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Context:After nearly two years of civil conflict in Sudan, women and girls continue to pay a high price. Millions have been driven from their homes, and now the country is facing the worst levels of food insecurity ever recorded. Around 8.5 million people are on the verge of famine, including an estimated 203,000 pregnant women. Some 755,000 people, including 18,000 pregnant women, are already in famine conditions. The ongoing war has stripped women and girls of everything they need to survive – food, medical support and shelter. Close to 80 percent of hospitals in conflict-affected areas are no longer functioning, with facilities destroyed, looted or struggling with staff shortages and an acute lack of essential medicines and supplies. The health facilities that remain operational are overwhelmed by the influx of people seeking care, many of whom are internally displaced, straining the country's health system to its very limits. Most women and girls in areas affected by conflict have no access to the reproductive health and protection services they desperately need.Harrowing levels of violence, including rape, kidnappings and forced and child marriage, continue to take an unacceptable toll on women and girls, creating an environment of fear for those with little recourse to services, support or justice. UNFPA is working with partners to provide life-saving reproductive health and protection services in areas with high numbers of internally displaced people. This includes deploying mobile teams and supplies to build capacity for maternal health, including emergency obstetric care, and for the clinical management of rape, as well as supporting safe spaces. The position:The Representative leads the country office team in the design and implementation of a population and development and sexual and reproductive health country programme. Through alliances and partnerships with governments, UN and bilateral agencies, development partners, civil society, academia and the private sector, the programme aims to realize the 2030 Agenda in order to make a positive difference in the lives of millions of people; especially those furthest behind. 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 expands choices and possibilities for women and young people to lead healthy and productive lives. Our work is derived from the ICPD Programme of Action; that all human beings are entitled to equal rights and protections and no one person should be left behind in the fulfillment of their fundamental human rights. In a world where fundamental human rights are at risk, we need principled and ethical leaders, who embody these international norms and standards that have come under threat, and who will courageously and with full conviction defend them.UNFPA's strategic plan (2022-2025), focuses on three transformative results: to end preventable maternal deaths; end unmet need for family planning; and end gender-based violence and harmful practices.UNFPA is seeking leaders that transform, inspire and deliver high impact and sustained results; leaders who can drive the 2030 Agenda through innovation, co-creation and systems-thinking and who thrive working in an increasingly dynamic context. We need leaders who are transparent, exceptional in how they manage the resources entrusted to them and who commit to deliver excellence in programme results.Candidates are competing to become members of our prestigious Leadership Pool; the next generation of UNFPA leaders; and our pipeline for international rotational posts. Staff on International rotational posts are required to serve in a variety of contexts including hardship and non-family duty stations. Job Purpose:We need visionary leaders who stand up for the values inherent in the UN Charter: peace, justice, respect, human rights, tolerance and solidarity; who are able to maneuver complex political settings including humanitarian and emergency; who can leverage multi- stakeholder partnerships and coalitions; who think creatively, innovatively and connect cross-pillars of evidence, knowledge and experience; and who consistently seek greater system-wide solutions that reach beyond individual entities and interests.Under the guidance of the Regional Director for Arab States, you will lead a Country team in the development and management of an innovative Country Programme of Cooperation focused on population and development and universal access to sexual and reproductive health and rights, including maternal health, family planning, gender, and adolescent and youth empowerment.You are accountable for the effective implementation of the Country Programme, playing the lead role in promoting the mandate of the organization, and ensuring the integration of issues of sexual and reproductive health and rights in the broader national development agenda. Through engagement with national counterparts, UN Country Teams, compelling advocacy, and delivery of effective programmes, including in emergency settings, you serve on the frontline of the organization, validating both the mandate of the organization and its ability to deliver high quality support and results. Your ultimate accountability is to the people that you serve; the most vulnerable, excluded, or marginalized and for the causes that you serve; human rights, sustainable development and humanitarian relief.Aside from the country office in Port Sudan, there are an additional five field offices which require oversight and engagement.   You would be responsible for:Strategic direction, planning and managementLead the positioning of UNFPA on strategic issues in the country on the basis of global, regional and national policies and strategiesBuild institutional relationships with government counterparts, civil society, the private sector, the UN community, other international/national organizations, academia and bilaterals that galvanize support for UNFPA's mandate in both Baghdad and Erbil officesPromote UNFPA's role in the national development agenda, and in the changing aid environmentEstablish priorities for the work of the Country Office in line with regional and global UNFPA corporate priorities as well as in line with the UNSDCF prioritiesPromote joint UN programming using UNFPA's mandated areas to engage women and girls more effectivelyEnsure that policies, programming tools, state-of-the-art knowledge and sound business practices are incorporated into UNFPA country operationsLead and coordinate the development of a strategic plan for UNFPA's humanitarian and preparedness actions in-countrySupport the co-financing of UNFPA programs from national budget     Management of resourcesManage international and national staff providing them with direction and motivation; fostering empowerment, learning and career managementDemonstrate performance appraisal and transparent leadership approaches that support a culture of growth and development, where good performance is incentivized and underperformers are held to accountAttract and retain the highest caliber of staff for the Country OfficeSet standards of performance, and assign responsibilities for achieving results according to the Country Office Strategic Information SystemDrive the formulation and implementation of a comprehensive resource mobilization and partnership strategy including donor relations and effective mobilisation of funds; securing and efficiently using mobilised funds and assigned budget allocations for the country programmeEnsure the safety, security and wellbeing of staff by driving compliance with Minimum Operating Security Standards (MOSS) and Minimum Operational Residential Security Standards (MORSS)Programme leadership and representationAdvise senior management of UNFPA on country level issuesProvide leadership in the development and execution of the organization's country level policy dialogue and programme, including delivery of technical assistance for capacity development and for humanitarian situationsEngage national counterparts through effective advocacy on UNFPA's agenda; build support for programme objectives and create awareness of the role of ICPD issues in the overall development agenda and achievement of the Sustainable Development GoalsRepresent UNFPA within the inter-agency United Nations Country Team (UNCT) and the UN Humanitarian Team; support the UN Resident Coordinator (RC) as UNCT leader, promoting integration of population and development, and sexual and reproductive health issues in the development and humanitarian agenda; contribute to the UN reform process including the triple nexus (Development, Humanitarian and Peace) within the UNCT contextDrive UNFPA accountability for the UN Flash Appeal/ Humanitarian Response plan and contribute actively to the achievement of the United Nations Development Assistance Framework (UNDAF) common results, including through chairing/co-chairing UNCT Results GroupsInitiate programme and technical support opportunities for South to South collaboration with other countries.     Programme oversight and coordinationDrive the application of results-based management and quality assurance frameworks for the work of the Country Office;Enforce financial and monitoring processes to ensure the Country Office complies with UNFPA policies and procedures, corporate requirements and audit recommendations;Carry out any other duties as may be required by the Regional Director for whom you report to. Qualifications and Experience Education:Postgraduate university degree in any of the following disciplines: Public Health, Medicine, Sociology, Demography, Gender, International Relations, International Development, Economics, Public Administration, Management or other related field. Knowledge and Experience:15 years of increasingly responsible professional experience in public administration and international development of which at least 8 years in the field of population and development, sexual and reproductive health or humanitarian at the international level;Current knowledge of issues of population and development, sexual and reproductive health, and their place in the development and humanitarian agenda;Proven ability to lead teams to achieve demonstrable and high quality resultsExperience at national and international level in advocacy and policy dialogueExperience in media/communication with partners, and public informationExperience in international development, particularly in the mandate of UNFPA and dedication to the principles of the United Nations;Field experience is essential including management of a complex country with a humanitarian profile is compulsory. Previous experience as a Representative and/or Humanitarian Coordinator will be considered advantageously Able to work effectively in stressful situationsUnderstanding of and experience in applying UN security and duty of care obligations in non-family duty stations is critical  Languages:Fluency in English. Working knowledge of Arabic is a strong asset.  Required CompetenciesValues:Exemplifying integrity,Demonstrating commitment to UNFPA and the UN system,Embracing cultural diversity,Embracing changeManagerial Competencies:Providing strategic focus,Engaging in internal/external partners and stakeholders,Leading, developing and empowering people, creating a culture of performanceMaking decisions and exercising judgmentCore 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 impactUN Leadership Characteristics:Norm-based - grounded in UN norms and standardsPrincipled - defends norms and standards without discrimination, fear or favourInclusive of all personnel and stakeholdersAccountableMulti-dimensionalTransformationalCollaborativeSelf-applied - modelled in our own behaviour Compensation and BenefitsThis position offers an attractive remuneration package including a competitive net salary plus cost of living adjustment, housing allowance, home leave, health insurance and other benefits. 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. 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.       ______________________________________________________________________ This is how cinfo can support you in the application process for this specific position:Before you apply for this position: Improve your application documents by registering for a Job Application Support.When invited to the interview: Prepare for the interview by registering for a Job Application Support.For Swiss nationals who get invited to the first round in the selection process (written test, interview, assessment centre, etc.):Please let us know so that we can inform our HR partners from the respective organisation and the Swiss Government to increase  your visibility: recruitment@cinfo.chBenefit from free interview preparation by registering for a Job Application Support.  ______________________________________________________________________

The Position:The Deputy Representative plays the leading role in the design and delivery of the UNFPA population and development and sexual and reproductive health country programme. Through building alliances and partnerships with governments, UN and bilateral agencies, development partners, civil society, academia and the private sector, the programme aims to realize the 2030 Agenda in order to make a positive difference in the lives of millions of people; especially those furthest behind. You are also responsible for day-to-day operations of the Mali Country Office, including supervising assigned country office staff. 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:Under the guidance of the Representative, you play a leading role in strengthening Mali's capacity to implement the ICPD Programme of Action, supporting national development efforts to achieve the SDGs, and ensuring national ownership. You are accountable for the effective development and management of an innovative Country Programme of Cooperation focused on population and development and universal access to sexual and reproductive health and rights, including maternal health, family planning, gender, and adolescent and youth empowerment. You are responsible for promoting, at the national level, the goals of the programme and ensuring the integration of issues of sexual and reproductive health and rights in the broader national development agenda. Through engagement with national counterparts, compelling advocacy, and delivery of effective programmes, including in emergency settings, you serve on the frontline, validating the mandate of the organization and its ability to deliver high quality results. Your ultimate accountability is to the people that you serve; the most vulnerable, excluded, or marginalized and for the causes that you serve; human rights, sustainable development and humanitarian relief. You would be responsible for:A. Programme LeadershipDevelop, manage and monitor the Country Programme, in line with the strategic plan and on the basis of demographic, socio-economic data and national population policies,Assess and address implications of national trends on UNFPA work in the countryExpand on the range of UNFPA's portfolio; develop new programme options in UNFPA's mandate area;Feedback country specificities on policy, procedures and lessons learned to the RO/SRO for the development of the global/regional strategic plan;Oversee technical assistance to partners and stakeholders in the countryEstablish quality standards for project development and deliveryWhere relevant, prioritise the formulation and execution of responses to the HIV/AIDS pandemic and humanitarian emergenciesB. National Capacity DevelopmentImplement a strategy for capacity building within the context of the global strategy; provide technical, material, financial and political support to strengthen national capacity on programmesFacilitate capacity building of national staff by devolving authority for portfolio management; guide programme implementation with substantive oversight and effective programme representationCreate an enabling environment for the implementation of the ICPD agendaCreate/improve national capacities to monitor, evaluate and learn from capacity development initiativesFoster knowledge sharing and innovative thinking in the country office, country and regionC. Partnership and AdvocacyPursue innovative ways to maintain and create new partnerships with government counterparts, civil society, the private sector, the UN community, other national organizations, academia and bilaterals on national prioritiesAdvocate for ICPD agenda with national institutions and other UN agencies represented at the national level;Promote South-South cooperation for the achievement of ICPD goalsMaintain a continuous flow of information with government and donorsAdvocate for organizational goals with national counterparts and within the United Nations system as part of coordinated development activities to align organizational goals with national priorities;Participate in the UN Common Country Assessment and the UN Development Assistance Framework exercises in the country as part of broader UN Reform initiativesD. Management of resourcesSupport the UNFPA Representative in the management of the Country Office including formulation of annual work plans and monitoring implementation through consultations and field visitsSupport the design and implementation of a resource mobilization and partnership strategy; securing and using mobilised funds and budget allocations for the country programmeSupport the Representative in the management of staff, providing them with direction and motivation; fostering empowerment, learning and career managementDemonstrate performance appraisal and transparent leadership approaches that support a culture of growth and development, where good performance is incentivized and underperformers are held to accountSet standards of performance, and assign responsibilities for achieving results according to the Country Office Strategic Information SystemProvide support to JPOs on career issues and advise managers on the JPO programmeSupport the development of a strategic plan for UNFPA's humanitarian and preparedness actions in-countrySupport the staff safety by driving compliance with Minimum Operating Security Standards (MOSS) and Minimum Operational Residential Security Standards (MORSS)Carry out any other duties as may be required by the Country Representative.  Qualifications and Experience:  Education:  Postgraduate university degree in any of the following disciplines: Public Health, Medicine, Sociology, Demography, Gender, International Relations, International Development, Economics, Public Administration, Management or other related field.Knowledge and Experience: 10 years of increasingly responsible professional experience in public administration and international development including programme designing, appraising and management; of which at least 8 years in the field of population and development, sexual and reproductive health or humanitarian at the international levelDemonstrated ability to refine programme design to ensure alignment of organizational programme objectives to national priorities/capacitiesExperience at national and international level in advocacy and policy dialogueExcellent media/communication skills to foster engaged partnerships and to maintain political partnerships in the assigned countryProven ability to lead teams to achieve demonstrable and high quality resultsExperience in international development, particularly in the mandate of UNFPA and dedication to the principles of the United Nations;Field experience is essential; experience from a developing, humanitarian context is an asset.Languages: Fluency in English and French is required. 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 impactManagerial Competencies:Providing strategic focus,Engaging in internal/external partners and stakeholders,Leading, developing and empowering people, creating a culture of performance,Making decisions and exercising judgmentUN Leadership Characteristics:Norm-based - grounded in UN norms and standardsPrincipled - defends norms and standards without discrimination, fear or favourInclusive of all personnel and stakeholdersAccountableMulti-dimensionalTransformationalCollaborativeSelf-applied - modeled in our own behaviour UNFPA Work Environment:UNFPA provides a work environment that reflects the values of equality, diversity, integrity, and healthy work life balance. We are committed to ensuring gender parity and therefore encourage women to apply. Individuals from minority groups, indigenous populations, persons with disabilities, and other underrepresented groups are highly encouraged to apply.Appointment, Compensation and Benefits:The initial fixed-term appointment of a staff member shall be for a period of one year. A fixed-term appointment may be renewed, subject to satisfactory service. A fixed-term appointment does not carry any expectancy, legal or otherwise, of renewal or conversion, irrespective of the length of service. UNFPA offers an attractive remuneration package including a competitive net salary plus health insurance and other benefits as applicable.Disclaimer: UNFPA does not charge any application, processing, training, interviewing, testing or other fee in connection with the application or recruitment process. Fraudulent notices, letters or offers may be submitted to the UNFPA fraud hotline http://www.unfpa.org/help/hotline.cfmPersons applying to positions in the 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.  To view the complete job description and apply to this position, click "Apply Now" below.       ______________________________________________________________________ This is how cinfo can support you in the application process for this specific position:Before you apply for this position: Improve your application documents by registering for a Job Application Support.When invited to the interview: Prepare for the interview by registering for a Job Application Support.For Swiss nationals who get invited to the first round in the selection process (written test, interview, assessment centre, etc.):Please let us know so that we can inform our HR partners from the respective organisation and the Swiss Government to increase  your visibility: recruitment@cinfo.chBenefit from free interview preparation by registering for a Job Application Support.  ______________________________________________________________________

The Position:Under the direct supervision of the UNFPA Representative, the International Operations Manager (IOM) provides leadership and advice to the Country Office (CO) on all aspects of office management and operations. The IOM supervises CO staff as assigned by the Representative.  Job Purpose:The IOM ensures a smooth functioning, well-managed and results-oriented country office (CO) and facilitates programme implementation and delivery by providing for the operational needs of programmes and projects managed at the CO. S/he will ensure the CO is strengthened and supported in its operations, needs and queries by ensuring administrative management policies, regulations, rules and procedures are compatible with CO needs.S/he plays a leading role in achieving key results which have an impact on the overall economy, efficiency and effectiveness of Country Office operations, and the functioning of UNFPA in line with the use of corporate resources in the following areas:Financial ServicesHuman ResourcesProcurement and Logistical ServicesICTImplementation of the UN agenda on common services and joint procurement   You would be responsible for :     A. Strategic direction of UNFPA operationsContribute to the delivery of the country programme, and ensure overall operations are carried out effectively, in a transparent manner and in compliance with established policies, procedures and rulesEnsure annual and longer-term management targets, at the UNFPA corporate and Country Office level are metDetermine optimal approaches for improving effectiveness and efficiency of businessmanagement, fostering innovation and furthering operational excellenceDrive knowledge management practices within the Country OfficeBuild capacity of staff through coaching and mentoring on operations management relevant for programme implementation and sound project management.B.  Day-to-day management of UNFPA's operationsFinancial Management: ensure the integrity of financial systems, review of budget requirements and the consistent application of rules and regulationsHuman Resources Management: Support the Representative in the recruitment and management of staff, providing them with direction and motivation; fostering empowerment; learning and career management and promoting cross-unit team workSupervise operations staff demonstrating performance appraisal and transparent leadership approaches that support a culture of growth and development, where good performance is incentivized and underperformers are held to accountGeneral Administration: Oversee CO travel, logistics and premises; establishment of work plans, and monitoring of the achievement of results in collaboration with programme staffEnsure high quality provision of procurement and other project support services; monitor quality and timeliness of services provided by Service ProvidersRoutinely monitor financial exception reports for unusual activities, transactions, and alert HQ to any unusual transactions.C.  Support and coordination of UNFPA's common servicesProvide policy support, guidance and advocacy at the country level on development, establishment and management of common services with other participating UN organizations/ agenciesEnsure that common services and joint arrangements benefit UNFPA in its objective to provide efficient and economical support services to the implementation of the country programme.D.  Safety and security of UNFPA staff and premisesSupport staff safety by driving compliance with UN Minimum Operating Security Standards (MOSS) and Minimum Operational Residential Security Standards (MORSS)Together with the Representative, represent UNFPA in the Security Management Team and effectively implement security measures agreed in the SMT in compliance with security policy in UNFPARepresent UNFPA in Operations Management Team (OMT) meetings, ensuring that UNFPA interests are respected and value for money for goods and services are in line with best business practices.E.  Partnership building on operational issuesRepresent UNFPA in inter-agency administrative meetings, and ensure smooth cooperation between agencies on joint undertakings such as hardship questionnaires and salary surveys Identify new approaches and measures to further enhance UNFPA delivery capacities, professional management and cost effectiveness Promote a client-oriented approach among all operations staff.F.  Carry out any other duties as may be required by the Country Representative, Regional Office management or Headquarters.   Qualifications and Experience:  Education:  Advanced university degree in any of the following disciplines : Public Administration or Business Administration, Economics, Management or other related field. Knowledge and Experience: Five years of progressively responsible professional experience in administration, finance or office management.Thorough knowledge of the UN Staff Rules and Regulations, HR management policies, financial rules and regulations and procurement. Ability to build strong relationships with clients, focus on impact and result, and respond positively to feedbackStrong analytical and leadership skills. Strong verbal and written communication skills. Ability to lead business process re-engineering, to implement new systems, and to positively affect staff behavioural/ attitudinal changesInitiative ; strong conceptual abilities; sound judgment; strong interest in development work, especially the mission of UNFPA; and dedication to the principles of the United Nations. Field experience is essential ; experience from a developing, humanitarian context is an asset.  Languages:  Fluency in French and English.  Required Competencies: Values:Exemplifying integrityDemonstrating commitment to UNFPA and the UN systemEmbracing cultural diversity Embracing changeCore Competencies:Achieving resultsBeing accountableDeveloping and applying professional expertise/business acumenThinking analytically and strategicallyWorking in teams/managing ourselves and our relationships Communicating for impact Managerial Competencies (if applicable):Providing strategic focusEngaging in internal/external partners and stakeholdersLeading, developing and empowering people, creating a culture of performance Making decisions and exercising judgmentUN Leadership Characteristics:Norm-based - grounded in UN norms and standards Principled - defends norms and standards without discrimination, fear or favour.Inclusive of all personnel and stakeholdersAccountableMulti-dimensionalTransformationalCollaborativeSelf-applied - modelled in our own behaviourCompensation and Benefits:This position offers an attractive remuneration package commensurate with the level of the post. The package includes a competitive net salary plus cost of living adjustment, housing allowance, home leave, health insurance and other benefits. Disclaimer:UNFPA does not charge any application, processing, training, interviewing, testing or other fee in connection with the application or recruitment process. Should you have received a solicitation for the payment of a fee, please disregard it. You are advised to apply particular care when submitting personal information on the web. Should you feel that you have received a fraudulent notice, letter or offer, you may submit a report through the UNFPA fraud hotline http://www.unfpa.org/help/hotline.cfmIn accordance with the rules of the United Nations, persons applying to posts in the international Professional category, who hold permanent resident status in a country other than their country of nationality, are required to renounce such status upon their appointment. Exceptions to this rule are very limited and can be made only for : (a) stateless persons; (b) newly appointed staff members who have applied for citizenship by naturalization, when such citizenship will be granted imminently; (c) active staff members in the General Service and related categories with permanent residency status, on promotion to the Professional category; (d) staff members appointed under a temporary appointment. Please understand that UNFPA is not in a position to provide advice on or assistance in applying for any citizenship.        ______________________________________________________________________ This is how cinfo can support you in the application process for this specific position:Before you apply for this position: Improve your application documents by registering for a Job Application Support.When invited to the interview: Prepare for the interview by registering for a Job Application Support.For Swiss nationals who get invited to the first round in the selection process (written test, interview, assessment centre, etc.):Please let us know so that we can inform our HR partners from the respective organisation and the Swiss Government to increase  your visibility: recruitment@cinfo.chBenefit from free interview preparation by registering for a Job Application Support.  ______________________________________________________________________

The Position:The Project Management Specialist is located in UNFPA Burkina Faso country office. Under the general guidance of the Resident Representative and the direct supervision of the Deputy Representative, the Project Specialist will be responsible for providing strategic and technical support of the project coordination, management, implementation and reporting. She/he will work closely with the Office staff and particularly the project team. She/he assists in advocating and mainstreaming the rights-based approach and result-based management to development programming and implementation. The job also involves maintaining constructive relationships with stakeholders; the Government and Local administrative authorities, civil society organizations, other UN agencies, donors and the private sector.The project called «Basic Rights, Peace and Equality for all in the Sahel and Northern regions of Burkina Faso» is the result of strategic partnership between UNFPA and Korea International Cooperation Agency. The goal of the project is to contribute to the improving of gender equality, protection, empowerment of women and youth and strengthening peace building and social cohesion in conflict affected areas of the Sahel and Northern regions of Burkina Faso. 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 program results. Job Purpose:You would be responsible for:1.Technical AssistanceCarry out screening of project activities and help to prepare Implementing partners  annual workplans and their implementation;Contribute substantially to the development/strengthening of national strategic and technical plans when required;Assessment of the technical assistance needs and delivery of technical assistance including partner reports when required, to ensure timely delivery of project targets.Support data collection and analysis of the project;Produce project analytical inputs for defining IP capacities for delivering integrated SRH, AYFSRH, GBV, Women empowerment, peace activities in the project areas;Prepare position papers on critical issues related to the project implementation through provision and analysis of information, preparation of speaking points and briefing notes, and through internal information dissemination;2. Capacity Building and System EfficiencyContribute in the planning and organizing of training activities and act as resource person and facilitator during such events;Support in the design of project training modules along with partners, when needed;Design and deliver capacity building inputs for ensuring the implementation of the entire project;Contribute to the documentation of results and impacts of project activities;Contribute when needed, to the procurement procedures in support of the review of projects/fund requests and the monitoring and tracking of allocation and utilization of budgeted resources for project process.     3. Risk ManagementIdentify the project risks and triggers;Develop and share a plan that links each risk to a mitigation;Monitor for risk triggers and communicate risk status throughout project;Implement the project mitigating action plan if any risk materializes.4. Monitoring, Evaluation and ReportingSupport a monitoring and evaluation team aiming by organizing regular (quarterly) monitoring filed visits to cover selected activities. Support the production and presentation of the local implementers' annual reports and the public presentation of the final report;Substantively contribute to the preparation and review of quarterly financial and programmatic (performance) reports, and in the consolidation of reports to the Donor;Prepare updates or briefings with regard to implementation of the Project;Contribute to the production of the project periodic (quarterly, mi-term an annual) report.5. Partnership building and resource mobilizationFacilitate partnerships with a wide variety of governmental, non-governmental, UN Agencies, multilateral and private sector to strengthen project achievements;Contribute to the overall resource mobilization strategy by analyzing information on potential donors, identify opportunities for cost sharing, initiation of new projects and support proposal formulation, submission and approval;When required, contribute to the work of UNSDCF working groups and humanitarian clusters;Undertake advocacy tasks such as preparing statements, advocacy materials, presentations, and strategy papers in the specific thematic areas.6. Communication, visibility and Knowledge sharingIdentify, pursue and develop section inputs to UNFPA and UN and other publications and working documents for programme development and promotional purposes. This includes the preparation of case studies, best practice guidelines, briefing notes, related to the project;Identify, pursue and develop news stories, case studies, and briefs for publication in UNFPA, UN, UN Agency and other publications. This involves close consultation with UNFPA Communications Unit;Use effectively the social media to ensure the visibility of UNFPA and the project;Contribute to the visibility of the Donor;Support the provision of regular synthesis of lessons learnt and best practices with regard to the implementation of the project areas;Contribute to the annual compilation and dissemination of UNFPA Burkina Faso results in building community resilience.7. OtherAny other responsibility specifically related to the concerned program portfolio as assigned by the supervisor  Qualifications and Experience: Education:  Master's degree (or equivalent) in International Development, Public Administration, Social Sciences, Project Management, or another related field;A minimum of 3 years of relevant experience working with government and project managements including in humanitarian and crisis settings;Minimum 5 years of experience working on project management including in humanitarian and crisis settings, of which 2 are at the international level;Experience in capacity building and training in the areas of planning, preparation and implementation of community resilience projects would be an asset;Strong experience in Result-based Management;Demonstrated ability to manage multi-stakeholder processes;Familiarity with UNFPA/UN systems;Proven ability to produce demonstrable results;Excellent interpersonal skills;Experience of working with KOICA funding projects would be an assetLanguages: Strong oral and written communication skills in French and English;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:Conflict Management ;Result orientation ;Teamwork;Self–management and emotional intelligence;Promoting Organizational Learning and Knowledge Sharing: Generates new ideas and approaches, researches best practices and proposes new, more effective ways of doing things; documents and analyses innovative strategies and new approaches;Promoting Accountability and Results-Based Management;Job Knowledge/Technical Expertise, Fundamental knowledge of processes, methods and procedures;Client Orientation: Researches potential solutions to internal and external client needs and reports back in a timely, succinct and appropriate fashion.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. 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.       ______________________________________________________________________ This is how cinfo can support you in the application process for this specific position:Before you apply for this position: Improve your application documents by registering for a Job Application Support.When invited to the interview: Prepare for the interview by registering for a Job Application Support.For Swiss nationals who get invited to the first round in the selection process (written test, interview, assessment centre, etc.):Please let us know so that we can inform our HR partners from the respective organisation and the Swiss Government to increase  your visibility: recruitment@cinfo.chBenefit from free interview preparation by registering for a Job Application Support.  ______________________________________________________________________ 

The Position:The EmpowerED programme, funded by Global Affairs Canada, aims to ensure that adolescents and youth have enhanced and equal enjoyment of Sexual and Reproductive Health and Rights (SRHR), bodily autonomy, and a life free from violence. This is achieved through comprehensive sexuality education (CSE) programmes that are linked to SRHR and GBV services, fostering an enabling environment with inclusive policies both in and out of school. 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 EmpowerED Programme Coordinator will lead the overall coordination, implementation, monitoring, and evaluation of the EmpowerED programme, ensuring that all activities are aligned with UNFPA's strategic goals and the specific objectives of the programme. The Programme Manager will provide technical and strategic leadership, fostering partnerships and ensuring effective communication and advocacy efforts.  The role requires collaboration with UNFPA country offices, regional offices, other UN agencies, donors, and partners to achieve desired outcomes.The EmpowerED Programme Coordinator will be responsible for:  1. Programme Management and Coordination:Develop and execute annual work plans, budgets, and monitoring frameworks for the EmpowerED programme, ensuring timely and effective implementation of activities.Provide strategic direction in the implementation of the EmpowerED programme, ensuring coherence and alignment with UNFPA's Strategic Plan, EmpowerED Result-Based Framework and the strategic institutional priorities.Coordinate with UNFPA country offices, regional offices, and headquarters, as well as with other UN agencies, donors, and implementing partners, to ensure integrated and collaborative programme delivery. 2. Capacity Building:Provide guidance to country offices and partners on CSE, SRHR, and GBV, ensuring that all activities are evidence-based and adhere to international standards.Lead capacity-building efforts for UNFPA staff, government counterparts, and implementing partners, focusing on effective CSE programme design, implementation, monitoring and learning.Develop and disseminate technical guidance, tools, and resources to support the integration of gender-transformative CSE into national education systems and community-based programmes.Promote south-south learning platforms to increase opportunities for knowledge sharing and networking.  3. Monitoring, Evaluation, and Reporting:Oversee the development and implementation of monitoring and evaluation processes and reporting to assess the impact of the EmpowerED programme on SRHR and GBV outcomes.Maintain systematic and regular data collection, analysis, and reporting on programme performance, including progress towards targets and outcomes, identifying lessons learned and best practices.Analyse data to determine areas of progress, challenges and catalytic factors for programming. Develop communications packages to report on progress key highlights and best practices across the programme. Prepare high-quality reports for donors, senior management, and other stakeholders, ensuring transparency and accountability in programme delivery. 4. Advocacy and Strategic Partnerships:Lead advocacy efforts to promote the integration of CSE into national education policies and GBV prevention strategies, engaging with government officials, civil society, and other key stakeholders.Build and maintain strategic partnerships with UN agencies, donors, NGOs and CSOs, and other relevant actors to leverage resources and expertise for the EmpowerED programme, including youth-led and women-led organizations.Represent UNFPA in inter-agency fora, working groups, and other platforms, advocating for the importance of CSE in achieving SRHR outcomes, gender equality and preventing GBV.Ensure a permanent political and environmental scanning to facilitate the overall implementation of the programme. 5. Communication and Knowledge Management:Oversee development and implementation of the communication strategy to enhance the visibility and impact of the EmpowerED programme, including the creation of advocacy materials, case studies, and success stories.Foster a culture of continuous learning and knowledge sharing within the EmpowerED programme team and among partners, establishing platforms for exchanging best practices and lessons learned.Ensure that all communication materials and knowledge products are aligned with UNFPA's brand and strategic priorities. 6. Risk Management and Compliance:Identify and manage risks associated with the implementation of the EmpowerED programme, developing mitigation strategies and ensuring compliance with UNFPA policies and donor requirements.Ensure that all activities are conducted in accordance with UNFPA's ethical standards and principles, including gender equality, non-discrimination, and respect for human rights.Prepare mitigation strategies for identified risks during the implementation of the programme. Qualifications and Experience: Education:  Advanced university degree (Master's or equivalent) in public health, social sciences, education, international development, gender studies, or a related field. Knowledge and Experience: At least 7 years of professional experience in managing and implementing development programmes, with a focus on SRHR, CSE, and GBV prevention.Demonstrated experience in strategic planning, programme management, monitoring and evaluation, and capacity building.Proven experience in building and maintaining partnerships with governments, UN agencies, donors, and civil society organizations.Strong understanding of gender equality, SRHR, and GBV issues, with experience in applying gender-transformative approaches and human rights-based approaches in programme design and implementation.Knowledge and experience working on CSE including in curriculum development, and gender-transformative education.Knowledge and experience in conducting political and environmental scanning. Skills:Excellent project management skills, with the ability to manage multiple priorities and deliver results under tight deadlines.Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to translate data and evidence into actionable recommendations.Outstanding communication and advocacy skills, with the ability to influence and negotiate with diverse stakeholders.Capacity to work in multidisciplinary teams and promote consensus.Proficiency in the use of standard office software, including data analysis and project management tools. Languages: Fluency in English is required; knowledge of another official UN language is an asset. 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 Commitment to UNFPA's values and guiding principlesDeveloping People, Fostering Innovation and Empowerment, Performance ManagementKnowledge Sharing, Continuous Learning  Functional Competencies:Conceptual innovation in the provision of technical expertiseJob Knowledge, Technical ExpertiseManaging data, information and reportsManaging financial processes Compensation and Benefits:This position offers an attractive remuneration package including a competitive net salary plus cost-of-living adjustment, rental subsidy, education grant, home leave, 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. 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.To view the complete job description and apply to this position, click "Apply Now" below.       ______________________________________________________________________ This is how cinfo can support you in the application process for this specific position:Before you apply for this position: Improve your application documents by registering for a Job Application Support.When invited to the interview: Prepare for the interview by registering for a Job Application Support.For Swiss nationals who get invited to the first round in the selection process (written test, interview, assessment centre, etc.):Please let us know so that we can inform our HR partners from the respective organisation and the Swiss Government to increase  your visibility: recruitment@cinfo.chBenefit from free interview preparation by registering for a Job Application Support.  ______________________________________________________________________