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The Position:The Programme Specialist, HDP Nexus, is located in the UNFPA Philippines Country Office. The Specialist plays a pivotal role in strengthening the integration of humanitarian, development, and peace approaches within UNFPA Philippines' Country Programme (CPD9, 2025–2029). The incumbent supports the design, implementation, and monitoring of programmes that strengthen resilience and bridge humanitarian action  with  long-term development efforts and peacebuilding objectives, particularly in fragile and conflict-affected settings such as the Bangsamoro Autonomous Region in Muslim Mindanao (BARMM) and disaster-prone areas.The Specialist reports to the Assistant Representative and works under the overall supervision of the UNFPA Representative, collaborating closely with the thematic programme teams (SRHR, Gender/GBV, Adolescents and Youth, Population, etc.) and the Humanitarian Coordination Team.  How you can make a difference:UNFPA is the lead United Nations agency for delivering a world where every pregnancy is intended, every childbirth is safe, and every young person's potential is fulfilled. The UNFPA Strategic Plan for 2026-2029 articulates the organization's response to a complex global environment, providing a roadmap for resilience and renewal. It is designed to accelerate the implementation of the Programme of Action of the International Conference on Population and Development (ICPD) and the achievement of the Sustainable Development Goals by 2030. This mandate is pursued through a focus on four interconnected outcomes: ending the unmet need for family planning; ending preventable maternal deaths; ending gender-based violence and harmful practices; and adapting to demographic change through evidence and rights-based policies. In a world where fundamental human rights are at risk, we need principled and ethical staff, who embody these international norms and standards and who will defend them courageously and with full conviction. UNFPA is seeking candidates who transform, inspire, and deliver high-impact and sustained results and ensure effective external relations, communications, and partnership-building and resource mobilization in a rapidly changing development and funding landscape. We need staff who are transparent, exceptional in how they manage the resources entrusted to them, and who commit to delivering excellence in programme results.Job Purpose:The Programme Specialist, HDP Nexus, provides strategic technical and programmatic leadership to strengthen the humanitarian-development-peace continuum in UNFPA Philippines' Country Programme. The incumbent supports the integration of risk-informed development, resilience building, humanitarian preparedness and response, recovery, and peacebuilding across programme areas to advance and safeguard the rights and choices of women, girls, and young people.The Specialist enhances the Country Office's capacity to anticipate and manage risks, strengthen systems, and promote community and institutional resilience. This includes supporting disaster risk reduction, conflict-sensitive programming, and the localization of both humanitarian and development action. The position also ensures linkages with national frameworks such as the Humanitarian Country Team (HCT), the UN Sustainable Development Cooperation Framework (UNSDCF), and the Government's peace and resilience agenda.You would be responsible for:Programme Management and Integration of the HDP NexusLead the integration of the HDP nexus approach across UNFPA programme areas, ensuring coherence between humanitarian action, risk-informed and climate-resilient development, and peacebuilding efforts at national and subnational levels.Provide technical guidance and quality assurance for the design, implementation, and monitoring of programmes in line with CPD9 and national priorities, and relevant humanitarian and development frameworksSupport evidence-based programming by assessing vulnerabilities, risks and barriers, and identifying opportunities for resilience building, particularly for women, adolescents, and marginalized groups, including climate-related demographic risks and the implications of climate impacts on SRHR and GBV services.Generate innovative approaches to operationalize the HDP nexuslinking humanitarian preparedness, anticipatory and early action, gender-responsive recovery, systems strengthening, accountability to affected populations (AAP) and localization.Facilitate effective use of population data, risk analytics, and gender-responsive evidence to inform nexus planning and decision-making.Monitor financial and programmatic performance of nexus-related interventions, ensuring timely, accountable and high-quality delivery.Humanitarian Coordination and Technical SupportServe as UNFPA's focal point for humanitarian preparedness and response, ensuring coordination and alignment with the Humanitarian Country Team and relevant cluster mechanisms (Health, Protection/GBV, SRHR), while strengthening linkages with early recovery, resilience, and development actors.Facilitate rapid assessments, mapping of partners, development of contingency and response plans, and contribute to anticipatory and early action planning, in coordination with government and UN counterparts.Contribute to inter-agency coordination on humanitarian and early recovery, promoting conflict-sensitive, gender-responsive, and risk-informed approaches to ensure UNFPA mandate areas (SRHR, GBV, A&Y) are integrated into multisectoral responses.Support national and local partners to strengthen institutional capacities in preparedness, response, and disaster risk reduction, including through localization, systems strengthening and alignment with national resilience and peacebuilding frameworks.Ensure accountability to affected populations (AAP) and protection mainstreaming across humanitarian and nexus interventions.Advocacy, Policy, and PartnershipsAdvocate for the inclusion of SRHR, GBV, and gender equality priorities in national disaster management, peacebuilding, climate adaptation and recovery frameworks, as well as in relevant development policies and plans.Contribute to evidence-based policy dialogue with government, donors, and humanitarian actors to strengthen nexus-oriented planning and financing.Support resource mobilization efforts through the development of donor proposals, briefs, and concept notes on resilience, recovery, anticipatory action and nexus programming.Contribute to situation reports, annual reports, donor reports, and visibility materials related to humanitarian and nexus work, ensuring alignment with national priorities and UNFPA's strategic positioning.Build strategic partnerships with national agencies (e.g., NDRRMC, BARMM ministries), CSOs, academia, and development partners to operationalize a coordinated HDP agenda, including localization and sustained engagement with women-led and youth-led organizations.Knowledge Management and Capacity DevelopmentDocument lessons learned, best practices, and innovative models of nexus programming, and facilitate their dissemination within UNFPA and among partners, ensuring linkages to national and regional learning platformsBuild capacity of CO staff and partners on humanitarian principles, nexus integration, and risk-informed programming.Maintain close liaison with APRO and HQ on global humanitarian and nexus initiatives to ensure contextual application in the Philippines.Ensure UNFPA participation in regional learning networks and knowledge exchanges on resilience and HDP integration, including communities of practice related to DRR, peacebuilding, accountability to affected populations and anticipatory action.Reporting and RepresentationRepresent UNFPA in inter-agency humanitarian and nexus coordination fora, ensuring strong articulation of SRHR, GBV, adolescents and youth, gender equality, and resilience priorities across humanitarian, development, and peacebuilding platforms.Perform other duties as required by the Representative or Assistant Representative.Qualifications and Experience: Education:  Advanced university degree in public health, international relations, gender, development studies, humanitarian affairs, or a related field.Knowledge and Experience: Minimum five (5) years of progressively responsible experience in humanitarian and/or nexus programming, including experience in fragile, conflict-affected, or disaster-prone settings, required.Demonstrated expertise in programme design, implementation, and monitoring using a resilience or HDP framework, required.Experience in inter-agency coordination and familiarity with IASC humanitarian architecture, required.Proven track record of policy engagement and partnership building with government, UN agencies, and civil society, desired.Knowledge of SRHR, GBV, gender, and youth programming in humanitarian contexts is required.Experience with the UN system or international organizations is desirable.Languages: Fluency in English required; knowledge of another UN language is desirable. Required Competencies: Values:Exemplifying integrity, Demonstrating commitment to UNFPA and the UN system, Embracing cultural diversity, Embracing changeCore Competencies: Achieving results,Being accountable,Developing and applying professional expertise/business acumen,Thinking analytically and strategically,Working in teams/managing ourselves and our relationshipsFunctional Competencies:Advocacy/advancing a policy-oriented agendaLeveraging national partnerships and building strategic alliancesDelivering results-based programmesInternal and external communication and advocacy for results mobilizationPromoting resilience and risk-informed developmentManagerial Competencies:Providing strategic focus,Engaging in internal/external partners and stakeholders,Leading, developing and empowering people, creating a culture of performanceMaking decisions and exercising judgment. Compensation and Benefits:This position offers an attractive remuneration package including a competitive net salary plus health insurance and other benefits as applicable.UNFPA Work Environment:UNFPA provides a work environment that reflects the values of gender equality, diversity, integrity and healthy work-life balance. We are committed to ensuring gender parity in the organization and therefore encourage women to apply. Individuals from the LGBTQIA+ community, minority ethnic groups, indigenous populations, persons with disabilities, and other underrepresented groups are highly encouraged to apply. Reasonable accommodation may be provided to applicants with disabilities upon request, to support their participation in the recruitment process. UNFPA promotes equal opportunities in terms of appointment, training, compensation and selection for all regardless of personal characteristics and dimensions of diversity. Diversity, Equity and Inclusion is at the heart of UNFPA's workforce - click here to learn more.Disclaimer:Selection and appointment may be subject to background and reference checks, medical clearance, visa issuance and other administrative requirements. UNFPA does not charge any application, processing, training, interviewing, testing or other fee in connection with the application or recruitment process and does not concern itself with information on applicants' bank accounts. Applicants for positions in the international Professional and higher categories, who hold permanent resident status in a country other than their country of nationality, may be required to renounce such status upon their appointment.       ______________________________________________________________________ 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.______________________________________________________________________ 

The Position:This position is located in the Facilities and Administrative Services Branch (FASB) within the Division for Management Services (DMS). FASB provides and oversees a broad range of support services relating to facilities and asset management, travel, mail & pouch and administrative/general services for both Headquarters and Field Offices. The term Field Offices includes all offices located outside of Headquarters including Regional/Sub-Regional Offices, Liaison Offices and Country Offices. The incumbent reports directly to the Chief of the Branch and supervises 2 Professional and 4 General Service staff.The incumbent maintains professional contacts with staff at UNFPA-Headquarters, Development Coordination Office (DCO), UNDP and other agencies together with field based colleagues. Provides professional support, analyses, clarification, and information and maintains regular contact with staff, within and outside the Organization as may be required. How you can make a difference:UNFPA is the lead United Nations agency for delivering a world where every pregnancy is intended, every childbirth is safe, and every young person's potential is fulfilled. The UNFPA Strategic Plan for 2026-2029 articulates the organization's response to a complex global environment, providing a roadmap for resilience and renewal. It is designed to accelerate the implementation of the Programme of Action of the International Conference on Population and Development (ICPD) and the achievement of the Sustainable Development Goals by 2030. This mandate is pursued through a focus on four interconnected outcomes: ending the unmet need for family planning; ending preventable maternal deaths; ending gender-based violence and harmful practices; and adapting to demographic change through evidence and rights-based policies. In a world where fundamental human rights are at risk, we need principled and ethical staff, who embody these international norms and standards and who will defend them courageously and with full conviction.UNFPA is seeking candidates who transform, inspire, and deliver high-impact and sustained results and ensure effective external relations, communications, and partnership-building and resource mobilization in a rapidly changing development and funding landscape. We need staff who are transparent, exceptional in how they manage the resources entrusted to them, and who commit to delivering excellence in programme results.  Job Purpose:Reporting to the Chief of the Facilities and Administrative Services Branch, the Section Chief provides leadership and supervision in the areas of Facilities and Asset Management globally.The primary roles are specifically:a)  Formulate and implement a comprehensive strategy to optimize, develop, and maintain UNFPA's office premises;b)  Endorse and coordinate Field Office relocations/alterations/renovations/constructions;c)  Develop and implement relevant policies and procedures;d)  Represent UNFPA as required on various inter-agency working groups, specifically in the UNSDG Task Team on Common Premises (TTCP);e)  Coordinate financial data related to fixed assets and leases;f)  Oversee and manage the asset management and lease management function. You would be responsible for:a)  Provide strategic guidance and leadership in the area of facilities managementDevelop and maintain, with the assistance of a team of professionals and specialists, a comprehensive set of policies and procedures for the area of facilities management.Interpret, provide guidance and monitor compliance with all such policies and procedures.Identify needs for new or modified policies and procedures; review and initiate action as may be required.Oversee and ensure an accurate and up to date database of all UNFPA premises.b)  Development and implementation of a UNFPA strategy for all facilities/premisesMonitor and review facilities/premises needs for UNFPA Field Offices and HQ and provide solutions in order to ensure cost effective, efficient and adequate UNFPA premises.Develop and implement norms and standards for all UNFPA Offices, taking into account developments at the inter-agency level.Review and endorse Field Office requests for relocation and/or alterations/renovation/construction works if it is determined to be in the interest of UNFPA.Analyze pros and cons of Field Office moves and advise Field Offices accordingly.Advise Field Offices on UNFPA norms & standards and their application.Manage, coach, and advise the Space Planner and Facilities Management Associates (Field Offices and HQ) Oversee the expenditures for Field Office moves including any required renovation and alteration works.Review and advise on leases and Memoranda of Understanding and Agreement to ensure compliance with UN/UNSDG standards and UNFPA requirements.Analyze the utilization and functioning of premises, and forecast needs and requirementsc)  Provide guidance, support, and oversight for management of building facilities and equipment at Headquarters and provide technical expertise for UNFPA premises globally.Manage leases for office accommodation; negotiate terms and extensions with landlord/s.  Compare and analyse alternative lease offers in the event that new premises must be found.Provide space management services in consultation with the requesting Divisions/Units.Provide technical advice on premises at all UNFPA locations in the event of renovation, relocation, construction, etc.Review proposals and provide guidance for procurement and implementation of programme-funded construction projects, and make recommendations for senior management approval of such proposals in line with PPM.Provide guidance on common premises in context of UN reform.Coordinate general liability insurance with UN insurance unit.d)  Represent UNFPA in the Interagency Task Team on Common Premises (or relevant other forum)Undertake preparatory work and anticipate discussions in the TTCP; represent UNFPA as principal in Task Team discussions.Ensure that UNFPA's interests are taken into account in TTCP decisions and that they are in line with UN reform policy.Develop and research background information, and make cases for the most favorable position for UNFPA in the TTCP. Manage the Reserve for Field Accommodation funding or its successorParticipate in discussions on UN Reform issues related to common premises.e)  Coordinate financial data related to fixed assets and leasesEnsure accurate and up to date lease data is submitted to Finance Branch for year end closureEnsure accurate and up to date fixed asset data is submitted to Finance Branch for year end closureEnsure other relevant financial data is submitted timely and accurately to the Finance Branch as required. f)  Provide strategic guidance and leadership in the area of fixed asset management and lease managementDevelop and maintain, with the assistance of a team of professionals and specialists, a comprehensive set of policies and procedures for fixed asset management; Ensure that policies & procedures are practical and usable in the day-to-day businessIdentify needs for new or modified policies and procedures; review and initiate action as may be required;Manage UNFPA's lease database and ensure through supervision of staff members that data is accurate and up to date at all times;Oversee the identification of leases where UNFPA is the lessor;Ensure accurate data is provided in the required form for lease accounting purposesCoordinate with internal and external stakeholders as required.g)  Other duties Represent UNFPA as required on various inter-agency working groups such as International Network of Facilities Managers (INFM).Serve as acting or replacement Chief of Branch as required; andPerform any other activity as required in order to assure the success of the work team in support of the UNFPA mandate and strategy.Qualifications and Experience: Education:  Advanced University Degree in Architecture, Engineering, Business Administration, or any other relevant discipline. Knowledge and Experience: Minimum seven (7) years of progressively responsible experience in real estate and facilities management operations in a multi-cultural environment.Knowledge of basic engineering, architecture, real estate or facilities management practices and techniques.Experience with ERP and general IT-knowledge (including data base entry, data maintenance and reporting) required.Experience in leading small but high performing teams.Languages: Fluency in written and spoken English is required. Knowledge of another official UN language an asset.Required Competencies: Values:Exemplifying integrity, Demonstrating commitment to UNFPA and the UN system, Embracing cultural diversity, Embracing changeCore Competencies: Achieving results,Being accountable,Developing and applying professional expertise/business acumen,Thinking analytically and strategically,Working in teams/managing ourselves and our relationships,Communicating for impactFunctional Competencies:Working in teams,Self-management/Emotional Intelligence,Communication,Analytical and Strategic Thinking,Results orientation/Commitment to excellence,Appropriate and transparent decision making,Knowledge sharing/Continuous learningManagerial Competencies:Providing strategic vision and focus,Engaging internal / external partners and stakeholders,Leading, developing and empowering people / creating a culture of performance,Making decisions and exercising judgment,Performance Management.Compensation and Benefits:This position offers an attractive remuneration package including a competitive net salary plus health insurance and other benefits as applicable.UNFPA Work Environment:UNFPA provides a work environment that reflects the values of gender equality, diversity, integrity and healthy work-life balance. We are committed to ensuring gender parity in the organization and therefore encourage women to apply. Individuals from the LGBTQIA+ community, minority ethnic groups, indigenous populations, persons with disabilities, and other underrepresented groups are highly encouraged to apply. Reasonable accommodation may be provided to applicants with disabilities upon request, to support their participation in the recruitment process. UNFPA promotes equal opportunities in terms of appointment, training, compensation and selection for all regardless of personal characteristics and dimensions of diversity. Diversity, Equity and Inclusion is at the heart of UNFPA's workforce - click here to learn more. Disclaimer:Selection and appointment may be subject to background and reference checks, medical clearance, visa issuance and other administrative requirements. UNFPA does not charge any application, processing, training, interviewing, testing or other fee in connection with the application or recruitment process and does not concern itself with information on applicants' bank accounts. Applicants for positions in the international Professional and higher categories, who hold permanent resident status in a country other than their country of nationality, may be required to renounce such status upon their appointment.        ______________________________________________________________________ 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.______________________________________________________________________ 

The Position:The Supply Chain Specialist holds overall responsibility for UNFPA's activities in the areas of procurement and logistics. They respond to  the significant procurement and contracting needs of the UNFPA Country office across the humanitarian-recovery-development nexus. How you can make a difference:UNFPA is the lead UN agency for delivering a world where every pregnancy is wanted, every childbirth is safe and every young person's potential is fulfilled.  UNFPA's strategic plan (2022-2025), reaffirms the relevance of the current strategic direction of UNFPA and focuses on three transformative results: to end preventable maternal deaths; end unmet need for family planning; and end gender-based violence and harmful practices. These results capture our strategic commitments on accelerating progress towards realizing the ICPD and SDGs in the Decade of Action leading up to 2030. Our strategic plan calls upon UN Member States, organizations and individuals to "build forward better", while addressing the negative impacts of the Covid-19 pandemic on women's and girls' access to sexual and reproductive health and reproductive rights, recover lost gains and realize our goals.In a world where fundamental human rights are at risk, we need principled and ethical staff, who embody these international norms and standards, and who will defend them courageously and with full conviction.UNFPA is seeking candidates that transform, inspire and deliver high impact and sustained results; we need staff who are transparent, exceptional in how they manage the resources entrusted to them and who commit to deliver excellence in programme results. Job Purpose:UNFPA in Ukraine is implementing a new Country Programme (2025-2029) reflecting a strong nexus approach, bridging immediate humanitarian response with recovery and long term development. This positions UNFPA to address urgent needs today while also contributing to sustainable systems strengthening and resilience now and into the future.Under the overall guidance of the Deputy Representative and the direct supervision of the International Operations Manager, the Supply Chain Specialist is responsible for management of the  Procurement and Logistic team, effective delivery of procurement services in order to obtain the best value for money for the country office  with high procurement volume. The Supply Chain Specialist will ensure and provide solutions to a wide spectrum of complex issues related to procurement and logistics. You would be responsible for:A. Manage and coordinate the Country Office procurement and logistics servicesEnsure that all procurement actions are undertaken in accordance with UNFPA's Procurement Principles and prevailing UNFPA Policies and Procedures.Provide advice to the Country Office for forecasting, procurement planning and in-country logistics management.Lead Procurement activities in Emergency contexts -upon approval of relevant Emergency Policies and  Procedures- by providing timely feedback on queries related to policy interpretation, approval of solicitation documents, clearance and submission of Emergency CRC cases, etc.Ensure full compliance of procurement activities with UNFPA rules, regulations, policies and strategies; elaboration of the effective internal control, proper design and functioning of a client-oriented procurement management system.Elaborate and implement cost saving and reduction strategies.Elaborate and implement contract strategy, including tendering processes and evaluation, contractor appraisal, evaluation and negotiation of offers, management of the contract and contractor, legal considerations and payment conditions, risk assessment.Elaboration and implementation of strategic procurement, including sourcing strategy, supplier selection and evaluation, quality management, customer relationship management, e- procurement introduction and promotion, performance measurement.Prepare the procurement plans for the country Office, establish the deadlines and monitor their implementation.Establish and implement proper monitoring system and control of procurement processes including organisation of RFQ, ITB or RFP, receipt and evaluation of quotations, bids or proposals, negotiate certain conditions of contracts in full compliance with UNFPA rules and regulation.Prepare certification of submissions to the Contract review committees.Manage the implementation of the procurement processes monitoring system and mechanisms to eliminate deficiencies in procurement.Develop supply/logistics strategies in support of the Emergency Response Plans, including Supply and Distribution Plans, Logistics Plans and implementation plans.Participate in programme response planning, and advice on logistics considerations.Ensure funds availability for warehousing, movement and distribution.Conduct advanced Pipeline planning to match logistical assets to needs and/or avail needed logistical assets.Ensure regular and timely transmission of pipeline, logistics monitoring information, stock levels and distribution status to programmes and Supply section at all levels.Ensure appropriate planning, implementation, monitoring and evaluation of logistics operations. Establish and maintain logistics plans and delivery plans in addition to supply availability plans.B. Quality Technical Support and Capacity DevelopmentProvide strategic and technical guidance on procurement activities, overseeing all international and local procurement assignments throughout the Procurement Cycle, from planning to suppliers performance evaluation. Provide information, technical advice and guidance on all aspects of procurement including reproductive health commodities and on specifications, procurement activities, processes and procedures, co-operating agencies and external RH commodity and population partners.Promote local capacity building in local and international procurement and logistics as well as procurement for humanitarian response.Ensure the uptake of generic reproductive health commodities is in line with UNFPA's guidelines.Contributes to audit exercise of Country Offices (as needed).Perform compliance-related spot-checks to ensure adherence to regulations and rules, as well as with the relevant contract award authority.Share the knowledge and experience with the local team. Identify priorities in the procurement plan to ensure requirements are processed in an efficient and cost effective manner.Carry out any other duties as may be required by UNFPA leadership. Qualifications and Experience: Education:  An advanced degree (minimum Master's degree or equivalent) in Economics, Law, Public Administration, Commerce, Business Administration, Accounting, Procurement or related field required.Procurement accreditation by recognized learning institutes such as CIPS is an asset.Knowledge and Experience: A minimum of 5 years of progressively responsible experience in supply chain management or related areas is required.Good knowledge of humanitarian response.Good knowledge of IT-tools such as Windows office packages required. Knowledge of PeopleSoft or similar Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) systems is an asset.Good understanding of the UN working environment including financial framework and procedures is highly desirable.Good understanding of international trade laws and treaties is an asset.Languages: Fluency in English is required.  Required Competencies: Values:Exemplifying integrity, Demonstrating commitment to UNFPA and the UN system, Embracing cultural diversity, Embracing changeCore Competencies: Achieving results,Being accountable,Developing and applying professional expertise/business acumen,Thinking analytically and strategically,Working in teams/managing ourselves and our relationships,Communicating for impactFunctional Competencies:Job knowledge/technical expertise,Providing procurement services,Providing logistical support,Managing data, information and workflow,Planning, organizing and multitasking,Supporting financial data analysis Compensation and Benefits:This position offers an attractive remuneration package including a competitive net salary plus health insurance and other benefits as applicable. UNFPA Work Environment:UNFPA provides a work environment that reflects the values of gender equality, diversity, integrity and healthy work-life balance. We are committed to ensuring gender parity in the organization and therefore encourage women to apply. Individuals from the LGBTQIA+ community, minority ethnic groups, indigenous populations, persons with disabilities, and other underrepresented groups are highly encouraged to apply. Reasonable accommodation may be provided to applicants with disabilities upon request, to support their participation in the recruitment process. UNFPA promotes equal opportunities in terms of appointment, training, compensation and selection for all regardless of personal characteristics and dimensions of diversity. Diversity, Equity and Inclusion is at the heart of UNFPA's workforce - click here to learn more. Disclaimer:Selection and appointment may be subject to background and reference checks, medical clearance, visa issuance and other administrative requirements. UNFPA does not charge any application, processing, training, interviewing, testing or other fee in connection with the application or recruitment process and does not concern itself with information on applicants' bank accounts. Applicants for positions in the international Professional and higher categories, who hold permanent resident status in a country other than their country of nationality, may be required to renounce such status upon their appointment.        ______________________________________________________________________ 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.______________________________________________________________________ 

The Position:The Communication Specialist  will work in close collaboration with  country office staff, implementing  partners, and other agencies to implement  UNFPA's Communications Plan by supporting and  delivering a range of communications activities, providing research and analysis, and  prioritizing effectively. The Communication Specialist is responsible to ensure that UNFPA can deliver operational excellence in the area of communications in Ukraine.  How you can make a difference:UNFPA is the lead UN agency for delivering a world where every pregnancy is wanted, every childbirth is safe and every young person's potential is fulfilled.  UNFPA's strategic plan (2022-2025), reaffirms the relevance of the current strategic direction of UNFPA and focuses on three transformative results: to end preventable maternal deaths; end unmet need for family planning; and end gender-based violence and harmful practices. These results capture our strategic commitments on accelerating progress towards realizing the ICPD and SDGs in the Decade of Action leading up to 2030. Our strategic plan calls upon UN Member States, organizations and individuals to "build forward better", while addressing the negative impacts of the Covid-19 pandemic on women's and girls' access to sexual and reproductive health and reproductive rights, recover lost gains and realize our goals.In a world where fundamental human rights are at risk, we need principled and ethical staff, who embody these international norms and standards, and who will defend them courageously and with full conviction.UNFPA is seeking candidates that transform, inspire and deliver high impact and sustained results; we need staff who are transparent, exceptional in how they manage the resources entrusted to them and who commit to deliver excellence in programme results. Job Purpose:UNFPA in Ukraine new Country Programme Document (2025-2029) reflects a strong nexus approach, bridging immediate humanitarian response with recovery and long-term development. This positions UNFPA to address urgent needs today while also contributing to human development and sustainable systems strengthening now and into the future.Under the overall guidance and supervision of the UNFPA Country Representative, the Communication Specialist will deliver a range of communications activities, providing research and analysis, and prioritizing effectively. The Specialist is responsible to ensure that UNFPA in Ukraine can  deliver operational excellence in the area of communications. You would be responsible for:A. Manage and coordinate the Office's communication activitiesLead on developing  communications plans to  guide UNFPA's communication activities.Provide public information support to the Country  Office, including preparing written materials, talking points, articles, and press releases. Draft and/or contribute to regular UNFPA snapshots, regional SitReps,  and OCHA SitReps in line with required formats. B. Represent and EngageRepresent UNFPA in key communications meetings. Engage with electronic and print media sources. Establish close working relationships with the UN Country Team and communication officers to identify communication synergies. Serve as the UNFPA focal point for the UN Communications Group. Assist with resource mobilization activities related to  communications. C. Strengthen Capacity and SkillsSupport capacity strengthening of UNFPA staff on all communication aspects. Provide advice and guidance to ensure activities meet desired standards of consistency, quality, and impact, including the design and  review of training materials. Supervise, coach and support national communication staff. As such act as a point of referral and support their development. D. Content Creation and Media OutreachProvide timely and field-driven content, including print and video  stories, and social media for UNFPA's regional and global websites and Voices.  Identify UNFPA stories of interest and proactively pitch them to  national, regional, and global press corps. Carry out any other duties as may be required by UNFPA Country  Office leadership.  Qualifications and Experience: Education:  Advanced University degree in Journalism, International Relations, Public Relations,  Communications, Political science, Advertising, or another relevant field. Knowledge and Experience: At least 5 years of experience in communications or journalism. At least 3 years of field experience in humanitarian and emergency settings. UN common system knowledge and experience is desirable.Languages: Fluency in English, working knowledge of other languages especially Ukrainian or Russian is  desirable Required Competencies: Values:Exemplifying integrity, Demonstrating commitment to UNFPA and the UN system, Embracing cultural diversity, Embracing changeCore Competencies: Achieving results,Being accountable,Developing and applying professional expertise/business acumen,Thinking analytically and strategically,Working in teams/managing ourselves and our relationships,Communicating for impactFunctional Competencies:Conceptual analysis in the provision of technical  expertise – developing innovative and creative  approaches. Leveraging the resources of national governments and partners, and building strategic alliances and partnerships – identifying and building partnerships. Job knowledge and expertise – in depth knowledge of their discipline Compensation and Benefits:This position offers an attractive remuneration package including a competitive net salary plus health insurance and other benefits as applicable.UNFPA Work Environment:UNFPA provides a work environment that reflects the values of gender equality, diversity, integrity and healthy work-life balance. We are committed to ensuring gender parity in the organization and therefore encourage women to apply. Individuals from the LGBTQIA+ community, minority ethnic groups, indigenous populations, persons with disabilities, and other underrepresented groups are highly encouraged to apply. Reasonable accommodation may be provided to applicants with disabilities upon request, to support their participation in the recruitment process. UNFPA promotes equal opportunities in terms of appointment, training, compensation and selection for all regardless of personal characteristics and dimensions of diversity. Diversity, Equity and Inclusion is at the heart of UNFPA's workforce - click here to learn more.Disclaimer:Selection and appointment may be subject to background and reference checks, medical clearance, visa issuance and other administrative requirements. UNFPA does not charge any application, processing, training, interviewing, testing or other fee in connection with the application or recruitment process and does not concern itself with information on applicants' bank accounts. Applicants for positions in the international Professional and higher categories, who hold permanent resident status in a country other than their country of nationality, may be required to renounce such status upon their appointment.       ______________________________________________________________________ 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.______________________________________________________________________ 

The Position:You will manage the interface between business units and the Human Resources function in UNFPA by providing strategic HR Client services and driving HR programs and initiatives in your client area.You will report to the Deputy HR Director.How you can make a difference:UNFPA is the lead United Nations agency for delivering a world where every pregnancy is intended, every childbirth is safe, and every young person's potential is fulfilled. The UNFPA Strategic Plan for 2026-2029 articulates the organization's response to a complex global environment, providing a roadmap for resilience and renewal. It is designed to accelerate the implementation of the Programme of Action of the International Conference on Population and Development (ICPD) and the achievement of the Sustainable Development Goals by 2030. This mandate is pursued through a focus on four interconnected outcomes: ending the unmet need for family planning; ending preventable maternal deaths; ending gender-based violence and harmful practices; and adapting to demographic change through evidence and rights-based policies. In a world where fundamental human rights are at risk, we need principled and ethical staff, who embody these international norms and standards and who will defend them courageously and with full conviction.UNFPA is seeking candidates who transform, inspire, and deliver high-impact and sustained results and ensure effective external relations, communications, and partnership-building and resource mobilization in a rapidly changing development and funding landscape. We need staff who are transparent, exceptional in how they manage the resources entrusted to them, and who commit to delivering excellence in programme results.Job Purpose:The HR Business Partner (HRBP) is a key member of the global HR team and facilitates the identification and meeting of the Human Resource needs and objectives of the organization in the client area (Region/HQ) supporting the effective implementation of the Human Resources aspects of the UNFPA Strategic Plan. The HRBP maintains an effective level of business acumen and aligns HR initiatives and programs to support the clients' business objectives. The HRBP manages the business-HR interface and guides client managers in applying HR policies and practices effectively and equitably, also invites them to contribute to development of policies and HR initiatives in support of new and evolving ways of doing business. The HRBP will ensure delivery of timely, client focused HR support in a spirit of partnership with the business. In close collaboration with the HR Programme manager, you will lead and coordinate the efficient, consistent implementation of key HR processes in the above Regions. You will strengthen the team's ability to provide value-adding advice to managers and staff regarding policy application in all areas of Human Resources.You will supervise a team of Human Resources Specialists and Assistants who support managers and staff based in the field. Together with the Deputy Director, Client Services the Regional HR Business Partner will be responsible for ensuring that the delivery of HR services globally meets clients' expectations with regard to efficiency and consistency. The position is a rotational and roster post.The HRBP works with Client managers, including Directors and Representatives or equivalent level, and staff at all levels in the country offices and in New York, and participates in Regional/Division leadership/management teams. You will also work closely with other DHR Units, Legal, Staff Association, the Ombuds Office, and the Ethics Office, as well as other relevant networks within the UN system and other major international organizations to find synergies, benchmark and promote the progress in modernizing HR policies and practices.You would be responsible for: 1. Policy Advice:Serve as the lead interlocutor with the Policy Adviser on compelling business cases for new or revised policies, based on consultation with, guidance to, and/or feedback from, other HR Business Partners;Advise staff and managers on HR policies, guidelines, and practices;Provide quality advice to develop innovative HR approaches and solutions to complex problems;Manage the implementation of HR policies and practices by managers, HR Focal Points and other non-HR staff involved in implementation of HR policies and processes at the local level providing timely technical advice, guidance, follow-up and training as appropriate.2. Performance and Staff Development:As a senior member of the DHR Team provides strategic advice on performance management and career development systems to HR Programmes.Manage the implementation of all corporate talent management programmes, while ensuring local relevance (performance, talent reviews, succession, global mobility, staff development) and initiatives in the client area working closely with the Specialists in the HR Programmes Unit;In collaboration with the Programmes Unit, support leadership in strengthening the links between individual performance and delivery of strategic priorities, and effective management of under-performance; advise staff on career development, and support client managers in continuously building up and developing their people management capabilities;Take the lead in identifying, assessing and resolving issues, problems, and conflicts at the Regional and CO levels, including guidance on informal and formal avenues of conflict management;In collaboration with the Directorate, provide support on identifying and managing complex cases (e.g. performance, health, medevac and separations);Work directly with staff members in at the regional and country offices on skill/learning needs assessments, and contribute to design and implementation of customized learning interventions;Working closely with the Programme Unit and the regional / Divisional Learning Focal Points ensure strategic regional learning needs are met.3. Organizational Effectiveness/Business Consulting:As a senior member of the DHR Team, participate in and coordinate corporate level, organizational-wide HR initiatives, pilot programs, workshops, training sessions, etc. as determined by the Deputy HR Director or the HR Director.Lead the development and implementation of talent management programmes, in consultation with the Programmes Unit, while ensuring local relevance (performance, talent reviews, succession, global mobility, staff development) and initiatives in the client area working closely with the Specialists in the HR Programmes Unit;Advise and support in the design and implementation of interventions to support organizational effectiveness and high performing teams;Participate as a team member on HR projects, working groups, task forces, etc. in the client area and/or at corporate level;Provide guidance to client units on the review of GSS feedback, related action planning, implementation and follow-up;Act as member of the UNFPA/PSD Internal Consulting Group (ICG), drive organizational development across the organization by advising management on change processes and developing HR related initiatives to facilitate change, liaising with relevant stakeholders both in DHR and in the client system;Support Country Offices in the transition to new modes of engagement as required to deliver on the Country Programme. This may include assessment, realignment/shifts in staffing patterns, skills profiles and/or organizational structures;Undertake assessment and realignment of other business units as needed;Act as an integral member of the Regional Office Leadership Team, providing input on workforce planning, staffing trends and needs, implementation of HR initiatives/programmes and current people issues/solutions.4. Planning and Analytics, and Workforce Management:As a senior member of the DHR Team participate in HR Corporate Initiatives providing technical leadership on workforce planning, staffing trends and needs, implementation of corporate HR initiatives/programmes, development of local HR initiatives and leading open discussions on current people issues and possible solutions;Proactive use of HR analytics to understand the staffing trends in the client area;Advise and assist managers in analyzing staffing needs, taking into account existing and anticipated work requirements and institutional goals/objectives;Contribute to the development and implementation of the Annual Regional or Divisional HR Plan (e.g. workforce analysis, recruitment, staff performance, staff development, career development and succession) in consultation with key stakeholders in the client area as well as in DHR to support the delivery of UNFPA's People Strategy.5. Recruitment and Staffing:Manage all recruitment activities and administration of national and international staff, including high level national posts at Country level, in the client area and provide advisory services as required;Oversee and provide guidance to Country Offices, as need, staffing matters;Manage recruitment and administration of national and international Individual Consultants (ICs), and provide quarterly reports;Provide guidance and facilitate the induction, orientation, and integration of new staff members in the client area as needed; ensure staff exit interviews are conducted;Work with UNDP BES Team, local and HQ, on HR administrative matters.6. Humanitarian Capacity and Capability:Working closely with the DHR Humanitarian Unit to:Assist in cases of humanitarian and medical emergencies, in collaboration with the Humanitarian Office and DHR Humanitarian Unit, DHR/Duty of Care, Security, and other relevant interagency counterparts;Manage the provision of timely support to countries under fast track. Assist in talent acquisition for urgent humanitarian/other situations not in fast track countries requiring rapid response;Support capability development efforts on humanitarian response.7. Knowledge building and knowledge sharing:As a senior member of the DHR Team actively facilitate sharing of business knowledge and capacity building related to the evolving business operations and responses in DHR;Contribute to the relevant networks within the UN system and other major international organizations, representing DHR, as assigned, to find synergies, benchmark and promote the progress in modernizing HR policies and practices within the UN system, including recommendations to UNFPA/DHR.Facilitate knowledge building and knowledge sharing in the client area (Region/Division) through active participation in the HR Business Partners community of practice.Contribute to building awareness and understanding of HR policies through knowledge sharing across the Region;Provide oversight and guidance to staff/team members supervised.Serve as OIC as required for the Client Services and Outreach Branch (CSOB) and perform any other duties as may be required by the Deputy HR Director or the HR Director.Qualifications and Experience: Education:  Master's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, Public Administration, Organizational Development or related discipline.Knowledge and Experience: Ten (10) years of progressively relevant experience in HR management of which five (5) years at international level and five (5) years in a similar role are required;Experience in a supervisory/managerial role is required;Mastery of modern concepts and approaches in the field of Human Resources;Proven ability to deliver effective solutions to complex HR challenges in a multicultural environment;Strategic mindset coupled with strong analytical skills and a proven ability to handle big picture perspectives, as well as day to day operational matters;Excellent organizational, multi-tasking and project management skills;Ability to handle confidential information and gain trust;Strong communication, collaboration and team skills;Field experience is an asset;Experience with international development/humanitarian organization, multilaterals or INGO's is an asset;Consulting experience related to organizational development and change management, is desirable.Languages: Fluency in English and French is required; knowledge of other official UN languages is desirable.Required Competencies: Values:Exemplifying integrity, Demonstrating commitment to UNFPA and the UN system, Embracing cultural diversity, Embracing changeCore Competencies: Achieving results,Being accountable,Developing and applying professional expertise/business acumen,Thinking analytically and strategically,Working in teams/managing ourselves and our relationships,Communicating for impactFunctional Competencies:Anticipating client's needs of HR support and responding based on clear understanding of the issues/concerns,Acting as a trusted advisor, removing obstacles and resolving issues within and across units,Assuming accountability for agreed results and meeting deadlines, creating conditions for achieving them,Using facts to persuade and demonstrating the ability to gain commitment.Managerial Competencies:Providing strategic vision and focus,Engaging internal / external partners and stakeholders,Leading, developing and empowering people / creating a culture of performance,Making decisions and exercising judgment,Performance Management.Compensation and Benefits:This position offers an attractive remuneration package including a competitive net salary plus health insurance and other benefits as applicable.UNFPA Work Environment:UNFPA provides a work environment that reflects the values of gender equality, diversity, integrity and healthy work-life balance. We are committed to ensuring gender parity in the organization and therefore encourage women to apply. Individuals from the LGBTQIA+ community, minority ethnic groups, indigenous populations, persons with disabilities, and other underrepresented groups are highly encouraged to apply. Reasonable accommodation may be provided to applicants with disabilities upon request, to support their participation in the recruitment process. UNFPA promotes equal opportunities in terms of appointment, training, compensation and selection for all regardless of personal characteristics and dimensions of diversity. Diversity, Equity and Inclusion is at the heart of UNFPA's workforce - click here to learn more.Disclaimer:Selection and appointment may be subject to background and reference checks, medical clearance, visa issuance and other administrative requirements. UNFPA does not charge any application, processing, training, interviewing, testing or other fee in connection with the application or recruitment process and does not concern itself with information on applicants' bank accounts. Applicants for positions in the international Professional and higher categories, who hold permanent resident status in a country other than their country of nationality, may be required to renounce such status upon their appointment.          ______________________________________________________________________ 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.______________________________________________________________________ 

The Position:The Programme Adviser post is located in the Gender, Human Rights Branch of the Programme Division and reports directly to the Branch Chief who provides overall strategic direction. They are the principal technical adviser and authoritative expert in the Fund for human rights and its linkages with the achievement of the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). The Programme Adviser works in an integrated, coordinated, and systems strengthening approach which is fundamental to the Division's and UNFPA's overall strategy. How you can make a difference:UNFPA is the lead UN agency for delivering a world where every pregnancy is wanted, every childbirth is safe and every young person's potential is fulfilled.  UNFPA's strategic plan (2022-2025), reaffirms the relevance of the current strategic direction of UNFPA and focuses on three transformative results: to end preventable maternal deaths; end unmet need for family planning; and end gender-based violence and harmful practices. These results capture our strategic commitments on accelerating progress towards realizing the ICPD and SDGs in the Decade of Action leading up to 2030. Our strategic plan calls upon UN Member States, organizations and individuals to "build forward better", while addressing the negative impacts of the Covid-19 pandemic on women's and girls' access to sexual and reproductive health and reproductive rights, recover lost gains and realize our goals.In a world where fundamental human rights are at risk, we need principled and ethical staff, who embody these international norms and standards, and who will defend them courageously and with full conviction.UNFPA is seeking candidates that transform, inspire and deliver high impact and sustained results; we need staff who are transparent, exceptional in how they manage the resources entrusted to them and who commit to deliver excellence in programme results. You would be responsible for:A. Strategic technical supportIdentify priority areas in the area of human rights, particularly reproductive rights in the context of ICPD, the SDGs and develop UNFPA strategic positions and related policies, frameworks, evidence-based arguments, and operational strategies, in collaboration and coordination with other branches, and Geneva Liaison Office, including in the context of increasing polarization, pushback, crises, and climate induced humanitarian situations;Support the mainstreaming of human rights and leaving no one behind (LNOB) in national and regional efforts to improve sexual and reproductive health, including in the context of UNFPA's four Strategic Outcomes of its 2026-2029 Strategic Plan: family planning maternal health , and Gender Based Violence including Harmful Practices and demographic change;Leading Leaving No One Behind efforts within UNFPA, including in taking forward ongoing focus areas related to Indigenous Issues, supporting UNFPA's work on persons with disabilities, persons of African Descent, supporting LGBTQI+ efforts, and overall efforts to address discrimination and inequalities;Support the integration of the human rights-based vision of the ICPD mandate in UN intergovernmental discussions and fora, including the Agenda 2030 development agenda and any other special events and conferences;Understand and respond to the needs of the country offices through the regional offices, in developing and updating policies, methodology, frameworks, guidance, standards, instruments and tools related to incorporation of human rights including leaving no one behind and its linkages to the ICPD mandate;Support the implementation and coordination of the UNFPA-OHCHR Framework of Cooperation 2026-2030;Support UNFPA's work in measuring, strengthening, and implementing laws to guarantee access to SRHR and protect women and girls from violence and discrimination.B. Results-based managementEnsure incorporation of evaluation results, lessons learned and new knowledge in the updating of strategies, policies, tools and approaches on human rights and their linkages with the achievement of the SDGS;Develop substantive indicators, tools and guidance, and substantive quality assurance framework, for human rights and LNOB-related programming and evaluations;Contribute to technical and programming support efforts, in coordination with the Division External Relations, in the area of human rights and LNOB and linkages with UNFPA's four outcomes.C. Capacity developmentSupport the work of international human rights mechanisms with a mandate to promote, monitor and protect sexual and reproductive health and rights, including the Universal Periodic Review of the Human Rights Council, UN Treaty Bodies and Special Procedure mandate-holders; Liaise and support civil society networks and organizations advocating for human rights and sexual and reproductive health and rights;Provide technical assistance and support to UNFPA regional, sub-regional and country offices to mainstream human rights in their programming frameworks and advocacy strategies; Guide the organizational effort to develop technical capacity of National Human Rights Institutions (NHRIs) to conduct country assessments of sexual and reproductive health and rights, national public inquiries and policy dialogues;Provide substantive technical capacity development of government officials, Civil Society Organizations, NHRIs and other relevant national stakeholders to track the implementation of recommendations issued by international human rights mechanisms with a focus on the Universal Periodic Review;Identify, develop and adapt training materials and manuals on reporting to international human rights mechanisms and implementation of recommendations with a focus on the Universal Periodic Review; and treaty bodies;Develop the capacities of UNFPA staff capacities on human rights and application of a Human Rights-Based Approach to programming through the development and roll-out of training and learning materials, including through in-person workshops at global, regional or national level and online courses; Coach and manage mid level and junior professional staff and associates, direct expert consultants and facilitate working groups and task teams.D. Evidence and knowledge development and disseminationLead the analysis methodology and conceptual thinking related to UNFPA's work on SDG indicators 5.6.1 and 5.6.2 (women's decision-making for SRHR and laws that guarantee full and equal access to SRHR) and jointly with UNFPA's data teams, strategically position women's sexual and reproductive agency, and its measurement, in the post 2030 Agenda;     Ensure that evidence, technical knowledge and analysis of lessons learned on HRBA and LNOB to programming and sexual and reproductive health and rights are collected, managed, disseminated and available for application in UNFPA operations, in collaboration with the Regional Offices, and UNFPA technical networks;Assemble briefing and background materials on human rights and its linkages with reproductive health and poverty reduction strategies and the achievement of the SDGS for senior management staff;Prepare briefing notes and background materials on a human rights based approach and LNOB to programming and on the promotion and protection of sexual and reproductive rights to serve the information needs of senior managers, other UNFPA colleagues and relevant partners.E. Technical representationRepresent UNFPA on human rights leaving no one behind, and gender equality  issues, elaborate UNFPA's human rights global perspective, and advocate in international, inter-governmental, U.N., and other policy and technical meetings and fora;Support the Executive Director in her role in the UN Principal Level Human Rights Group, to be created as part of UN Reforms;Collaborate with UN agencies, academia, research and training institutions, professional societies, and act as technical focal point for inter-agency working groups on human rights, including the Inter-Agency Working Group for the SG's Call to Action on Human Rights, the UN Interagency group on CEDAW reporting and any other UN inter-agency mechanism and theme groups, as required;Act as the Division's substantive focal point on human rights and LNOB; and carry out any other duties as may be required by the Branch Chief or Division Director. Work relations:Support partnership on human rights across UN entities, as well as with civil society and academia and donor countries. Work closely with any other LNOB functions in the Division Knowledge and Experience: 10 years of increasingly responsible professional experience in human rights and its linkages with reproductive health and poverty reduction strategies and the achievement of the SDGs of which seven years are at the international level;An acknowledged expert and recognized authority in the technical area; Understanding of human rights dimensions of gender equality policies and programmes, essentialBroad experience in gender programming, essentialKnowledge and experience of working on legal issues and civil society involvement in related security & protection, an assetStrong track record of technical leadership, publications, and proven ability to produce demonstrable results;Extensive network within the academic and development community;Field experience is essential. Education:  Advanced University Degree in human rights and development, or other fields directly related to the substantive area identified in the title of the post.Languages: Fluency in English required and French or Spanish desirable. Good knowledge of another UN official language is an asset.Excellent drafting skills in English required, and in French and/or Spanish desirable.  Required Competencies: Values:Exemplifying integrity, Demonstrating commitment to UNFPA and the UN system, Embracing cultural diversity, Embracing changeCore Competencies: Achieving results,Being accountable,Developing and applying professional expertise/business acumen,Thinking analytically and strategically,Working in teams/managing ourselves and our relationships Functional Competencies:Conceptual innovation in the provision of technical expertiseLeveraging the resources of national governments and partners/Building strategic alliances and partnershipsJob knowledge/Technical expertise. Managerial Competencies (if applicable):Providing strategic focus; Engaging internal/ external partners and stakeholders; Leading, developing and empowering people/creating a culture of performance;Making decisions and exercising judgment  Compensation and Benefits:This position offers an attractive remuneration package including a competitive net salary plus health insurance and other benefits as applicable. UNFPA Work Environment:UNFPA provides a work environment that reflects the values of gender equality, diversity, integrity and healthy work-life balance. We are committed to ensuring gender parity in the organization and therefore encourage women to apply. Individuals from the LGBTQIA+ community, minority ethnic groups, indigenous populations, persons with disabilities, and other underrepresented groups are highly encouraged to apply. Reasonable accommodation may be provided to applicants with disabilities upon request, to support their participation in the recruitment process. UNFPA promotes equal opportunities in terms of appointment, training, compensation and selection for all regardless of personal characteristics and dimensions of diversity. Diversity, Equity and Inclusion is at the heart of UNFPA's workforce - click here to learn more. Disclaimer:Selection and appointment may be subject to background and reference checks, medical clearance, visa issuance and other administrative requirements. UNFPA does not charge any application, processing, training, interviewing, testing or other fee in connection with the application or recruitment process and does not concern itself with information on applicants' bank accounts. Applicants for positions in the international Professional and higher categories, who hold permanent resident status in a country other than their country of nationality, may be required to renounce such status upon their appointment.           ______________________________________________________________________ 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.______________________________________________________________________ 

The Position:Under the overall supervision of the Deputy Representative, the Project Management  and Monitoring and Evaluation Analyst is part of the Country Office's senior staff and plays a leadership role in monitoring and evaluating the project "Preventing Maternal Mortality by Strengthening SRMNAH Services and Rights of Adolescent Girls and Women in Beni and Potosí Departments, Bolivia." You will report directly to the Deputy Representative, supervise the project as part of an integrated team and ensure that the project's monitoring and evaluation framework is effectively executed with quality outcomes according to international and organizational standards. Additionally, you will support project data analysis, knowledge building, and knowledge sharing on PM&E activities.  How you can make a difference:UNFPA is the lead United Nations agency for delivering a world where every pregnancy is intended, every childbirth is safe, and every young person's potential is fulfilled. The UNFPA Strategic Plan for 2026-2029 articulates the organization's response to a complex global environment, providing a roadmap for resilience and renewal. It is designed to accelerate the implementation of the Programme of Action of the International Conference on Population and Development (ICPD) and the achievement of the Sustainable Development Goals by 2030. This mandate is pursued through a focus on four interconnected outcomes: ending the unmet need for family planning; ending preventable maternal deaths; ending gender-based violence and harmful practices; and adapting to demographic change through evidence and rights-based policies. In a world where fundamental human rights are at risk, we need principled and ethical staff, who embody these international norms and standards, and who will defend them courageously and with full conviction.UNFPA is seeking candidates that transform, inspire and deliver high impact and sustained results; we need staff who are transparent, exceptional in how they manage the resources entrusted to them and who commit to deliver excellence in programme results. Job Purpose:In the UNFPA Bolivia Country Office and within the framework of  implementing the project "Preventing Maternal Mortality by Strengthening SRMNAH Services and Rights of Adolescent Girls and Women in Beni and Potosí Departments, Bolivia (2025-2029)", funded by KOICA, you will play a vital role in providing quality technical and programming support, guidance, and advice to the project team. You will ensure knowledge building, sharing, and management and contribute to developing M&E capacities within the Bolivia Country Office and among national counterparts when necessary.  You would be responsible for:● As part of the Country Office's M&E team, provide quality support to project monitoring and evaluation activities, developing specific actions within the framework of the KOICA-funded Project, ensuring that M&E requirements are fulfilled and reported promptly with the required quality assurance controls in line with UNFPA guidelines and procedures,● Drive the development of monitoring indicators, calendars, field monitoring plans, and quality assurance processes for the KOICA-funded Project, ensuring substantive contributions,● Lead the creation of baselines, studies, reports, and project tracking plans by KOICA's requirements and policies,● Integrate relevant Project evaluation findings and recommendations into project formulation and reporting,● Provide technical expertise to partners in developing Performance Monitoring Frameworks (PMFs), systems, plans, and Baseline Surveys,● Oversee KOICA fund expenditure, project costs, and disbursements in relation to project activities and anticipated outcomes. ● Produce reports using a results-based management (RBM) approach, including draft narrative and review of financial Project reports,● Proactively identify, document, and disseminate good practices, lessons learned, and valuable knowledge emerging from Project implementation, monitoring, and evaluation activities,● Contribute to developing practical capacity development tools, including comprehensive training materials,● Facilitate targeted capacity building opportunities for staff and partners incountry, focusing on Results-Based Management (RBM) and Monitoring & Evaluation (M&E) principles and practices,● Foster a culture of shared responsibility for Monitoring & Evaluation (M&E) among all staff through effective communication, training initiatives, and continuous learning and development activities,● Systematize findings and develop a scalable methodology document for application across other initiatives,● Build close relationships with the Project team, consultants, advisers, and experts and establish and maintain collaborative relationships with government counterparts, relevant donors, and other partners to address emerging project monitoring and evaluation issues. Carry out any other duties as may be required by UNFPA leadership.   Qualifications and Experience:  Education:  Advanced university degree or equivalent in public health, medicine, sociology, demography, economics, international relations, international development, public administration, management, or other related fields.  Knowledge and Experience: ● At least two years of relevant and increasingly responsible professional experience in planning, monitoring and evaluating development, health, and/or social programs,● Recognized expertise in planning, monitoring and evaluation, including sound knowledge of results-based management techniques,● Experience in project design, management, and monitoring,● Previous experience working with the Korea International Cooperation Agency (KOICA),● Knowledge of statistical software (SPSS, STATA, or CSPro) is an advantage,● Knowledge of Programme formulation, implementation and Results - Based Management,● Knowledge of public policy and development planning,● Knowledge of monitoring and evaluation, evaluation design, data collection and analysis, and reporting,● Ability to organize information, data, and document management,● Ability to synthesize program performance data and produce analytical reports,● Proficiency in IT skills,● Proficiency and professionalism in the production and preparation of working papers and documents,● Proficiency in track record in managing evaluations, with strong qualitative and quantitative research skills, and proven ability to produce demonstrable results,● Familiarity with UN development programs and working procedures, especially UNFPA policies and programming procedures, is an asset.  Languages: Fluency in Korean, Spanish and English is required.  Values:Exemplifying integrity, Demonstrating commitment to UNFPA and the UN system, Embracing cultural diversity, Embracing change Core Competencies: Achieving results,Being accountable,Developing and applying professional expertise/business acumen,Thinking analytically and strategically,Working in teams/managing ourselves and our relationships,Communicating for impact  Functional Competencies:Delivering results-based programmes, Internal and external communication and advocacy for results mobilization. Compensation and Benefits: This position offers an attractive remuneration package including a competitive net salary plus health insurance and other benefits as applicable. UNFPA Work Environment:UNFPA provides a work environment that reflects the values of gender equality, diversity, integrity and healthy work-life balance. We are committed to ensuring gender parity in the organization and therefore encourage women to apply. Individuals from the LGBTQIA+ community, minority ethnic groups, indigenous populations, persons with disabilities, and other underrepresented groups are highly encouraged to apply. Reasonable accommodation may be provided to applicants with disabilities upon request, to support their participation in the recruitment process. UNFPA promotes equal opportunities in terms of appointment, training, compensation and selection for all regardless of personal characteristics and dimensions of diversity. Diversity, Equity and Inclusion is at the heart of UNFPA's workforce - click here to learn more. Disclaimer:Selection and appointment may be subject to background and reference checks, medical clearance, visa issuance and other administrative requirements.  UNFPA does not charge any application, processing, training, interviewing, testing or other fee in connection with the application or recruitment process and does not concern itself with information on applicants' bank accounts.  Applicants for positions in the international Professional and higher categories, who hold permanent resident status in a country other than their country of nationality, may be required to renounce such status upon their appointment.        ______________________________________________________________________ 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.______________________________________________________________________

The Position:The Information Management Specialist holds overall responsibility for UNFPA in Ukraine activities in the area of information management. This includes the assessment, design, implementation and  evaluation of data and statistical related activities; definition of information  and data needs; design and implementation of data and information activities;  and monitoring and evaluation of data management activities.  How you can make a difference:UNFPA is the lead UN agency for delivering a world where every pregnancy is wanted, every childbirth is safe and every young person's potential is fulfilled.  UNFPA's strategic plan (2022-2025), reaffirms the relevance of the current strategic direction of UNFPA and focuses on three transformative results: to end preventable maternal deaths; end unmet need for family planning; and end gender-based violence and harmful practices. These results capture our strategic commitments on accelerating progress towards realizing the ICPD and SDGs in the Decade of Action leading up to 2030. Our strategic plan calls upon UN Member States, organizations and individuals to "build forward better", while addressing the negative impacts of the Covid-19 pandemic on women's and girls' access to sexual and reproductive health and reproductive rights, recover lost gains and realize our goals.In a world where fundamental human rights are at risk, we need principled and ethical staff, who embody these international norms and standards, and who will defend them courageously and with full conviction.UNFPA is seeking candidates that transform, inspire and deliver high impact and sustained results; we need staff who are transparent, exceptional in how they manage the resources entrusted to them and who commit to deliver excellence in programme results. Job Purpose:UNFPA in Ukraine new Country Programme (2025-2029) reflects a strong nexus approach, bridging immediate humanitarian response with recovery and long-term development. This positions UNFPA to address urgent needs today while also contributing to human development and sustainable systems strengthening now and into the future.Under the direct supervision of the UNFPA Deputy Representative, the Information Management Specialist will support the Country Office Programme in Ukraine with the assessment, design, implementation and evaluation of data and statistical related activities. This includes the definition of information and data needs; design of data and information activities, including data collection, analysis, storage and dissemination; implementation of data and information management activities; and monitoring and evaluation of data management activities.  You would be responsible for:A. Programme ManagementAnalyze trends, risks and data impacting the implementation of the Country Programme. Coordinate the Country Office's M&E activities for Ukraine Country Programme implementationLead UNFPA's engagement in inter-agency processes, including the UN Sustainable Development Cooperation Framework; Humanitarian Needs and Response Plan; Government Sector Working Groups and other relevant processes as it relates to data and information pertinent to UNFPA's work.  B. Quality Technical Support and Capacity DevelopmentProvide technical guidance on methodologies, and support for data management activities such as surveys, secondary data reviews, targeting and vulnerability assessments, indicator definition, population estimation, profiling, statistical analysis, predictive analytics, big data, international recommendations, GIS, data visualisation, maps, official statistics and other data and information management activities. Support the analysis of primary and secondary data for interpretation and evidence- informed decision making. Support data security, data protection and responsible data-sharing. Support assessments and situational analysis process with analytical frameworks, data collection, and analysis (standards, methodologies). Lead and undertake geospatial analysis, statistical analysis, targeting, surveys, indicator definition and other data management activities. Develop information management products such as indicators, templates, maps and dashboards. Contribute to the preparation of the Country programme including multi-agency programmes through the provision of relevant data and development of indicators C. M&E FrameworkDevelop/refine the Monitoring & Evaluation (M&E) framework, including performance indicators, baselines, and targets.Support monitoring by providing quality assurance and technical advice to the monitoring methodologies, data collection and analysis. Build capacity among relevant staff for effective implementation of the M&E Framework Qualifications and Experience: Education:  Advanced degree in International Relations, Social Sciences, Statistics, Information Management, Data Science, Demography Computer Science or other relevant field. Knowledge and Experience: Five years of relevant experience in data gathering, data management and data analysis to support policy formulation and implementation. Experience working with data management tools such as Microsoft Power BI. Previous experience working with an international organization in a humanitarian or development context.Knowledge of international protection, human rights and international humanitarian law is desirable.  Languages: Fluency in English (written and spoken); Fluency in Russian or Ukrainian is desirable.  Required Competencies: Values:Exemplifying integrity, Demonstrating commitment to UNFPA and the UN system, Embracing cultural diversity, Embracing change Core Competencies: Achieving results,Being accountable,Developing and applying professional expertise/business acumen,Thinking analytically and strategically,Working in teams/managing ourselves and our relationships,Communicating for impact Compensation and Benefits: This position offers an attractive remuneration package including a competitive net salary plus health insurance and other benefits as applicable. UNFPA Work Environment:UNFPA provides a work environment that reflects the values of gender equality, diversity, integrity and healthy work-life balance. We are committed to ensuring gender parity in the organization and therefore encourage women to apply. Individuals from the LGBTQIA+ community, minority ethnic groups, indigenous populations, persons with disabilities, and other underrepresented groups are highly encouraged to apply. Reasonable accommodation may be provided to applicants with disabilities upon request, to support their participation in the recruitment process. UNFPA promotes equal opportunities in terms of appointment, training, compensation and selection for all regardless of personal characteristics and dimensions of diversity. Diversity, Equity and Inclusion is at the heart of UNFPA's workforce - click here to learn more.Disclaimer:Selection and appointment may be subject to background and reference checks, medical clearance, visa issuance and other administrative requirements. UNFPA does not charge any application, processing, training, interviewing, testing or other fee in connection with the application or recruitment process and does not concern itself with information on applicants' bank accounts. Applicants for positions in the international Professional and higher categories, who hold permanent resident status in a country other than their country of nationality, may be required to renounce such status upon their appointment.        ______________________________________________________________________ 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.______________________________________________________________________

The Position:UNFPA is seeking a skilled AI, Knowledge and Digital Workplace Specialist to help advance its AI, Data, and Knowledge practice within the Digital Center of Excellence (CoE) of the Information Technology Solutions Office. This role will support advancing UNFPA's 2026-2029 Digital Strategy focusing on supporting the effective use of AI, knowledge and digital tools across the organization. The position encompasses three interconnected areas: supporting AI initiatives, managing Workplace and Knowledge-related tools, and driving Digital Adoption and Digital Dexterity. The successful candidate will act as a critical liaison between IT and global business users, ensuring UNFPA's knowledge workers have a seamless and positive digital user experience.This position reports directly to the Chief. How you can make a difference:UNFPA is the lead United Nations agency for delivering a world where every pregnancy is intended, every childbirth is safe, and every young person's potential is fulfilled. The UNFPA Strategic Plan for 2026-2029 articulates the organization's response to a complex global environment, providing a roadmap for resilience and renewal. It is designed to accelerate the implementation of the Programme of Action of the International Conference on Population and Development (ICPD) and the achievement of the Sustainable Development Goals by 2030. This mandate is pursued through a focus on four interconnected outcomes: ending the unmet need for family planning; ending preventable maternal deaths; ending gender-based violence and harmful practices; and adapting to demographic change through evidence and rights-based policies. In a world where fundamental human rights are at risk, we need principled and ethical staff, who embody these international norms and standards and who will defend them courageously and with full conviction.UNFPA is seeking candidates who transform, inspire, and deliver high-impact and sustained results and ensure effective external relations, communications, and partnership-building and resource mobilization in a rapidly changing development and funding landscape. We need staff who are transparent, exceptional in how they manage the resources entrusted to them, and who commit to delivering excellence in programme results.Job Purpose:As an integral member of the Digital Center of Excellence (CoE), this role aims to enhance organizational productivity, improve collaboration and knowledge tools, promote digital literacy and adoption, and strategically integrate emerging technologies, including Artificial Intelligence (AI), to support UNFPA's impact and effectiveness. The Specialist acts as a key enabler of UNFPA's digital transformation, ensuring staff are equipped with the tools and skills needed to work efficiently and collaboratively in a modern, dynamic environment.You would be responsible for:A. Artificial Intelligence solutioningSupport Artificial Intelligence Initiatives through identification of use cases, solution design, build and go-live change management support.Configuration or development of AI end-to-end solutions and AI agentsDesign and develop agentic AI systems that can reason, orchestrate multi-step tasks, and generate responses dynamically.B. Artificial Intelligence Governance Framework and Workplace Tool SecurityContribute to establishing and maintaining Artificial Intelligence governance policies, procedures and frameworksContribute to structured approaches to information security and data privacy throughout all AI, Data and Knowledge platformsSupport that all digital workplace solutions comply with UNFPA's security policies, data standards, records management, and data privacy regulations. C. Product Manager for Digital Workplace solutions and KM/document solutionsDefine the vision and roadmap for UNFPA's Digital Workplace (Google Workspace and related technologies) solutions as well as our Knowledge, Document and Records management family of solutionsRepresent the customer within the IT team to ensure a coherent Digital Workplace experience across end points and online tools Maintain a thorough understanding of existing and emerging Google Workspace tools and functions as well as related technologies.Identify, evaluate, pilot, and champion the adoption of AI-powered features and within Google WorkspaceAddress interoperability issues between Google Workspace and Microsoft 365, advocating for interoperability and integration to improve inter-agency workflowsPromote and guide UNFPA staff on effective digital collaboration using Google Workspace tools for co-authoring, project management, virtual meetings, shared calendars, task lists, and online communities, both internally and inter-agency.D. Google Workspace Platform Management and OptimizationGuide outsourced day-to-day administration and configuration of UNFPA's global Google Workspace environmentEnsure all digital workplace solutions comply with UNFPA's security policies, data standards, records management, and data privacy regulations. Establish and maintain robust monitoring practices for Google Workspace health, service availability, usage trends, storage consumption, and license allocation.Create and maintain technical documentation for the Google Workspace environment, including system configurations, SOPs, administrative guidelines, and knowledge base articles, ensuring clarity and accessibility for IT and support teams.E. Digital Adoption and Digital DexterityOversee the UNFPA Digital Dexterity programme.Ensure comprehensive digital literacy training (workshops, webinars, e-learning, guides, etc.) for global staff leveraging external consultants as neededChampion digital transformation by promoting new tools and collaboration methods across UNFPA.Maximize usage and value of the digital workplace suite, particularly Google Workspace and its integrated AI features.Analyze user feedback on digital tools and support to identify issues and drive continuous, user-centric improvements.F.  Carry out any other duties related to the Digital Strategy and Digital CoE as may be required by UNFPA leadership. Qualifications and Experience: Education:  Advanced university degree in Information Technology, Business Administration or related discipline. A first-level university degree in combination with 2 additional years of qualifying experience may be accepted in lieu of the advanced university degree.Knowledge and Experience: A minimum of five years professional experience in designing, implementing, and supporting enterprise-scale AI and digital workplace solutions.Practical experience with AI tools, preferably Google Gemini, for workplace productivity and automation; experience developing AI tool guidelines or training.Experience designing end-user training programs, creating technical documentation, and driving technology adoption across diverse user groups.Solid experience in analyzing user requirements and translating them into specifications for digital workplace solutions and managing related projects.Good understanding of technical interoperability principles and solutions for data exchange between different technology platforms.Experience in Google Workspace configuration and troubleshooting within a large organization is desirableAwareness of AI ethics, responsible AI, and human rights considerations is desirableAwareness of Information Security and Data Privacy best practices is desirableExperience working with or within the UN system or similar international organization is desirable.Languages: Fluency in English; knowledge of other official UN languages, preferably French and/or Spanish, is desirable. Required Competencies: Values:Exemplifying integrity, Demonstrating commitment to UNFPA and the UN system, Embracing cultural diversity, Embracing changeCore Competencies: Achieving results,Being accountable,Developing and applying professional expertise/business acumen,Thinking analytically and strategically,Working in teams/managing ourselves and our relationships,Communicating for impact.Functional Competencies:Developing ICT standards and applicationsManage information and workflowsPlanning, organizing and multitaskingCompensation and Benefits:This position offers an attractive remuneration package including a competitive net salary plus health insurance and other benefits as applicable.UNFPA Work Environment:UNFPA provides a work environment that reflects the values of gender equality, diversity, integrity and healthy work-life balance. We are committed to ensuring gender parity in the organization and therefore encourage women to apply. Individuals from the LGBTQIA+ community, minority ethnic groups, indigenous populations, persons with disabilities, and other underrepresented groups are highly encouraged to apply. Reasonable accommodation may be provided to applicants with disabilities upon request, to support their participation in the recruitment process. UNFPA promotes equal opportunities in terms of appointment, training, compensation and selection for all regardless of personal characteristics and dimensions of diversity. Diversity, Equity and Inclusion is at the heart of UNFPA's workforce - click here to learn more.Disclaimer:Selection and appointment may be subject to background and reference checks, medical clearance, visa issuance and other administrative requirements. UNFPA does not charge any application, processing, training, interviewing, testing or other fee in connection with the application or recruitment process and does not concern itself with information on applicants' bank accounts. Applicants for positions in the international Professional and higher categories, who hold permanent resident status in a country other than their country of nationality, may be required to renounce such status upon their appointment.        ______________________________________________________________________ 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.______________________________________________________________________

The Position:UNFPA is seeking a skilled AI and Data Specialist to spearhead the establishment of its AI, Data, and Knowledge practice within the Digital Center of Excellence (CoE) of the Information Technology Solutions Office. This pivotal role will be instrumental in advancing UNFPA's 2026-2029 Digital Strategy by architecting and leading end-to-end AI and data initiatives, with a particular focus on leveraging program-related data to enhance global, regional, and country-level programming.This position reports directly to the Chief. How you can make a difference:UNFPA is the lead United Nations agency for delivering a world where every pregnancy is intended, every childbirth is safe, and every young person's potential is fulfilled. The UNFPA Strategic Plan for 2026-2029 articulates the organization's response to a complex global environment, providing a roadmap for resilience and renewal. It is designed to accelerate the implementation of the Programme of Action of the International Conference on Population and Development (ICPD) and the achievement of the Sustainable Development Goals by 2030. This mandate is pursued through a focus on four interconnected outcomes: ending the unmet need for family planning; ending preventable maternal deaths; ending gender-based violence and harmful practices; and adapting to demographic change through evidence and rights-based policies. In a world where fundamental human rights are at risk, we need principled and ethical staff, who embody these international norms and standards and who will defend them courageously and with full conviction.UNFPA is seeking candidates who transform, inspire, and deliver high-impact and sustained results and ensure effective external relations, communications, and partnership-building and resource mobilization in a rapidly changing development and funding landscape. We need staff who are transparent, exceptional in how they manage the resources entrusted to them, and who commit to delivering excellence in programme results.Job Purpose:As an integral member of the Digital Center of Excellence (CoE), the AI and Data Specialist will drive the practical application and strategic adoption of AI and Data solutions across UNFPA. This position's primary function is to serve as an IT Leader and Product Manager for key Digital CoE initiatives, leading the full lifecycle of data and AI products to spearhead solutions that meet the data and AI needs of UNFPA programmes, supporting accelerated impact.You would be responsible for:A. Artificial Intelligence Strategy and SolutioningCollaborate with key stakeholders to formulate the long-term AI strategy, implementation roadmap, and use-case prioritization plan that directly supports the goals of the UNFPA's Digital StrategyManage end-to-end AI initiatives from ideation and technical design through development, integration, and deployment, ensuring solutions are scalable, secure, and compliant with governance policiesDesign, architect, and implement agentic AI solutions capable of complex reasoning, dynamic response generation, and multi-step task orchestrationEstablish best practices, standards, and training materials for AI development and ethical usage across UNFPAB. Artificial Intelligence and Data GovernanceLead the design, implementation, and maintenance of comprehensive AI and Data Governance Frameworks, including policies and procedures to ensure ethical, responsible, and compliant usage across the organizationAct as the primary liaison with information security and legal teams to enforce structured approaches for data privacy and information security throughout all AI and Data platforms and initiativesDrive organizational capacity and awareness by developing and delivering targeted training and advocacy initiatives on AI principles, data literacy, and responsible tool usage.C. Data ArchitectureOwn the overall design, development, and maintenance of enterprise data architecture for programme dataDefine and lead the architecture for the full data lifecycle, encompassing platforms for data collection, management, secure storage, advanced analysis, and visualizationCollaborate directly with Digital CoE stakeholders to translate current and emerging data and analysis requirements into comprehensive, robust architectural solutionsEstablish data modeling standards and principles to optimize data ingestion, quality, security, and performance across all platforms. D. Product Manager of AI and Data SolutionsServe as the dedicated Product Manager for key Digital CoE data solutions, responsible for working with relevant business owners to develop the product's vision, strategy, and overall successAct as the primary interface between business stakeholders and IT teams, ensuring development and rollout aligns with business needsManage the development lifecycle, including sprint planning and user acceptance testing, and coordinate with infrastructure and vendor teams to ensure the smooth deployment and operational health of the platformDefine key performance indicators (KPIs) for the product and regularly monitor user adoption, impact, and overall satisfaction to guide continuous iteration and improvementsE. Carry out any other duties related to the Digital Strategy and Digital CoE as may be required by UNFPA leadership.  Qualifications and Experience: Education:  Advanced university degree in Information Technology, Business Administration or related discipline. A first-level university degree in combination with 2 additional years of qualifying experience may be accepted in lieu of the advanced university degree.Knowledge and Experience: A minimum of seven years of increasingly responsible professional experience developing AI solutions, Data pipelines or complex custom software applications is required.Experience in delivering working Data models, code, AI models and deployed solutions independently and efficiently is required.Solid background in data management, cloud architecture, secure APIs, identity, and IT process governance is required.Documented experience with Google Cloud and Google AI environments is highly desirable.Familiarity with digital product development, agile methodologies, or human-centered design is desirable.Awareness of AI ethics, responsible AI, and human rights considerations is desirable.Awareness of Information Security and Data Privacy best practices is desirable. Experience working with or within the UN system or similar international organization is desirable.Languages: Fluency in English; knowledge of other official UN languages, preferably French and/or Spanish, is desirable.  Required Competencies: Values:Exemplifying integrity, Demonstrating commitment to UNFPA and the UN system, Embracing cultural diversity, Embracing changeCore Competencies: Achieving results,Being accountable,Developing and applying professional expertise/business acumen,Thinking analytically and strategically,Working in teams/managing ourselves and our relationships,Communicating for impact.Functional Competencies:Developing ICT standards and applicationsManage data, information and workflowsPlanning, organizing and multitaskingCompensation and Benefits:This position offers an attractive remuneration package including a competitive net salary plus health insurance and other benefits as applicable.UNFPA Work Environment:UNFPA provides a work environment that reflects the values of gender equality, diversity, integrity and healthy work-life balance. We are committed to ensuring gender parity in the organization and therefore encourage women to apply. Individuals from the LGBTQIA+ community, minority ethnic groups, indigenous populations, persons with disabilities, and other underrepresented groups are highly encouraged to apply. Reasonable accommodation may be provided to applicants with disabilities upon request, to support their participation in the recruitment process. UNFPA promotes equal opportunities in terms of appointment, training, compensation and selection for all regardless of personal characteristics and dimensions of diversity. Diversity, Equity and Inclusion is at the heart of UNFPA's workforce - click here to learn more.Disclaimer:Selection and appointment may be subject to background and reference checks, medical clearance, visa issuance and other administrative requirements. UNFPA does not charge any application, processing, training, interviewing, testing or other fee in connection with the application or recruitment process and does not concern itself with information on applicants' bank accounts. Applicants for positions in the international Professional and higher categories, who hold permanent resident status in a country other than their country of nationality, may be required to renounce such status upon their appointment.        ______________________________________________________________________ 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.______________________________________________________________________

The Position:Under the overall guidance of the Regional Director for UNFPA EECARO, the position will be under the direct supervision of the Regional Resource Mobilization and Partnerships Advisor. The position will strengthen traditional and non-traditional partnerships and donor portfolios for countries within Eastern Europe and Central Asia. The position will focus on the European Union, bilateral aid and national programme government donors, International Financial Institutions (IFI's), UN Joint Programmes, Financing for Development and Private Sector engagement whilst ensuring compliance with UNFPA policies and procedures. How you can make a difference:UNFPA is the lead UN agency for delivering a world where every pregnancy is wanted, every childbirth is safe and every young person's potential is fulfilled.  UNFPA's strategic plan (2022-2025), reaffirms the relevance of the current strategic direction of UNFPA and focuses on three transformative results: to end preventable maternal deaths; end unmet need for family planning; and end gender-based violence and harmful practices. These results capture our strategic commitments on accelerating progress towards realizing the ICPD and SDGs in the Decade of Action leading up to 2030. Our strategic plan calls upon UN Member States, organizations and individuals to "build forward better", while addressing the negative impacts of the Covid-19 pandemic on women's and girls' access to sexual and reproductive health and reproductive rights, recover lost gains and realize our goals.In a world where fundamental human rights are at risk, we need principled and ethical staff, who embody these international norms and standards, and who will defend them courageously and with full conviction.UNFPA is seeking candidates that transform, inspire and deliver high impact and sustained results; we need staff who are transparent, exceptional in how they manage the resources entrusted to them and who commit to deliver excellence in programme results. Job Purpose:The Resource Mobilization and Partnership Specialist will support strategic partnerships and resource mobilization portfolios of country offices in Eastern Europe and Central Asia. The incumbent  will work closely with management and programme officers within country offices to advance UNFPA mandate through resource mobilization and partnerships. The position will support regional efforts to identify and close resource gaps as well as ensuring integration of UNFPA mandate within key strategic partnerships. You would be responsible for:Resource Mobilization and Partnership managementFinancing for DevelopmentKnowledge management and Capacity developmentElevating UNFPA regional partnershipsA. Resource Mobilisation and Partnership Management Provides support to Country Offices and the Regional Office on financing landscape analysis, identification of resource gaps and partnership opportunities including setting and tracking annual targets at Country and Regional Office levels.Co-lead the development, implementation and monitoring of the Regional Office and Country Office Resource Mobilization and Partnership strategies and plans.Support co-creation of UN Joint programmes guided by UN strategic priorities aligned with national development and humanitarian contexts and act as regional focal point on joint UN programmes.Coordinate Resource Mobilization advice for European Commission (EC) proposals; assist in the drafting of proposals, review contracting/financing modalities, ensure application of correct policies as per EC and UNFPA regulations; act as focal point and liaison with UNFPA Brussels Office and coordinate regional research on EC proposals, including humanitarian (ECHO);Support humanitarian fundraising by tracking resources going towards regional and national humanitarian responses, coordinating requests from donors and other ad-hoc needs. Provide funding inputs to SitReps and other reports, monitor the usage of funds coming from the Humanitarian Thematic Fund, and liaise with the Humanitarian Office Act as Regional focal point for the Client Relationship Management (CRM) platform; liaise with COs to ensure data entry and review data for accuracy.  Support COs to record proposals, agreements and submit private sector due diligence requests via the CRM system and track requests in the system and in google sheets.Undertake regular scans of digital platforms to track and identify new resource mobilisation and partnerships opportunities.B.  Financing for Development Support COs in conducting analysis that leads to unlocking financing opportunitiesStrengthen capacities in COs and at the Regional level on Financing for Development, including greater proportions of Domestic Financing, Blended and innovative financing and digital fundraising, as may be guided by cause-related positioning, targeted engagement.Support UNFPA offices in the region to identify and develop investment cases and financial gap analysis for sustainable financing.C. Knowledge Management and Capacity DevelopmentCo-lead capacity needs assessments and develop training packages and tools in collaboration with UNFPA regional and country offices, as well as UN Agencies, Funds and Programmes to respond to capacity gaps where required.Facilitate delivery of capacity development initiatives and plans for the regional and country offices in Resource Mobilisation and Partnerships.Document best practices on Strategic partnerships, Private Sector engagement, Financing for Development, Domestic Resource Mobilization, and Resource Management.D. Elevating UNFPA regional partnershipsIdentify opportunities to leverage UNFPA regional and local partnerships to promote UNFPA brand visibility and expand reach Undertake any other duties as may be assigned by the Regional DirectorQualifications and Experience: Education:  Master's Degree or equivalent in Business Administration, Public Health, Economics, Social Sciences, International Relations, Financing for Development, Sustainable Financing, Political Sciences or related field.Knowledge and Experience: 5 years of progressively responsible and relevant professional work experience in fundraising, marketing, sponsorship, corporate social responsibility, CSR, Innovative Financing, Experience working in international development fundraising with key bilateral donors and/or the EU and/or IFIs,  ideally with a minimum of two years at the international level.Initiative, sound judgment, and demonstrated ability to work harmoniously with staff members from different national and cultural backgrounds.Knowledge of donor policies and procedures is a distinct advantage;Experience in editing/reviewing of donor agreements and reports;Proven experience in managing partners or a strong track record of developing effective partnerships with donors, media, and other stakeholders. Languages: Fluency in English; knowledge of other official UN languages is desirable.  Required Competencies: Values:Exemplifying integrity, Demonstrating commitment to UNFPA and the UN system, Embracing cultural diversity, Embracing changeCore Competencies: Achieving results,Being accountable,Developing and applying professional expertise/business acumen,Thinking analytically and strategically,Working in teams/managing ourselves and our relationships,Functional Competencies:Leveraging the Resources of National Governments and Partners/Building Strategic Alliances andPartnershipsInternal and External Communication and Advocacy for Results MobilizationProviding Conceptual Innovation to Support Programme EffectivenessMobilizing Resources Compensation and Benefits:This position offers an attractive remuneration package including a competitive net salary plus health insurance and other benefits as applicable. UNFPA Work Environment:UNFPA provides a work environment that reflects the values of gender equality, diversity, integrity and healthy work-life balance. We are committed to ensuring gender parity in the organization and therefore encourage women to apply. Individuals from the LGBTQIA+ community, minority ethnic groups, indigenous populations, persons with disabilities, and other underrepresented groups are highly encouraged to apply. Reasonable accommodation may be provided to applicants with disabilities upon request, to support their participation in the recruitment process. UNFPA promotes equal opportunities in terms of appointment, training, compensation and selection for all regardless of personal characteristics and dimensions of diversity. Diversity, Equity and Inclusion is at the heart of UNFPA's workforce - click here to learn more. Disclaimer:Selection and appointment may be subject to background and reference checks, medical clearance, visa issuance and other administrative requirements. UNFPA does not charge any application, processing, training, interviewing, testing or other fee in connection with the application or recruitment process and does not concern itself with information on applicants' bank accounts. Applicants for positions in the international Professional and higher categories, who hold permanent resident status in a country other than their country of nationality, may be required to renounce such status upon their appointment.        ______________________________________________________________________ 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.______________________________________________________________________

The Position:The Programme Specialist, Social Policy & Health Financing, is located in the UNFPA Philippines Country Office. Working under the direct supervision of the UNFPA  Representative, the incumbent provides high-level strategic, technical and policy guidance on social policy and health financing, specifically health & protection sectors, Universal Health Care (UHC) reforms, and sustainable financing for sexual and reproductive health and rights (SRHR).The Social Policy & Health Financing Specialist leads UNFPA's engagement with national government agencies - particularly the Department of Health, PhilHealth, and the Department of Finance - on policy dialogue, evidence generation, and innovative financing mechanisms that advance equitable access to SRHR and gender-responsive health services across the humanitarian–development continuum. How you can make a difference:UNFPA is the lead United Nations agency for delivering a world where every pregnancy is intended, every childbirth is safe, and every young person's potential is fulfilled. The UNFPA Strategic Plan for 2026-2029 articulates the organization's response to a complex global environment, providing a roadmap for resilience and renewal. It is designed to accelerate the implementation of the Programme of Action of the International Conference on Population and Development (ICPD) and the achievement of the Sustainable Development Goals by 2030. This mandate is pursued through a focus on four interconnected outcomes: ending the unmet need for family planning; ending preventable maternal deaths; ending gender-based violence and harmful practices; and adapting to demographic change through evidence and rights-based policies. In a world where fundamental human rights are at risk, we need principled and ethical staff, who embody these international norms and standards and who will defend them courageously and with full conviction.UNFPA is seeking candidates who transform, inspire, and deliver high-impact and sustained results and ensure effective external relations, communications, and partnership-building and resource mobilization in a rapidly changing development and funding landscape. We need staff who are transparent, exceptional in how they manage the resources entrusted to them, and who commit to delivering excellence in programme results. Job Purpose:The Social Policy & Health Financing Specialist strengthens the CO's capacity to advocate, design, and implement sustainable financing strategies for SRHR and related population and gender priorities within the UHC framework.The Specialist provides technical leadership for policy and systems analysis, public expenditure tracking, results-based financing design, and partnership building for domestic and blended financing. He/she will contribute to ensuring that financial sustainability, equity, and rights-based approaches are embedded in health and social protection systems. You would be responsible for:Policy Analysis, Knowledge Generation, and InnovationLead policy analysis on national and sub-national financing trends, fiscal space, and health and social sector expenditure to identify opportunities to increase domestic investments in SRHR, GBV prevention, and adolescent health at national and local level, and especially in BARMM.Provide technical advice to government partners on integrating SRHR and gender-responsive services into national UHC and PhilHealth benefit packages.Generate and disseminate evidence on cost-effectiveness, investment cases, and public-private partnership models that inform policy advocacy and decision-making.Identify and promote innovative financing mechanisms (e.g., blended finance, outcome-based grants, social impact investments) to expand access to quality SRH and GBV services.Contribute to regional and global knowledge sharing by documenting lessons learned and best practices from the Philippines context.Programme Planning, Management, and CoordinationProvide strategic oversight for projects focused on social policy, health financing, and systems strengthening in collaboration with the Programme Team at the national and local level, especially for the BARMM region.Coordinate the Demographic Intelligence and Data team. Lead formulation of results-based annual work plans, ensuring coherence with CPD9 outcomes and the UNSDCF.Oversee project implementation, budget utilization, and partner performance, ensuring compliance with UNFPA procedures and timely delivery of results.Coordinate technical assistance and high-level policy dialogues with government, development partners, and private sector stakeholders on financing for SRHR and health systems resilience.Ensure integration of financial sustainability considerations into humanitarian and sub-national programmes.Partnerships, Advocacy, and Resource MobilizationEngage strategically with ministries of health, finance, social welfare and PhilHealth to strengthen alignment of SRHR financing with national and local investment priorities and also to support t co-financing and domestic resource mobilization initiative.Lead policy advocacy for increased public financing for women's, adolescents', and marginalized groups' health.Support UNFPA's resource-mobilization efforts by preparing high-quality concept notes, proposals, and donor briefs on innovative financing and system-strengthening initiatives, in close collaboration with the Partnership & Advocacy Team.Foster partnerships with development banks, private sector, and philanthropic actors to co-finance SRHR and gender equality and adolescent and youth investments.Represent UNFPA in inter-agency coordination mechanisms on UHC, health financing, and SDG financing, promoting a coherent UN approach.Monitoring, Evaluation and LearningEstablish indicators and frameworks to monitor financial flows, efficiency, and equity in SRHR and social protection spending.Oversee financial and programmatic reviews, mid-term and end-of-project evaluations, and contribute to evidence-based reporting.Ensure that knowledge products, policy briefs, and investment cases are disseminated for advocacy and learning purposes.Strengthen national and local partners' capacity in results-based budgeting and health-financing data use.Technical and Strategic LeadershipProvide policy advice to senior management and national counterparts on emerging financing trends, fiscal reforms, and implications for UNFPA programming.Serve as UNFPA's focal point on health financing within the UN Country Team, contributing to joint policy advocacy, financing for development, and SDG localization efforts.Contribute to UNFPA regional and global technical networks, ensuring that Philippine experiences inform corporate guidance on health financing and social policy.Qualifications and Experience:  Education:  Advanced university degree in economics, health and/or development economics,  health financing, public policy,  public health, development studies, or related social sciences. Professional certification or advanced training in health economics or financing is an asset.Knowledge and Experience: Minimum seven (7) years of progressively responsible professional experience in health financing, social policy, or health economics, including at least three years at the international level, required.Proven expertise in designing or implementing financing reforms, health insurance schemes, or results-based financing in developing or middle-income contexts.Experience in policy dialogue and partnership building with ministries of health and finance, development partners, and the private sector.Strong analytical and quantitative skills, including familiarity with fiscal modeling and national health accounts.Demonstrated capacity to translate complex economic analysis into policy and programmatic recommendations.Prior UN or international development experience.Experience on data generation and analysis.Experience in SRHR or gender-responsive budgeting is a strong advantage.Languages: Fluency in English required; knowledge of another UN language is desirable.Required Competencies: Values:Exemplifying integrity, Demonstrating commitment to UNFPA and the UN system, Embracing cultural diversity, Embracing changeCore Competencies: Achieving results,Being accountable,Developing and applying professional expertise/business acumen,Thinking analytically and strategically,Working in teams/managing ourselves and our relationships,Functional Competencies:Advocacy and advancing a policy-oriented agendaLeveraging the resources of national governments and partnersInnovation and marketing of new approachesResults-based programme development and managementFinancial resource management and strategic budgetingBuilding strategic alliances and partnershipsManagerial Competencies (if applicable):Providing strategic focus,Engaging in internal/external partners and stakeholders,Leading, developing and empowering people, creating a culture of performanceMaking decisions and exercising judgment. Compensation and Benefits:This position offers an attractive remuneration package including a competitive net salary plus health insurance and other benefits as applicable.UNFPA Work Environment:UNFPA provides a work environment that reflects the values of gender equality, diversity, integrity and healthy work-life balance. We are committed to ensuring gender parity in the organization and therefore encourage women to apply. Individuals from the LGBTQIA+ community, minority ethnic groups, indigenous populations, persons with disabilities, and other underrepresented groups are highly encouraged to apply. Reasonable accommodation may be provided to applicants with disabilities upon request, to support their participation in the recruitment process. UNFPA promotes equal opportunities in terms of appointment, training, compensation and selection for all regardless of personal characteristics and dimensions of diversity. Diversity, Equity and Inclusion is at the heart of UNFPA's workforce - click here to learn more. Disclaimer:Selection and appointment may be subject to background and reference checks, medical clearance, visa issuance and other administrative requirements. UNFPA does not charge any application, processing, training, interviewing, testing or other fee in connection with the application or recruitment process and does not concern itself with information on applicants' bank accounts. Applicants for positions in the international Professional and higher categories, who hold permanent resident status in a country other than their country of nationality, may be required to renounce such status upon their appointment.        ______________________________________________________________________ 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.______________________________________________________________________

The Position:The Resource Mobilization Analyst is a key player in the Public Financing and Funding Branch (PFFB) of the Division of External Relations (DER) at UNFPA headquarters in New York. In coordination with the North America Representational Office in Washington, you will create and maintain relevant research/ analysis/ products for resource mobilization purposes, visibility of and outreach to specific Member States of the United Nations. Under the overall guidance of the Chief of PFFB, you will report directly to the Humanitarian Financing and Partnerships Specialist in the Public Funding and Financing Branch. The post will play a key role in tracking and analysing humanitarian funding trends, supporting donor engagement around appeals such as the Humanitarian Action Overview (HAO), and strengthening the Branch's outreach to public-sector partners contributing to UNFPA's humanitarian response. How you can make a difference:UNFPA is the lead UN agency for delivering a world where every pregnancy is wanted, every childbirth is safe and every young person's potential is fulfilled.  UNFPA's strategic plan (2022-2025), reaffirms the relevance of the current strategic direction of UNFPA and focuses on three transformative results: to end preventable maternal deaths; end unmet need for family planning; and end gender-based violence and harmful practices. These results capture our strategic commitments on accelerating progress towards realizing the ICPD and SDGs in the Decade of Action leading up to 2030. Our strategic plan calls upon UN Member States, organizations and individuals to "build forward better", while addressing the negative impacts of the Covid-19 pandemic on women's and girls' access to sexual and reproductive health and reproductive rights, recover lost gains and realize our goals.In a world where fundamental human rights are at risk, we need principled and ethical staff, who embody these international norms and standards, and who will defend them courageously and with full conviction.UNFPA is seeking candidates that transform, inspire and deliver high impact and sustained results; we need staff who are transparent, exceptional in how they manage the resources entrusted to them and who commit to deliver excellence in programme results. Job Purpose:In a global organization where many of our people are based in challenging environments, you will play a vital role in resource mobilization, visibility, and ensuring the smooth management of core and humanitarian grants from specific Member States of the United Nations. You would be responsible for: A. Creation and maintenance of relevant research, analysis and products for resource mobilization purposesConduct research and analysis pertaining to specific horizontal themes, trends, or Member States of the United Nations policy objectives on behalf of the Public Funding and Financing Branch and North American Representational OfficeIn line with skills and needs, serve as country/Regional resource mobilization focal point for primarily the USA, including a) regularly scan political, economic and social environments of specific Member States of the United Nations, c) flagging key moments relevant to UNFPA's work and fundraising; and c) draft and/or update the relevant information documents for key donors, including donor profiles; donor priority countries; areas of interest etc. Support analysis of humanitarian funding contributions, donor trends, and gaps to inform UNFPA's resource mobilization efforts for crisis-affected contexts.Contribute inputs for humanitarian donor briefs, funding snapshots, appeals (including the HAO), and other products used for engagement with key Member States.Monitor and analyse evolving Member State policies with potential implications for UNFPA's SRHR and humanitarian financing, and prepare evidence-based talking points and internal guidance to support senior leadership engagement.B. Dissemination of rules and regulations for the effective spending and reporting on grants  Elaborate practical information about funding regulations and processes to all relevant UNFPA business units, incl. supporting development of systems to ensure robust compliance with partner requirements.Answer questions from UNFPA business unit recipients regarding the management and spending of grants from specific Member States of the United NationsSupport relevant business units in preparing funding proposals and submitting spending reportsHelp consolidate and communicate key donor requirements related to humanitarian grants, including spending flexibilities, visibility expectations, and compliance considerations.C. Create, update and finalize visibility products for specific Member States of the United Nations; organize events around key momentsCreate visibility products following protocols and guidance of each government for relevant grantsUpdate and finalize UNFPA's donor visibility profiles to be included in UNFPA's donor portal, with a view to increasing visibility/recognition efforts in coordination with the Media and Communications BranchIn coordination with The Public Funding and Financing Branch and North America Representational Office, organize events (online or in-person) around key moments to highlight partnership between UNFPA and specific Member States of the United NationsDevelop or update visibility and storytelling material highlighting the impact of humanitarian contributions, in coordination with HRD and the Media and Communications Branch.Support organization of virtual or in-person engagements tied to humanitarian funding moments, including briefings for Member States around appeal launches and crisis-specific updates.D. Support UNFPA PFFB in its day-to-day work as assigned by the Chief of the Branch. Provide routine analytical and coordination support to the Humanitarian Financing and Partnerships Specialist on donor outreach, tracking of humanitarian contributions, and follow-up with COs and HRD as required.E. Carry out any other duties as may be required by UNFPA leadership.  Qualifications and Experience: Education:  Advanced university degree in International Policy, Development, or related discipline. Knowledge and Experience: Minimum of two years of relevant work experience, including experience working in UN resource mobilization;Self-starter; able to work well without constant direction;Strong organizational skills and attention to detail;Strong knowledge of relevant software applications;General knowledge of international development policies, international affairs, and knowledge of the UN system.Experience working on humanitarian financing, appeals, or donor engagement in crisis contexts is an asset.Languages: Strong written and verbal communications in English; knowledge of other official UN languages, preferably French and/or Spanish, is desirable. Required Competencies: Values:Exemplifying integrity, Demonstrating commitment to UNFPA and the UN system, Embracing cultural diversity, Embracing changeCore Competencies: Achieving results,Being accountable,Developing and applying professional expertise/business acumen,Thinking analytically and strategically,Working in teams/managing ourselves and our relationships,Communicating for impactFunctional Competencies:Job knowledge/technical expertise,Strong interpersonal and communication skills,Organizational awareness Compensation and Benefits: This position offers an attractive remuneration package including a competitive net salary plus health insurance and other benefits as applicable. UNFPA Work Environment:UNFPA provides a work environment that reflects the values of gender equality, diversity, integrity and healthy work-life balance. We are committed to ensuring gender parity in the organization and therefore encourage women to apply. Individuals from the LGBTQIA+ community, minority ethnic groups, indigenous populations, persons with disabilities, and other underrepresented groups are highly encouraged to apply. Reasonable accommodation may be provided to applicants with disabilities upon request, to support their participation in the recruitment process. UNFPA promotes equal opportunities in terms of appointment, training, compensation and selection for all regardless of personal characteristics and dimensions of diversity. Diversity, Equity and Inclusion is at the heart of UNFPA's workforce - click here to learn more. Disclaimer:Selection and appointment may be subject to background and reference checks, medical clearance, visa issuance and other administrative requirements. UNFPA does not charge any application, processing, training, interviewing, testing or other fee in connection with the application or recruitment process and does not concern itself with information on applicants' bank accounts. Applicants for positions in the international Professional and higher categories, who hold permanent resident status in a country other than their country of nationality, may be required to renounce such status upon their appointment.        ______________________________________________________________________ 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.______________________________________________________________________

The Position:The Gender and Human Rights Advisor serves in UNFPA's Arab States Regional Office, in Cairo, Egypt, and is under the overall supervision of the Regional Director and reports directly to the Deputy Regional Director. As the principal advisor at the regional level for programme, technical and policy advice in gender and human rights, s/he works closely with relevant staff in the regional office (RO) ensuring integrated support to country offices (COs). The Advisor plays a leadership role in strengthening protection systems for advancing human rights and promoting and protecting sexual and reproductive rights, leading on GBV programming (including in emergencies), as well as advancing gender equality and women's empowerment - seeking to address social and gender norms. How you can make a difference: UNFPA is the lead UN agency for delivering a world where every pregnancy is wanted, every childbirth is safe and every young person's potential is fulfilled. The UNFPA Strategic Plan, 2026-2029 is a roadmap for resilience and renewal, aimed at ensuring universal access to sexual and reproductive health, realizing reproductive rights, and accelerating the implementation of the Programme of Action of the International Conference on Population and Development (ICPD), more than 30 years after its historic adoption in Cairo in 1994. Grounded in the ICPD Programme of Action, the Strategic Plan focuses on four interconnected outcomes: (a) Accelerating progress on meeting the unmet need for family planning; (b) Accelerating progress on ending preventable maternal deaths; (c) Accelerating progress on ending gender-based violence and harmful practices; and (d) Adapting to demographic change through evidence and rights-based policies.UNFPA is seeking candidates that transform, inspire and deliver high impact and sustained  results; we need staff who are transparent, exceptional in how they manage the resources  entrusted to them and who commit to deliver excellence in programme results.  Job Purpose:The Gender and Human Rights Advisor provides technical, policy and programmatic support across the region, to ensure the regional and country offices remain abreast of  UNFPA's policies and programme strategies, as well as current thinking, innovation and academic advancement in the substantive area of gender equality and social norms change and human rights.The Advisor analyses regional trends, and contributes to action in response to these, and ensures that gender and human rights are adequately addressed within regional and national development frameworks and programmes, including the achievement of the SDGs, ICPD Programme of Action, the African Union Agenda 2063 and relevant League of Arab States outcome documents / decisions.In all activities, the Advisor works within an interdisciplinary team providing integrated policy, programme and technical support to the region and the respective country teams - working across humanitarian and development contexts. The Advisor also liaises with other regional teams, especially other Programme Advisors, ensuring the timeliness, adequacy, relevance and quality of support to UNFPA country offices. The Advisor also collaborates within the broader organization across other regions and with the Headquarters teams working on gender and human rights.  You would be responsible for:  Strategic advice and programme oversightProvide technical, policy and programme leadership, management advice and  guidance in gender equality and human rights, with a focus on strengthening regional and national protection systems for GBV, advancing gender equality and empowerment of  women and girls, and ensuring reproductive rights (using a human rights based, gender transformative and development, peace responsive and humanitarian nexus approach); Identify and provide analysis and advice on promoting gender equality, human rights, and human rights-based programming and UNFPA's comparative advantage and  specific contribution in the changing development agenda and participate in related  policy dialogues and advocacy at global, continental and regional and sub-regional levels;Provide oversight of the regional dimensions of the global programmes on child marriage and FGM, and ensure effective integrated implementation across RO and COs;Identify and analyze trends, threats and risks related to the promotion and realization of gender equality and human rights that may affect the ICPD PoA, 2030 Agenda,  AU Agenda 2063, and UNFPA's work in the Arab region, and ensure that they are appropriately addressed at the regional and/or sub-regional levels;Support the integration and implementation of strategic action to engage men and boys to advance progress toward gender equality and the protection of the rights of women and girls as well as positive masculinity and aspects of gender, diversity and  inclusion; Contribute to the development and implementation of an integrated strategy for the delivery of technical assistance and programme support in the region and manage the gender and human rights components of the regional programme as per identified priorities in close coordination with the technical teams;Contribute to the substantive elaboration and contextualization of the UNFPA Strategic Plan and to its implementation in the region with focus on gender and social norm change as well as focusing on reaching the furthest behind;Identify requirements for and contribute to the development of new or updated policies, positioning, frameworks, guidance, standards, instruments and tools to ensure UNFPA is addressing the region-specific gender and human rights agenda;Participate in the UNFPA gender and human rights networks, maintaining communication and feedback loops on all substantive work.Technical support and capacity developmentAdvise COs on the implementation and proper application of UNFPA policies, strategies, guidelines and tools on gender equality and women's empowerment (including protection from GBV),  with a focus on promoting positive gender and social norm change;Provide technical support in applying gender transformative approaches to programming, documenting practices and strengthening evidence on effective approaches to promote gender equality and women's empowerment;Ensure that evidence-informed thinking and research on gender and human rights is integrated within the work of the regional/country offices and partnership networks, including through strengthening intersectionality and interlinkages between gender equality, sexual and reproductive health, adolescents and youth and population and development sectors;Review products of technical support at key stages of UNFPA, UN, and national development planning exercises, including reviewing draft CCAs, UNSDCF, and CPDs;Analyze technical and programmatic and substantive reports from the field and recommend required follow-up actions;Organize and contribute toward regional and inter-country capacity development activities in gender equality and women's empowerment, social and gender norm change, positive masculinities, and human rights for COs, national/regional counterparts;Support the regional adaptation of training materials, manuals and tools in gender and human rights, including mainstreaming gender and human rights in programming and advocacy, and ensure their availability and promote their use for capacity development;Support country offices on the work of international and regional human rights  mechanisms with a mandate to promote, monitor and protect sexual and reproductive health and rights, and promote a life free of violence, including tracking  and supporting the implementation of recommendations of the Universal Periodic  Review of the Human Rights Council, UN Treaty Bodies and Special Procedure  mandate-holders;Work with country offices to support civil society networks and organizations such as national Human Rights Institutions (NHRIs) advocating gender equality and women's empowerment and human rights including sexual and reproductive health and rights;Support the development of regional institutional capacities to promote gender equality and to deliver high-quality technical support in gender transformative  approaches to programming as well as human rights-based programming; Ensure quality technical support received at the country level, for gender  and human rights, for effective policy dialogue and programming - including across development and humanitarian contexts, especially GBV in emergencies programming;Coach and manage relevant professional/support staff and consultants, if any, on  gender transformative approaches and human rights-based programming and facilitate working groups and task teams.Evidence and knowledge managementPlay a key role in strengthening, coordinating and monitoring regional knowledge, through evidence-informed gender and human rights programming, impact evaluations and documentation of promising practices, including in other thematic knowledge platforms;Contribute to developing a mechanism to share technical skills and knowledge within  and among programme countries and/or other regions in gender and human rights;Facilitate and support the use of tools that effectively capture best practices, partnerships and consultant rosters and help ensure their accessibility  to all relevant colleagues at RO and CO levels;Collect, analyze and synthesize information/data and experience and prepare white  papers, briefings and materials on gender and human rights to be used in national,  regional and global advocacy; Coordinate analysis and synthesis of substantive trends, emerging needs and  research findings in the region in order to produce new, cutting-edge technical  knowledge;Coordinate the reporting on Regional UN-SWAP on gender mainstreaming and  supports the countries in Arab States to report timely using the analysis to further  strengthen the institutional mainstreaming of gender equality; Disseminate and promote the use of state-of-the-art technical knowledge, evidence,  lessons learned, and success stories and ensure their use to improve the  effectiveness of UNFPA programming.Management and coordination of knowledge networksCoordinate overall provision of technical support to the country offices in the region in gender equality and women's empowerment, with a specific focus on GBV as well as gender and social norms. This will include leading relevant communities of practice of country focal points, as well as participating in appropriate global communities of practice and result-focused networks;Develop and coordinate the substantive elements of partnerships and collaboration in GBV prevention and response - across development and humanitarian contexts - with other UN agencies, particularly with the regional technical arms of these agencies, as well as with regional institutions;Identify sources of technical knowledge among institutions and consultants; andEstablish and maintain relationships with institutions in the region.Technical representation, advocacy and partnership developmentRepresent UNFPA to further enhance UNFPA's regional and global role in the field of gender, protection from GBV and human rights;Participate in policy advocacy, knowledge generation and high-quality programming;Participate in policy dialogue and advocate for substantive progress of gender and  human rights in international, inter-governmental, U.N., and other policy and  technical meetings and fora;Collaborate with UN agencies, academia, research and training institutions, think  tanks, centers of excellence, and other key stakeholders in the region to advance  gender and human rights;Participate as the focal point for inter-agency working groups on gender and human rights issue-based coalitions, where relevant, as part of the regional  collaborative platform;Liaise with respective counterparts corporately including the UNFPA Programme Division to identify opportunities for South-South  and triangular cooperation in the region and with other regions.Carry out any other duties as may be requested by the Regional Director and/or the Deputy Regional Director.Qualifications and Experience: Education:Advanced university degree or equivalent in gender studies, anthropology, public health, medicine, sociology, human rights, law, cultural studies, international  development, or another field directly related to GBV prevention and response.Knowledge and Experience:At least 10 years of increasingly responsible professional experience in GBV programming, gender mainstreaming, and/or rights-based programming, of which seven years at the international level;Knowledge and understanding of a Human Rights based approach essential;Extensive experience in gender mainstreaming and programming for women's development;Experience in evidence informed policy advocacy for gender and human rights and development of national actions plans to address gender and social equity;Demonstrated experience in leading capacity building initiatives in gender and human rights in development settings;Knowledge and experience of working on social protection and Civil Society involvement in related security & protection;Strong track record of technical leadership, and proven ability to produce demonstrable  results;Demonstrated ability to network within the academic and development community;Familiarity with UN systems and procedures, management and monitoring tools;Field experience - including both humanitarian and development contexts - is strongly desirable;Languages:Fluency in English and Arabic is required; knowledge of French is highly desirable.Required Competencies  Values:Exemplifying integrity, Demonstrating commitment to UNFPA and the UN system, Embracing cultural diversity, Embracing change    Core Competencies:Achieving results,Being accountable,Developing and applying professional expertise/business acumen,Thinking analytically and strategically,Working in teams/managing ourselves and our relationships,Communicating for impact  Managerial Competencies:Providing strategic focusEngaging staff and partnersLeading, developing and empowering people/creating a culture of performanceMaking decisions and exercise judgment.Compensation and Benefits:This position offers an attractive remuneration package including a competitive net salary plus health insurance and other benefits as applicable.UNFPA Work Environment:UNFPA provides a work environment that reflects the values of gender equality, diversity, integrity and healthy work-life balance. We are committed to ensuring gender parity in the organization and therefore encourage women to apply. Individuals from the LGBTQIA+ community, minority ethnic groups, indigenous populations, persons with disabilities, and other underrepresented groups are highly encouraged to apply. Reasonable accommodation may be provided to applicants with disabilities upon request, to support their participation in the recruitment process. UNFPA promotes equal opportunities in terms of appointment, training, compensation and selection for all regardless of personal characteristics and dimensions of diversity. Diversity, Equity and Inclusion is at the heart of UNFPA's workforce - click here to learn more.Disclaimer:Selection and appointment may be subject to background and reference checks, medical clearance, visa issuance and other administrative requirements. UNFPA does not charge any application, processing, training, interviewing, testing or other fee in connection with the application or recruitment process and does not concern itself with information on applicants' bank accounts. Applicants for positions in the international Professional and higher categories, who hold permanent resident status in a country other than their country of nationality, may be required to renounce such status upon their appointment.        ______________________________________________________________________ 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.______________________________________________________________________

The Position:The Programme Adviser post is located in the Gender, Human Rights Branch of the Programme Division and reports directly to the Branch Chief who provides overall strategic direction. They are the principal technical adviser and authoritative expert in the Fund for human rights and its linkages with the achievement of the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). The Programme Adviser works in an integrated, coordinated, and systems strengthening approach which is fundamental to the Division's and UNFPA's overall strategy. How you can make a difference:UNFPA is the lead UN agency for delivering a world where every pregnancy is wanted, every childbirth is safe and every young person's potential is fulfilled.  UNFPA's strategic plan (2022-2025), reaffirms the relevance of the current strategic direction of UNFPA and focuses on three transformative results: to end preventable maternal deaths; end unmet need for family planning; and end gender-based violence and harmful practices. These results capture our strategic commitments on accelerating progress towards realizing the ICPD and SDGs in the Decade of Action leading up to 2030. Our strategic plan calls upon UN Member States, organizations and individuals to "build forward better", while addressing the negative impacts of the Covid-19 pandemic on women's and girls' access to sexual and reproductive health and reproductive rights, recover lost gains and realize our goals.In a world where fundamental human rights are at risk, we need principled and ethical staff, who embody these international norms and standards, and who will defend them courageously and with full conviction.UNFPA is seeking candidates that transform, inspire and deliver high impact and sustained results; we need staff who are transparent, exceptional in how they manage the resources entrusted to them and who commit to deliver excellence in programme results. You would be responsible for:A. Strategic technical supportIdentify priority areas in the area of human rights, particularly reproductive rights in the context of ICPD, the SDGs and develop UNFPA strategic positions and related policies, frameworks, evidence-based arguments, and operational strategies, in collaboration and coordination with other branches, and Geneva Liaison Office, including in the context of increasing polarization, pushback, crises, and climate induced humanitarian situations;Support the mainstreaming of human rights and leaving no one behind (LNOB) in national and regional efforts to improve sexual and reproductive health, including in the context of UNFPA's four Strategic Outcomes of its 2026-2029 Strategic Plan: family planning maternal health , and Gender Based Violence including Harmful Practices and demographic change;Leading Leaving No One Behind efforts within UNFPA, including in taking forward ongoing focus areas related to Indigenous Issues, supporting UNFPA's work on persons with disabilities, persons of African Descent, supporting LGBTQI+ efforts, and overall efforts to address discrimination and inequalities;Support the integration of the human rights-based vision of the ICPD mandate in UN intergovernmental discussions and fora, including the Agenda 2030 development agenda and any other special events and conferences;Understand and respond to the needs of the country offices through the regional offices, in developing and updating policies, methodology, frameworks, guidance, standards, instruments and tools related to incorporation of human rights including leaving no one behind and its linkages to the ICPD mandate;Support the implementation and coordination of the UNFPA-OHCHR Framework of Cooperation 2026-2030;Support UNFPA's work in measuring, strengthening, and implementing laws to guarantee access to SRHR and protect women and girls from violence and discrimination.B. Results-based managementEnsure incorporation of evaluation results, lessons learned and new knowledge in the updating of strategies, policies, tools and approaches on human rights and their linkages with the achievement of the SDGS;Develop substantive indicators, tools and guidance, and substantive quality assurance framework, for human rights and LNOB-related programming and evaluations;Contribute to technical and programming support efforts, in coordination with the Division External Relations, in the area of human rights and LNOB and linkages with UNFPA's four outcomes.C. Capacity developmentSupport the work of international human rights mechanisms with a mandate to promote, monitor and protect sexual and reproductive health and rights, including the Universal Periodic Review of the Human Rights Council, UN Treaty Bodies and Special Procedure mandate-holders; Liaise and support civil society networks and organizations advocating for human rights and sexual and reproductive health and rights;Provide technical assistance and support to UNFPA regional, sub-regional and country offices to mainstream human rights in their programming frameworks and advocacy strategies; Guide the organizational effort to develop technical capacity of National Human Rights Institutions (NHRIs) to conduct country assessments of sexual and reproductive health and rights, national public inquiries and policy dialogues;Provide substantive technical capacity development of government officials, Civil Society Organizations, NHRIs and other relevant national stakeholders to track the implementation of recommendations issued by international human rights mechanisms with a focus on the Universal Periodic Review;Identify, develop and adapt training materials and manuals on reporting to international human rights mechanisms and implementation of recommendations with a focus on the Universal Periodic Review; and treaty bodies;Develop the capacities of UNFPA staff capacities on human rights and application of a Human Rights-Based Approach to programming through the development and roll-out of training and learning materials, including through in-person workshops at global, regional or national level and online courses; Coach and manage mid level and junior professional staff and associates, direct expert consultants and facilitate working groups and task teams.D. Evidence and knowledge development and disseminationLead the analysis methodology and conceptual thinking related to UNFPA's work on SDG indicators 5.6.1 and 5.6.2 (women's decision-making for SRHR and laws that guarantee full and equal access to SRHR) and jointly with UNFPA's data teams, strategically position women's sexual and reproductive agency, and its measurement, in the post 2030 Agenda;     Ensure that evidence, technical knowledge and analysis of lessons learned on HRBA and LNOB to programming and sexual and reproductive health and rights are collected, managed, disseminated and available for application in UNFPA operations, in collaboration with the Regional Offices, and UNFPA technical networks;Assemble briefing and background materials on human rights and its linkages with reproductive health and poverty reduction strategies and the achievement of the SDGS for senior management staff;Prepare briefing notes and background materials on a human rights based approach and LNOB to programming and on the promotion and protection of sexual and reproductive rights to serve the information needs of senior managers, other UNFPA colleagues and relevant partners.E. Technical representationRepresent UNFPA on human rights leaving no one behind, and gender equality  issues, elaborate UNFPA's human rights global perspective, and advocate in international, inter-governmental, U.N., and other policy and technical meetings and fora;Support the Executive Director in her role in the UN Principal Level Human Rights Group, to be created as part of UN Reforms;Collaborate with UN agencies, academia, research and training institutions, professional societies, and act as technical focal point for inter-agency working groups on human rights, including the Inter-Agency Working Group for the SG's Call to Action on Human Rights, the UN Interagency group on CEDAW reporting and any other UN inter-agency mechanism and theme groups, as required;Act as the Division's substantive focal point on human rights and LNOB; and carry out any other duties as may be required by the Branch Chief or Division Director. Work relations:Support partnership on human rights across UN entities, as well as with civil society and academia and donor countries. Work closely with any other LNOB functions in the Division Knowledge and Experience: 10 years of increasingly responsible professional experience in human rights and its linkages with reproductive health and poverty reduction strategies and the achievement of the SDGs of which seven years are at the international level;An acknowledged expert and recognized authority in the technical area; Understanding of human rights dimensions of gender equality policies and programmes, essentialBroad experience in gender programming, essentialKnowledge and experience of working on legal issues and civil society involvement in related security & protection, an assetStrong track record of technical leadership, publications, and proven ability to produce demonstrable results;Extensive network within the academic and development community;Field experience is essential. Education:  Advanced University Degree in human rights and development, or other fields directly related to the substantive area identified in the title of the post.Languages: Fluency in English required and French or Spanish desirable. Good knowledge of another UN official language is an asset.Excellent drafting skills in English required, and in French and/or Spanish desirable.  Required Competencies: Values:Exemplifying integrity, Demonstrating commitment to UNFPA and the UN system, Embracing cultural diversity, Embracing changeCore Competencies: Achieving results,Being accountable,Developing and applying professional expertise/business acumen,Thinking analytically and strategically,Working in teams/managing ourselves and our relationships Functional Competencies:Conceptual innovation in the provision of technical expertiseLeveraging the resources of national governments and partners/Building strategic alliances and partnershipsJob knowledge/Technical expertise. Managerial Competencies (if applicable):Providing strategic focus; Engaging internal/ external partners and stakeholders; Leading, developing and empowering people/creating a culture of performance;Making decisions and exercising judgment  Compensation and Benefits:This position offers an attractive remuneration package including a competitive net salary plus health insurance and other benefits as applicable. UNFPA Work Environment:UNFPA provides a work environment that reflects the values of gender equality, diversity, integrity and healthy work-life balance. 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