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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.The UN Women Fiji Multi-Country Office (MCO) is based in Suva, Fiji and works alongside over 20 other UN agencies in the region and 14 countries and territories across the Pacific Region. Under its Strategic Note (SN) 2023 - 2027, UN Women Fiji MCO focuses on delivering on four interlinked programme areas underpinned by UN Women's Strategic Plan 2022 in line with international normative frameworks:Governance and Participation in Public Life.Women's Economic Empowerment.Ending Violence against Women and Girls.Climate Action/Humanitarian Action and ResilienceReporting to the Country Represenative the Operations Manager in the Fiji Multi Country Office serves as a member of the senior management team, with oversight responsibilities for all aspects of the Fiji MCO operations, this includes strategic financial and human resources management, efficient procurement and logistical services, security management, ICT and common services consistent with UN Women rules and regulations. The Operations Manager additionally serves as a key advisor to the Country Representative on matters of organizational integrity with the aim of ensuring: (i) compliance with UN Women policies and regulations; (ii) effective systems to support programme delivery and growth; (iii) accountability to organizational values and principles; and (iv) an enabling workplace environment in which staff potential is maximized. The Operations Manager leads and guides the Fiji Multi Country Office Operations Team and fosters collaboration within the team, with programme staff and with other UN Agencies and a client-oriented approach. The Operations Manager works in close collaboration with programme teams in the office, providing close guidance to programme staff who perform adjunct operations functions, ensuring that such staff are knowledgeable of rules and procedures governing programme finances, donor reporting, and personnel. She/he also works in collaboration with operations staff in other UN Agencies, UN Women Regional Office and HQ staff and Government officials to successfully deliver operations services.  Key Functions and Accountabilities:1.Manage the operations in the Fiji Multi Country Office Serve as a member of the Senior Management team and provide advice and support to theCountry  Representative on operational issues; Develop the annual workplan for the Operations Team and oversee its implementation and monitoring; Participate in review meetings and assess the managerial and operational capacities of implementing partners in collaboration with the programme and technical team; Manage business process mapping and establish internal standard operating procedures in all areas of the Operations Team's functions; Manage the implementation of corporate, budget, financial, procurement, and HR policies and systems and ensure adequate training of staff and project personnel on these issues; Ensure a continuous and up-to-date flow of information between the MCO and RO and HQ; Oversee all operations activities, including finance, human resources, procurement, transport, IT, security, administration and ensure they follow UN Women rules, regulations, policies and procedures; Manage staff in Operations Team: Finalize performance plans and evaluation standards; conduct performance assessments, provide feedback and coaching. 2.Oversee planning, expenditure tracking and auditing of financial resources  Ensure strategic and efficient management of office and programme financial resources; Exercise proper financial controls; Report locally and to HQ on established structures; seek advice from RO when deviations may be necessary; Review and take corrective action as appropriate on audit findings; Perform Level 2 Committing Officer role in Quantum for voucher and Purchase Order (PO) approvals; Ensure the MCO's compliance with Internal Control Framework, Delegation of Authority and segregation of duties and responsibilities.  3. Oversee/Provide Human Resources services to the Fiji Multi Country Office Oversee recruitment processes; liaise with the RO/HQ and service providers as necessary; Oversee contracts; advise on appropriate contract modalities. 4. Oversee procurement processes  Manage the provision of goods and services for the MCO and projects following established corporate procedures regarding sub-contract review and awarding of contracts, evaluate for cost effectiveness and manage the negotiations in connection with eventual agreements; Manage the preparation of procurement plans in the MCO; Participate/chair in local Procurement Review Committees (PRC); Manage MCO's assets and liabilities and ensure proper inventory control.  5. Oversee information and communications technology (ICT) management  Oversee the implementation of ICT systems; Ensure staff have access to Quantum functionality for improved business results and improved client services; Mange maintenance of a secure, reliable infrastructure environment for ICT and adequate planning for disasters and recoveries.  6. Serve as the focal point for security issues and ensure safety and security of staff Brief supervisor and UN Women personnel on security and safety matters and disseminate relevant information as advised by UNDSS, brief UN Women visitors on security; Ensure full security and safety compliance with the UN and UN Women regulations and processes; Liaise and work closely with Country Security Specialist, Regional Security Specialists and Global Security Advisor;  In absence of Country Security Specialist, manage day-to-day security related matters; update personnel and dependents lists; provide reports; Ensure that personnel request appropriate security clearance for travel; Develop and maintain Business Continuity Plan. 7. Participate in inter-agency activities Represent UN Women in inter-agency meetings and working groups on operations issues to ensure UN Women's interests are reflected in common system activities related to common services and premises, cost recovery and cost sharing arrangements, privileges and immunities, entitlements and salary surveys, security etc; Liaise with UNDP and other UN agencies on operational issues, activities, and collaboration.  8. Contribute to knowledge sharing between the Country Office and RO Ensure knowledge is shared and adequately applied between the MCOs and RO in the region.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:Strong knowledge of operation, finance, procurement, human resources, ICT, and security systems and processes, particularly in the UN system is an asset; Ability to provide advice and support; Ability to lead formulation and monitoring of management projects; Ability to handle confidential information Good negotiating skills Strong IT skills.  Recruitment QualificationsEducation and Certification:Master's degree or equivalent in Business Administration, Public Administration, Finance, HR, 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. Experience:At least 5 years of progressive experience at the national or international level, in office management, operations or finance within the United Nations system; Experience in leading and building the capacities of Operations teams is required; Experience in working in a computer environment using multiple office software packages, experience in handling of web-based management systems and ERP systems, preferably Quantum, and Oracle Cloud is required; Experience of accrual accounting, IPSAS or IFRS is highly desirable;  Professional background in programming/ projects management would be advantageous. Experience working in the UN system in complex settings is desirable. LanguagesFluency 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.Under the overall guidance and daily supervision of the Operations Manager, with matrix reporting to HQ budget, the Budget Analyst is responsible for providing technical support to ensure the data completeness of labor distribution at the ECA Region as necessary, providing technical support to the ROM in the implementation of the new process for non-core post establishment, processing the GST tickets under the ECA RO and facilitating the timely update of the LD, providing coordination support with the HR team in effective position management in the system, coordinating monetization requests, providing helpdesk support services for the region and troubleshooting on unposted payroll, ensuring the data is complete for labor distribution to facilitate timely payroll posting, assisting Budget Section HQ in dedicated support, training, advice for Regional Office, Multi-Country Offices and COs.The Budget Analyst works in close collaboration with Budget Section HQ, Programme and Operations colleagues, teams at the country level, UNDP staff and Government officials ensuring high performance and efficiency.  Key Functions and Accountabilities: 1. Provide technical support and ensure the data completeness of labor distribution:Support the PM/Budget owner in the field offices in conducting the pre-payroll posting checklist exercises and provide additional support for those offices with substantial payroll errors. Check the monthly LD validation processes, identify weak points, and train the project associates to validate the funding and budget for labour distribution in Quantum. Promote continuous improvements by guiding PMs/Budget owners  to reflect realistic personnel costs and budget allocations for their project personnel. Train staff to enhance the order process efficiency for the labour distribution update once the WP is approved and the budget is baselined in the system.Conduct monthly data validation checks to identify inactive labour distribution and coordinate with the field offices for the timely creation of the LD. Conduct a final spot check before the payroll posting to identify missing LD and create the labour distribution.2. Support non-core post management:Provide technical support to ROM in the implementation of the new process for non-core post establishment. Review and analyze the validity of the project distribution (availability of funds and sufficiency of the budget) for all new non-core post-establishment requests. Verify that post-establishment requests align with the post-creation timeline. 3. Process the GST tickets and facilitate the timely updating of the LD: Review and update the COA for position and labour distribution in Quantum.Validate the project timeline and ensure it aligns with the position and LD.Confirm the award is valid, has sufficient funds/budget, and the budget line has been allocated for the personnel cost to cover the costs for the post extension.Verify that the task IDs are valid, and that cross-charges are enabled.Review and analyze the staff commitment, validate and ensure it complies with the required scales.4. Provide coordination support with the HR team in effective position management in the system:Monitor and ensure the position's end dates are aligned with the personnel contract timeline. 5. Provide technical support for the implementation and roll out of the Portfolio and Project Management Stream (PPM) on the Quantum ERP Cloud Solution: Support in ensuring data integrity through coordination of data clean up and migration needs review and analyses;Support with the development of data clean up and migration proposals Deliver data migration support for the Region Support the analysis and implementation of transitional arrangements Provide first level help desk and technical support for the region  for the PPM business stream in liaison with the Programme Management SpecialistEscalate unresolved issues to the proper channels.6. Support cost Recovery oversight:Monitor and support oversight of cost recovery - DPC.Collaborate with HQ DPC cell on questions and concerns regarding cost recovery.Ensure DPC is well incorporated in budgets for the new agreement.Participate in cost-recovery capacity building sessions and workshops in the region and the country offices Assist HQ DPC Cell in preparing the strengths and gaps analysis regarding DPCs collection within COs and at regional level. 7. Coordinate monetization requests:Assist in reviewing and processing monetization requests.Conduct quality checks of the monetization request before approval by RD.Maintain records and supporting documents (in GST) for all monetization requests for audit purposes.8. Coordinate with the RO field offices for personnel distribution management:Monitor and analyze the missing labor distribution and coordinate with the relevant field office to fix the issues.Build a collaborative links between the field office and HQ budget team for effective personnel distribution management.Coordinate and follow up with field offices to resolve payroll exception errors.Provide technical support and assistance for project/payroll distribution issues. 9. Contribute to knowledge management and capacity building:Support the delivery of training and webinars to end users in ECA region for the Portfolio and Project Management Stream (PPM)Provide advice and support to programme staff in preparation of complex budgets and respond to their queries.Provide guidance and training to UN Women staff on budget issues, processes and procedures. Serve as a helpdesk contact person for Quantum Budgetary Control Module and respond to queries relating to budgets.  10. Support training and capacity building:Contribute to the knowledge management function for Quantum ERP Cloud Solution Portfolio and Project Management Stream (PPM) in the ECA region.Identify and document best practices and lessons learned from the region and ensure dissemination with UN Women offices and partners.Provide technical inputs to relevant knowledge networks and communities of practice.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: N/A  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 Business Administration/Economics, or any relevant field  A first-level university degree in combination  with two additional years of qualifying experience may be accepted  in lieu of the advanced university  degreeExperience: At least 2 years of demonstrated experience in providing budget and finance management support to programmes/projects; Demonstrated experience using an ERP system is required.  Demonstrated experience at developing detailed budget reports for senior management is required. Demonstrated experience in supporting more than one office simultaneously is desirable. Demonstrated budget and finance 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.)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; empowerment of women; and achievement of equality between women and men as partners and beneficiaries of development, human rights, humanitarian action and peace and security. Placing women's rights at the centre of all its efforts, UN Women leads and coordinates United Nations system efforts to ensure that commitments on gender equality and gender mainstreaming translate into action throughout the world. It provides strong and coherent leadership in support of Member States' priorities and efforts, building effective partnerships with civil society and other relevant actors.  UN Women Albania is implementing its Strategic Note (SN) 2022-2026 which aims to ensure that "All Women and girls enjoy and exercise their human rights in a gender equal society and meaningfully contribute to Albania's sustainable and inclusive socio-economic development and EU integration". To achieve such result, UN Women is focusing on three outcomes, which mirror verbatim the areas of focus of the United Nations Albania:  Increased and more equitable investment in people to remove barriers and create opportunities for those at risk of exclusion.  Innovative and integrated policy solutions that accelerate sustainable, productive and inclusive development.  Gender-responsive governance that strengthens equality and non-discrimination.  As part of the implementation of its  Strategic Note, UN Women will continue support the Government of Albania to align its national legal and policy framework with international human rights standards on gender equality, as well as facilitating networking and exchanges of good practices and advocate for women's rights in all areas of life.  Description of ResponsibilitiesUnder the overall guidance of the Head of Programme, the intern will work in close collaboration with the Programme Team and specific project managers as relevant ensuring timely support in carrying out proper processes related to advancing the normative, programmatic and coordination work of the office as well as other cross-cutting areas of knowledge management, research, and analysis.The intern will be expected to undertake the following specific tasks:Support in review and research to contribute to programme development and knowledge management, on topics related to the thematic areas of work of UN Women in Albania (women's leadership and political participation, ending violence against women, gender-responsive national planning and budgeting, women's economic empowerment, women, peace and security) as well as on its normative and UN Coordination work;Support to the CO  SN Evaluation Process by facilitating meetings related to the evaluation process, including organizing logistics, taking minutes, and following up on action points; Conduct desk research and contribute to the collection, consolidation, and sharing of relevant products and documentation;Support to  CO Strategic Note Work Planning and Development by contributing to support of data collection and analysis for programme development; Assist in the drafting and review of briefs and internal notes; conduct research on thematic areas of UN Women's work in Albania, including:Support the office and program team in the  integration of gender equality in the EU integration processes, including desk review of EU gender-related acquis, support to programme initiatives linked to Albania's EU reform agenda, and preparation of background materials;Assist in the desk review of key programme documents and analysis of results.Compile information from different sources and produce analytical synopses; Collect information and data to be used for preparation of briefing notes, talking points, and reports as required; Support the production of presentations and other visual documents;Contribute to data entry and database updating/revising of programme related documents;Support preparations for CO activities and events; Support in editing and revision of reports, briefs, and other documents as needed;Support promoting effective knowledge management practices in the CO including by ensuring that shared platforms are up to date and effectively utilized by CO staff, and providing support to the implementation of other knowledge management activities;Support outreach and implementation of specific activities promoting youth;Support in additional tasks of the CO Programme Unit, as required.Learning objectives:Understand the mandate and working areas of UN Women and the UN system in Albania.Acquire knowledge and practical experience about issues related to gender equality and the empowerment of women;Enhance understanding of gender mainstreaming in national policy processes, EU integration frameworks, and UN coordination mechanisms, while developing skills in research, analysis, and communication within a dynamic inter-agency and government-focused environment.Strengthen analytical and research skills in thematic areas that are part of the CO's work;Exposure to the working environment of a UN Organization;Acquire teamwork skills in a multicultural environment. 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 research, writing, and organizational skills;Ability to work in diverse team settings;Ability to multi-task and address competing priorities; Ability to produce high-quality deliverables in a timely manner; Ability to work effectively in independent and collaborative settings; Ability to take initiatives, ask questions, and contribute substantively; Strong computer skills, including Word, Excel, and Power Point; QualificationsEducation:University studies in one of the following disciplines: gender studies, human rights, international relations, anthropology, political sciences, law or other relevant subjects is required. Meet one of the following: Be enrolled in a graduate school programme (second university degree or equivalent, or higher); Be enrolled in the final academic year of a first university degree programme (minimum Bachelor's level or equivalent); Have graduated with a university degree and, if selected, must commence the internship within a one-year period of graduation; or Be enrolled in a postgraduate professional traineeship program which is part of a degree programme and undertake the internship as part of the program requirements. Language:Fluency in English is required, both oral and written;Fluency in Albanian would be an asset. Renumeration: Interns who are not in receipt of financial support from other sources such as universities or other institutions will receive a stipend from UN Women to partially subsidize their basic living costs for the duration of the internship. Application Information: All applicants must submit a completed and signed UN Women Personal History Form (P11) with their application.Due to the high volume of applications received, we can ONLY contact successful candidates.Successful candidate will be required to provide proof of enrollment in a valid health insurance plan at the duty station of the internship, proof of school enrollment or degree, a scanned copy of their passport/national ID and a copy of a valid visa (as applicable).   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. Placing women's rights at the center of all its efforts, UN Women leads and coordinates United Nations system efforts to ensure that commitments on gender equality and gender mainstreaming translate into action throughout the world.   In this context, the Communications and Advocacy Division at UN Women Headquarters in New York, supports the positioning of women's empowerment and gender equality as key issues on the international agenda and establishes UN Women's role as the global authority. Under the overall guidance and direct supervision of the Deputy Chief, Communications & Advocacy (P5), the Media Relations Manager (P-4) is responsible for developing, managing, implementing and monitoring global media strategies and advising senior management on media positioning and reputational risk with a focus on UN Women's portfolio and dedicated campaigns. The incumbent provides high-level strategic advice to senior leadership on global media engagement, including during emergencies and politically sensitive situations. The Media Relations Manager leads a team of staff, including consultants and affiliate personnel, and provides expert guidance on media relations to UN Women communication staff globally. The role includes designing and executing media strategies for high-profile global moments, flagship reports, emergency responses, and reputational issues, working closely with HQ divisions, regional and country offices, and external partners. The incumbent plays a key leadership role in close coordination with the social media specialist and website editor, and as a key member of the wider UN Women communication and advocacy team. Key Functions and Accountabilities:1. Lead and Oversee Global Media Relations and Positioning for UN Women• Leads the development of a global media engagement strategy for UN Women in close cooperation with relevant internal stakeholders.• Oversees implementation, evaluation, and continuous improvement of the media engagement strategy.• Manages internal and external resources, including a global media team consisting of staff and consultants in different locations to plan and execute activities in a cost-efficient and effective manner.• Ensures that UN Women has a well-maintained and continually developed contact list of journalists and media outlets across all platforms – print, TV, radio, web, etc. – and a successful process of communicating and maintaining regular contact and collaboration with the media.• Develops, maintains, and updates media relations contact list/database.• Establishes, documents, reviews, and refines processes for media engagement, including press conferences, events, media materials, etc.• Collaborates with mass media through media activities, including press conferences, interviews, and facilitation of field visits.• Oversees media monitoring for UN Women; evaluates the reach, quality, and impact of media coverage and shares results and insights with leadership.• Maintains close collaboration with Regional and Country Communications Focal Points for effective overall coordination.• Coordinates with UN system partners and advises on inter-agency positioning and media response during crises.• Leads media engagement strategies in key strategic regions including North America and Europe.• Provides high-level strategic guidance to senior management on media positioning, reputational risk, global media trends, and emerging sensitive issues. 2. Oversee Development and Dissemination of Media Materials• Leads the development of high-quality media materials, including press releases, media advisories, Op-Eds, and media kits.• Coordinates the development of talking points on key programmatic areas for UN Women in close coordination with programme units.• Develops and pitches news and feature ideas and secures high-profile media coverage.• Ensures rapid and accurate information dissemination to media, partners, the field, and other appropriate audiences.• Proactively identifies news angles, packages, and pitches key content pieces to media; develops, distributes, and evaluates a variety of media materials in multiple, appropriate formats.• Ensures all media materials align with UN Women's brand and corporate priorities.• Reviews and clears all international media materials issued by regional and country offices to ensure political sensitivity and alignment with corporate messaging. 3. Design and Lead Global Media Campaigns• Designs, leads, and manages global media campaigns, working closely with regional offices, country offices, and UN Women national committees to generate positive coverage on UN Women's priority issues.• Supports regional and country office capacity to gather/facilitate content and coverage of relevant country efforts.• Identifies and promotes impactful programme activities and results.• Ensures regular communication and coordination with relevant communication focal points globally.• Provides high-level support to organize and lead press conferences, media briefings, and interviews for senior management.• Leads global media strategies around flagship publications, International Women's Day, UNGA, CSW, COP and other high-profile global moments. 4. Provide Strategic Guidance on Media Engagements• Advises on appropriate media engagement strategies, weighing reputational risk, audience, timing, and reach.• Leads on reputational risk assessment and proactive mitigation strategies, supporting crisis communications in close coordination with senior management.• Advises and supports UN Women Spokespeople, including senior leadership, in media interactions.• Provides technical guidance on media relations to regional and field offices.• Coordinates rapid response strategies during emergencies and politically sensitive events.• Advises senior management on strategic media engagement during high-stakes issues.• Serves as an organizational spokesperson as requested. 5. Strengthen Capacity and Build Partnerships• Advises UN Women management and personnel on all aspects of media relations communication as needed.• Identifies and addresses opportunities for building media relations capacity among Communications Community of Practice, media, and other relevant partners.• Advises on media engagement strategies and implications for action and policies proposed.• Leads the design and delivery of media training for UN Women staff and partners.• Identifies opportunities to strengthen media relations capacity through appropriate advocacy and communication training.• Fosters partnerships with key media stakeholders, external partners, and donors to enhance media engagement efforts.• Leads strategic briefings with journalists and editors to promote UN Women's visibility.• Designs specialized media training and simulations for senior UN Women spokespeople. 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 ResponsibilitiesThe incumbent leads and supervises the media team, including staff, consultants, and affiliate personnel. The incumbent also manages media-related budgets and oversees planning and performance monitoring of global media activities. 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:Demonstrated in-depth understanding of media relations, including state-of-the art methodologies and tools.Superior writing and editing skills, especially under time pressure.Demonstrated stakeholder engagement and networking skills with internal and external audiences.Experience in reputational risk mitigation and management.Demonstrated experience in shaping global media agendas.Initiative and sound judgment. Strong news sense and active following of global news.Recruitment Qualifications:Education and Certification:Advanced university degree in communications, journalism, public relations, international relations, or other related discipline. 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 relevant experience in media relations at the international level is required.In-depth understanding of different media markets is required.Experience in designing and implementing effective media relations strategies on complex development issues is required.Experience in producing content for a global news media audience is required. Demonstrated experience in working with journalists from top-tier international media across sectors, channels and geographies and achieving impactful news and feature coverage is required. Demonstrated experience in designing global media campaigns is required.Experience in using professional media monitoring software and mass mailing tools required. Experience in international development, gender equality and the empowerment of women, human rights, humanitarian action is desirable.Active personal network of media contacts is desirable.Embraces modern methods of PR and media management is desirable.Languages:Fluency in English is required.Knowledge of other UN Language (Russian, Arabic, Chinese) is desirable. Knowledge of French or Spanish is considered an asset.    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. 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