Women, including sexual exploitation and abuse, sexual harassment, abuse of authority and discrimination. All selected candidates will be expected to adhere to UN Women's policies and procedures and the standards of conduct expected of UN Women personnel and will therefore undergo rigorous reference and background checks. (Background checks will include the verification of academic credential(s) and employment history. Selected candidates may be required to provide additional information to conduct a background check. How cinfo Can Support You in the Application Process for This PositionApplication and Interview Preparation: Whether you're preparing your application documents or getting ready for an interview, you can book a Job Application Support session to receive tailored guidance.For Swiss nationals invited to the first round of the selection process (e.g., written test, interview, assessment center): Notify us at recruitment@cinfo.ch, and we will inform our HR partners in the respective organization and the Swiss Government to help increase your visibility."Important Application Information:Please submit your application only via the official website of the hiring organization or by using the "Apply" button on CinfoPoste, which will redirect you to the organization's application site. Applications submitted through other job portals will not be forwarded to the respective organization and will not be considered. To ensure your application reaches the right destination, always follow the official application process as indicated in the job posting." 

Background:UN Women, grounded in the vision of equality enshrined in the Charter of the United Nations, works for the elimination of discrimination against women and girls; the empowerment of women; and the achievement of equality between women and men as partners and beneficiaries of development, human rights, humanitarian action and peace and security.Mozambique is prone to climate disasters due to its geographical location. Some areas in northern Mozambique require lifesaving and life-sustaining humanitarian assistance and protection.The Country Representative applies the humanitarian-development and peace nexus into country office strategic planning, implementation, Monitoring and Evaluation and Reporting. In alignment with the IASC Gender Framework, UN Women membership in the Humanitarian Country Team (HCT) and the UN Women Humanitarian Strategy, the Country Representative actively participates in the HCT meetings and provides support to the Humanitarian Gender Working Group and Clusters to ensure that the Humanitarian Response is gender responsive, and women have access to live savings and recovery services in the short and long-term.The Country Representative operates in a matrix management model, primarily accountable and reporting to the UN Women Regional Director for East and Southern Africa on UN Women -specific mandates, activities and results.  Additionally, as a UNCT member, under the Management and Accountability Framework (MAF) of the UN Development and Resident Coordinator system, the Country Representative has mutual accountability with the Resident Coordinator for periodically reporting on contributions and support for the implementation of the United Nations Sustainable Development Cooperation Framework (UNSDCF, formerly UNDAF). The Country Representative fulfils the GEWE coordination mandate in the UNCT by providing gender advice periodically and supporting implementation, review and reporting on the UNCT Gender Score Card. The Regional Director conducts the performance review of the Country Representative whilst seeking inputs from the RC on the Country Representative's contributions as a UNCT member.The Country Representative is responsible for leading and managing the Mozambique  Country Office (CO) portfolio and for translating the UN Women's Strategic Plan (SP) in line with regional and national priorities, into development initiatives and results by developing, implementing and managing programmes and projects under the Mozambique CO; and developing effective partnerships with Government counterparts, UN system agencies and organizations, civil society organizations, and with bilateral and non-traditional donors in order to promote inter-agency partnerships, support for UN reform, and mobilization of visibility and resources to advance gender equality and women's empowerment. Key Functions and AccountabilitiesManage the strategic country programme planning and development:Develop and implement strategic direction of the country;Lead the design, planning, formulation, preparation and development of the Country Strategic Note in close consultation and collaboration with the government, civil society, donors, UN system partners and the Regional Director, Resident and/or Humanitarian Coordinator in the country and other national development stakeholders and partners, taking into account national priorities, the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) and the Common Country Analysis and UNSDCF; Provide substantive advice to the Executive Director, Regional Director and Senior Management on the regional strategy, direction and planning of programmes and projects; Manage and ensure the quality of results-based and rights-based programming for the CO; Finalize the annual work plan and budget;Lead the monitoring of the results-based management approach to programme planning and design.Manage the Mozambique Country OfficeLead the office in the delivery of operational goals; Finalize the annual work plan and budget; and oversee the implementation, including providing direction, guidance and technical support;Oversee and approve programme work plans and monitor the overall progress and compliance of the CO;Manage the preparation of UN Women mandated country reports;Manage the audit review process and timely response to audit reports;Provide managerial direction, guidance and leadership. Ensure effective workforce planning and timely recruitments; Manage the performance of personnel under their supervision; provide ongoing performance and career development feedback, timely completion of performance assessments and coaching; Ensure that personnel are familiar with and follow UN Women's regulations and rules, policies and procedures in the Policy, Procedures and Guidance Framework (PPG); Ensure personnel are aware in particular or of UN Women's standards of conduct including but not limited to policies and procedures on preventing, reporting and addressing misconduct, Fraud and Corruption, Sexual Exploitation and Abuse (SEA) Harassment, Sexual Harassment, Discrimination and abuse of authority, Protection from retaliation, and ensure mechanisms are in place to support personnel in this regard;Promote teamwork to ensure harmonization, linkages, collaboration and synergy; Ensure a respectful, inclusive safe and healthy work environment for personnel.Provide support to the Resident Coordination and serve as a member of the UN Country TeamServe as member of the UN Country Team (UNCT) under the strategic guidance and coordination of the UN Resident Coordinator (RC)/Humanitarian Coordinator (HC), collaborate on and lead as needed UNCT programming and advocacy to ensure gender equality and women's empowerment issues are fully integrated into UN programming processes, including the Common Country Assessment (CCA) and United Nations Sustainable Development Cooperation Framework (UNSDCF) planning, budgeting, resource mobilization, implementation, monitoring and evaluation through UN results groups and respective joint workplans, and in an enhanced response to national partners;Partner with RC and UN system partners to strengthen UN system interagency coherence, collaboration, planning, cooperation, and harmonization of programming, advocacy, common services, and operations; Facilitate joint programming and promote UN competencies to advance gender equality and women's human rights; report to the UN RC on these issues as required;Actively engage in regular UNCT consultations and decision-making processes;Actively engage in and contribute to UNCT strategic communications that advance UN system efforts and collective results to promote Agenda 2030, including for national goals and priorities for sustainable development to generate positive public support and ownership;Ensure UN Women's active participation in UN system thematic and other working groups to establish effective networks and keep abreast of ongoing debates and thinking on development;Ensure organizational position, interests and priorities are fully considered and integrated in the UNSDCF development planning and agenda/priority setting for the achievement of the Sustainable Development Goals;Ensure enhanced accountability of the UNCT on gender mainstreaming and works for with the RC and on the implement the UNCT SWAP Gender Equality Scorecard;Participate in RC and UNCT members' performance appraisal, as requested.Strengthen accountability to gender in Country Humanitarian Response:Serve as a member of the HCT (Humanitarian Country Team) under overall guidance and coordination of the Humanitarian Coordinator;Facilitate the integration of gender equality and the leadership of crisis-affected women and girls, into the coordination and implementation of UN-led humanitarian responses;Ensure that the UN Women minimum offer applies to the national context and that the resources are available or mobilized to meet the commitments;Provide support to inter-country and/or regional joint surveys, programming and resource mobilization, focusing especially on cross-border crisis issues. Represent UN Women and lead advocacy strategies:Represent UN Women in intergovernmental forums, public information/relations events and key meetings, participate in policy dialogue; discuss policy initiatives, report on progress achieved and/or present policy papers/ideas;Build relations and partnerships with high level and senior government officials as well as multi-lateral, bi-lateral agencies and NGOs; and participate in regional, country and other critical meetings and events;Lead and support advocacy for gender equality and women's empowerment to ensure UN support towards realization of the national plans and priorities are done in a gender responsive manner, and within agreed international frameworks that promote and protect gender equality.Create and maintain strategic partnerships and manage resource mobilization strategies:Lead the development of resource mobilization strategies and manage the implementation of resource mobilization strategies, plans, and efforts;Establish and maintain relationships with government, partners, stakeholders and donors to achieve active collaboration, cooperation and alliances on programme development and implementation and resource mobilization;Finalize donor reports, and negotiate and/or approve cost-sharing agreements with donors; Establish reporting accountability framework to ensure that donors are duly informed on a timely basis.Lead knowledge management, innovation and capacity building:Manage the development and implementation on the CO communication plans, based on UN Women's communication strategy;Promote critical thinking and implementation of innovation and best practices in the COPromote learning and development by providing opportunities for training and capacity guiding to enhance the competencies/productivity of personnel;Lead the production of knowledge products.Oversee safety, security and well-being of personnel, programmes and organizational assets:Maintain and update CO security strategy, plan, and measures to ensure full compliance with UN security policies, procedures and requirements;Serve as member of the Security Management team (SMT) and undertake relevant security and crisis management training. Guide and influence decisions and standards related to security of personnel, premises and assets;Oversee the implementation of the Security Mainstreaming & Compliance and Business Continuity Management and Organizational Resilience requirements;Ensure all personnel are made fully aware of safety and security procedures and policies and undertake mandatory training.The incumbent performs other duties within their functional profile as deemed necessary for the efficient functioning of the Office and the Organization. Supervisory/Managerial Responsibilities: Incumbent leads a team of 34 personnel, including 6 direct reports (three P3 staff, 1 NOC, 1 G5 staff and 1 International UNV), as well as 28 affiliate personnel (FTA, SC and UNVs).  Competencies :Core Values:Integrity;Professionalism;Respect for Diversity.Core Competencies:Awareness and Sensitivity Regarding Gender Issues;Accountability;Creative Problem Solving;Effective Communication;Inclusive Collaboration;Stakeholder Engagement;Leading by Example.Please visit this link for more information on UN Women's Values and Competencies Framework:  Functional Competencies:Excellent programme formulation, implementation, monitoring and evaluation skillsExcellent people management skills in a multicultural environment; ability to deal with individuals from all backgroundsResults-oriented; Ability to develop detailed operational plans, budgets, and deliver on them Ability to ensure fair and equitable treatment for allLeading, developing and empowering peopleAbility to advocate and provide policy advice and interact with high level decision makersExcellent knowledge of gender equality and women's empowerment in countryStrong knowledge of UN systemKnowledge of Humanitarian DevelopmentAbility to envision and lead the strategic direction for UN Women in the countryExcellent networking skillsAbility to identify and analyze trends, opportunities and threats to fundraising and develop strategiesExcellent diplomatic and written and verbal communication skills Recruitment QualificationsEducation and certification:Master's degree or equivalent in development related disciplines, economics or public policy or other social science fields is required.A first-level university degree in combination with two additional years of qualifying experience may be accepted in lieu of the advanced university degree.A project/programme management certification (such as PMP®, PRINCE2®, or MSP®) would be an added advantage.Experience:At least 10 years of progressively responsible development experience that combines strategic and managerial leadership in development cooperation and humanitarian programming at the international level is required.Experience in gender and women's issues programming, at the international level, preferably in developing countries within the UN system, Agencies, Funds or Programmes or UN Mission is required.Field based experience working with multi-cultural teams is required.Experience leading and coaching staff in international settings is required.Experience in the usage of computers and office software packages (MS Word, Excel, etc.) and spreadsheet and database packages, experience in handling of web-based management systems is required.Experience in the use of a modern web-based ERP System, preferably Oracle Cloud, is desirable. Language Requirements:Fluency in English and Portuguese is required.Knowledge of another official UN language is desirable (French, Arabic, Chinese, Russian or Spanish). Statements :In July 2010, the United Nations General Assembly created UN Women, the United Nations Entity for Gender Equality and the Empowerment of Women. The creation of UN Women came about as part of the UN reform agenda, bringing together resources and mandates for greater impact. It merges and builds on the important work of four previously distinct parts of the UN system (DAW, OSAGI, INSTRAW and UNIFEM), which focused exclusively on gender equality and women's empowerment. Diversity and inclusion:At UN Women, we are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive environment of mutual respect. UN Women recruits, employs, trains, compensates, and promotes regardless of race, religion, color, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, ability, national origin, or any other basis covered by appropriate law. All employment is decided on the basis of qualifications, competence, integrity and organizational need.If you need any reasonable accommodation to support your participation in the recruitment and selection process, please include this information in your application.UN Women has a zero-tolerance policy on conduct that is incompatible with the aims and objectives of the United Nations and UN Women, including sexual exploitation and abuse, sexual harassment, abuse of authority and discrimination. All selected candidates will be expected to adhere to UN Women's policies and procedures and the standards of conduct expected of UN Women personnel and will therefore undergo rigorous reference and background checks. (Background checks will include the verification of academic credential(s) and employment history. Selected candidates may be required to provide additional information to conduct a background check.) How cinfo Can Support You in the Application Process for This PositionApplication and Interview Preparation: Whether you're preparing your application documents or getting ready for an interview, you can book a Job Application Support session to receive tailored guidance.For Swiss nationals invited to the first round of the selection process (e.g., written test, interview, assessment center): Notify us at recruitment@cinfo.ch, and we will inform our HR partners in the respective organization and the Swiss Government to help increase your visibility."Important Application Information:Please submit your application only via the official website of the hiring organization or by using the "Apply" button on CinfoPoste, which will redirect you to the organization's application site. Applications submitted through other job portals will not be forwarded to the respective organization and will not be considered. To ensure your application reaches the right destination, always follow the official application process as indicated in the job posting."

Background:UN Women, grounded in the vision of equality enshrined in the Charter of the United Nations, works for the elimination of discrimination against women and girls; the empowerment of women; and the achievement of equality between women and men as partners and beneficiaries of development, human rights, humanitarian action and peace and security.The Women's Peace and Humanitarian Fund (WPHF) is a partnership between the United Nations, Member States, and civil society, which supports women-led and women's rights organizations working to build peace and provide humanitarian response throughout the world. Since the end of 2016, the WPHF has supported close to 1000 civil society organizations in 41 countries.UN Women hosts the Secretariat of the Women's Peace and Humanitarian Fund. The WPHF Secretariat provides support to the Funding Board, mobilizes resources from Governments, companies, foundations and individuals, designs funding windows and mechanisms, provides day-to-day support to Country Offices implementing WPHF programmes, and ensures timely and quality monitoring and reporting. The Secretariat's mandate is also to strengthen stakeholders' knowledge of and engagement with women, peace and security issues through proper internal and external communications, advocacy and outreach. Finally, the Secretariat provides knowledge management services for the WPHF and manages the Community of Practice (CoP) for WPHF partners and grantees.Under the supervision of the Head of Secretariat, the Partnerships Specialist will provide technical support to the development and management of UN Women's strategic partnerships and relationships, and resource mobilization strategy, as well as enhance resource mobilization capacity across the WPHF Windows. Key Functions and Accountabilities:1.    Oversee the development of WPHFs strategic partnerships Oversee the relationships with key partners; provide substantive technical inputs to WPHF's efforts to develop new partnerships.Oversee partnerships with different UN, civil society and Government entities in order to deliver on WPHF's mandate.Set and monitor annual priorities, goals and key performance indicators (KPIs) for partnerships.2.    Build trust and maintain effective relationships with donorsProvide substantive technical support to the Head of Secretariat and other senior managers in the preparation of missions, meetings and other consultations with donors, including the preparation of notes, briefs and other materials.Act as a direct entry point for government partners, building institutional relationships.Provide regular donor intelligence.3.    Promote the submission of high quality and timely reports to donorsPromote compliance with the terms of grants and agreements.Provide substantive technical support to programme managers for the preparation of high quality and timely donor reports. Coordinate with the Communications and Advocacy Specialist and the Monitoring and Reporting Specialist for the collection of information and preparation of results-based reports for external constituencies. 4.    Coordinate development and implementation of resource mobilization strategyIn close collaboration with the Head of Secretariat and Senior Management lead the development of a resource mobilisation strategy.Support the implementation of the resource mobilisation strategy.Monitor the implementation of the resource mobilisation strategy.Ensure the maintenance of donor database and donor intelligence on WPSHA issues. Oversee Monitor and track regular resource pledges/agreements and funding received.Coordinate communication with the Multi-partner Trust Fund Office and UN Women on donor agreements.5.   The incumbent performs other duties within their functional profile as deemed necessary for the efficient functioning of the Office and the Organisation.Supervisory/Managerial Responsibilities: The incumbent leads a team of 3, which includes 1 direct report (P2), as well as 1 affiliate personnel (UNV). Competencies :Core Values:Integrity;Professionalism;Respect for Diversity.Core Competencies:Awareness and Sensitivity Regarding Gender Issues;Accountability;Creative Problem Solving;Effective Communication;Inclusive Collaboration;Stakeholder Engagement;Leading by Example.Please visit this link for more information on UN Women's Values and Competencies Framework:  Functional Competencies:Strong knowledge of Women Peace Security and Humanitarian issues;Demonstrated ability to interact effectively with government representatives of Member States (donor and programme);Proven networking skills, and ability to mobilize support on behalf of WPHF;Excellent negotiating skills;Knowledge and understanding of UN system and familiarity with inter-governmental processes;Excellent IT skills, including databases, extranet and office software packages;Strong analytical and interpersonal skills. Recruitment Qualifications:Education and Certification:Master's degree or equivalent in economics, business management, social sciences, public administration, international relations, communications, women's studies, or a related field is required.A first-level university degree in combination with two additional years of qualifying experience may be accepted in lieu of the advanced university degree.Experience:At least 7 years of progressively responsible experience in resource mobilization, communications/ advocacy, and/or business development is required.Experience in WPS and Humanitarian Response is required.Experience working with civil society organizations, international institutions and donors is required.Experience working in the UN system or a Fund is desirable.Experience leading and coaching staff in international settings is required.Experience in the usage of computers and office software packages (MS Word, Excel, etc.) and spreadsheet and database packages, experience in handling of web-based management systems is required.Experience in the use of a modern web-based ERP System, preferably Oracle Cloud, is desirable.Languages:Fluency in English is required.Knowledge of another official UN language is desirable (French, Arabic, Chinese, Russian or Spanish). Statements :In July 2010, the United Nations General Assembly created UN Women, the United Nations Entity for Gender Equality and the Empowerment of Women. The creation of UN Women came about as part of the UN reform agenda, bringing together resources and mandates for greater impact. It merges and builds on the important work of four previously distinct parts of the UN system (DAW, OSAGI, INSTRAW and UNIFEM), which focused exclusively on gender equality and women's empowerment. Diversity and inclusion:At UN Women, we are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive environment of mutual respect. UN Women recruits, employs, trains, compensates, and promotes regardless of race, religion, color, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, ability, national origin, or any other basis covered by appropriate law. All employment is decided on the basis of qualifications, competence, integrity and organizational need.If you need any reasonable accommodation to support your participation in the recruitment and selection process, please include this information in your application.UN Women has a zero-tolerance policy on conduct that is incompatible with the aims and objectives of the United Nations and UN Women, including sexual exploitation and abuse, sexual harassment, abuse of authority and discrimination. All selected candidates will be expected to adhere to UN Women's policies and procedures and the standards of conduct expected of UN Women personnel and will therefore undergo rigorous reference and background checks. (Background checks will include the verification of academic credential(s) and employment history. Selected candidates may be required to provide additional information to conduct a background check.)Note: Applicants must ensure that all sections of the application form, including the sections on education and employment history, are completed. If all sections are not completed the application may be disqualified from the recruitment and selection process. How cinfo Can Support You in the Application Process for This PositionApplication and Interview Preparation: Whether you're preparing your application documents or getting ready for an interview, you can book a Job Application Support session to receive tailored guidance.For Swiss nationals invited to the first round of the selection process (e.g., written test, interview, assessment center): Notify us at recruitment@cinfo.ch, and we will inform our HR partners in the respective organization and the Swiss Government to help increase your visibility."Important Application Information:Please submit your application only via the official website of the hiring organization or by using the "Apply" button on CinfoPoste, which will redirect you to the organization's application site. Applications submitted through other job portals will not be forwarded to the respective organization and will not be considered. To ensure your application reaches the right destination, always follow the official application process as indicated in the job posting."

Background:UN Women, grounded in the vision of equality enshrined in the Charter of the United Nations, works for the elimination of discrimination against women and girls; the empowerment of women; and the achievement of equality between women and men as partners and beneficiaries of development, human rights, humanitarian action and peace and security.Established by UN General Assembly Resolution 50/166 in 1996, the United Nations Trust Fund to End Violence against Women (UN Trust Fund) is the first and remains the only global UN funding mechanism dedicated exclusively to providing direct grants to civil society organizations working to prevent and end all forms of violence against women and girls (EVAW/G). Since 2010, UN Women has administered the UN Trust Fund on behalf of the UN system, providing a strong institutional foundation and field support through a global infrastructure of country and regional offices. With nearly three decades of experience, the UN Trust Fund has become a key global mechanism for funding initiatives that aim to eliminate violence against women and girls. It plays a critical role in fostering collaboration across governments, UN agencies, and civil society to address the root causes and consequences of violence, aligning its work with broader international policies and frameworks. The UN Trust Fund focuses on providing long-term grants to organizations that work in diverse contexts, particularly those representing marginalized groups, such as indigenous women, women living with disabilities, and women from rural or conflict-affected areas. Its investments are survivor-centered and aim to have sustainable, long-term impacts. To date, the UN Trust Fund has funded over 700 initiatives in over 140 countries and territories, significantly contributing to global efforts to end violence against women and girls. Reporting to the Programme Lead – Global Grant Portfolio , the Grant-Making Programme Specialist will be responsible for (1) Leading the planning and coordination of the UN Trust Fund's Call for Proposals, ensuring strategic alignment (2) Managing the end-to-end technical and operational aspects of the Grant-Making Programme, including application review, partner selection, grantee contracting, and fund disbursement; (3) Coordinating engagement with partners and stakeholders, including UN Women offices, external technical reviewers, and civil society partners, to strengthen grant selection and assessment processes, and (4) Facilitating grant application support and knowledge management, providing technical guidance to applicants, leading the development of tools and resources, and ensuring quality reporting and tracking of grant-making outcomes.  This role requires strong technical expertise in grant-making, stakeholder engagement, and system management, along with a commitment to advancing inclusive and impact-driven funding models to support frontline civil society organizations addressing violence against women and girls. Functions:Provide technical leadership on strategic grant-giving and funding approaches Implement a grant-giving strategy focused on awarding grants to CSOs/WROs that aligns with the UN Trust Fund's new Strategic Plan 2026-2030. Contribute to the Fund's internal grantmaking systematization, including compilation of procedures and policies.Conduct assessments of the Fund's processes as related to its Grant-making Programme and compile lessons learned, best practices and results to increase the Fund's efficiency and efficacy.Provide substantive input into the UN Trust Fund's operational guideline and procedures related to grant-giving and grants management.Manage end-to end technical and operational aspects of the Grant-making ProgrammeLead the implementation of the overall annual grant-making processes, in alignment with the UN Trust Fund's strategy and workplan.Develop an annual grant-making work plan and coordinate finalization of grantee cohorts according to agreed upon timelines and Annual Work Plan documents in collaboration with the Grants Management and Operations teams.Liaise with the UN Trust Fund staff, Global and Regional Programme Advisory Committees (PAC), UN Women Offices and partners to ensure the Programme results are achieved and resources are managed.Develop – in coordination with UNTF staff -  external/public programmatic guidance, including the Call for Proposals grant-giving and reporting documents, application documents, appraisal guidance and criteria, feedback letters and grantee summaries.Provide timely documentation to the Global Giving Team to support the dissemination and outreach of the Call for proposals. Provide technical guidance to the Fund's Technical Review Groups and external reviewers to ensure quality scoring during the application review process and analyze their inputs.Oversee communications with applicants and selected grantees and provide inputs into communications materials.Coordinate timely  finalization of Partner Project Documents and Partner Agreements in compliance with UN Women rules and regulationsOversee and monitor the allocation and disbursement of funds to new grantees under each grant-giving cycle.Record and maintain documents on relevant grant-giving activities, issues, and risks.Guide the coordination and engagement with partners and other stakeholdersProvide guidance to potential grant applicants to support the completion of applications, including Full-Fledged Proposals in collaboration with the Grants Management and Operations teams, to ensure compliance with Fund's policies towards the submission of high-quality applications by priority groups.Manage the identification, selection and recruitment of external experts engaged in the Call for Proposals, including translators, issue area experts and members of the Fund's Technical Review Groups (approximately 60+ each year with various language skills and regional expertise), and maintain an updated roster to be expanded through targeted recruitment of new issue experts based on the specific focus of each grant-giving cycle;Oversee all aspects related to the NGO capacity assessment, as well as the quality assurance and records management of the documents received.Coordinate the review of the NGO assessments by UN Women RO/COs as well as the UN Trust Fund, where needed.Review completed implementing partner assessment forms (NGOA) and supporting documentation packages; conduct and disseminate the analysis of the results of the NGO capacity assessments.Manage all aspects of the Global Advisory Committee's grant selection, endorsement, and approval processes, including convening relevant stakeholders and ensuring the timely submission of appraisal forms and other materials for decision-making.Facilitate communication across various stakeholders, including the external technical reviewers, UN Women, Civil Society and UN PAC members.Provide technical guidance on grant review and selection to UN Women ROs/COs and grantees to ensure adherence to UN Women policies, administrative and financial procedures.Ensure adherence to established selection criteria and timelines across the ROs and their inter-agency programme advisory committees (PACs), through timely coordination with and guidance to UN Trust Fund Programme Specialists.Facilitate grant application support and knowledge management related to the Grant-making Programme Support applicants through the preparation of easy-to-understand tips and tools (including webinars and FAQs) on how to complete their requirements for application submission.Provide technical/system related guidance to potential grant applicants to support the completion of applications to ensure compliance with Fund's policies and use of application technologies.Gather and compile all necessary documentation for reporting on the grant-making programmes from the planning to the grant selection stages for each grant-giving cycle.Contribute to the exchange of information and knowledge products internally and externally of the programme, including through development of application analysis and inputs into various reports.Coordinate the internal tracking of financial resources of the Grant-Making Programme including budgeting, and expenditure tracking and reporting.Prepare and present periodic narrative progress reports and expenditures status reports to the Supervisor and Chief.Develop an annual review of the Fund's processes as related to the Grant-making Programme and compile lessons learned and best practices to increase the Fund's operational efficiency and efficacy.Provide guidance and coordination support to the Grants Management System utilized by applicants and grantees to report on their projects to the UN Trust Fund Oversee GMS Consultant who takes first-line responsibility for technical issues, helpdesk support, and troubleshooting.Handle and resolve escalations from the GMS Consultant. Oversee all aspects related to the online application system set up, including translation and appropriate documentation, as well as ensuring quality assurance of each application cycle in the GMS in collaboration with the GMS consultant;Ensure appropriate Helpdesk Support and webinars to a range of system users. Oversee the application assignment process to the Technical Review Group Members (technical experts in ending violence against women) in the Grant Management System.Ensure system user guides for applicants are updated to reflect changes in the grants management systems and to improve the content and reader-friendliness based on feedback and suggestions from users.Oversee capacity development activities related to all type of system users, including webinars, guidance materials, in person and online training. Run database reports and exports and ensure timely updates of call-related documentation on the system site as well as regular email status updates to applicants. The incumbent performs other duties within their functional profile as deemed necessary for the efficient functioning of the Office and the Organization. Supervisory/Managerial Responsibilities:   The incumbent will supervise the GMS Consultant and manage up to 60 affiliate personnel each year (short term consultants). Competencies :Core Values:Integrity;Professionalism;Respect for Diversity.Core Competencies:Awareness and Sensitivity Regarding Gender Issues;Accountability;Creative Problem Solving;Effective Communication;Inclusive Collaboration;Stakeholder Engagement;Leading by Example.Please visit this link for more information on UN Women's Values and Competencies Framework:  Functional Competencies:Strong coordination and, programme implementation and monitoring skills;Strong budget and finance skillsAbility to develop detailed operational plans, budgets, and deliver on them Ability to synthesize program performance data and produce analytical reports in order to inform management and strategic decision-makingStrong analytical skillsStrong knowledge of Results Based ManagementGood knowledge of UN programme management systems Recruitment Qualifications:Education and certification:Master's degree or equivalent in Social Sciences, Political Science, Development, Public Administration, Gender Studies or related field is required.A first-level university degree in combination with two additional years of qualifying experience may be accepted in lieu of the advanced university degree.A project/programme management certification would be an added advantageExperience:At least 5 years of progressively responsible experience at the national or international level in managing complex and multi-component ending violence against women programme interventions with national partners, related to Grant-making and Operations is required.Experience in coordinating, implementing, monitoring and administering grant-making programmes and projects is required.Experience in  project management – preferably grants management - is required;.Experience with databases and data management is required.Experience working with civil society organizations, particularly women's rights organization, is desirable. Previous experience working in the UN system or with other feminist funds is desirable.Language Requirements:Fluency in English is required.Knowledge of another official UN language is highly desirable (Spanish, French, Arabic, Chinese, or Russian). Statements :In July 2010, the United Nations General Assembly created UN Women, the United Nations Entity for Gender Equality and the Empowerment of Women. The creation of UN Women came about as part of the UN reform agenda, bringing together resources and mandates for greater impact. It merges and builds on the important work of four previously distinct parts of the UN system (DAW, OSAGI, INSTRAW and UNIFEM), which focused exclusively on gender equality and women's empowerment. Diversity and inclusion:At UN Women, we are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive environment of mutual respect. UN Women recruits, employs, trains, compensates, and promotes regardless of race, religion, color, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, ability, national origin, or any other basis covered by appropriate law. All employment is decided on the basis of qualifications, competence, integrity and organizational need.If you need any reasonable accommodation to support your participation in the recruitment and selection process, please include this information in your application.UN Women has a zero-tolerance policy on conduct that is incompatible with the aims and objectives of the United Nations and UN Women, including sexual exploitation and abuse, sexual harassment, abuse of authority and discrimination. All selected candidates will be expected to adhere to UN Women's policies and procedures and the standards of conduct expected of UN Women personnel and will therefore undergo rigorous reference and background checks. (Background checks will include the verification of academic credential(s) and employment history. Selected candidates may be required to provide additional information to conduct a background check.)Note: Applicants must ensure that all sections of the application form, including the sections on education and employment history, are completed. If all sections are not completed the application may be disqualified from the recruitment and selection process. How cinfo Can Support You in the Application Process for This PositionApplication and Interview Preparation: Whether you're preparing your application documents or getting ready for an interview, you can book a Job Application Support session to receive tailored guidance.For Swiss nationals invited to the first round of the selection process (e.g., written test, interview, assessment center): Notify us at recruitment@cinfo.ch, and we will inform our HR partners in the respective organization and the Swiss Government to help increase your visibility."Important Application Information:Please submit your application only via the official website of the hiring organization or by using the "Apply" button on CinfoPoste, which will redirect you to the organization's application site. Applications submitted through other job portals will not be forwarded to the respective organization and will not be considered. To ensure your application reaches the right destination, always follow the official application process as indicated in the job posting."

Background:UN Women, grounded in the vision of equality enshrined in the Charter of the United Nations, works for the elimination of discrimination against women and girls; the empowerment of women; and the achievement of equality between women and men as partners and beneficiaries of development, human rights, humanitarian action and peace and security.UN Women hosts the Secretariat of the Women's Peace and Humanitarian Fund. The WPHF Secretariat provides support to the Funding Board, mobilizes resources from Governments, companies, foundations and individuals, provides day to day support to Country Offices implementing WPHF programs, and ensures timely and quality monitoring and reporting. In 2022, the WPHF Funding Board established a new window for the protection and advocacy of Women Human Rights Defenders (WHRDs) which is hosted by the WPHF Secretariat. The WHRDs window provides two types of support: (i) safety net grants that cover protection and livelihood expenses of WHRDs at risk from crisis and conflict settings (implemented together with INGO partners) ; and (ii) direct logistical support for participation of WHRDs in advocacy and decision-making processes (implemented directly by the WHRDs window unit). Since its establishment the window has supported over 300 WHRDs and more than 700 dependents through both protection and advocacy support.Reporting to Project Coordinator of the WPHF WHRD Window, the Program Analyst provides administrative and programmatic support to the effective management of the Global and Afghanistan Portfolio under the WPHF WHRD Window by contributing to the design, formulation, implementation and evaluation of the window's outputs and activities.  The Program Analyst supports the delivery of the Global and Afghanistan Portfolio WHRD window's outputs and activities by analyzing results achieved during implementation and supporting appropriate application of systems and procedures. The Program Analyst works in close collaboration with the program and operations team, UN Women HQ staff, Government officials, multi and bi-lateral donors and civil society ensuring successful implementation of the WPHF WHRD Window's outputs and activities.  Key Functions and Accountabilities:1     Contribute technically to the development and implementation of the WPHF WHRD window's strategiesProvide technical inputs to the design and formulation of program/ project proposals and initiatives related to the Global and Afghanistan Portfolios of the WPHF WHRD Window.Provide inputs to the annual workplan and budget as required;Support monitoring of the implementation of the window's activities;Coordinate the call/request for proposals, including the organization of technical review committees, and capacity assessment of partners;Review and coordinate the submission of INGO partner financial and narrative reports;Support efforts to build the capacity of partners on Results Based Management.2     Provide technical assistance and capacity development support to the window's partnersProvide technical support to oversee the implementation of the window's activities with partners;Identify opportunities for capacity building of partners and coordinate and facilitate technical/ programming support and trainings to partners as needed.3     Provide technical inputs to the monitoring and reporting of the window's project documentsMonitor progress on the window's activities under the Global and Afghanistan Portfolios and support reporting against results and indicators; Monitor the implementation of activities by responsible partners, including INGO partners of the window. Provide inputs to quarterly reports, donor reports and other reports on outputs, results and outcomes.4     Provide technical inputs to the management of finances of the WPHF WHRD windowSupport monitoring of the budget implementation under the Global and Afghanistan Portfolios, and window's activity expenditures, including INGO partner expendituresProvide inputs to financial reports of the window.5     Contribute to building partnerships and resource mobilization strategiesProvide inputs to resource mobilization strategies for the Global and Afghanistan Portfolios of the WPHF WHRD window and analyze and maintain information and databases related to the work of the WPHF WHRD window. Provide inputs to relevant documentation such as project summaries, conference papers, briefing notes, speeches, and donor profiles.6     Provide inputs to advocacy, knowledge building and communication effortsProvide technical inputs to background documents, briefs and presentations related to the Global and Afghanistan Portfolios of the WPHF WHRD Window.Support the organization of advocacy activities and campaigns events, trainings, workshops and knowledge products;Provide inputs to the development of knowledge management products related to the WPHF WHRD window.7     The incumbent performs other duties within their functional profile as deemed necessary for the efficient functioning of the Office and the Organization. Competencies :Core Values:Integrity;Professionalism;Respect for Diversity.Core Competencies:Awareness and Sensitivity Regarding Gender Issues;Accountability;Creative Problem Solving;Effective Communication;Inclusive Collaboration;Stakeholder Engagement;Leading by Example.Please visit this link for more information on UN Women's Values and Competencies Framework: Functional Competencies:Program formulation, implementation, monitoring and evaluation skillsKnowledge of Results Based ManagementAbility to gather and interpret data, reach logical conclusions and present findings Good analytical skillsGood knowledge of the women, peace and security agenda.  Recruitment Qualifications:Education and Certification:Master's degree or equivalent in social sciences, human rights, gender/ women's studies, international development, or a related field is required.A first-level university degree in combination with two additional years of qualifying experience may be accepted in lieu of the advanced university degree.A project/program management certification (such as PMP®, PRINCE2®, or MSP®) would be an added advantage.Experience:At least 1 year of relevant work experience in development program/project implementation, coordination, monitoring and evaluation, donor reporting and capacity building is required.Experience in Women, Peace and Security is desirable.Experience coordinating and liaising with government agencies and/or donors is desirable.Languages:Fluency in English is required.Knowledge of Dari and/or Pashto is desirable. Statements :In July 2010, the United Nations General Assembly created UN Women, the United Nations Entity for Gender Equality and the Empowerment of Women. The creation of UN Women came about as part of the UN reform agenda, bringing together resources and mandates for greater impact. It merges and builds on the important work of four previously distinct parts of the UN system (DAW, OSAGI, INSTRAW and UNIFEM), which focused exclusively on gender equality and women's empowerment. Diversity and inclusion:At UN Women, we are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive environment of mutual respect. UN Women recruits, employs, trains, compensates, and promotes regardless of race, religion, color, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, ability, national origin, or any other basis covered by appropriate law. All employment is decided on the basis of qualifications, competence, integrity and organizational need.If you need any reasonable accommodation to support your participation in the recruitment and selection process, please include this information in your application.UN Women has a zero-tolerance policy on conduct that is incompatible with the aims and objectives of the United Nations and UN Women, including sexual exploitation and abuse, sexual harassment, abuse of authority and discrimination. All selected candidates will be expected to adhere to UN Women's policies and procedures and the standards of conduct expected of UN Women personnel and will therefore undergo rigorous reference and background checks. (Background checks will include the verification of academic credential(s) and employment history. Selected candidates may be required to provide additional information to conduct a background check.)Note: Applicants must ensure that all sections of the application form, including the sections on education and employment history, are completed. If all sections are not completed the application may be disqualified from the recruitment and selection process.  How cinfo Can Support You in the Application Process for This PositionApplication and Interview Preparation: Whether you're preparing your application documents or getting ready for an interview, you can book a Job Application Support session to receive tailored guidance.For Swiss nationals invited to the first round of the selection process (e.g., written test, interview, assessment center): Notify us at recruitment@cinfo.ch, and we will inform our HR partners in the respective organization and the Swiss Government to help increase your visibility."Important Application Information:Please submit your application only via the official website of the hiring organization or by using the "Apply" button on CinfoPoste, which will redirect you to the organization's application site. Applications submitted through other job portals will not be forwarded to the respective organization and will not be considered. To ensure your application reaches the right destination, always follow the official application process as indicated in the job posting."

Background:UN Women, grounded in the vision of equality enshrined in the Charter of the United Nations, works for the elimination of discrimination against women and girls; the empowerment of women; and the achievement of equality between women and men as partners and beneficiaries of development, human rights, humanitarian action and peace and security.The Women's Peace and Humanitarian Fund (WPHF) is a multi-partner trust fund which supports women led and women's rights organizations working to build peace and provide humanitarian response throughout the world. Since the end of 2016, the WPHF has been supporting over 1046 civil society organizations and is present in 43 countries or group of countries.UN Women hosts the Secretariat of the Women's Peace and Humanitarian Fund. The WPHF Secretariat provides support to the Funding Board, mobilize resources from Governments, companies, foundations and individual, provides day to day support to Country Offices implementing WPHF programmes, ensures timely and quality monitoring and reporting. In 2022, the WPHF Funding Board established a new window for the protection and advocacy of Women Human Rights Defenders (WHRDs), as well as a the WHRDs Window Unit to be hosted by the WPHF Secretariat. The WHRDs window provides two types of support: (i) safety net grants to cover for protection and livelihood expenses of WHRDs at risks from crisis and conflict settings (implemented together with INGOs partners) ; and (ii) direct logistical support for their participation in events and decision-making processes (implemented directly by the WHRDs window unit). It has supported over 300 WHRDs and more than 700 dependents through both protection and advocacy support.Under the direct supervision of the Deputy Head of the Secretariat of the Women's Peace and Humanitarian Fund – Peace and Security and resilience team - the Programme Coordinator of the WPHF WHRDs window will coordinate the activities of the WHRD window, manage its funding streams, lead on partnerships, coordination and reporting.Under the supervision of the Deputy Head of the WPHF Secretariat, the Programme Coordinator is responsible for managing the development, implementation, monitoring and reporting of the WHRDs window, including its partnerships with INGOs and other UN Agencies. The Programme Coordinator will oversee and guide the WHRDs window unit consultants and staff and budget of the window, build partnerships and provide support in developing resource mobilization strategies, and manage knowledge building efforts. Key Functions and Accountabilities:1     Manage and oversee the WPHF's WHRDs unit and implementation of the Funding WindowCoordinate the overall Window's work plan development and implementation according to approved Project document of the WHRDs Unit.Ensure coordination with relevant stakeholders in the direct logistical support review process, including with UN Women and WPHF Operations colleagues.Lead on coordination and management of partnerships with INGOs partners of the Safety Net, including onboarding of new INGO partnerships for the Safety Net.Support the implementation of key recommendations related to the WHRDs window, including any emerging from the WPHF Evaluations and workshops/consultations with partners including the window's INGO partners. Oversee and provide advice to the Unit team on the evaluation of requests received under both the safety net and direct logistical support for advocacy.Manage and coordinate risk assessments with relevant partners.Review the preparation of all relevant documentation to be submitted to the Advocacy committee and WPHF Funding Board for funding approval.Participate in the post-advocacy support meetings with WHRDs.Update and monitor the window risk matrix.Ensure all relevant documents are filed in the Fund's shared drive.2     Manage the monitoring and reporting of the WHRDs windowManage the monitoring of mutually agreed results frameworks and performance indicators.Conduct meetings and review quarterly reporting of INGOs partners.Review and provide feedback to INGOs annual reports in close collaboration with the WPHF M&E team. Consolidate the window unit annual reports in close collaboration with the WPHF M&E team. Provide updates to the WPHF Funding Board (quarterly meeting) on progress of the window.Document challenges and best practices of support through the window.Facilitate process for audits and monitor implementation of audit recommendations.3     Oversee and guide people and budget management for the WHRDs windowManage the overall budget of the unit and that of its INGO partners.Prepare cost extensions and no cost extensions accordingly.Approve invoices in Quantum as relevant. Leads a team of three people, a P2 staff, P1 staff, and one consultant, and perform staff performance reviews and capacity development of staff members.4      Build partnerships and provide support in developing resource mobilization strategiesManage and strengthen partnerships with OHCHR and NGO Working Group on WPS.Provide strategic advice to strengthen the window, raise awareness and visibility, including by finding entry points for the window and building connections with the Security Council and Human Rights Council.Contribute to the exchange of information and knowledge products internally and externally of the programme.Provide support on resource mobilization for the WHRDs window to the Deputy Head of the Secretariat as requested, including identification of opportunities for resource mobilization and possible areas of cooperation.Strengthen partnerships with civil society, UN agencies and foundations working on Human Rights.5     Manage knowledge building effortsManage the process of identifying and synthesizing of best practices and lessons learned that are directly linked to the implementation of the programme and contribute to their global dissemination.Provide inputs to WPHF L-Hub capacity building sessions linked to the window.Ensure documentation of the Window implementation process and identify good practices and lessons learned.6     The incumbent performs other duties within their functional profile as deemed necessary for the efficient functioning of the Office and the Organization. Supervisory/Managerial Responsibilities: The Programme Coordinator for the WPHF WHRD Window leads a team of three people, a P2 staff, P1 staff, and one consultant, and perform staff performance reviews and capacity development of staff members. Competencies :Core Values:Integrity;Professionalism;Respect for Diversity.Core Competencies:Awareness and Sensitivity Regarding Gender Issues;Accountability;Creative Problem Solving;Effective Communication;Inclusive Collaboration;Stakeholder Engagement;Leading by Example.Please visit this link for more information on UN Women's Values and Competencies Framework: Functional Competencies:Strong programme formulation, implementation, monitoring and evaluation skillsAbility to develop detailed operational plans, budgets, and deliver on themAbility to synthesize programme performance data and produce analytical reports to inform management and strategic decision-makingStrong analytical skillsStrong knowledge of Results Based ManagementGood knowledge of UN programme management systems Recruitment Qualifications:Education and certification:Master's degree or equivalent in Social Sciences, Political Science, Development, Public Administration, Gender is required.A first-level university degree in combination with two additional years of qualifying experience may be accepted in lieu of the advanced university degree.A project/programme management certification (such as PMP®, PRINCE2®, or MSP®) would be an added advantage. Experience:At least 5 years of progressively responsible experience in programme management, including programme design, programme coordination, monitoring and evaluation, donor reporting and capacity building.Experience in working in women peace and security or gender and human rights area is required.Experience in setting priorities, budgets, work plans, participating in programme development and programme writing is desirable.Experience in the protection or support to WHRDs is desirable.Experience in leading teams effectively is desirable. Language Requirements:Fluency in English is required.Knowledge of another official UN language is desirable (French, Arabic, Chinese, Russian or Spanish). Statements :In July 2010, the United Nations General Assembly created UN Women, the United Nations Entity for Gender Equality and the Empowerment of Women. The creation of UN Women came about as part of the UN reform agenda, bringing together resources and mandates for greater impact. It merges and builds on the important work of four previously distinct parts of the UN system (DAW, OSAGI, INSTRAW and UNIFEM), which focused exclusively on gender equality and women's empowerment.Diversity and inclusion:At UN Women, we are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive environment of mutual respect. UN Women recruits, employs, trains, compensates, and promotes regardless of race, religion, color, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, ability, national origin, or any other basis covered by appropriate law. All employment is decided on the basis of qualifications, competence, integrity and organizational need.If you need any reasonable accommodation to support your participation in the recruitment and selection process, please include this information in your application.UN Women has a zero-tolerance policy on conduct that is incompatible with the aims and objectives of the United Nations and UN Women, including sexual exploitation and abuse, sexual harassment, abuse of authority and discrimination. All selected candidates will be expected to adhere to UN Women's policies and procedures and the standards of conduct expected of UN Women personnel and will therefore undergo rigorous reference and background checks. (Background checks will include the verification of academic credential(s) and employment history. Selected candidates may be required to provide additional information to conduct a background check.)Note: Applicants must ensure that all sections of the application form, including the sections on education and employment history, are completed. If all sections are not completed the application may be disqualified from the recruitment and selection process.         ______________________________________________________________________ Important Application Information:Please submit your application only via the official website of the hiring organization or by using the "Apply" button on CinfoPoste, which will redirect you to the organization's application site. Applications submitted through other job portals will not be forwarded to the respective organization and will not be considered. To ensure your application reaches the right destination, always follow the official application process as indicated in the job posting. How cinfo Can Support You in the Application Process for This PositionApplication and Interview Preparation: Whether you're preparing your application documents or getting ready for an interview, you can book a Job Application Support session to receive tailored guidance.For Swiss nationals invited to the first round of the selection process (e.g., written test, interview, assessment center): Notify us at recruitment@cinfo.ch, and we will inform our HR partners in the respective organization and the Swiss Government to help increase your visibility.______________________________________________________________________  

Background:UN Women, grounded in the vision of equality enshrined in the Charter of the United Nations, works for the elimination of discrimination against women and girls; the empowerment of women; and the achievement of equality between women and men as partners and beneficiaries of development, human rights, humanitarian action and peace and security.The Division of Management and Administration (DMA) is responsible for the management of financial, operational and administrative resources including information communications and technology, procurement, security and facilities and asset management. The goal is to ensure the effective and efficient delivery of essential operations services in UN Women, continuous development and improvement in operations, policies, and methods to align with UN Women and stakeholders' evolving business needs and advisory support to the Executive Director in the formulation and implementation of the UN Women overall mission, strategy and plans of actions. UN Women has endorsed the UN Principles on Personal Data Privacy and Protection (https://unsceb.org/privacy-principles ) and has promulgated its own Data Protection Policy incorporating these principles. The UN Secretary-General is currently focusing on managing data as a strategic asset and that includes data protection and privacy, having an appropriate classification system and making information accessible when appropriate. Under the supervision of the Deputy Director of Division of Management and Administration the Data Protection Specialist (DPO) will be responsible for building, implementing and managing its data protection and privacy program, monitoring compliance with the program and acting as a main point of contact for data protection and privacy issues. This will include implementation of the UN Women Personal Data Protection Policy, training of personnel, analytical work and substantive technical support to UN Women Business Units. The work will also include other Policies related to Data Protection and Privacy such as Public Access to Information, which has already been promulgated, as well as areas related to classification and records management in line with the Personal Data Protection Policy.This temporary appointment position will be for a duration of 364 days. Whereas an external candidate will be offered a temporary appointment, subject to release agreements, staff members in UN Women may be administered as a temporary assignment and staff members in the UN Common system may be administered under a loan arrangement. Key Functions and Accountabilities:Develop Data protection and privacy procedures and guidance and other required documents for UN WomenDevelop procedure and guidance as outlined in the implementation planProvide advice on whether UN Women needs additional procedures and guidance not identified in the implementation planRevise and update existing PPGs related to the implementation and management of data protection and privacy or information in generalProvide guidance to offices on the interpretation and implementation of the Personal Data Protection Policy and other policies related to management of informationProvide inputs to the Records Management Policy and Procedure as these documents relate to personal dataProvide policy and technical advice to UN Women personnel and managers as requestedRaise issues related to data protection policies, procedures and guidance with senior managementProvide template language for providing privacy notices and obtaining consents.Provide template language for other templates needed for the implementation of UN Women's Data Protection and Privacy ProgramManage the day-to-day work in building and maintaining UN Women's data protection and privacy programManage the implementation and maintenance of the UN Women Data Protection and Privacy Program on a day-to-day basis under the guidance and leadership of the DMA Deputy DirectorProvide technical guidance to UN Women offices in developing data protection and privacy language for UN Women's contract templates Provide technical guidance to offices in negotiating data protection and privacy clauses with contractual counterpartiesAct as the main point of contact and liaison for all data protection and privacy issues within UN Women and with other UN system organizations and for data subjectsLiaise with IST on providing business requirements for creating and maintaining records of processing activities Represent UN Women in UN groups and initiatives working with data protection and privacy   Provide technical advice to UN Women offices on classification of personal data and in coordination with IST on appropriate protection of personal dataProvide advice and instructions on how to conduct data protection impact assessments (DPIAs)Provide guidance to UN Women Business Units on inserting privacy enhancing activities into their project lifecycles, in consultation with ISTProvide technical support to UN Women offices in responding to data subjectsProvide inputs to IST on the requirements for appropriate controls for the protection of personal dataProvide technical advice on privacy and security risk managementProvide technical advice on appropriate sharing of personal data with external parties (e.g., beneficiaries, partners, vendors and donors)Provide technical advice on the response to data incidents involving personal data in collaboration with Information Security Team.Provide technical advice on appropriate access rights to personal data in collaboration with IST and UN Women officesProvide compliance management and reporting supportMonitor compliance of data protection and privacyProvide reports to the DMA Director through the DMA Deputy Director on the compliance of the Personal Data Protection PolicyReport on audit privacy findings to the DMA Director through the DMA Deputy Director, as appropriateManage capacity development and knowledge management initiatives related to data protection and privacy in UN WomenDetermine, with relevant stakeholders, training requirementsCoordinate training and awareness activities for UN Women Business UnitsConduct training or awareness raising activities if needed The incumbent performs other duties within their functional profile as deemed necessary for the efficient functioning of the Office and the Organisation. Competencies :Core Values:Integrity;Professionalism;Respect for Diversity.Core Competencies:Awareness and Sensitivity Regarding Gender Issues;Accountability;Creative Problem Solving;Effective Communication;Inclusive Collaboration;Stakeholder Engagement;Leading by Example.Please visit this link for more information on UN Women's Values and Competencies Framework: Functional Competencies:Affinity with UN Women mandate on Gender equality and women's empowermentAbility to evaluate the impact on UN Women's activities in relation to the implementation of the Personal Data Protection PolicyAbility to provide assurance and advise on Strategy Development, Privacy Operations, Privacy and Security Risk Management and Compliance ManagementAbility to work in cross functional team and lead the day to day management and implementation of the Personal Data Protection PolicyKnowledge of the UN Personal Data Protection and Privacy Principles or other data protection and privacy legislation would be an asset. Detailed orientedStrong analytical skillsTeam player Recruitment Qualifications:Education and Certification:       •             Master's degree or equivalent in law or a field relevant for building, implementing, managing and monitoring compliance of a data protection and privacy program is required.•             A first-level university degree in combination with two additional years of qualifying experience may be accepted in lieu of the advanced university degree.•             A certification as a privacy professional from the International Association of Privacy Professionals (IAPP) or similar association would be an asset.Experience:        •             At least 7 years of progressively responsible work experience in law or relevant field is required.•             At least 3 years' experience of working in data protection and privacy is required.•             Experience of building, implementing and managing data protection and privacy programs is desirable.•             Experience in developing of revising policy related to data protection and privacy or related field is desirable.•             Experience developing capacity of stakeholders related to data protection and privacy or a related field is desirable.Languages:•             Fluency in English is required.•             Knowledge of another official UN language is desirable (French, Arabic, Chinese, Russian or Spanish).Statements :In July 2010, the United Nations General Assembly created UN Women, the United Nations Entity for Gender Equality and the Empowerment of Women. The creation of UN Women came about as part of the UN reform agenda, bringing together resources and mandates for greater impact. It merges and builds on the important work of four previously distinct parts of the UN system (DAW, OSAGI, INSTRAW and UNIFEM), which focused exclusively on gender equality and women's empowerment.Diversity and inclusion:At UN Women, we are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive environment of mutual respect. UN Women recruits, employs, trains, compensates, and promotes regardless of race, religion, color, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, ability, national origin, or any other basis covered by appropriate law. All employment is decided on the basis of qualifications, competence, integrity and organizational need.If you need any reasonable accommodation to support your participation in the recruitment and selection process, please include this information in your application.UN Women has a zero-tolerance policy on conduct that is incompatible with the aims and objectives of the United Nations and UN Women, including sexual exploitation and abuse, sexual harassment, abuse of authority and discrimination. All selected candidates will be expected to adhere to UN Women's policies and procedures and the standards of conduct expected of UN Women personnel and will therefore undergo rigorous reference and background checks. (Background checks will include the verification of academic credential(s) and employment history. Selected candidates may be required to provide additional information to conduct a background check.)        ______________________________________________________________________ Important Application Information:Please submit your application only via the official website of the hiring organization or by using the "Apply" button on CinfoPoste, which will redirect you to the organization's application site. Applications submitted through other job portals will not be forwarded to the respective organization and will not be considered. To ensure your application reaches the right destination, always follow the official application process as indicated in the job posting. How cinfo Can Support You in the Application Process for This PositionApplication and Interview Preparation: Whether you're preparing your application documents or getting ready for an interview, you can book a Job Application Support session to receive tailored guidance.For Swiss nationals invited to the first round of the selection process (e.g., written test, interview, assessment center): Notify us at recruitment@cinfo.ch, and we will inform our HR partners in the respective organization and the Swiss Government to help increase your visibility.______________________________________________________________________ 

Background:UN Women, grounded in the vision of equality enshrined in the Charter of the United Nations, works for the elimination of discrimination against women and girls; the empowerment of women; and the achievement of equality between women and men as partners and beneficiaries of development, human rights, humanitarian action and peace and security.The United Nations Women's Peace and Humanitarian Fund (WPHF) is a partnership between the United Nations, Member States, and the civil society, which supports women led and women's rights organizations working to build peace and provide humanitarian response throughout the world. Since the end of 2016, the WPHF has been supporting over 1,000 civil society organizations and is present in 43 countries worldwide. UN Women hosts the Secretariat of the Women's Peace and Humanitarian Fund. The WPHF Secretariat provides support to the Funding Board, mobilizes resources from Governments, companies, foundations and individuals, designs funding windows and mechanisms, provides day to day support to Country Offices implementing WPHF programs, and ensures timely and quality monitoring and reporting. The Secretariat's mandate is also to strengthen stakeholders' knowledge of and engagement with women, peace and security issues through proper internal and external communications, advocacy and outreach. The Secretariat provides knowledge management services for the WPHF and manages the Community of Practice (CoP) for WPHF partners and grantees.  Finally, in April 2020, following the recommendation of the UNSG in his 2019 report on WPS, the WPHF Funding Board established a new Rapid Response Window (RRW) on women's participation in peace processes, and in 2022, the WPHF launched a new funding window for the protection and participation of Women Human Rights Defenders (WHRDs).Under the overall guidance of the Deputy Director for Financial Management in Headquarters (HQ) and the daily supervision of the Operations Specialist, the Finance Analyst is responsible for providing assistance to WPHF Secretariat , Rapid Response Window (RRW), Women Human Rights Defenders (WHRDs) Windows, and Global Learning Hub, the Finance Analyst will be supporting country offices implementing WPHF programmes as necessary to ensure capacity and support; assistance with development projects for the finance users of UN Women for better business practices and controls as well as automation; ensuring all finance users are compliant with and trained in the accounting standards, financial regulations and rules, policies and procedures; assisting Finance Section HQ in dedicated support, training, advice for Regional Offices, Multi-Country Offices and COs (ROs/MCOs/COs); and acts as the Audit focal point for WPHF projects in co-ordination with Finance Section HQ, as well as finance users in ROs and MCOs/COs.   The Finance Analyst works in close collaboration with Finance Section HQ, WPHF Secretariat and windows Programme and Operations colleagues, teams at the country level, UNDP staff and Government officials ensuring high performance and efficiency in Finance.  Key Functions and Accountabilities:1.       Coordinate the financial planning, analysis, and provision of services to the United Nations Women's Peace and Humanitarian Fund (WPHF) in accordance with UN Women internal control framework, rules, regulations, policies and procedures:Recommend and/or implement cost saving and reduction strategies; Review and/or verify financial transactions/activities, recording/reporting system and audit reports. Co-ordinate with Finance Section HQ on suggestions for amendments; Review financial business processes and use of Quantum system to ensure accurate and complete reporting of financial transactions by UN Women staff in accordance with the Internal Control Framework and Delegation of Authority and the timely flow of financial information in UN Women for management, monitoring and oversight purposes; Analyze and oversee all financial resources managed by the WPHF and provide high-quality professional advice on financial issues to the WPHF management, as necessary; Coordinate cash management processes, including liquidity management, recommend impress level, risk assessment, security for cash assets on site. Assist with financial risk assessment reviews for the WPHF, by identifying areas of risk and providing recommendations and action plans for addressing issues raised. 2.     Coordinate the monitoring and oversight of financial systems in accordance with UN Women rules, regulations, policies and procedures  Monitor financial systems and reports for unusual activities, transactions, investigate anomalies; Coordinate the WPHF timely completion of their Month-end Instructions Checklist and Year-end Instructions Closure Checklist; Draft all financial reports in accordance with International Public Sector Accounting Standards (IPSAS) and ensure continued compliance.  Monitor the WPHF for compliance with IPSAS accounting standards by reviewing business processes and systems modules resulting in IPSAS compliant general ledger and financial statements; Review Implementing Partner advance procedures and test against UN Women policies to ensure compliance.  Investigate and follow up on any anomalies for timely action and resolution, as necessary; Review all contractual arrangements with suppliers of goods and services to ensure that the financial terms and conditions of all contracts are being adhered to by the suppliers of goods and services; Report to Operations Specialist and Deputy Director for Financial Management any case of non-adherence for timely action and recommendations for actions/decisions, as necessary; Respond to questions and provide analysis as requested to the Finance Section HQ.  3.     Coordinate financial reporting in the WPHF in accordance with UN Women rules, regulations, policies and procedures  Draft timely and accurate automated interim financial reports to governments and donors as required under the donor agreements and other cost-sharing arrangements for submission to Virtual Global Service Centre Finance Specialists; Track and report contributions within the resource mobilization efforts, including pipeline, contracted and overdue and future milestones.  Review contributions receivables and provide information to Operations Manager for follow up, as necessary; Write ad hoc financial Donor and other reports as requested; Follow up and/or take prompt action to respond to audit and other findings on financial management.  4.     Coordinate the audit process in accordance with UN Women rules, regulations, policies and procedures  Coordinate the pre-audit preparations for financial management of the WPHF to be audit ready and complete the pre-audit checklist.  Travel to the COs as necessary to assist during CO audits.  Contribute technically to the training in the WPHF as part of the training plan or requirement of pre-audit preparations or as otherwise determined by Operations Manager or Deputy Director for Financial Management; Write responses to internal and external audit inquiries and other findings related to financial management for review/approval by Operations Specialist and Deputy Director for Financial Management and incorporate recommendations in development in policies, procedures and practices; Plan and track expenditures and performance audit of financial resources, including extra-budgetary income.  5.    Coordinate programme/ project budgets in accordance with UN Women rules, regulations, policies and procedures Coordinate all financial resources of programmes/ projects through planning, guiding, monitoring and controlling of the resources; Prepare and monitor budgets of the Fund's Secretariat , Windows and management projects; Analyze and report on the budget approvals and the delivery situation of management projects;  Contribute to the proper mechanisms to eliminate deficiencies in budget management;   Submit financial information for timely preparation of donor reports; Prepare advance payments and direct payments for programme implementation and record them in Quantum. Provide assistance to offices implementing WPHF programmes in relation to project closure and provide training on a regular basis, in conjunction with Virtual Global Service Centre Finance Specialists.  6.    Coordinate financial training and communication for the WPHFMonitor the effectiveness of the services on a regular basis and ensure close relationship with HQ Finance Section and take corrective measures as needed. Coordinate development projects to ensure effective finance and communication tools are in place and regularly monitored for improvements. Perform the Finance Helpdesk function for WPHF to ensure accurate and timely response to issues and advice requested in conjunction with HQ Finance Field Support Unit; Support in the implementation of the approved Training plans (specifically QUANTUM and IPSAS) in conjunction with HQ Finance Field Support Unit and Finance specialist in HQ on a recurrent basis to ensure competency across all users. 7.     Participate in knowledge management and capacity building  Identify, participate in the development and/or recommend enhancement/updates/improvement in Quantum financial modules for better business practices and controls in the WPHF Capture, synthesize and/or codify lessons learned and best practices in the WPHF support and financial management and services. Disseminate to Finance Section HQ to share knowledge and build capacity; Contribute to the design of learning tools, best practices and innovations in financial business operational practices and management, promote transparency, ease of communications, hosting of financial documents, and all policies and procedures between all UN Women users of the WPHF data.   8.     Financial tasks, approving and certifying function Oversee that vouchers processed are matched and completed, transactions are correctly recorded and posted in Quantum; payrolls are duly prepared; travel claims and other entitlements are duly processed;  Implement timely corrective actions on unposted vouchers, including the vouchers with budget check errors, matching exceptions, unapproved vouchers;  Provide timely response to HQ requests to resolve financial data issues; Perform delegated approval function in Quantum on a timely basis; Review and provide financial clearance of all donor agreements as delegated for compliance with standard agreements on a timely basis.  9.    The incumbent performs other duties within their functional profile as deemed necessary for the efficient functioning of the Office and the Organization.Competencies :Core Values:Integrity;Professionalism;Respect for Diversity.Core Competencies:Awareness and Sensitivity Regarding Gender Issues;Accountability;Creative Problem Solving;Effective Communication;Inclusive Collaboration;Stakeholder Engagement;Leading by Example.Please visit this link for more information on UN Women's Values and Competencies Framework:  Functional Competencies:Good knowledge and expertise in financial planning and management; Good knowledge of complex financial rules and regulations, preferably UN/UN Women Financial Rules and regulations; Good conceptual/strategic skills and success in implementing financial re-engineering, management systems development, policy design, innovation and knowledge product development is an asset;  Good knowledge and experience in the application of complex financial systems and modules (such as Quantum); Good knowledge of spreadsheet and database packages; Ability to provide advice and support; Demonstrated knowledge of IPSAS/IFRS. Good analytical skills.   Recruitment Qualifications:Education and Certification:Master's Degree (or equivalent) in Finance/Accounting, or a Professional accounting qualification from an internationally recognized institute of accountancy, Chartered Accountant, or Certified Public Accountant is required. Successful completion of UN Women's Accounting technical test, as part of the selection process. Experience:At least 2 years' experience in an accounting-specific role with in a large international organization preferably in the UN system is required. Demonstrated financial experience using an ERP financial system is required.  Demonstrated experience in providing financial and budget support to programmes/projects is required.Demonstrated experience at developing detailed financial reports for senior management is required. Demonstrated experience in supporting more than one office simultaneously is desirable; Demonstrated financial experience of working in a regional or multi-country context is desirable; Experience in the usage of computers and office software packages (MS Word, Excel, etc.) and spreadsheet and database packages, experience in handling of web-based management systems is required. Experience in the use of a modern web-based ERP System, preferably Oracle Cloud, is desirable. Languages:Fluency in English is required. Knowledge of another official UN language is desirable (French, Arabic, Chinese, Russian or Spanish).Statements :In July 2010, the United Nations General Assembly created UN Women, the United Nations Entity for Gender Equality and the Empowerment of Women. The creation of UN Women came about as part of the UN reform agenda, bringing together resources and mandates for greater impact. It merges and builds on the important work of four previously distinct parts of the UN system (DAW, OSAGI, INSTRAW and UNIFEM), which focused exclusively on gender equality and women's empowerment.Diversity and inclusion:At UN Women, we are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive environment of mutual respect. UN Women recruits, employs, trains, compensates, and promotes regardless of race, religion, color, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, ability, national origin, or any other basis covered by appropriate law. All employment is decided on the basis of qualifications, competence, integrity and organizational need.If you need any reasonable accommodation to support your participation in the recruitment and selection process, please include this information in your application.UN Women has a zero-tolerance policy on conduct that is incompatible with the aims and objectives of the United Nations and UN Women, including sexual exploitation and abuse, sexual harassment, abuse of authority and discrimination. All selected candidates will be expected to adhere to UN Women's policies and procedures and the standards of conduct expected of UN Women personnel and will therefore undergo rigorous reference and background checks. (Background checks will include the verification of academic credential(s) and employment history. Selected candidates may be required to provide additional information to conduct a background check.)        ______________________________________________________________________ Important Application Information:Please submit your application only via the official website of the hiring organization or by using the "Apply" button on CinfoPoste, which will redirect you to the organization's application site. Applications submitted through other job portals will not be forwarded to the respective organization and will not be considered. To ensure your application reaches the right destination, always follow the official application process as indicated in the job posting. How cinfo Can Support You in the Application Process for This PositionApplication and Interview Preparation: Whether you're preparing your application documents or getting ready for an interview, you can book a Job Application Support session to receive tailored guidance.For Swiss nationals invited to the first round of the selection process (e.g., written test, interview, assessment center): Notify us at recruitment@cinfo.ch, and we will inform our HR partners in the respective organization and the Swiss Government to help increase your visibility.______________________________________________________________________ 

Background:UN Women, grounded in the vision of equality enshrined in the Charter of the United Nations, works for the elimination of discrimination against women and girls; the empowerment of women; and the achievement of equality between women and men as partners and beneficiaries of development, human rights, humanitarian action and peace and security.UN Women has placed emphasis on improving its strategic planning and managing for results by applying the Results-Based Management (RBM) throughout all the work of UN Women. This requires dedicated efforts to strengthen results culture in the organization. In order for UN Women to communicate impact stories on women and girls at the corporate level with aggregated results and financial data across all the countries and regions, strategic planning with strong emphasis on results management is pre-requisite to facilitate systematic and effective results monitoring and reporting during the implementation.  In the Americas & Caribbean Region, UN Women has a Regional Office based in Panama City, 10 Country Offices, one Multi Country Office and programmatic presence in 5 countries throughout the region. In addition, the Regional Office provides support to the governments, civil society, and UN system as a nonresident agency in countries with no UN Women presence.  The goal of UN Women´s presence in the region is to support the achievement of gender equality, women´s empowerment and the promotion and protection of women´s human rights.  Ending violence against women and girls has been identified by UN Women as a key primary focus area in the region.  UN Women is working to improve the quality of, and increase accessibility to, coordinated services and responses to violence against women.  UN Women works with partners to reach a shared understanding at the regional level on the range of services and responses required and the corresponding standards and/or guidelines for the provision of the services that are considered essential to meet the needs of women and girls subject to violence. In addition, UN Women actively participates and contributes to various UN inter-agency processes and collaborates with UN organizations around specific programme areas.  Under the guidance and direct supervision of the Deputy Regional Director, the Regional Strategic Planning Specialist is responsible for leading the strategic planning work in their respective region. The Regional Strategic Planning Specialist provides strategic guidance and technical support to the RO and Country Offices (COs) to ensure high quality strategic planning documents at regional and country levels, ensuring the alignment with UN Women Strategic Plan and the corporate standard on RBM. They lead the preparation of the Strategic Note and workplan of the RO in close collaboration with RO colleagues and COs in the respective region. Regional Strategic Planning Specialist also provides guidance, technical support and quality assurance to Country Offices (COs) associated with the UN Sustainable Development Cooperation Frameworks (UNSDCFs), Strategic Notes and workplans from the strategic planning and RBM perspectives. They also contribute to HQ-led corporate level initiatives in the areas of Strategic Planning and RBM.  The Regional Strategic Planning Specialist works closely with the Regional Coordination Specialist, the Regional Monitoring & Reporting Specialist/Focal Point and the Regional Operation Manager, as well as the rest of RO colleagues and CO colleagues in the region. They also coordinate with other Regional Strategic Planning Specialists in other ROs to facilitate cross-regional learning and peer-to-peer support mechanism. In carrying out the functions, they coordinate and collaborate closely with relevant HQ Divisions and units, including the Strategy, Planning, Resources and Effectiveness Division (SPRED) and the Policy, Programme and Inter Governmental Division (PPID), in order to ensure the implementation of corporate policy, procedures, guidance and systems associated with the strategic planning and results management in their respective region. Key Functions and Accountabilities :1.Provide strategic planning and RBM-related guidance and technical support to the UN Country Teams (UNCTs) and UN Women COs in the region for development of UNSDCFs through the inter-agency regional mechanism, such as Peer Support Group (PSG), in close collaboration with Regional Coordination Specialist:Substantively support and contribute to the inter-agency strategic planning processes at the regional and country levels,by coordinating with PSG co-chairs and participating in PSG meetings and related activities related to strategic planning,RBM, monitoring and reporting.Review draft Roadmaps, Common Country Assessment (CCA) and UNSDCFs from the perspective of strategic planning,RBM and monitoring/reporting, in line with the guidance/standard from DCO, in close collaboration with RegionalCoordination Specialist.Provide additional technical support to UNCTs and Results Groups, upon request, in relation to UNSDCFs, joint work plans, RBM capacity development, monitoring and reporting.Provide guidance and technical support to UN Women COs in the areas of strategic planning, RBM, monitoring and reporting related to UNSDCFs, Joint Workplans and the UN Info platform, clarifying the alignment and linkage with UN Women Strategic Plan, Strategic Notes, workplans and UN Women Results Management System (RMS)2.Provide strategic guidance, technical support and quality assurance to UN Women COs in the areas of strategic planning, RBM and UN Women Result Management System (RMS):Provide guidance, technical support and quality assurance to UN Women Country Offices in the region to ensure the quality and timely submission and finalization of Strategic Notes, ensuring the full alignment with the respective UNSDCFs and in line with UN Women's relevant corporate policies, procedures and guidance.Provide guidance, technical support and quality assurance to UN Women Country Offices in the region to ensure the quality and timely submission and finalization of workplans, in line with UN Women's relevant corporate policies,procedures and guidance.Lead and manage the regional level review and appraisal process of workplans from COs, in collaboration with the relevant RO colleagues, to ensure quality in the region to facilitate the approval of those CO workplans by Regional Director.Provide guidance and support to COs to ensure amendments of Strategic Notes and workplans are completed in a timely manner in line with relevant corporate procedure, in coordination with HQ.Provide guidance, technical support and training to strengthen the capacity of COs in the areas of RBM in relation to strategic planning.Provide guidance and technical support, upon request, when a CO conducts Mid-Term Review (MTR) of their Strategic Note.Provide guidance and technical support to COs to ensure the effective use of RMS for the planning processes.3.Lead and coordinate the strategic planning processes at the regional level:Lead and manage the overall processes and coordinate within RO and with COs in the region to develop a new Strategic Note, ensuring the timely submission and quality in line with the relevant corporate policies, procedures and guidance.Lead the overall processes and coordinate within the RO to develop and finalize workplans of the RO, ensuring the timely submission and quality in line with the relevant corporate policies, procedures and guidance documents.Lead and manage the amendment process of Strategic Note and workplan of RO in line with relevant corporate procedure and in coordination with SPRED/SPU.Provide RBM-related guidance and technical support to RO personnel to improve strategic planning in RO.Provide guidance and technical support to personnel in the RO to ensure the effective use of RMS for RO's planning  processes.Provide support to the Regional Operations Manager for matters relating to the Regional Quarterly Business Review (QBR), the Regional Risk Management process and the development of the regional Office Typology and physical presence setup.4.Contribute to HQ-led corporate initiatives in the areas of Strategic Planning and RBM in close collaboration with HQ to ensure the field perspectives and needs are reflected in those corporate initiatives:Contribute to corporate level strategic planning exercises associated with UN Women Strategic Plan, including development of new Strategic Plan and Mid-Term Review of Strategic Plan.Contribute to development, revision and roll-out of relevant corporate policies, procedure and guidance in the areas of strategic planning and RBM.Contribute to development/revision of corporate RBM capacity development resources and tools in the areas of strategic planning.Contribute to development/enhancement of corporate systems in the areas of strategic planning and results management.5.Oversee documentations in the areas of strategic planning and RBM within the Regional Office and contribute to audits and evaluations:Ensure Strategic Notes and workplans of RO and COs in the region are fully updated in the corporate systems and documented with amendments, ensuring the readiness for future audits and evaluations.Contribute to internal/external audits, corporate/regional evaluations, other assessment/reviews and reporting requirements, by providing necessary data, information and documents associated with UNSDCFs, Strategic Notes and workplans from the region. 6.The incumbent performs other duties within their functional profile as deemed necessary for the efficient functioning of the Office and the Organization. Competencies :Core Values:Integrity;Professionalism;Respect for Diversity.Core Competencies:Awareness and Sensitivity Regarding Gender Issues;Accountability;Creative Problem Solving;Effective Communication;Inclusive Collaboration;Stakeholder Engagement;Leading by Example.Please visit this link for more information on UN Women's Values and Competencies Framework: Functional Competencies:Excellent knowledge of strategic planning and RBMExcellent knowledge of UN system and understanding of inter-agency strategic planning processesExcellent knowledge of gender equality  Ability to lead, oversee and monitor the inclusion of gender-specific results, indicators, targets and activities in various planning frameworksGood knowledge of Latin American and Caribbean gender equality structural barriers Ability to conceptualize and convey strategic vision.Ability to support others to strengthen their knowledge and skills in the areas of strategic planning. Education and Certification:Master's degree or equivalent in development-related disciplines, Social Sciences, Political Science, Development Studies, Public Administration, Gender, or a related field is required.A first-level university degree in combination with two additional years of qualifying experience may be accepted in lieu of the advanced university degree.Experience:At least 7 years of progressively responsible development experience that combines strategic and managerial leadership in development cooperation, international relations, public administration or a related field is required.At least 3 to 5 years of experience in Results-Based Management (RBM) and strategic planning, including managing and coordinating the development of strategy, multi-year planning documents, work plans, and/or programme documents at the country, regional and/or international levels is required.Experience in providing guidance and technical support for development of Theory of Change, results frameworks, logical frameworks and indicators for programmes/projects, to ensure the minimum standard of RBM is required.Experiences in inter-agency strategic planning work related to UNDAF/UNSDCFs at the country, regional or international level is required.Experience in monitoring gender equality policies, strategies, programmes, projects or initiatives is required.Experiences in conducting RBM training, as a trainer, to personnel and/or external partners to support results-based planning, monitoring and reporting is desirable.Experience in the use of computers, office software packages (MS Word, Excel, Power Point, etc.), spreadsheet and database packages is required.Experience in developing RBM resources and tools is desirable.Experience in the use of a modern web-based results management system, is desirable. Experience in Latin America and the Caribbean is desirable.Languages:Fluency in Spanish and English is required.Knowledge of Portuguese or French is desirable. Statements :In July 2010, the United Nations General Assembly created UN Women, the United Nations Entity for Gender Equality and the Empowerment of Women. The creation of UN Women came about as part of the UN reform agenda, bringing together resources and mandates for greater impact. It merges and builds on the important work of four previously distinct parts of the UN system (DAW, OSAGI, INSTRAW and UNIFEM), which focused exclusively on gender equality and women's empowerment. Diversity and inclusion:At UN Women, we are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive environment of mutual respect. UN Women recruits, employs, trains, compensates, and promotes regardless of race, religion, color, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, ability, national origin, or any other basis covered by appropriate law. All employment is decided on the basis of qualifications, competence, integrity and organizational need.If you need any reasonable accommodation to support your participation in the recruitment and selection process, please include this information in your application.UN Women has a zero-tolerance policy on conduct that is incompatible with the aims and objectives of the United Nations and UN Women, including sexual exploitation and abuse, sexual harassment, abuse of authority and discrimination. All selected candidates will be expected to adhere to UN Women's policies and procedures and the standards of conduct expected of UN Women personnel and will therefore undergo rigorous reference and background checks. (Background checks will include the verification of academic credential(s) and employment history. Selected candidates may be required to provide additional information to conduct a background check.)Note: Applicants must ensure that all sections of the application form, including the sections on education and employment history, are completed. If all sections are not completed the application may be disqualified from the recruitment and selection process. How cinfo Can Support You in the Application Process for This PositionApplication and Interview Preparation: Whether you're preparing your application documents or getting ready for an interview, you can book a Job Application Support session to receive tailored guidance.For Swiss nationals invited to the first round of the selection process (e.g., written test, interview, assessment center): Notify us at recruitment@cinfo.ch, and we will inform our HR partners in the respective organization and the Swiss Government to help increase your visibility."Important Application Information:Please submit your application only via the official website of the hiring organization or by using the "Apply" button on CinfoPoste, which will redirect you to the organization's application site. Applications submitted through other job portals will not be forwarded to the respective organization and will not be considered. To ensure your application reaches the right destination, always follow the official application process as indicated in the job posting."