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BackgroundUN Women, grounded in the vision of equality enshrined in the Charter of the United Nations, works for the elimination of discrimination against women and girls; the empowerment of women; and the achievement of equality between women and men as partners and beneficiaries of development, human rights, humanitarian action and peace and security.As part of the Governance and Participation Section in the Policy, Programme and Inter-Governmental Division, the Gender Equality, Health and HIV/AIDS Team works on the following key priorities in HIV: (a) promoting gender responsive national HIV frameworks and strategies; (b) strengthening the accountability of public institutions to deliver on gender equality commitments on HIV/AIDS; (c) securing a greater voice for organizations and networks of women living with HIV in decision-making and to hold governments accountable; (d) advocating for greater accountability standards and transparency in the implementation of gender equality commitments and in meeting the needs of women and girls, including in financing, and monitoring and evaluation within the HIV response; and in health: (e) supporting integration of gender equality in reproductive, maternal, newborn, child and adolescent health; (f) ending gender-based discrimination related to women's health and (g) removing structural constraints and barriers that compound the inequalities women face in seeking and accessing health; and (h) supporting women to participate in health-related decision-making and promote demand-generation through informing women of their rights to access reproductive and maternal health care and services.Under the direct supervision of the Policy Specialist, Gender Equality and HIV, the intern will support the UN Women Gender Equality, Health and HIV/AIDS Team research, collection of relevant data and resources, knowledge generation, production and dissemination, preparation for the strategic events and convenings, and programme ideas development on the intersections of gender equality and women's empowerment, health and HIV/AIDS Duties and ResponsibilitiesUndertake research, gather and systematize relevant data and information, provide analysis and writing for the thematic priorities of the Unit;Support in up-dating the key messaging on Gender Equality, Health and HIV/AIDS to inform briefing notes, talking points for use during various events and meetings, facts and figures;Provide support in preparation to the 25th International AIDS Conference, developing analytical pieces, key messages, data points for a journal article and events;Assist in collecting relevant data and resources on the intersections of climate change, gender equality and HIV/AIDS; as well as leadership and participation of and young women in health and HIV responsesSupport development, production and dissemination of the knowledge products developed by the Unit to increase the visibility of UN Women's work and showcase lessons learnt and good practices, including through social media communications;Help with the implementation of the global programme on investing in the leadership of adolescent girls and young women in the context of HIV/AIDS, distilling lessons learnt and supporting resource mobilization efforts;Support content development for the re-designed UN Women corporate web-site and its pages dedicated to HIV/AIDS;Assist in curating resources for the UN Women Gender Equality and HIV/AIDS Web Portal (http://www.genderandaids.org): including through reviewing and uploading recent resources, news, stories related to gender equality and HIV/AIDS, through library searches, internet searches, etc.; determining new feature stories for thehome page; prepare short summaries for the materials to be posted at the web-portal;Support team in organizing planned events and webinars, including, but not limited, to the events organized around the UN general Assembly high level review on HIV, 16 Days of Activism Against Gender-Based Violence, World AIDS Day, etc. CompetenciesCore Competencies:Awareness and Sensitivity Regarding Gender IssuesAccountabilityCreative Problem SolvingEffective CommunicationInclusive CollaborationStakeholder EngagementLeading by ExamplePlease visit this link for more information on UN Women's Core Values and Competencies:https://www.unwomen.org/en/about-us/employment/application-process#_Values Functional Competencies:Excellent analytical and research skills;Excellent writing skills;Strong organizational and planning skills;Ability to work well under pressure, and to meet deadlines;Strong interpersonal skills and ability to work as part of a team;Demonstrated expert knowledge of the pertinent substantive areas of work: gender equality, health and HIV/AIDS;Excellent knowledge of office software packages. Required Skills and ExperienceEducation:University studies in one of the following disciplines: Public Health, Social Studies, Gender Studies, Political Science, International Relations or other relevant subjects is required.Meet one of the following:Be enrolled in a graduate school programme (second university degree or equivalent, or higher);Be enrolled in the final academic year of a first university degree programme (minimum Bachelor's level or equivalent);Have graduated with a university degree and, if selected, must commence the internship within a two-year period of graduation; orBe enrolled in a postgraduate professional traineeship program which is part of a degree programme and undertake the internship as part of the program requirements. Language:Excellent communication skills (written and oral) in English are required;Working knowledge of another UN language is an advantage. 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BackgroundThe duration of the assignment is until 31 December 2024. Whereas an external candidate will be offered a temporary appointment; subject to release agreements, staff members in UN Women may be administered as a temporary assignment and staff members in the UN Common system may be administered under a loan arrangement. UN Women, grounded in the vision of equality enshrined in the Charter of the United Nations, works for the elimination of discrimination against women and girls; the empowerment of women; and the achievement of equality between women and men as partners and beneficiaries of development, human rights, humanitarian action and peace and security. Placing women's rights at the center of all its efforts, UN Women will lead and coordinate United Nations System efforts to ensure that commitments on gender equality and gender mainstreaming translate into action throughout the world. It will provide strong and coherent leadership in support of Member States' priorities and efforts, building effective partnerships with civil society and other relevant actors. The Policy, Programme, and Intergovernmental Division (PPID) is responsible for providing the vision and strategic direction on UN Women's programmes and policy initiatives globally and integrated support to regional and country offices. UN Women's engagement with International Geneva reflects the deep partnership between the UN System and Switzerland, and an evolving ecology of international assistance and development. UN Women, as the recognized leader within the UN System for gender equality and the empowerment of women and girls, partners with Geneva-based UN Agencies and Organizations to leverage UN-System wide resources and capabilities. UN Women Geneva presence is focused on invigorating its role in this vibrant network and contributing essential knowledge and influence to catalyze progress in line with international commitments and agreed-upon standards for gender equality and the empowerment of women and girls across the fields of humanitarian action, human rights, disaster risk reduction, economic empowerment, as well as peace and security. Some of the main goals of the office are:Lead the United Nations System commitment to gender equality, women's empowerment, and the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) in a new way that leverages the powerful complementarity of normative, coordination and operational elements of the organization's mandate; and ensure linkages across the humanitarian-development and peace/resilience agenda. Influence normative, inter-governmental decision-making processes to incorporate a gender perspective in the resolutions of the Human Rights Council and other relevant mechanisms and platforms, increasing collaboration among UN Women's partners and stakeholders including member states, UN agencies and civil society organizations. Catalyze results for advancing gender equality and women's empowerment commitments in sudden onset humanitarian emergencies and protracted crises through UN Women's membership in the Inter-Agency Standing Committee for Coordination of Humanitarian Assistance. In 2023, a record 339 million people need humanitarian assistance – a significant increase from 274 million people at the beginning of 2022.[1] Across humanitarian contexts, the gendered impacts of crises are starkly evident, and too often ignored. In recognition of this, there is a sustained call for UN Women to strengthen its role in the humanitarian system, particularly in light of its ascension to the IASC in October 2022.UN Women's Humanitarian Strategy 2022-2025 guides its response to the world's most complex humanitarian crises, seeking to leverage its triple mandate to support humanitarian actors deliver for women and girls. Through this strategy, UN Women seeks to:Facilitate the integration of gender equality, and the leadership of crisis affected women, into the coordination and implementation of UN-led humanitarian and refugee responses, to strengthen accountability to gender in humanitarian action commitments (Gender in Humanitarian Action coordination); andStrengthen protection and livelihood support to crisis-affected women and girls. Strengthening strategic communications on gender impacts of humanitarian crises and UN Women's approaches and partnerships is included as a top priority in the operational plan guiding the implementation of UN Women's humanitarian strategy during the last two years of the Global Strategic Plan.Under the guidance and direct supervision of director of UNWOMEN Geneva/Chief of Humanitarian section, the communication specialist will lead the communication and advocacy activities of the UNWOMEN Geneva office and will collaborate closely with the Headquarters, Regional, Multi-Country Office and Country Offices' (RO/MCO/CO) colleagues to ensure communications strategies, media relations and organizational outreach efforts are aligned with corporate communications policies and initiatives. The Communications Specialist also collaborates with RO/MCO and CO colleagues to support outreach campaigns, resource mobilization and donor relations initiatives with a strong focus on sudden onset emergencies and protracted displacement/humanitarian crises; The Communication Specialist mobilizes support in conjunction with intergovernmental processes and support the activities and special events organized for UN Women.[1] OCHA (2022). Global Humanitarian Overview 2023. https://reliefweb.int/report/world/global-humanitarian-overview-2023-enaresfr. Duties and Responsibilities 1. Lead the development and implementation of communication and outreach/advocacy strategies and plans, with a specific focus on media, including on communications in humanitarian crisesConduct communication needs assessments for UNWOMEN Geneva office hosted thematic programme areas including projects, programmes and corporate change initiatives.Design, develop, and implement communication and outreach/advocacy strategies, including media strategies; ensure gender perspective;Integrate communication, advocacy and outreach strategies into proposals for project/programmes and other initiatives;Monitor and analyze print and social media and prepare reports;Launch in-country UN Women/ UN system corporate and local/regional campaigns and special events;Provide advice and guidance to and coordinate with programme managers and team leads on the programme /project specific communication tools & strategies. 2. Lead the development and dissemination of advocacy materials in the UNWOMEN Geneva office with focus -among other areas- on UN Women's humanitarian programming in relation to GIHA coordination and service delivery as well as partnerships with local actors, including local women led organizationsDevelop and produce communication and advocacy instruments and materials, including briefing materials, press releases, and articles and coordinate its dissemination through effective channels;Identify and launch information opportunities, activities, approaches and platforms and partners;Provide advice on advocacy materials and coordinate launching flagship initiatives and publications in the region;Lead the engagement and supervision of video producers and other communication specialists to produce audio/ visual material on UN Women's work;Develop brochures, factsheets, stories from the field to inform media and general public at the regional level;Follow guidelines from and report to HQ. 3. Manage media relations for the UNWOMEN OfficeLead relationship building with press in country; maintain and update database of relevant press;Respond timely and clearly to media inquiries and to a variety of inquiries and information requests; prepare related correspondence; identify topics, background information, news-related development and coverage of interest;Organize roundtable discussions, press conferences, and briefing sessions with press;Facilitate interviews with senior managers; connect media with UN Women subject experts;Finalize talking points.4. Build and maintain partnerships and maintain relations with donorsIdentify and develop new communication partnerships and alliances to enhance visibility; manage and nurture existing partnerships including ensuring visibility of UN Women's approaches, results and partnerships in humanitarian settings;Liaise with advocacy partners and undertake outreach to civil society organizations, governments, and other groups to ensure that newsworthy information reaches the public and donors;Guide and collaborate closely with communication colleagues in other offices to ensure consistency with corporate policies, messaging and initiatives;Submit packages for programme initiatives for donor review. 5. Oversee the UNWOMEN Geneva office online presenceOversee and maintain UNWOMEN Geneva office websites and interanet page, including developing design and content;Coordinate the office web-presence in the line with corporate web policy;Oversee and manage Geneva office social media accounts in line with corporate social media policy. 6. Facilitate knowledge building and sharingIdentify and synthesize best practices and lessons learned from UNWOMEN Geneva office directly linked to programme goals and activities and ensure exchange of information;Design and facilitate training on emergency communications also facilitating joint initiatives and dialogue with RO and CO communications specialists covering emergencies and humanitarian crisis contexts.Provide training and workshops on communication and advocacy as appropriate.The incumbent performs other duties within their functional profile as deemed necessary for the efficient functioning of the Office and the Organisation. Competencies Core Values:Respect for DiversityIntegrityProfessionalism Core Competencies:Awareness and Sensitivity Regarding Gender IssuesAccountabilityCreative Problem SolvingEffective CommunicationInclusive CollaborationStakeholder EngagementLeading by ExamplePlease visit this link for more information on UN Women's Core Values and Competencies: https://www.unwomen.org/en/about-us/employment/application-process#_Values FUNCTIONAL COMPETENCIES:Ability to communicate sensitively, effectively, and creatively across different constituencies.Strong knowledge of managing web-based knowledge management systemsStrong understanding of production, graphic design, and photography standardsStrong knowledge of social media platforms and experience in social media outreachStrong oral and written communication and editing skillsStrong communication, networking, and advocacy skillsAbility to provide advice and be strategic and analytical, including on aspects related to communicating in crisis contextsGood knowledge of local country media landscapeKnowledge of gender and human rights issues is desirable Required Skills and Experience Education and Certification:Master's degree (or equivalent) in communications, public relations, journalism or relevant field is requiredA first-level university degree in combination with two additional years of qualifying experience may be accepted in lieu of the advanced university degree. Experience:At least 5 years of professional work experience at national or international level in public relations, communications or advocacy, including in media relations;Experience in the use of social media;Experience in media relations is an asset. LanguagesFluency in English is required.Knowledge of another official UN language is desirable (French, Arabic, Chinese, Russian or Spanish). Application:All applications must include (as an attachment) the completed UN Women Personal History form (P-11) which can be downloaded from: https://www.unwomen.org/sites/default/files/Headquarters/Attachments/Sections/About Us/Employment/UN-Women-P11-Personal-History-Form.doc. Kindly note that the system will only allow one attachment. Applications without the completed UN Women P-11 form will be treated as incomplete and will not be considered for further assessment. Note:In July 2010, the United Nations General Assembly created UN Women, the United Nations Entity for Gender Equality and the Empowerment of Women. The creation of UN Women came about as part of the UN reform agenda, bringing together resources and mandates for greater impact. It merges and builds on the important work of four previously distinct parts of the UN system (DAW, OSAGI, INSTRAW and UNIFEM), which focused exclusively on gender equality and women's empowerment. Diversity and inclusion:At UN Women, we are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive environment of mutual respect. UN Women recruits, employs, trains, compensates, and promotes regardless of race, religion, color, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, ability, national origin, or any other basis covered by appropriate law. All employment is decided on the basis of qualifications, competence, integrity and organizational need.If you need any reasonable accommodation to support your participation in the recruitment and selection process, please include this information in your application.UN Women has a zero-tolerance policy on conduct that is incompatible with the aims and objectives of the United Nations and UN Women, including sexual exploitation and abuse, sexual harassment, abuse of authority and discrimination. All selected candidates will be expected to adhere to UN Women's policies and procedures and the standards of conduct expected of UN Women personnel and will therefore undergo rigorous reference and background checks. (Background checks will include the verification of academic credential(s) and employment history. Selected candidates may be required to provide additional information to conduct a background check. 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BackgroundUN Women, grounded in the vision of equality enshrined in the Charter of the United Nations, works for the elimination of discrimination against women and girls; the empowerment of women; and the achievement of equality between women and men as partners and beneficiaries of development, human rights, humanitarian action and peace and security.The Policy, Programme, and Intergovernmental Division (PPID) supports UN Women offices in all regional and country locations to deliver results in line with UN Women's Strategic Plan 2022-2025 and internationally agreed goals on gender equality and the empowerment of all women and girls, including the Beijing Declaration and Platform for Action and the 2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development. The Division provides intellectual and strategic leadership on normative support and the delivery of integrated policy and programme advice, including through policy analysis and gender mainstreaming. The Division leverages innovation, knowledge management, and cutting-edge technical expertise to support UN Women programmes and to strengthen the capacity of partners to deliver results on gender equality and the empowerment of all women and girls. The Division develops and implements UN Women's programme of work across its normative, coordination, and operational triple mandate and provides policy advice and guidance and technical support to intergovernmental processes, UN system, and UN Women regional and country offices, among other partners and stakeholders. It is organized in thematic sections, which undertake policy research; analyze data on country, regional and global trends; and propose evidence-based options for global policy, norms and standards as well as for UN Women's policy advocacy and global programme strategies, including Gender Equality Accelerators.The Governance and Participation Section supports UN Women's policy and programme work to ensure that all women are able to fully and equally participate in decision-making, and women and girls can benefit from gender responsive laws, policies, budgets, services, and accountable institutions.Reporting to the Chief, Governance and Participation Section, and in a matrix management arrangement with the head of the Geneva Office or the Eastern and Central Europe Regional Office, the Policy Specialist will contribute to the development, implementation, monitoring and reporting of UN Women's portfolio on gender responsive foreign policy. The Policy Specialist works in close collaboration with other sections in the Policy, Programme, Intergovernmental Division, as well as country, and regional offices to ensure successful implementation of Impact Area 1 of UN Women's Strategic Plan on Governance and Participation in Public Life and Outcome 1 of the UAE-UN Women Strategic Partnership Framework 2024-2027; contributing to intergovernmental and global efforts on women-centered and gender-responsive foreign policy as well as technical support; knowledge management to capture analysis and trends related to gender-responsive foreign policy; capacity strengthening for country teams and partners; and strengthening partnerships and resource mobilization strategies relevant for gender-responsive foreign policy. Duties and Responsibilities1. Provide technical support to global initiatives on gender-responsive foreign policy:Provide high-quality technical support to Country and Regional Offices on gender dimensions of foreign policy design and implementation ensuring broad dissemination and exchange on promising practices and lessons learned;Lead the roll out of global initiatives on gender-responsive foreign policy in consultation with country and regional offices;Identify and analyze key trends relevant to gender issues across various fields of foreign policy;Provide recommendations on programs and initiatives of relevance to gender responsive foreign policy;Draft technical papers and briefing materials for various audiences including senior management;Participate in and/or represent the organization in various fora including inter-governmental, inter-agency task forces, and international technical and advocacy related to gender-responsive foreign policy as required;Develop research concepts, and work plans for various knowledge products.2. Manage knowledge management efforts related to gender-responsive foreign policy:Facilitate the effective planning and exchange of materials and knowledge products related to gender dimensions of the design and implementation various fields of foreign policy;Contribute to the development and maintenance of a roster of gender experts who can develop/ provide technical support to UN Women offices, national partners, UNCTs or other UN system entities in various areas of foreign policy;Contribute to the production of knowledge products and knowledge dissemination including through new and/or existing communities of practice;;Coordinate systematization of lessons learned and South-South/North-North/North-South cooperation.3. Provide capacity building support to Country Office/ Multi Country Office teams and partnersProvide substantive technical and policy support to country office and multi-country office programme teams in developing and strengthening projects/programmes related to gender-responsive foreign policy;Develop, implement and monitor capacity building initiatives;Provide technical support to partners on implementation of a gender-responsive foreign policyProvide technical policy advice to programme/project managers/ specialists in the CO and MCOs.4. Manage monitoring and reporting related to foreign policy:Contribute to monitoring and reporting of policy and program objectives, including their financial commitments in line with UN Women's RBM standards and the Strategic Plan 2022-2025;Contribute insightful analysis related to gender dimensions of foreign policy in line with donor reporting requirements and;Assess and contribute to improving programme effectiveness related to gender dimensions of the design and implementation various fields of foreign policy.5. Build partnerships and provide support in developing Resource Mobilization strategies:Develop analysis and material to support the engagement with national, regional and global partners;Formulate partnership strategies with UN Women and external partner institutions, including governments, private sector, academia, IGOs, and CSOs;Establish and nurture relationships with UN Entities, member states, academia, research institutes, civil society and foreign policy experts to expand and share knowledge, exchange views on latest findings and incorporate cutting-edge thinking in UN Women work related to gender responsive foreign policy ;Contribute to resource mobilization plans in line with corporate guidelines, including to fulfill corporate and donor reporting, advocacy and information-sharing requirements;Coordinate the identification and effective use of relevant data related to regional external partnerships6. The incumbent performs other duties within their functional profile as deemed necessary for the efficient functioning of the Office and the Organisation. CompetenciesCore Values:Respect for DiversityIntegrityProfessionalism Core Competencies:Awareness and Sensitivity Regarding Gender IssuesAccountabilityCreative Problem SolvingEffective CommunicationInclusive CollaborationStakeholder EngagementLeading by ExamplePlease visit this link for more information on UN Women's Core Values and Competencies: https://www.unwomen.org/en/about-us/employment/application-process#_Values FUNCTIONAL COMPETENCIES:Ability to provide high-quality policy advice and technical support;Ability to work effectively and harmoniously with people from varied cultures and professional backgrounds;Ability to produce high quality programme documents and knowledge products demonstrating analytical ability;Ability to manage for results, translate strategy into achievable plans, with established priorities, and monitor them, making periodic adjustments as necessary;Excellent knowledge and programmatic experience in gender responsive foreign policy;Ability to establish, build and sustain effective relationships with partners;Excellent communication and public speaking skills. Required Skills and ExperienceEducation and Certification:Master's degree or equivalent in international relations, international law, political science, diplomacy, gender studies, public administration, human rights, social sciences, or a related field is required.A first-level university degree in combination with two additional years of qualifying experience may be accepted in lieu of the advanced university degree. Experience:At least 5 years of progressively responsible work experience at the national or international level in design, planning, implementation, and monitoring and evaluation of development policies and projects, including on gender equality is required.Sound knowledge of international standards on human rights, women's rights and related instruments is required.Sound knowledge of foreign policy strategies to advance gender equality is desirable.Experience coordinating and liaising with local, national and trans-national civil society, academia, government agencies and/or donors is desirable.Experience working in the UN System at country level is desirable.Experience in the usage of computers and office software packages (MS Word, Excel, etc.) and spreadsheet and database packages, experience in handling of web-based management systems is required.Experience in the use of a modern web-based ERP System, preferably Oracle Cloud, is desirable. Languages:Fluency in English is required.Knowledge of another official UN language is desirable (French, Arabic, Chinese, Russian or Spanish).Application:All applications must include (as an attachment) the completed UN Women Personal History form (P-11) which can be downloaded from: https://www.unwomen.org/sites/default/files/Headquarters/Attachments/Sections/About Us/Employment/UN-Women-P11-Personal-History-Form.doc. Kindly note that the system will only allow one attachment. Applications without the completed UN Women P-11 form will be treated as incomplete and will not be considered for further assessment. Note:In July 2010, the United Nations General Assembly created UN Women, the United Nations Entity for Gender Equality and the Empowerment of Women. The creation of UN Women came about as part of the UN reform agenda, bringing together resources and mandates for greater impact. It merges and builds on the important work of four previously distinct parts of the UN system (DAW, OSAGI, INSTRAW and UNIFEM), which focused exclusively on gender equality and women's empowerment.Diversity and inclusion:At UN Women, we are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive environment of mutual respect. UN Women recruits, employs, trains, compensates, and promotes regardless of race, religion, color, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, ability, national origin, or any other basis covered by appropriate law. All employment is decided on the basis of qualifications, competence, integrity and organizational need.If you need any reasonable accommodation to support your participation in the recruitment and selection process, please include this information in your application.UN Women has a zero-tolerance policy on conduct that is incompatible with the aims and objectives of the United Nations and UN Women, including sexual exploitation and abuse, sexual harassment, abuse of authority and discrimination. All selected candidates will be expected to adhere to UN Women's policies and procedures and the standards of conduct expected of UN Women personnel and will therefore undergo rigorous reference and background checks. (Background checks will include the verification of academic credential(s) and employment history. Selected candidates may be required to provide additional information to conduct a background check. 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UNDP is committed to achieving workforce diversity in terms of gender, nationality and culture. Individuals from minority groups, indigenous groups and persons with disabilities are equally encouraged to apply. All applications will be treated with the strictest confidence. UNDP does not tolerate sexual exploitation and abuse, any kind of harassment, including sexual harassment, and discrimination. All selected candidates will, therefore, undergo rigorous reference and background checks. BackgroundUN Women, grounded in the vision of equality enshrined in the Charter of the United Nations, works for the elimination of discrimination against women and girls; the empowerment of women; and the achievement of equality between women and men as partners and beneficiaries of development, human rights, humanitarian action and peace and security.UN Women Jordan Country Office supports the Government of Jordan to implement global norms and standards on gender equality and women's empowerment. Under its Strategic Note for the period 2023-2027, the UN Women Jordan Country office promotes women's economic empowerment, gender responsive governance and women's political participation in alignment with the government of Jordan Triple Modernization Agenda; works to advance the implementation of the Women, Peace and Security agenda including through the Jordan National Action Plan for Women, Peace and Security (JONAP); and implements a resilience and empowerment model for Syrian refugee women and vulnerable Jordanian women in camps and host communities in support of the Jordan Response Plan (JRP). Working across the humanitarian-peace-development nexus, the country office is implementing and is prioritizing coherence and interlinkages across its projects and programmes and across UN Women's triple mandate of operational, coordination and normative work. Reporting to the Deputy Representative, the Programme Specialist exercises overall responsibility for planning, implementing, and managing UN Women interventions under their portfolio. The Programme Specialist works in close collaboration with the programme and operations team, UN Women HQ staff, Government officials, multi and bi-lateral donors and civil society ensuring successful UN Women programme implementation under portfolio. Duties and Responsibilities1. Provide programme development advisory services and develop programmes in the area of humanitarian response and nexus programmingOversee and manage the design and formulation of programme proposals and initiatives; Identify programmatic areas for support and interventions within the gender in humanitarian action/refugee and nexus programming;Finalize country strategy documents, programme/ project proposals, briefs, policy dialogue and other documents related to gender in humanitarian action/refugee and nexus programming;Organize periodic consultations with key stakeholders, women leaders, human rights experts and UN partners to gather inputs on programme design, as necessary2. Manage the implementation and management of the gender in humanitarian action/refugee and nexus programme Finalize the annual workplan and budget and manage their implementation;Provide programme advisory support to the Office Management within the gender in humanitarian action/refugee and nexus portfolio;Manage the technical implementation of the programme/ project; provide technical advice; ensure synergies with other teams;Review the submission of implementing partner financial and narrative reports as required;Provide guidance to staff and partners on Results Based Management tools and performance indicators;Lead Project Steering Committee, project review and/or evaluation meetings.3.Oversee technical assistance and capacity development to project/programme partnersProvide technical advice to partners; oversee the provision of technical guidance by the teamBuild, manage, and expand relationships with national partners to support implementation and expansion of the gender in humanitarian action/refugee and nexus programming programme; respond to any potential problems;Serve as an expert resource to partners on gender in humanitarian action/refugee and nexus programming;Serve as senior gender advisor to the Inter-Sectoral Working Group under the Jordan Humanitarian Strategic Committee;Implement and oversee capacity building opportunities and initiatives;Provide partners with advanced technical assistance, training and capacity development initiatives.4. Manage the monitoring and reporting of the programme/ projectManage the process of monitoring the programme/ project implementation of activities and finances using results-based management tools;Finalize quarterly reports and donor reports, focusing on results, output and outcomes;Write office donor and UN Women reports.5. Manage the people and financial resources of the gender in humanitarian action/refugee and nexus programmeManage the programme budget and finalize financial reports;Manage the human resources of the program; mentor and coach staff and conduct performance assessments;Oversee recruitment processes, as necessary.6. Build partnerships and support in developing resource mobilization strategiesDevelop and implement partnerships and resource mobilization strategies;Finalize relevant documentation on donors and develop potential opportunities for resource mobilization;Analyze and research information on donors, finalize substantive briefs on possible areas of cooperation, identification of opportunities for cost sharing.7. Manage inter-agency coordination to achieve a coherent and aligned presence for the gender in humanitarian action/refugee and nexus in the JordanProvide substantive technical support to the Representative and Deputy Representative on inter-agency coordination related activities by attending meetings, events, and participating in groups and committees;Co-chair with UNHCR the Inter-Sectoral Gender Advisory Team under the ISWG;Coordinate with other UN agencies, government departments, donors and NGOs to ensure the projects' capacity development programme is harmonized and aligned with other in-country efforts;Take part in country level Common Country Assessment (CCA)/ United Nations Sustainable Development Cooperation Framework (UNSDCF) processes and similar exercises related to the RC system;Prepare substantive inputs to CCA/ UNSDCF and other documents, as necessary.8. Lead advocacy, knowledge building and communication effortsRepresent UN Women in meetings and policy dialogues on issues related to gender in humanitarian action/refugee and nexus programming;Manage advocacy strategies and their implementation;Identify best practices and lessons learned to guide programme improvement and strategy planning;Lead the development of knowledge management strategies and methodologies and products on gender in humanitarian action/refugee and nexus programming. CompetenciesCore Values:Respect for DiversityIntegrityProfessionalismCore Competencies:Awareness and Sensitivity Regarding Gender IssuesAccountabilityCreative Problem SolvingEffective CommunicationInclusive CollaborationStakeholder EngagementLeading by ExamplePlease visit this link for more information on UN Women's Core Values and Competencies: http://www.unwomen.org/-/media/headquarters/attachments/sections/about us/employment/un-women-employment-values-and-competencies-definitions-en.pdf Functional CompetenciesExcellent programme formulation, implementation, monitoring and evaluation skillsAbility to develop detailed operational plans, budgets, and deliver on themExcellent knowledge of Results Based ManagementAbility to synthesize program performance data and produce analytical reports to inform management and strategic decision-makingExcellent knowledge in Gender in Humanitarian Action, protection and accountability to affected populations principles and practicesExcellent knowledge of humanitarian and refugee response coordination mechanismsAbility to lead formulation of strategies and their implementationStrong analytical skills, with the ability to conduct gender analysis, needs assessments, SWOT analyses, and stakeholder consultations from a gender-responsive perspective.Excellent communication and report writing skills, with a demonstrated ability to effectively communicate complex ideas and recommendations to diverse stakeholders.Strong networking skillsAbility to negotiate and interact with donors, identify and analyze trends, opportunities and threats to fundraising Required Skills and ExperienceEducation and certification:Master's degree or equivalent in social sciences, human rights, gender/women's studies, international development, or a related field is required.A first-level university degree in combination with two additional years of qualifying experience may be accepted in lieu of the advanced university degree.A project/programme management certification (such as PMP®, PRINCE2®, or MSP®) would be an added advantage. Experience:Minimum 7 years of progressively responsible experience at the national or international level in design, planning, implementation, monitoring and evaluation of humanitarian or nexus projects;Demonstrated experience in leading the provision of technical expertise on Gender and Humanitarian Action;Demonstrated experience in humanitarian inter-agency coordination;Experience coordinating and liaising with government agencies, civil society organization and donors;Experience working in the UN System is an asset;Experience in leading/managing a team is an asset.Experience working in the region is an asset Language Requirements:Fluency in English is required.Knowledge of Arabic is an asset. Application:Interested individuals must submit the following document to demonstrate their qualifications. Kindly note that the system will only allow one attachment.UN Women Personal History form (P-11) which can be downloaded from https://www.unwomen.org/sites/default/files/Headquarters/Attachments/Sections/About Us/Employment/UN-Women-P11-Personal-History-Form.doc;Any application without submitting the above-mentioned document will be a ground for disqualification.At UN Women, we are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive environment of mutual respect. UN Women recruits, employs, trains, compensates, and promotes regardless of race, religion, color, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, ability, national origin, or any other basis covered by appropriate law. All employment is decided on the basis of qualifications, competence, integrity and organizational need.If you need any reasonable accommodation to support your participation in the recruitment and selection process, please include this information in your application.UN Women has a zero-tolerance policy on conduct that is incompatible with the aims and objectives of the United Nations and UN Women, including sexual exploitation and abuse, sexual harassment, abuse of authority and discrimination. All selected candidates will be expected to adhere to UN Women's policies and procedures and the standards of conduct expected of UN Women personnel and will therefore undergo rigorous reference and background checks. (Background checks will include the verification of academic credential(s) and employment history. Selected candidates may be required to provide additional information to conduct a background check.). 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UNDP is committed to achieving workforce diversity in terms of gender, nationality and culture. Individuals from minority groups, indigenous groups and persons with disabilities are equally encouraged to apply. All applications will be treated with the strictest confidence. UNDP does not tolerate sexual exploitation and abuse, any kind of harassment, including sexual harassment, and discrimination. All selected candidates will, therefore, undergo rigorous reference and background checks. BackgroundThe duration of the assignment is 364 days. Whereas an external candidate will be offered a temporary appointment; subject to release agreements, staff members in UN Women may be administered as a temporary assignment and staff members in the UN Common system may be administered under a loan arrangement.UN Women, grounded in the vision of equality enshrined in the Charter of the United Nations, works for the elimination of discrimination against women and girls; the empowerment of women; and the achievement of equality between women and men as partners and beneficiaries of development, human rights, humanitarian action and peace and security.At headquarters, the Peace, Security and Resilience Section leads on UN system-wide coordination on the Women, Peace and Security agenda, provides technical and financial support to the peace and security work of UN Women country offices, and implements a number of global initiatives to promote women's rights, including the meaningful participation of women in all aspects of peace and security, and accountability for sexual and gender-based violence (SGBV). In the area of rule of law and transitional justice, UN Women works to strengthen inclusivity by generating knowledge, providing expertise, building partnerships, facilitating dialogue and strengthening the capacity of actors engaged on rule of law and transitional justice efforts to enhance women's meaningful participation and advance gender justice.Under the supervision of the Deputy Chief, Peace and Security (P5), the Policy Specialist on Rule of Law and Transitional Justice is responsible for leading UN Women's work on rule of law in conflict-affected contexts, and UN Women's global work on transitional justice. This includes managing UN Women's global programmes on rule of law in conflict-affected contexts and transitional justice, including the UN Women-UNDP Gender Justice Platform and the UN Women SGBV Justice Expert Deployment Programme; coordinating UN Women's participation in inter-agency groups including the UN Global Focal Point on Rule of Law and its Working Group on Gender Justice, and the Interagency Taskforce on Transitional Justice; providing country-level capacity-building support and advice in these areas; and leading UN Women's policy engagement and knowledge development on rule of law in conflict-affected contexts and transitional justice. Duties and Responsibilities1. Oversee the development and implementation of global programming on rule of law in conflict-affected contexts and transitional justice:Lead implementation of UN Women's global programmes on rule of law in conflict-affected contexts and transitional justice, including the Gender Justice Platform and SGBV Justice Expert Rapid Deployment Programme.Build and strengthen partnerships for the implementation of UN Women's global programmes, including OHCHR, UNDP, Justice Rapid Response, and other international and national civil society organizations.Build and strengthen UN Women's relationships with key donors on rule of law and transitional justice, including through timely donor reporting.Mobilize resources for future UN Women global programming.2. Establish and strengthen strategic partnerships and coordinate UN Women's participation in inter-agency fora on the rule of law in conflict-affected contexts and transitional justice, and women, peace and security:Build and maintain alliances and strategic partnerships for the advancement of the rule of law in conflict-affected contexts and transitional justice, including with donors.Coordinate UN Women's participation in the UN Global Focal Point on Rule of Law (GFP) and its Working Group on Gender Justice, including by representing UN Women in GFP partners' meeting, liaising with relevant UN Women country offices on country-specific meetings and missions, and participating in rule of law assessment missions.With the Policy Specialist, Protection and Transitional Justice, coordinate UN Women's participation in the Inter-Agency Transitional Justice Taskforce.Support UN Women's participation in the Rule of Law, Coordination and Resource Group;With the Policy Specialist, Protection and Transitional Justice, support UN Women's participation in the UN Action to Sexual Violence in Conflict network.Represent UN Women at relevant country-specific interagency task forces.3. Advise and provide capacity building support to country and regional offices and their partners on rule of law in conflict-affected contexts and transitional justice, including accountability for SGBV:Develop, implement and monitor capacity building initiatives with UN Women offices and their partners.Provide technical support and policy advice to UN Women offices and their partners.Provide technical advice and strategic guidance to UN Women country and regional offices, including through online support and country visits.Support resource mobilization undertaken by UN Women country and regional offices, including advice on the development of funding proposals, for example through the UN Peacebuilding Fund's Gender and Youth Promotion Initiative.4. Oversee policy development and knowledge building and sharing on rule of law in conflict-affected contexts, transitional justice and women, peace and security:Provide policy recommendations and guidance to strategic planning and positioning on rule of law in conflict-affected contexts and transitional justice.Identify promising practices, technical expertise, and strategic opportunities on rule of law in conflict-affected contexts and transitional justice.Identify and develop UN Women's research agenda on rule of law and transitional justice, including by creating and disseminating knowledge products.Identify and disseminate lessons learnt and good practices in collaboration with country offices, including through participation in UN Women's community of practice on Women, Peace and Security.5. The incumbent performs other duties within their functional profile as deemed necessary for the efficient functioning of the Office and the Organization. CompetenciesCore Values:Respect for DiversityIntegrityProfessionalismCore Competencies:Awareness and Sensitivity Regarding Gender IssuesAccountabilityCreative Problem SolvingEffective CommunicationInclusive CollaborationStakeholder EngagementLeading by ExamplePlease visit this link for more information on UN Women's Core Values and Competencies: https://www.unwomen.org/en/about-us/employment/application-process#_Values FUNCTIONAL COMPETENCIES:Excellent knowledge of UN human rights investigations, gender-responsive rule of law and transitional justiceExcellent knowledge of international human rights law, international humanitarian law and international criminal lawExcellent networking skillsAbility to interact with donors, identify and analyze trends, opportunities and threats to fundraisingAbility to perform qualitative and quantitative policy researchAbility to advocate and provide policy adviceExcellent analytical skillsAbility to write policy papers, speeches, briefingsKnowledge of programme development, implementation, results-based management and reporting Required Skills and ExperienceEducation and Certification:Master's degree or equivalent in law, transitional justice, human rights, international relations or other social science fields is required.A first-level university degree in combination with two additional years of qualifying experience may be accepted in lieu of the advanced university degree.A certification in the investigation of serious human rights violations and international crimes and/or SGBV is desirable.Experience:At least 7 years progressively responsible experience working on gender justice, rule of law, human rights, transitional justice, preventing and addressing sexual and gender-based violence, and/or the women, peace and security agenda is required.Experience in policy analysis and research relating to gender justice, accountability for SGBV, human rights, rule of law, transitional justice, and/or women, peace and security is required.Experience supporting or leading programmes at the global or country level related to gender justice, human rights, transitional justice and/or women, peace and security is required. Experience working with, and building partnerships with governments, donors and civil society organizations internationally and at the country level is required.Experience working with the UN, particularly UN human rights investigations, human rights treaty bodies and/or UN Special Procedures is desirable.Experience documenting SGBV and women's human rights violations under international human rights law, international humanitarian law and international criminal law is desirable.Languages:Fluency in English is required.Fluency in Spanish or French is desirable. Application:All applications must include (as an attachment) the completed UN Women Personal History form (P-11) which can be downloaded from: https://www.unwomen.org/sites/default/files/Headquarters/Attachments/Sections/About Us/Employment/UN-Women-P11-Personal-History-Form.doc. Kindly note that the system will only allow one attachment. Applications without the completed UN Women P-11 form will be treated as incomplete and will not be considered for further assessment.Note:In July 2010, the United Nations General Assembly created UN Women, the United Nations Entity for Gender Equality and the Empowerment of Women. The creation of UN Women came about as part of the UN reform agenda, bringing together resources and mandates for greater impact. It merges and builds on the important work of four previously distinct parts of the UN system (DAW, OSAGI, INSTRAW and UNIFEM), which focused exclusively on gender equality and women's empowerment. Diversity and inclusion:At UN Women, we are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive environment of mutual respect. UN Women recruits, employs, trains, compensates, and promotes regardless of race, religion, color, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, ability, national origin, or any other basis covered by appropriate law. All employment is decided on the basis of qualifications, competence, integrity and organizational need.If you need any reasonable accommodation to support your participation in the recruitment and selection process, please include this information in your application.UN Women has a zero-tolerance policy on conduct that is incompatible with the aims and objectives of the United Nations and UN Women, including sexual exploitation and abuse, sexual harassment, abuse of authority and discrimination. All selected candidates will be expected to adhere to UN Women's policies and procedures and the standards of conduct expected of UN Women personnel and will therefore undergo rigorous reference and background checks. (Background checks will include the verification of academic credential(s) and employment history. Selected candidates may be required to provide additional information to conduct a background check. 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UNDP is committed to achieving workforce diversity in terms of gender, nationality and culture. Individuals from minority groups, indigenous groups and persons with disabilities are equally encouraged to apply. All applications will be treated with the strictest confidence. UNDP does not tolerate sexual exploitation and abuse, any kind of harassment, including sexual harassment, and discrimination. All selected candidates will, therefore, undergo rigorous reference and background checks. BackgroundUN Women, grounded in the vision of equality enshrined in the Charter of the United Nations, works for the elimination of discrimination against women and girls; the empowerment of women; and the achievement of equality between women and men as partners and beneficiaries of development, human rights, humanitarian action and peace and security.The UN Women Regional Office for Asia and the Pacific (ROAP) addresses gender equality and women's empowerment challenges in the Asia-Pacific region, including deeply embedded discriminatory social norms and practices that perpetuate inequalities based on gender and other intersectional identities. The Regional Office works across the following areas: Governance and Inter-governmental support (including on Gender Statistics); Women's Economic Empowerment (including Migration), Ending Violence Against Women; Women, Peace and Security; Climate Change, Disaster Risk Reduction and Humanitarian Action. Covering 42 countries within Asia and the Pacific, it exercises its triple mandate and functions i.e. Normative, Coordination and high-quality programming at a regional level and in support of UN Women's offices and UN Country Teams in 24 countries across the region. The UN Women Asia Pacific Regional Office also oversees and manages programming in programme presences.UN Women Regional Office for Asia and the Pacific is, jointly with UNEP, implementing EmPower: Women for Climate Resilient Societies programme which aims to strengthen capacity of duty bearers to advance gender equality and human rights in delivering climate change goals and targets, supporting women's leadership at all levels of environment and climate-related decision-making, and strengthening adaptive capacity of women and other marginalized groups through resilient livelihoods using renewable energy. Under the guidance and direct supervision of the Propgramme Coordinator on Gender Equality and Climate Action, the Regional Monitoring and Reporting Analyst supports in leading the overall results monitoring and reporting work of EmPower: Women for Climate Resilient Societies Programme , including providing monitoring support to country level implementation in Bangladesh, Cambodia, Indonesia, the Philippines, and Viet Nam. The Regional Monitoring and Reporting Analyst works closely with RO colleagues and CO colleagues in their Asia and Pacific region, specifically with the countries engaged in the EmPower: Women for Climate Resilient Societies programme and will provide support in incorporating monitoring and reporting into programme formulation as well as tracking against Strategic Plan targets and the reporting of results to internal and external audiences. Duties and Responsibilities1. Contribute to the development and refining of the monitoring strategy and plan, and provide support in setting up monitoring system based on the programme document:Review the result framework and refine baselines and targets as needed.Prepare data collection or research for any missing baselines and targets.Support in developing or revising monitoring strategies, plans and systemsSupport in developing monitoring calendars, field monitoring plans, and quality assurance processes for in country monitoring measures.Coordinate with Programme Team to ensure that data collection and analysis from field visits are coordinated and standardized across programmes;Collaborate with the Monitoring and Reporting Unit of the Regional Office to support in planning and conducting impact assessments.2. Facilitate and substantively contribute to the incorporation of monitoring and reporting in the regional level work:Monitor results for the programme as well as for the Strategic Note of the Regional Office using the Result Management System and Quantum.Aggregate results from country offices to present an overview as neededSupport in drafting annual reports and conducting research on outcome level data.Contribute to Mid-Term Review planning and coordination.Provide technical support to regional partners in developing Performance Monitoring Frameworks (PMFs), monitoring systems and plans, and in data collection.Review progress reports submitted by partners and provide feedback to improve quality and timeliness of reporting;Support in incorporating evaluation findings, conclusions and recommendations into programme implementation;Contribute to annual work planning exercise of the Regional Office.3. Contribute substantively to and provide technical support for the monitoring and tracking of results for country level work:Provide technical assistance for country offices under the programme in developing country specific result framework, monitoring plan and a monitoring system and data collection.Provide quality assurance support in finalizing Performance Monitoring Frameworks (PMFs)Monitor data from country offices on a quarterly basis and provide substantive inputs to regular management briefs to inform decision making;Support country offices on monitoring data from country level partners. Support in on-site visits to partners, along with the Programme Team, to support monitoring of results and planning processes as required.4. Provide technical support to the Humanitarian/DRR/Climate Unit in the implementation the UN Women Evaluation PolicyCoordinate the implementation of UN Women's Evaluation plan in the Unit;Provide guidance to programme staff on evaluations seeking guidance from the Regional Evaluaiton Specialist;Ensure communication between the Country Offices within the programme and RO regarding Evaluation, and other review mechanisms;Coordinate the completion of management's response to the UN Women Global Accountability and Tracking of Evaluation Use (GATE).5. Contribute to knowledge building and capacity buildingIdentify and disseminate good practices, lessons and knowledge, as identified through programme implementation, monitoring and evaluation activities;Contribute to the development of capacity development tools, including training materials and packages;Facilitate capacity building opportunities for staff and partners in the Asia and the Pacific in the areas of Results Based Management (RBM), Monitoring and Evaluation;Promote the awareness and understanding of the shared responsibility of Monitoring and Evaluation (M&E) among all staff members through communication, training, learning and development activities.6. The incumbent performs other duties within their functional profile as deemed necessary for the efficient functioning of the Office and the Organisation. CompetenciesCore Values:Respect for DiversityIntegrityProfessionalismCore Competencies:Awareness and Sensitivity Regarding Gender IssuesAccountabilityCreative Problem SolvingEffective CommunicationInclusive CollaborationStakeholder EngagementLeading by ExamplePlease visit this link for more information on UN Women's Core Values and Competencies: https://www.unwomen.org/en/about-us/employment/application-process#_Values Functional Competencies:Good knowledge of programme formulation and implementation and Results Based ManagementGood knowledge of monitoring and evaluation, evaluation design, data collection and analysis, and reportingAbility to synthesize program performance data and produce analytical reportsGood analytical and report writing skillsKnowledge of UN programme management systems Required Skills and ExperienceEducation and certification:Master's degree (or equivalent) in either Political or Social Science, Climate and Disaster Risk Reduction, Economics, International Development Studies, Gender/Women's Studies is required.A first-level university degree in combination with two additional years of qualifying experience may be accepted in lieu of the advanced university degree.A project/programme management certification (such as PMP®, PRINCE2®, or MSP®) would be an added advantage.Experience:At least 2 years of progressively responsible experience at the national or international level in monitoring and reporting of development projects/ programmes;Experience within the United Nations systems in desirable;Field experience is desirable;Experience in gender equality and women empowerment is desirable;Work experience in Asia and the Pacific is desirable.Language Requirements:Fluency in English is required with excellent writing skills.Knowledge of another official UN language is desirable (French, Arabic, Chinese, Russian or Spanish). Application:All applications must include (as an attachment) the completed UN Women Personal History form (P-11) which can be downloaded from Application and recruitment process | About us: Careers at UN Women | UN Women – Headquarters Kindly note that the system will only allow one attachment. Applications without the completed UN Women P-11 form will be treated as incomplete and will not be considered for further assessment. Inclusion Statement:At UN Women, we are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive environment of mutual respect. UN Women recruits employ, trains, compensates and promotes regardless of race, religion, color, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, ability, national origin, or any other basis covered by appropriate law. All employment is decided on the basis of qualifications, competence, integrity, and organizational need.If you need any reasonable accommodation to support your participation in the recruitment and selection process, please include this information in your application.UN Women has a zero-tolerance policy on conduct that is incompatible with the aims and objectives of the United Nations and UN Women, including sexual exploitation and abuse, sexual harassment, abuse of authority, and discrimination. All selected candidates will be expected to adhere to UN Women's policies and procedures and the standards of conduct expected of UN Women personnel and will therefore undergo rigorous reference and background checks. (Background checks will include the verification of academic credential(s) and employment history. Selected candidates may be required to provide additional information to conduct a background check.) 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UNDP is committed to achieving workforce diversity in terms of gender, nationality and culture. Individuals from minority groups, indigenous groups and persons with disabilities are equally encouraged to apply. All applications will be treated with the strictest confidence. UNDP does not tolerate sexual exploitation and abuse, any kind of harassment, including sexual harassment, and discrimination. All selected candidates will, therefore, undergo rigorous reference and background checks. BackgroundUN Women, grounded in the vision of equality enshrined in the Charter of the United Nations, works for the elimination of discrimination against women and girls; the empowerment of women; and the achievement of equality between women and men as partners and beneficiaries of development, human rights, humanitarian action and peace and security.Afghanistan is one of the world's most complex emergencies, and the world's largest humanitarian crisis. Afghan people are grappling with the impact of conflict, poverty, economic decline, and natural disasters. In this context, Afghan women and girls face unique vulnerabilities and require urgent support as gender inequality is interwoven with conflict dynamics and humanitarian needs. Since the takeover by Taliban in August 2021, Afghanistan has witnessed a progressive erasure of women's rights and freedoms, through both formal and informal edicts, messages and practices. The 24 December 2022 edict banning Afghan women from NGOs and INGOs and the escalation of the ban in April 2023 to Afghan women working with the UN has further amplified this restricted space from women and women CSOs creating operational conditions of uncertainty. It is essential that Afghan women and girls can continue to shape the development of their country, and that their gains are protected. UN Women remains fully committed to supporting Afghan women and girls and to putting them at the center of the global response to the crisis in Afghanistan. In the evolving context UN Women continues to reconfigure and adapt its programming to be responsive to ensure the full spectrum of rights of Afghan women and girls are met.UN Women's programming approach in Afghanistan is informed by analysis of the political, economic and humanitarian situation, risks to and capacities of partner organizations, and needs of Afghan women and girls. UN Women Afghanistan currently has five key programme priorities: (1) Gender in Humanitarian Action, (2) Ending Violence Against Women, (3) Women's Economic Empowerment, and (4) Women, Peace and Security. Given the operational context in country, UN Women has also strengthened its sub offices through presence across 5 Sub Offices to ensure a more localized approach to its programming. Working across the thematic pillars and sub offices, the post holder will provide substantive and hands on support to ensure coherence, relevance and robustness of the programme commitments under the Strategic Note 2023-25 for the UN Women Afghanistan Country Office (ACO).Under the guidance of the Special Representative , the Programme Coordinator will directly report to the Deputy Country Representative (Programmes). S/he will work closely with Programme Managers and Heads of 5 Sub -Offices support to the management, development and implementation of the progammes. This function will require closely working with the Deputy Country Representative (Operations) as well with the head of the Programme Management Support Unit (PMSU) to support timely progress against mutually agreed results frameworks and performance indicators to meet agreed targets and results. Duties and Responsibilities1- Programme development for the Afghanistan Country Office anchored in the Strategic Note 2023-2025Provide specialized technical support to guide the overall direction of ACO programming portfolio, ensuring responsiveness and relevance to the evolving operational context in country.Develop the strategic documents, policy papers, talking points and similar materials highlighting ACO's policy and programmatic positions for information and presentation to internal and external stakeholders.Ensure coherence and synergy across the ACO programme portfolio, ensuring efficient utilization of resources, adherence to deliver rates, in alignment with the Country Office's goals and vision, by providing direct technical and hands on support to programme managers in implementation of ongoing programmes and projects/workplans, informed by a regular analysis of operational landscapeProvide direct technical support and substantive inputs to programme teams in ensuring documents /packages on program implementation (e.g. Project Appraisal Committees, Partner Selection etc.) are of optimum quality and align with UN Women policy and guidelines, before onwards processing for approvals and clearance.Develop and support drafting of concept notes, proposals and similar materials in close coordination with Programme Managers, sub offices and relevant functional units and sub offices Substantive support in drafting technical and donor reports prepared by the PSMU and Programme Managers that capture progress of programme implementation. 2- Manage and coordinate the implementation of cross-pillar ACO programmesLead the coordination of cross pillar projects, in close liaison with the thematic, operational and cross cutting functions.Analyze and ensure alignment of project budgets with logical framework matrices and work plans and manage coordination across the relevant Programme Managers, Communications and M&E.Provide hands on, technical and substantive support to the programme teams in the management of the cross-pillar projects, ensuring programme quality, compliance to programme delivery rates against mutually agreed results frameworks, flagging off track programme delivery and challenges.Develop strategic documents, talking points, donor reports etc. as required for internal and external use.Manage the collection of stories and lessons learnt related to the projects and develop knowledge management products.Lead and manage the regular technical briefings on project updates with donors. 3- Technical support in identifying opportunities for strategic partnerships for program developmentIdentify and guide the ACO on opportunities to develop and advance programmes through innovative programming partnerships and provide necessary guidance and support to programme teams and sub offices in that regard.Provide regular and comprehensive analysis on opportunities, bottlenecks and mitigation actions with a programme focus that allows coherent, consistent and flexible approaches across the ACO program portfolio. 4- Coordinate sub offices for programme development and implementationEnsure coordination across the 5 sub office in developing and managing programmes, in close collaboration with Programme Managers and sub office teamsProvide support to the heads of sub offices in identifying and operationalizing localised programming opportunities to ensure UN Women remains responsive to emerging crises and effectively meets the need to Afghan women and girls. 5- Represent UN Women and support advocacy strategiesRepresent and advocate for UN Women in organizational, regional, global, public information/ relations events and key meetings, as delegatedDevelop and implement advocacy and public communication strategies. 6- Facilitate knowledge management, innovation and capacity buildingContribute to the process of collecting and sharing lessons learned that highlights programme adaptations and effectiveness on gender equality and women's empowerment to build knowledge and capacity of partners and stakeholders. 7- The incumbent performs other duties within their functional profile as deemed necessary for the efficient functioning of the Office and the Organization. This includes backstopping the Deputy Country Representative (Programme) as necessary. CompetenciesCore Values:Respect for DiversityIntegrityProfessionalismCore Competencies:Awareness and Sensitivity Regarding Gender IssuesAccountabilityCreative Problem SolvingEffective CommunicationInclusive CollaborationStakeholder EngagementLeading by Example Please visit this link for more information on UN Women's Core Values and Competencies: https://www.unwomen.org/en/about-us/employment/application-process#_Values FUNCTIONAL COMPETENCIES:Excellent programme formulation, implementation, monitoring and evaluation skillsAbility to develop detailed operational plans, budgets, and deliver on themAbility to provide policy advice and support to partnersAbility to synthesize program performance data and produce analytical reports to inform management and strategic decision-makingExcellent analytical skillsExcellent leadership skills, ability create enabling work environmentExcellent knowledge of Results Based ManagementStrong knowledge of the UN systemStrong negotiation skillsAbility to work in a conflict or post conflict context Required Skills and ExperienceEducation and Certification:Master's degree or equivalent in in international development, public administration, public policy or other relevant social science fields is required.A first-level university degree in combination with two additional years of qualifying experience may be accepted in lieu of the advanced university degree.A project/programme management certification (such as PMP®, PRINCE2®, or MSP®) would be an added advantage. Experience:At least 7 years of progressively responsible professional experience that combines intellectual, strategic and managerial leadership in development of programmes with a strong focus in the area of gender equality and women's empowerment at the international level, preferably in developing countries and humanitarian contexts within the UN system, Agencies, Funds or Programmes;Field based experience working with multi-cultural teams is required;Experience in working in a conflict or post-conflict country is desired;Experience in leading and coaching staff in international settings is required..Experience in the usage of computers and office software packages (MS Word, Excel, etc.) and spreadsheet and database packages, experience in handling of web-based management systems is required.Experience in the use of a modern web-based ERP System, preferably Oracle Cloud, is desirable.Experience and familiarity of operating in Afghanistan is desirable LanguagesFluency in English is required.Fluency in Dra/Pashto is desirable.Knowledge of another official UN language is desirable (French, Arabic, Chinese, Russian or Spanish). Application:All applications must include (as an attachment) the completed UN Women Personal History form (P-11) which can be downloaded from Application and recruitment process | About us: Careers at UN Women | UN Women – Headquarters Kindly note that the system will only allow one attachment. Applications without the completed UN Women P-11 form will be treated as incomplete and will not be considered for further assessment. Note:In July 2010, the United Nations General Assembly created UN Women, the United Nations Entity for Gender Equality, and the Empowerment of Women. The creation of UN Women came about as part of the UN reform agenda, bringing together resources and mandates for greater impact. It merges and builds on the important work of four previously distinct parts of the UN system (DAW, OSAGI, INSTRAW, and UNIFEM), which focused exclusively on gender equality and women's empowerment. Inclusion Statement:At UN Women, we are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive environment of mutual respect. UN Women recruits employ, trains, compensates and promotes regardless of race, religion, color, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, ability, national origin, or any other basis covered by appropriate law. All employment is decided on the basis of qualifications, competence, integrity, and organizational need.If you need any reasonable accommodation to support your participation in the recruitment and selection process, please include this information in your application.UN Women has a zero-tolerance policy on conduct that is incompatible with the aims and objectives of the United Nations and UN Women, including sexual exploitation and abuse, sexual harassment, abuse of authority, and discrimination. All selected candidates will be expected to adhere to UN Women's policies and procedures and the standards of conduct expected of UN Women personnel and will therefore undergo rigorous reference and background checks. (Background checks will include the verification of academic credential(s) and employment history. Selected candidates may be required to provide additional information to conduct a background check.) This is how cinfo can support you in the application process for this specific position:Application preparation: Before you apply for this position: Improve your application documents by registering for a Job Application Support. Our coaches are here to help tailor your application to the requirements of the job (service provided at your own cost).Interview preparation: When invited to the interview: Prepare for the interview by registering for a Job Application Support.Additional services for Swiss nationals who get invited to the selection process (written test, interview, assessment centre, etc.):Let us know by writing to recruitment@cinfo.ch. We flag matching applications to HR partners and SDC/SECO for visibility.Benefit from free interview/assessment preparation by registering here : Interview and Assessment Centre Preparation for Jobs in Multilateral Organisations. Our coaches stand ready to help prepare for upcoming interview/assessment centre.
UNDP is committed to achieving workforce diversity in terms of gender, nationality and culture. Individuals from minority groups, indigenous groups and persons with disabilities are equally encouraged to apply. All applications will be treated with the strictest confidence. UNDP does not tolerate sexual exploitation and abuse, any kind of harassment, including sexual harassment, and discrimination. All selected candidates will, therefore, undergo rigorous reference and background checks. BackgroundUN Women, grounded in the vision of equality enshrined in the Charter of the United Nations, works for the elimination of discrimination against women and girls; the empowerment of women; and the achievement of equality between women and men as partners and beneficiaries of development, human rights, humanitarian action and peace and security.Reporting to the Representative, the Operations Manager in the Yemen Country Office (CO serves as a member of the senior management team, with oversight responsibilities for all aspects of the Yemen CO, this includes strategic financial and human resources management, efficient procurement and logistical services, security management, ICT and common services consistent with UN Women rules and regulations. The Operations Manager additionally serves as a key advisor to the Country Representative on matters of organizational integrity with the aim of ensuring: (i) compliance with UN Women policies and regulations; (ii) effective systems to support programme delivery and growth; (iii) accountability to organizational values and principles; and (iv) an enabling workplace environment in which staff potential is maximized.The Operations Manager leads and guides the Country Office Operations Team and fosters collaboration within the team, with programme staff and with other UN Agencies and a client-oriented approach. The Operations Manager works in close collaboration with programme teams in the office, providing close guidance to programme staff who perform adjunct operations functions, ensuring that such staff are knowledgeable of rules and procedures governing programme finances, donor reporting, and personnel. She/he also works in collaboration with operations staff in other UN Agencies, UN Women Regional Office and HQ staff and Government officials to successfully deliver operations services. Duties and Responsibilities1. Manage the operations in the Yemen Country Office Serve as a member of the Senior Management team and provide advice and support to the Country Representative on operational issues;Develop the annual workplan for the Operations Team and oversee its implementation and monitoring;Participate in review meetings and assess the managerial and operational capacities of implementing partners in collaboration with the programme and technical team;Manage business process mapping and establish internal standard operating procedures in all areas of the Operations Team's functions;Manage the implementation of corporate, budget, financial, procurement, and HR policies and systems and ensure adequate training of staff and project personnel on these issues;Ensure a continuous and up-to-date flow of information between the CO and RO and HQ;Oversee all operations activities, including finance, human resources, procurement, transport, IT, security, administration and ensure they follow UN Women rules, regulations, policies and procedures;Manage staff in Operations Team: Finalize performance plans and evaluation standards; conduct performance assessments, provide feedback and coaching.2. Oversee planning, expenditure tracking and auditing of financial resourcesEnsure strategic and efficient management of office and programme financial resources;Exercise proper financial controls;Report locally and to HQ on established structures; seek advice from RO when deviations may be necessary;Review and take corrective action as appropriate on audit findings;Perform Level 2 Committing Officer role in Quantum for voucher and Purchase Order (PO) approvals;Ensure the CO's compliance with Internal Control Framework, Delegation of Authority and segregation of duties and responsibilities.3. Oversee/Provide Human Resources services to the Yemen Country OfficeOversee recruitment processes; liaise with the RO/HQ and service providers as necessary;Oversee contracts; advise on appropriate contract modalities.4. Oversee procurement processesManage the provision of goods and services for the CO and projects following established corporate procedures regarding sub-contract review and awarding of contracts, evaluate for cost effectiveness and manage the negotiations in connection with eventual agreements;Manage the preparation of procurement plans in the CO;Participate/chair in local Procurement Review Committees (PRC);Manage CO's assets and liabilities and ensure proper inventory control.5. Oversee information and communications technology (ICT) managementOversee the implementation of ICT systems;Ensure staff have access to Qunantum functionality for improved business results and improved client services;Mange maintenance of a secure, reliable infrastructure environment for ICT and adequate planning for disasters and recoveries.6. Serve as the focal point for security issues and ensure safety and security of staffBrief supervisor and UN Women personnel on security and safety matters and disseminate relevant information as advised by UNDSS, brief UN Women visitors on security;Ensure full security and safety compliance with the UN and UN Women regulations and processes;Liaise and work closely with Country Security Specialist, Regional Security Specialists and Global Security Advisor;In absence of Country Security Specialist, manage day-to-day security related matters; update personnel and dependents lists; provide reports;Ensure that personnel request appropriate security clearance for travel;Develop and maintain Business Continuity Plan.7. Participate in inter-agency activitiesRepresent UN Women in inter-agency meetings and working groups on operations issues to ensure UN Women's interests are reflected in common system activities related to common services and premises, cost recovery and cost sharing arrangements, privileges and immunities, entitlements and salary surveys, security etc;Liaise with UNDP and other UN agencies on operational issues, activities, and collaboration.8. Contribute to knowledge sharing between the Country Office and ROEnsure knowledge is shared and adequately applied between the COs and RO in the region.9. The incumbent performs other duties within their functional profile as deemed necessary for the efficient functioning of the Office and the Organisation. CompetenciesCore Values:Respect for DiversityIntegrityProfessionalismCore Competencies:Awareness and Sensitivity Regarding Gender IssuesAccountabilityCreative Problem SolvingEffective CommunicationInclusive CollaborationStakeholder EngagementLeading by ExampleFunctional CompetenciesStrong knowledge of operation, finance, procurement, human resources, ICT, and security systems and processes, particularly in the UN system is an asset;Ability to provide advice and support;Ability to lead formulation and monitoring of management projects;Ability to handle confidential informationGood negotiating skillsStrong IT skills. Required Skills and ExperienceEducation and certification:Master's degree or equivalent in Business Administration, Public Administration, Finance, HR, or related field is required.A first-level university degree in combination with two additional years of qualifying experience may be accepted in lieu of the advanced university degree.Experience:At least 5 years of progressively responsible experience at the national or international level, in office management, operations or finance;Experience in leading a team is required;Experience in working in a computer environment using multiple office software packages, experience in handling of web-based management systems and ERP systems, preferably Oracle Cloud is required;Experience of accrual accounting, IPSAS or IFRS is highly desirable;Professional background in programming/ projects management is desirable.Experience in the similar context/region is desirable.Language Requirements:Fluency in English and Arabic is requiredKnowledge of another official UN language is desirable (French, Chinese, Russian or Spanish). Application:All applications must include (as an attachment) the completed UN Women Personal History form (P-11) which can be downloaded from: https://www.unwomen.org/sites/default/files/Headquarters/Attachments/Sections/About Us/Employment/UN-Women-P11-Personal-History-Form.doc. Kindly note that the system will only allow one attachment. Applications without the completed UN Women P-11 form will be treated as incomplete and will not be considered for further assessment. Note:In July 2010, the United Nations General Assembly created UN Women, the United Nations Entity for Gender Equality, and the Empowerment of Women. The creation of UN Women came about as part of the UN reform agenda, bringing together resources and mandates for greater impact. It merges and builds on the important work of four previously distinct parts of the UN system (DAW, OSAGI, INSTRAW, and UNIFEM), which focused exclusively on gender equality and women's empowerment.At UN Women, we are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive environment of mutual respect. UN Women recruits, employs, trains, compensates, and promotes regardless of race, religion, color, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, ability, national origin, or any other basis covered by appropriate law. All employment is decided on the basis of qualifications, competence, integrity, and organizational need.If you need any reasonable accommodation to support your participation in the recruitment and selection process, please include this information in your application.UN Women has a zero-tolerance policy on conduct that is incompatible with the aims and objectives of the United Nations and UN Women, including sexual exploitation and abuse, sexual harassment, abuse of authority, and discrimination. All selected candidates will be expected to adhere to UN Women's policies and procedures and the standards of conduct expected of UN Women personnel and will therefore undergo rigorous reference and background checks. (Background checks will include the verification of academic credential(s) and employment history. Selected candidates may be required to provide additional information to conduct a background check). 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BackgroundUN Women, grounded in the vision of equality enshrined in the Charter of the United Nations, works for the elimination of discrimination against women and girls; the empowerment of women; and the achievement of equality between women and men as partners and beneficiaries of development, human rights, humanitarian action and peace and security. Scope of Work ;A significant element of the Strategic Note is an enhanced strategic approach to advocacy and communications, with the aim of increasing the visibility of Country Office and public awareness of both success stories and the specific gaps and challenges to gender equality and the empowerment of women and girls in Sudan. It is imperative that communications methodologies adopted by Country Office are suited to the country context and able to attract and support the engagement of diverse stakeholder groups, including youth, civil society, national and regional authorities etc. Sudan CO's communications activities will also support effective advocacy and aim to strengthen and expand partnerships with diverse stakeholders in the country and internationally.Reporting to the Communications Analyst, the Communications Intern supports the formulation and implementation of the communications and advocacy strategies to increase the standing and awareness of UN Women with partners, the media and the public. The Communications Intern promotes a client-oriented approach in UN Women. Duties and ResponsibilitiesDescription of Responsibilities and Deliverable:Supports the CO to develop communication materials and support in communication efforts:Under the guidance of the Communication Analyst, the intern will support teams in the Country office to develop communication materials such as presentations, templates, etc.Will assist the Communications Analyst in communications activities such as events, launches, review processes of UN Women illustrated annual report .Deliverables:Monthly summary of finished communications, and materials, pieces, URLs for materials published online 2. Monitoring of social media channels and development of monthly social media reports:Under the guidance of the Communications Analyst, supports the CO social media channels through monthly reporting on reach, engagement and performance of social media campaigns and posts.Monitoring all social media channels and engaging audience as necessary DeliverablesMonthly report for all CO social media channels. Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, TikTok, and posts for LinkedIn 3.Development and scheduling of high-quality communication materials:Support programme teams through the communications Analyst to identify and develop key external communication materials, including thematic briefs, statements, brochures, posters, videos, photography, infographics, etc.;Schedule content on different channels as neededDeliverable:Production of high-quality advocacy and communication materials CompetenciesCore Values:Respect for DiversityIntegrityProfessionalism Core Competencies:Awareness and Sensitivity Regarding Gender IssuesAccountabilityCreative Problem SolvingEffective CommunicationInclusive CollaborationStakeholder EngagementLeading by ExamplePlease visit this link for more information on UN Women's Core Values and Competencies:https://www.unwomen.org/en/about-us/employment/application-process#_Values Functional Competencies:Ability to communicate sensitively, effectively and creatively across different constituenciesGood knowledge of web-based knowledge management systemsGood understanding of production, graphic design and photography standardsGood knowledge of social media platforms and experience in social media outreachGood knowledge of local country media landscapeGood communication, presentation, networking and advocacy skillsAbility to be strategic and analyticalKnowledge of gender and human rights issues desirable Required Skills and Experience Education:University studies in one of the following disciplines: Communications, Journalism or related field,or other relevant subjects is required.Meet one of the following:Be enrolled in a graduate school programme (second university degree or equivalent, or higher);Be enrolled in the final academic year of a first university degree programme (minimum Bachelor's level or equivalent);Have graduated with a university degree and, if selected, must commence the internship within a two-year period of graduation; orBe enrolled in a postgraduate professional traineeship program which is part of a degree Programme and undertake the internship as part of the program requirements.Language:Excellent communication skills (written and oral) in English are required;Working knowledge of another UN language is an advantage. Renumeration:Interns who are not in receipt of financial support from other sources such as universities or other institutions will receive a stipend from UN Women to partially subsidize their basic living costs for the duration of the internship. Application Information:All applicants must submit a completed and signed P.11 form with their application.Due to the high volume of applications received, UN Women can ONLY contact successful candidates.The successful candidate will be required to provide proof of enrollment in a valid health insurance plan at the duty station of the internship, proof of school enrollment or degree, a scanned copy of their passport/national ID and a copy of a valid visa (as applicable). Note:In July 2010, the United Nations General Assembly created UN Women, the United Nations Entity for Gender Equality and the Empowerment of Women. The creation of UN Women came about as part of the UN reform agenda, bringing together resources and mandates for greater impact. It merges and builds on the important work of four previously distinct parts of the UN system (DAW, OSAGI, INSTRAW and UNIFEM), which focused exclusively on gender equality and women's empowerment.At UN Women, we are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive environment of mutual respect. UN Women recruits, employs, trains, compensates, and promotes regardless of race, religion, color, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, ability, national origin, or any other basis covered by appropriate law. All employment is decided on the basis of qualifications, competence, integrity and organizational need. If you need any reasonable accommodation to support your participation in the recruitment and selection process, please include this information in your application. 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BackgroundUN Women, grounded in the vision of equality enshrined in the Charter of the United Nations, works for the elimination of discrimination against women and girls; the empowerment of women; and the achievement of equality between women and men as partners and beneficiaries of development, human rights, humanitarian action and peace and security. Placing women's rights at the center of all its efforts, UN Women will lead and coordinate United Nations System efforts to ensure that commitments on gender equality and gender mainstreaming translate into action throughout the world. It will provide strong and coherent leadership in support of Member States' priorities and efforts, building effective partnerships with civil society and other relevant actors.The Policy, Programme and Intergovernmental Division (PPID) is responsible for providing the vision and strategic direction on UN Women's programmes and policy initiatives globally and integrated support to regional and country offices.The Humanitarian Action Section within PPID leads UN Women's effective engagement in humanitarian action from development to operationalization of its strategy and accompanying policy and procedures as well as various guidance and instruments necessary for UN Women to effectively respond to the needs of women and girls in situations of crisis and fragility. It leads UN Women's membership in the Inter-Agency Standing Committee (IASC) and its normative contribution to promoting accountability in the humanitarian system to the established humanitarian normative and policy commitments, strengthening gender in global humanitarian action and their translation into concrete results for gender equality and women's empowerment to be at the core of the coordinated humanitarian response, and partnership building efforts with humanitarian actors. Working closely with Regional Offices, it supports Regional and Country Offices with the humanitarian response in line with the Crisis Response Policy and Humanitarian Strategy through activation of surge deployments and operational support for effective engagement with Humanitarian Country Teams and the humanitarian clusters. Reporting to the Chief of Humanitarian Action, the Deputy Chief of Humanitarian Action supports the Chief specifically on leading UN Women's Humanitarian Action. The Head of Humanitarian Action coordinates the implementation of UN Women's Humanitarian Strategy and oversees support to the humanitarian response of country and regional offices, including the development of institutional policies and procedures and capacities to rapidly respond to humanitarian emergencies. The Head of Humanitarian Action also supports the Chief with management of human and financial resources of the Humanitarian Unit. Duties and Responsibilities1. Lead and manage personnel under their supervision [If the incumbent supervises personnel]Manage the performance of personnel under their supervision by provide managerial direction, guidance and leadership as well as performance feedback and coaching. Ensure performance assessment are completed on time and identify learning and development opportunities to support personnel's engagement. Ensure all personnel under their supervision are fully aware of UN Women's workplace relations policies. 2. Provide advisory and specialized strategic support on Humanitarian Action to the Chief of Humanitarian ActionAdvise, guide, and provide substantive inputs to the Humanitarian Strategy and its implementation in line with the UN Women Strategic Plan;Prepare policy documents, briefs and other strategic papers/materials to support the coherent implementation the humanitarian strategy;Assess the country level and regional level Strategic Note and work plans and make recommendations and conclusions to assist in planning;Lead preparation of the Humanitarian Unit annual workplan, budget, annual report inputs and submission process.Serve as a member of the Geneva Office senior management team.3. Coordinate support to Country and Regional Offices on humanitarian crisis responseSupport the organization of Situation Rooms and Crisis Response Task Team meetings on crisis onset.Support the capacity needs assessment of the crisis affected office and deployment of surge support to effectively engage in humanitarian response planning and programming.Provide technical support for humanitarian response and early recovering planning and programming.Lead review and improvements to policy, procedures and systems for UN Women's humanitarian crisis response in consultation with field offices on an ongoing basis.4. Oversee development, management and monitoring of global projects coordinated by the Humanitarian SectionOversee the development and implementation of global projects;Manage the development of systems, processes and mechanisms to support effective project planning, implementation, monitoring and timely progress reporting; Finalize reports on progress of project implementation;Lead the monitoring of progress on mutually agreed results frameworks and performance indicators and timely action/decision and/or provide timely support; Identify areas that may require improvement and capture best practices/lessons learned;Manage the timely allocation of funds to offices participating in global projects. Monitor and ensure the appropriate utilization of resources approved and allocated to field offices.5. Advocate for UN Women's mandate and support UN Inter-Agency coordination and intergovernmental normative processesPrepare inputs for UN Women's engagement in inter-governmental bodies such as the Commission on the Status of Women, Economic and Social Council, the General Assembly, the Grand Bargain and other policy-making organs;Represent UN Women in IASC Task Teams, Grand Bargain workstreams and other humanitarian fora.Provide technical inputs and support to Regional Directors and Country Representatives in establishing and maintaining effective consultations with governments, partners, stakeholders and donors to achieve active collaboration, cooperation and alliances in addressing gender in humanitarian planning, project development and implementation, resource mobilization and sustained partnerships;Represent the Chief of Humanitarian Action when requested.6. Provide strategic partnership building and resource mobilization strategies support to the Chief of Humanitarian ActionProvide strategic support to the development of a resource mobilization strategy and support resource mobilization efforts for humanitarian action at global, regional and country level;Develop strategic partnerships to advance the integration of gender equality and women's empowerment perspectives in humanitarian action and collaborate with inter-agency partners on humanitarian planning of programming.Review donor reports of the Humanitarian Unit for quality assurance and compliance with commitment met and accountability framework established and to ensure that donors are duly informed on a timely basis.7. Participate in knowledge management and capacity building effortsEnsure regular assessments of implementation of the Humanitarian Strategy. Identify lessons learned and areas of emphasis to guide programme improvements and future strategic development plan;Manage the process of engaging with country and regional offices in collecting and sharing global lessons learned on gender in humanitarian action to build knowledge and capacity within UN Women and of partners and stakeholders;Lead the design and implementation of capacity building training activities to enhance skills and knowledge on humanitarian coordination, gender in humanitarian action, Results Based Management, results-based budgeting, and project management. CompetenciesCore valuesIntegrityProfessionalismRespect for Diversity Core CompetenciesAwareness and Sensitivity Regarding Gender IssuesAccountabilityCreative Problem SolvingEffective CommunicationInclusive CollaborationStakeholder EngagementLeading by ExamplePlease visit this link for more information on UN Women's Core Values and Competencies: https://www.unwomen.org/sites/default/files/Headquarters/Attachments/Sections/About Us/Employment/UN-Women-values-and-competencies-framework-en.pdf Functional CompetenciesExcellent programme formulation, implementation, monitoring and evaluation skillsExcellent knowledge of Results Based Management principles and approachesAbility to develop detailed operational plans, budgets, and deliver on themDemonstrated political acumen and technical capacity in representing the organization effectively in national and international fora to advocate and to promote organizational priorities, initiativesKnowledge of UN system Required Skills and Experience Education and certification:Master's degree (or equivalent) in Humanitarian development, International Relations, Public Administration, Social Sciences, or a related field.A first-level university degree in combination with two additional years of qualifying experience may be accepted in lieu of the advanced university degree.A project/programme management certification (such as PMP®, PRINCE2®, or MSP®) would be an added advantage. Experience:At least 10 years of progressively responsible experience in humanitarian work, including specific experience in work on gender equality in humanitarian action;Experience with managing, supporting and overseeing policy-making and analysis, programme and operations management, resource mobilization and partnership creation in humanitarian contexts is required;Experience in inter-agency coordination and advocacy is requiredExperience in managing a team is required. Language Requirements:Fluency in English is required;Knowledge of the other UN official working language is an asset. Application:All applications must include (as an attachment) the completed UN Women Personal History form (P-11) which can be downloaded from: https://www.unwomen.org/sites/default/files/Headquarters/Attachments/Sections/About Us/Employment/UN-Women-P11-Personal-History-Form.doc. Kindly note that the system will only allow one attachment. Applications without the completed UN Women P-11 form will be treated as incomplete and will not be considered for further assessment. Note:In July 2010, the United Nations General Assembly created UN Women, the United Nations Entity for Gender Equality and the Empowerment of Women. The creation of UN Women came about as part of the UN reform agenda, bringing together resources and mandates for greater impact. It merges and builds on the important work of four previously distinct parts of the UN system (DAW, OSAGI, INSTRAW and UNIFEM), which focused exclusively on gender equality and women's empowerment. Diversity and inclusion:At UN Women, we are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive environment of mutual respect. UN Women recruits, employs, trains, compensates, and promotes regardless of race, religion, color, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, ability, national origin, or any other basis covered by appropriate law. All employment is decided on the basis of qualifications, competence, integrity and organizational need.If you need any reasonable accommodation to support your participation in the recruitment and selection process, please include this information in your application.UN Women has a zero-tolerance policy on conduct that is incompatible with the aims and objectives of the United Nations and UN Women, including sexual exploitation and abuse, sexual harassment, abuse of authority and discrimination. All selected candidates will be expected to adhere to UN Women's policies and procedures and the standards of conduct expected of UN Women personnel and will therefore undergo rigorous reference and background checks. (Background checks will include the verification of academic credential(s) and employment history. Selected candidates may be required to provide additional information to conduct a background check. 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BackgroundUN Women, grounded in the vision of equality enshrined in the Charter of the United Nations, works for the elimination of discrimination against women and girls; the empowerment of women; and the achievement of equality between women and men as partners and beneficiaries of development, human rights, humanitarian action and peace and security.UN Women Albania works closely with the government and civil society to design and implement the laws, policies, programmes and services needed to improve the status of women and achieve global standards for gender equality. Within the One UN Programme in Albania, UN Women Albania leads on gender equality issues, and provides coordination and support to related activities. UN Women in Albania operates in four core areas, focused on women's economic empowerment, promoting women in decision making and their active political participation, eliminating violence against women and supporting gender responsive national planning and budgeting. Duties and ResponsibilitiesUnder the overall guidance of the Head of Programmes and in direct supervision of the Programme Analyst, the intern will work in close collaboration with the Programme Team and specific project managers as relevant ensuring timely support in carrying out proper processes related to advancing the normative, programmatic and coordination work of the office as well as other cross-cutting areas of knowledge management, research, and analysis.The intern will be expected to undertake the following specific tasks:Support in review and research to contribute to programme development and knowledge management, on topics related to the thematic areas of work of UN Women in Albania (women's leadership and political participation, ending violence against women, gender-responsive national planning and budgeting, women's economic empowerment, women, peace and security) as well as on its normative and UN Coordination work;Compile information from different sources and produce analytical synopses; Collect information and data to be used for preparation of briefing notes, talking points, and reports as required; Support the production of presentations and other visual documents;Contribute to data entry and database updating/revising of programme related documents;Support preparations for CO activities and events; Support in editing and revision of reports, briefs, and other documents as needed;Monitor, update and support outreach plan for private sector companies in the context of promoting the Women's Empowerment Principles (WEPs) in Albania by preparing briefs, help organize meetings and events, and support following up with key new and existing private sector partners;Support promoting effective knowledge management practices in the CO including by ensuring that shared platforms are up to date and effectively utilized by CO staff, and providing support to the implementation of other knowledge management activities;Support outreach and implementation of specific activities promoting youth;Support in additional tasks of the CO Programme Unit, as required. Learning objectives:Understand the mandate and working areas of UN Women and the UN system in Albania.Acquire knowledge and practical experience about issues related to gender equality and the empowerment of women;Strengthen analytical and research skills in thematic areas that are part of the CO's work;Exposure to the working environment of a UN Organization;Acquire teamwork skills in a multicultural environment. CompetenciesCore Values:Respect for DiversityIntegrityProfessionalism Core Competencies:Awareness and Sensitivity Regarding Gender IssuesAccountabilityCreative Problem SolvingEffective CommunicationInclusive CollaborationStakeholder EngagementLeading by ExamplePlease visit this link for more information on UN Women's Core Values and Competencies: https://www.unwomen.org/sites/default/files/Headquarters/Attachments/Sections/About Us/Employment/UN-Women-values-and-competencies-framework-en.pdf Functional Competencies: Excellent research, writing, and organizational skills;Ability to work in diverse team settings;Ability to multi-task and address competing priorities; Ability to produce high-quality deliverables in a timely manner; Ability to work effectively in independent and collaborative settings; Ability to take initiatives, ask questions, and contribute substantively; Strong computer skills, including Word, Excel, and Power Point Required Skills and ExperienceEducation:University studies in one of the following disciplines: gender studies, human rights, international relations, anthropology, political sciences, law or other relevant subjects is required. Meet one of the following: Be enrolled in a graduate school programme (second university degree or equivalent, or higher); Be enrolled in the final academic year of a first university degree programme (minimum Bachelor's level or equivalent); Have graduated with a university degree and, if selected, must commence the internship within a one-year period of graduation; or Be enrolled in a postgraduate professional traineeship program which is part of a degree programme and undertake the internship as part of the program requirements. Language:Fluency in English is required, both oral and written;Fluency in Albanian would be an asset. Renumeration: Interns who are not in receipt of financial support from other sources such as universities or other institutions will receive a stipend from UN Women to partially subsidize their basic living costs for the duration of the internship.Application Information: All applicants must submit a completed and signed UN Women Personal History Form (P11) with their application.Due to the high volume of applications received, we can ONLY contact successful candidates.Successful candidate will be required to provide proof of enrollment in a valid health insurance plan at the duty station of the internship, proof of school enrollment or degree, a scanned copy of their passport/national ID and a copy of a valid visa (as applicable). Two consecutive internship assignments for tentative periods as given below:First assignment: from April 2024 to July or September 2024 Second assignment: from October 2024 to January 2025 or March 2025 Note:In July 2010, the United Nations General Assembly created UN Women, the United Nations Entity for Gender Equality and the Empowerment of Women. The creation of UN Women came about as part of the UN reform agenda, bringing together resources and mandates for greater impact. It merges and builds on the important work of four previously distinct parts of the UN system (DAW, OSAGI, INSTRAW and UNIFEM), which focused exclusively on gender equality and women's empowerment.At UN Women, we are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive environment of mutual respect. UN Women recruits, employs, trains, compensates, and promotes regardless of race, religion, color, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, ability, national origin, or any other basis covered by appropriate law. All employment is decided on the basis of qualifications, competence, integrity and organizational need. If you need any reasonable accommodation to support your participation in the recruitment and selection process, please include this information in your application. UN Women has a zero-tolerance policy on conduct that is incompatible with the aims and objectives of the United Nations and UN Women, including sexual exploitation and abuse, sexual harassment, abuse of authority and discrimination. All selected candidates will be expected to adhere to UN Women's policies and procedures and the standards of conduct expected of UN Women personnel and will therefore undergo rigorous reference and background checks. (Background checks will include the verification of academic credential(s) and employment history. Selected candidates may be required to provide additional information to conduct a background check.)This is how cinfo can support you in the application process for this specific position: Application preparation: Before you apply for this position: Improve your application documents by registering for a Job Application Support. Our coaches are here to help tailor your application to the requirements of the job (service provided at your own cost). Interview preparation: When invited to the interview: Prepare for the interview by registering for a Job Application Support. Additional services for Swiss nationals who get invited to the selection process (written test, interview, assessment centre, etc.): Let us know by writing to recruitment@cinfo.ch. We flag matching applications to HR partners and SDC/SECO for visibility. Benefit from free interview/assessment preparation by registering here: Interview and Assessment Centre Preparation for Jobs in Multilateral Organisations. Our coaches stand ready to help prepare for upcoming interview/assessment centre.
BackgroundUN Women, grounded in the vision of equality enshrined in the Charter of the United Nations, works for the elimination of discrimination against women and girls; the empowerment of women; and the achievement of equality between women and men as partners and beneficiaries of development, human rights, humanitarian action and peace and security by the implementation of the National Plan of the UN resolution 1325.Over the last decade, Niger, one of the four countries around Lake Chad, is facing an increasing triple crisis due to the deterioration of the security situation with repeated incidences of violence from the Boko Haram terrorist group, the socio-political instability, and chocks from climate changes. The socio-political crisis in Niger that followed the July 26, 2023, military coup will likely have dramatic impacts on the gender equality and democratic achievements such as the law on quotas, the women participation in peacebuilding processes and the increasingly number of GBV cases. The 2024 HNRP estimates that 4.6 million people need humanitarian assistance among which 51% are women and girls, 335,227 IPDs and 290,026 refugees who fled insecurity in neighbouring Burkina Faso, Mali, and Nigeria. Women and girls are particularly exposed to increased risks of gender-based violence, forced marriage, early pregnancy, female genital mutilation, and deprivation of education.UN Women is taking measures to ensure gender is mainstreamed in the response led by different actors. There is a need to support key bodies such as the Permanent National Secretariat of the WPS Agenda, its regional offices, the focal points (DPF/PE), the Gender Unit within the HACP and the national gender observatory. Within the UN, (i) the Gender and Human Rights Group is co-led by UN Women and OHCHR, (ii) the Gender and Humanitarian group is co-led by UN Women and OCHA and includes UN agencies, national and international NGOs and gender experts from ministries of gender and humanitarian action, (iii) the "Friend for WPS Agenda" Working group led by UN Women, while the Technical and Financial Partners Gender group is co-led by UN Women and the European Union.Therefore, Niger had been engaged in Humanitarian, Development and Peace Nexus approach for synergies between humanitarian, development, and peace actions. The Nexus approach aims to strengthen collaboration, coherence, and complementarity. The government of Niger has set up the Nexus working group in conjunction with humanitarian and development actors. In addition, an action plan on sustainable solutions for displaced people and refugees is being finalized. Taking gender into account in these processes as well as the positioning of women's organizations is a priority including strengthening the capacities of the various actors at the national and local level.UN Women's portfolio in Niger is guided by UN Women strategic note 2023-2027 aligned with the strategic priorities of the UNSDCF 2023-2027 and the PDES 2022-2026. The country programs aim to build the resilience of women and girls in the framework of nexus "humanitarian, development and peace":Reporting to the Country Representative, the Policy Specialist: Women Peace and Security and Humanitarian action (WPS/HA) will oversee the development of the programme by prioritizing the Humanitarian, Development and Peacebuilding Nexus approach, provide capacity building of the country office and WLO-WRO, establish and strengthen partnerships with UN agencies, national and local actors as well as donors and develop relevant knowledge products on gender, humanitarian, development, and peace. The incumbent will be scaling up UN women work with Government, the National secretariat of UN Resolution 1325 on Women, Peace, and Security as well as UN and Civil society partners. Duties and Responsibilities1. Provide substantive technical support in the area of women, peace and security:Provide Technical advice on strategies and opportunities for building women's participation and influence in conflict prevention, resolution, and peacebuilding, with a particular focus on implementation of National Women peace and Security agenda action plan in Niger, strengthening the ongoing collaboration with Peace and security organizations in this area.Provide technical support and advice for the UN Women's programmes and initiatives on peace and security, through strategic partnerships with regional and sub-regional organizations (AU, ECOWAS) and civil society groups, and training of relevant stakeholders.Provide technical advice and tools on strengthening women's role in fighting against radicalization and violent extremism.Develop technical documents, vision of taking gender into account in the dialogue process and political transition and promote the effective participation of women including participation in elections, decision-making positions at national and local level.Advise, support, guide and provide input to ensure the formulation of relevant, high quality, results-based and rights-based peace and security programmes and projects.Prepare policy documents, briefs and other strategic papers and materials for use in the development and presentation of a coherent UN Women country perspective on women peace and security (R1325);Provide strategic and specialized technical advice to the peace and security team on the development of systems, processes, and mechanisms to support effective program planning, implementation, monitoring, and timely progress reporting.2. Provide substantive support to the design and implementation of Programme strategies in the area of humanitarian action interventions under the CO SN and AWP in line with IASC principles and commitments, including on HDP nexus and addressing climate crisisContextualize the training package for Gender in humanitarian action for humanitarian cluster and sub-clusters in Niger and lead training/capacity strengthening sessions.Develop/adapt the key indicators for each cluster to integrate gender commitments in their response and follow up on its implementation.Support the realization of Rapid Gender analysis and the regular production of Gender Alert to inform HNO, HRP prioritization as well as well decisions around humanitarian funding and allocations across the cluster system, including in support of localization principles and commitments. Similarly, this analysis will inform partnerships, program development and resource mobilization in support of UN Women's contribution to theProduce regular Gender and Humanitarian analysis based on the existing reports, data and actions made by various humanitarian partners.Support drafting of Gender and Humanitarian talking points and key messages.In link with Norcap/UN Women capacity building staff, support the advocacy for Women civil society organizations participation into a Humanitarian coordination mechanism at the national and local level including design and roll out of training/orientation sessions.Coordinate gender and humanitarian working groups and ensure the establishment of 4 regional working group (Diffa, Marradi, Tillabery and Tahoua) with the action plan to enable implementation and tracking of the new IASC Gender Policy at sub-national level.Provide capacity building for the government's gender and humanitarian focal points, particularly the Ministry of Humanitarian Action, for better consideration in intergovernmental responsesSupport the development of a 'localized' accountability framework under HCT to track implementation of commitments under IASC Gender policy.Develop partnerships with other actors under UNSDCF/HRP, including other UN agencies such as UNFPA, WFP, UNHCR, IOM in support of joint commitments to advancing GE in crisis settings3.Lead on the implementation of the capacity development package and action plan for WRO/WLO participation in the humanitarian planning/decision making and peacebuilding processes, including access to funding.Develop outreach and advocacy programmes to ensure women's voices are heard throughout main peacebuilding processes and forums, including through nurturing policy dialogue with the government, senior officials and staff of international and regional institutions, in close cooperation with the UN Women Peace and Security Section and the Regional Office for West and Central Africa.Provide technical support and guidance for women's groups and women peace activists to develop common positions related to peace and security processes affecting Niger; Advise on capacity development of Niger women's organizations in the peace building process, humanitarian principles, and early recovery, response.Work with civil society partners and other stakeholders to conduct awareness raising on transitional justice and to mobilize this constituency to document and advocate for gender sensitive transitional justice measures.Provide technical support for the coordination of the peace and security result group of the UNSDF and other Coordination mechanisms dedicated to the prevention and response to internal displacement.Set up the women, peace and security national coordination mechanism and strengthen its capacities to monitor the implementation of the UNSCR1325 and UN Women peace and security programme.Work with civil society partners to conduct awareness raising on women's participation in the peace process and to mobilize this constituency to document and advocate for gender sensitive peace process.4. Provide technical support in strategic partnerships, resource mobilization and advocacy:Establish and nurture relationship with Government, technical specialists and financials partners, academia, research institutes, civil society and experts in transition and other women peace and security matters to expand and share knowledge, exchange views on latest findings, incorporate cutting-edge thinking in UN work on gender equality.Support resource mobilization by integrating Gender perspective in the ERC Flagship initiative on AAP; CERF and develop a specific Gender and humanitarian proposal and engage with donors to secure resources in support of UN Women's PSR and humanitarian programming (including potentially accessing humanitarian resources).Work closely with the communication team to scale good practices, voices from the field and needs of refugees, displaced and host communities' women and girls.Convene or represent UN Women in relevant international and regional forums to enhance coordination and/or ensure increased attention to gender and mediation and other conflict prevention and resolution issues.Build strategic partnerships with key stakeholders, regional organizations, NGOs and core international mediation institutions seeking to increase their presence and activities in Niger.Develop and maintain networks with institutions and experts in peace building and women's peace networks.Plan, organize and provide technical support to ad hoc expert group meetings, seminars, conferences, workshops, communities of practice and similar gatherings, including identification and determination of major issues for discussion and selection of participants, development of background documentation, preparation of reports and policy recommendations, and dissemination of results of such meetings5.Provide inputs to knowledge management and technical support:Develop, implement, and monitor capacity development in the area of gender in Nexus humanitarian -peace and development capacity amongst relevant stakeholders including through information sharing and joint trainings with national stakeholders and relevant regional and sub-regional organization so as to build availability of regionally knowledgeable and rapidly deployable specialists in this area.Ensure regular assessments of the country office peace and security programme, implementation plans and Mali's national plan on 1325 implementation. Identify lessons learned and areas of emphasis to guide program improvements and future strategic development plan.Identify areas that may require improvement and capture best practices/lessons learned, using corporate monitoring tools; and collect and analyze good practices.Manage the process of collecting and sharing lessons learned on women, peace and security including humanitarian action in the nexus approach perspective to build knowledge and capacity of partners and stakeholders.Identify and implement capacity building training activities to enhance skills and knowledge on women's participation in peace building and all related matters: gender and DDR, gender and SSR, women's early recovery.Contribute to the development and maintenance of country program knowledge networks and practices, and development of knowledge products.Review and evaluate proposals and oversee the preparation of donor proposals and reports.6.The incumbent performs other duties within their functional profile as deemed necessary for the efficient functioning of the Office and the Organisation.Supervisory/Managerial Responsibilities: Describe the size of the team and levels of personnel under the position's direct supervision. Include matrix management relationships and all affiliate personnel. E.g.: The incumbent leads a team of 20, which includes 5 direct reports (four P4 staff, 1 G7 staff), as well as 15 affiliate personnel (SC, consultants and interns). Competencies Core Values:Respect for DiversityIntegrityProfessionalism Core Competencies:Awareness and Sensitivity Regarding Gender IssuesAccountabilityCreative Problem SolvingEffective CommunicationInclusive CollaborationStakeholder EngagementLeading by ExamplePlease visit this link for more information on UN Women's Core Values and Competencies: https://www.unwomen.org/sites/default/files/Headquarters/Attachments/Sections/About Us/Employment/UN-Women-values-and-competencies-framework-en.pdf FUNCTIONAL COMPETENCIES:Excellent knowledge of Peace and Security Strong knowledge of the regionExcellent networking skillsAbility to interact with donors, identify and analyze trends, opportunities, and threats to fundraising.Ability to perform qualitative and quantitative policy research.Ability to advocate and provide policy advice.Excellent analytical skills.Ability to write policy papers, speeches, briefings.Strong knowledge of programme development, implementation, results-based management, and reporting Required Skills and ExperienceEducation and Certification:Master's degree or equivalent in Peace and Security human rights, international relations, international humanitarian action, or other social science fields is required.A first-level university degree in combination with five additional years of qualifying experience may be accepted in lieu of the advanced university degree.A project/programme management certification would be an added advantage. ExperienceAt least 7 years progressively responsible work experience in designing and managing programmes on peace, security resilience and humanitarian.Experience in in conflict/post-conflict situations and humanitarian settings is required.Experience in programme, policy analysis, and strategic planning is required.Experience working with, and building partnerships with governments, donors, and civil society organizations internationally and in the field is required.Experience leading and coaching staff in international settings is required.Experience in the usage of computers and office software packages (MS Word, Excel, etc.) and spreadsheet and database packages, experience in handling of web-based management systems is required.Experience working with the UN is desirable.Experience working in the West and Central Africa is desirable.Experience in the use of a modern web-based ERP System, preferably Oracle Cloud, is desirable. LanguagesFluency in English and French is required.Knowledge of another official UN language is desirable (Arabic, Chinese, Russian or Spanish). Application:All applications must include (as an attachment) the completed UN Women Personal History form (P-11) which can be downloaded from: https://www.unwomen.org/sites/default/files/Headquarters/Attachments/Sections/About Us/Employment/UN-Women-P11-Personal-History-Form.doc. Kindly note that the system will only allow one attachment. Applications without the completed UN Women P-11 form will be treated as incomplete and will not be considered for further assessment.ONU Femmes applique une politique de tolérance zéro à l'égard des comportements incompatibles avec les buts et objectifs des Nations Unies et d'ONU Femmes, notamment l'exploitation et les abus sexuels, le harcèlement sexuel, l'abus d'autorité et la discrimination. Tous les candidats sélectionnés devront adhérer aux politiques et procédures d'ONU Femmes et aux normes de conduite attendues du personnel d'ONU Femmes et seront donc soumis à une vérification rigoureuse des références et des antécédents. (La vérification des antécédents comprendra la vérification des qualifications académiques et des antécédents professionnels. Les candidats sélectionnés peuvent être tenus de fournir des informations supplémentaires pour compléter la vérification des antécédents).Note : En juillet 2010, l'Assemblée générale des Nations Unies a créé ONU Femmes, l'entité des Nations Unies pour l'égalité des sexes et l'autonomisation des femmes. La création d'ONU Femmes fait partie du programme de réforme de l'ONU, qui vise à mettre en commun les ressources et les mandats pour un plus grand impact. Elle fusionne et s'appuie sur l'important travail de quatre parties du système des Nations Unies auparavant distinctes (DAW, OSAGI, INSTRAW et UNIFEM), qui se concentraient exclusivement sur l'égalité des sexes et l'autonomisation des femmes. This is how cinfo can support you in the application process for this specific position: Application preparation: Before you apply for this position: Improve your application documents by registering for a Job Application Support. Our coaches are here to help tailor your application to the requirements of the job (service provided at your own cost). Interview preparation: When invited to the interview: Prepare for the interview by registering for a Job Application Support. Additional services for Swiss nationals who get invited to the selection process (written test, interview, assessment centre, etc.): Let us know by writing to recruitment@cinfo.ch. We flag matching applications to HR partners and SDC/SECO for visibility. 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Background:UN Women, grounded in the vision of equality enshrined in the Charter of the United Nations, works for the elimination of discrimination against women and girls; the empowerment of women; and the achievement of equality between women and men as partners and beneficiaries of development, human rights, humanitarian action and peace and security.The Liaison Office (LO) for the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC), UAE was inaugurated in 2016 to focus on 3 areas in terms of its mandate. These include advocacy for UN Women to drive its global mandate, resource mobilization for UN Women programs globally, and coordination of partnerships to drive the work and strategic priorities of UN Women in the GCC region. The office acts as a liaison between UN Women globally and stakeholders in the GCC from private sector, government, academia, and non-profits.Reporting to the Head of Liaison Office, GCC, the Partnerships and Communication Specialist will provide technical support to the development and management of UN Women's strategic partnerships and relationships, and resource mobilization strategy. The incumbent will work under the supervision of the Programme Specialist and the Public Partnership Section (PPS) resource mobilization branch at UN Women Headquarters. Description of Responsibilities :Develop and manage UN Women's strategic partnerships in the LO for the GCC.Engage with a variety of donors, including governments, private sector, high net worth individuals and foundations.Develop projects and proposals relating to gender equality and women empowerment.Explore viable opportunities and new approaches for UN Women's strategic engagement with the private sector particularly by focusing on SDG5 advancement.Mapp trends, opportunities and approaches for partnering with diverse donor groups at the GCC level and provide guidance and advise to the Liaison office and HQ relevant units, regional bureaus and country offices.Manage and coordinate existing relationships with key partners; provide technical inputs to senior management's efforts to develop new and innovative partnerships to sustain partnerships. 2. Manage, and facilitate the implementation of, LO resource mobilization strategies and initiatives.Manage the development and implementation of differentiated, donor fund-raising strategies, aligned and coordinated with country-level activities initiatives and outreach activities;Prepare briefing documents, talking points for meetings, reports and presentations to advance partnership and resource mobilization objectives. Provide technical support to the office in the preparation of missions, meetings and other consultations with donors, including the preparation of notes, briefs and other materials;Provide regular updates on donor profiles, databases (e.g. contacts management) and donor intelligence;Identify opportunities to secure additional non-core resources;Provide technical support the drafting and review of partner-specific Framework Arrangements and Cost Sharing Agreements; and the preparation of brief funding proposals and concept notes, where appropriate.Provide technical support to programme specialist for the preparation of high quality and timely donor reports. 3. Provide technical support to the women economic empowerment agenda and the advancement of the WEPs Contribute to the Launching and execution of the WEPs in Action campaign in collaboration with the General Women's Union (GWU), a call-to-action for private sector companies of all sizes to sign and/or extend their efforts on the implementation of the Women's Empowerment Principles (WEPs).Implement joint initiatives with private sector existing partners to address key gender equality issues and showcase successful models of corporate social responsibility.Conduct informative sessions to private sector entities on WEPS in the GCC region. 4. Strategic advice to the LO management on engagement with private sector entities and advancing UN Women's strategic objectives.Lead the UAE National Chapter of the Unstereotype Alliance (UA) .Support the Launching and execution of the campaign to reverse harmful gender-based stereotypes through the UA in GCC.Contribute to and oversee all communication activities to increase UN Women's visibility in the GCC region on relevant UN Women online platforms.Recruit new members for the UA chapter after conducting due diligence and finalization of the agreement. 5. Lead the development and implementation of communication and outreach/advocacy strategies and plans, with a specific focus on media. Monitor and analyze print and social media and prepare reports;Launch in-country UN Women/ UN system corporate and local/regional campaigns and special events;Develop and produce communication and advocacy instruments and materials, including briefing materials, press releases, and articles and coordinate its dissemination through effective channels.In adherence with UN Women Communications policies, and in collaboration with HQ Communications Section, contribute to and oversee all communication activities to increase UN Women visibility in the GCC region in relevant UN Women online platforms. 6. Participate in knowledge building and sharing and advocacy efforts.Contribute to the development of knowledge products and mechanisms to effectively position UN Women in the GCC wherever possible.Monitor emerging issues that could affect partnerships and resource contributions at the national or regional levels (risk management). Competencies : Core Values:Integrity;Professionalism;Respect for Diversity. Core Competencies:Awareness and Sensitivity Regarding Gender Issues;Accountability;Creative Problem Solving;Effective Communication;Inclusive Collaboration;Stakeholder Engagement;Leading by Example.Please visit this link for more information on UN Women's Values and Competencies Framework: Functional Competencies:Strong knowledge of gender equality and women's rights issues;Demonstrated ability to interact effectively with government representatives of Member States (donor and programme);Proven networking skills, and ability to mobilize support on behalf of UN Women;Strong negotiating skills;Knowledge and understanding of UN system and familiarity with inter-governmental processes;Strong IT skills, including databases, extranet and office software packages;Strong analytical and interpersonal skills. Qualifications:Education and certification:Master's degree or equivalent in economics, business management, social sciences, public administration, international relations, communications, women's studies, or a related field is required.A first-level university degree in combination with two additional years of qualifying experience may be accepted in lieu of the advanced university degree. Experience:At least 5 years of progressively responsible experience in resource mobilization, communications/ advocacy, and/or business development;Experience in gender equality and women's empowerment;Experience working with civil society organizations, international institutions and donors;Experience working in the UN system is an asset. Language Requirements:Fluency in English is required, Arabic is an asset.Knowledge of another official UN language is desirable (French, Chinese, Russian or Spanish). Statements :In July 2010, the United Nations General Assembly created UN Women, the United Nations Entity for Gender Equality and the Empowerment of Women. The creation of UN Women came about as part of the UN reform agenda, bringing together resources and mandates for greater impact. It merges and builds on the important work of four previously distinct parts of the UN system (DAW, OSAGI, INSTRAW and UNIFEM), which focused exclusively on gender equality and women's empowerment.Diversity and inclusion:At UN Women, we are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive environment of mutual respect. UN Women recruits, employs, trains, compensates, and promotes regardless of race, religion, color, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, ability, national origin, or any other basis covered by appropriate law. All employment is decided on the basis of qualifications, competence, integrity and organizational need.If you need any reasonable accommodation to support your participation in the recruitment and selection process, please include this information in your application.UN Women has a zero-tolerance policy on conduct that is incompatible with the aims and objectives of the United Nations and UN Women, including sexual exploitation and abuse, sexual harassment, abuse of authority and discrimination. All selected candidates will be expected to adhere to UN Women's policies and procedures and the standards of conduct expected of UN Women personnel and will therefore undergo rigorous reference and background checks. (Background checks will include the verification of academic credential(s) and employment history. Selected candidates may be required to provide additional information to conduct a background check.) 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BackgroundUN Women, grounded in the vision of equality enshrined in the Charter of the United Nations, works for the elimination of discrimination against women and girls; the empowerment of women; and the achievement of equality between women and men as partners and beneficiaries of development, human rights, humanitarian action and peace and security.For a seventh consecutive year, Afghanistan remains among the deadliest places in the world to be a civilian and faces an emerging level of human rights violation.Afghanistan is one of the world's most complex emergencies, and the world's largest humanitarian crisis. Afghan people are grappling with the impact of conflict, poverty, economic decline, and natural disasters. In this context, Afghan women and girls face unique vulnerabilities and require urgent support as gender inequality is interwoven with conflict dynamics and humanitarian needs. Since the takeover by Taliban in August 2021, Afghanistan has witnessed a progressive erasure of women's rights and freedoms, through both formal and informal edicts, messages and practices. The 24 December 2022 edict banning Afghan women from NGOs and INGOs and the escalation of the ban in April 2023 to Afghan women working with the UN has further amplified this restricted space from women and women CSOs creating operational conditions of uncertainty. It is essential that Afghan women and girls can continue to shape the development of their country, and that their gains are protected. UN Women remains fully committed to supporting Afghan women and girls and to putting them at the center of the global response to the crisis in Afghanistan. In the evolving context UN Women continues to reconfigure and adapt its programming to be responsive to ensure the full spectrum of rights of Afghan women and girls are met.UN Women's programming approach in Afghanistan is informed by analysis of the political, economic and humanitarian situation, risks to and capacities of partner organizations, and needs of Afghan women and girls. UN Women Afghanistan currently has five key programme priorities: (1) Gender in Humanitarian Action, (2) Ending Violence Against Women, (3) Women's Economic Empowerment, and (4) Women, Peace and Security. Given the operational context in country, UN Women has also strengthened its sub offices through presence across 5 Sub Offices to ensure a more localized approach to its programming. Working across the thematic pillars and sub offices, the post holder will provide substantive and hands on support to ensure coherence, relevance and robustness of the programme commitments under the Strategic Note 2023-25 for the UN Women Afghanistan Country Office (ACO).Under the Gender in Humanitarian Action mandate, UN Women provides UN system wide leadership on gender responsive humanitarian action, through its presence in the HCT. UN Women is the permanent co-lead of the Gender in Humanitarian Action (GiHA) to provide technical, advisory and programmatic support to the HCT and the Inter Cluster Coordination Team (ICCT) and is the Secretariate to the Women's Advisory Group to the Afghanistan HCT. At the programmatic level GiHA portfolio manages a range of 'for women by women' programmatic modalities to meet the needs of crises effected Afghan women and girls, including those on the move, forced returns and internally displaced.Reporting to the Deputy Country Representative (Programmes)_ and working closely with the GiHA coordination and Access Specialist, the Humanitarian Specialist will oversee the development and oversight of the humanitarian programmes, coordinate with the 5 sub offices, provide capacity building to establish and strengthen partnerships, and develop relevant knowledge products on humanitarian action for the Afghanistan Country Office. This function will require closely working the Deputy Country Representative (Operations) as well with the head of the Programme Management Support Unit (PMSU) to support timely progress against mutually agreed results frameworks and performance indicators to meet agreed targets and results. Duties and Responsibilities1. Programme development for the Afghanistan Country Office anchored in the Strategic Note 2023-2025Oversee the development of country programme documents on humanitarian action and humanitarian responseProvide technical inputs to cluster plans;Provide advice on contextualizing/ localizing programme documents, response strategies, and knowledge products;Develop the strategic documents, policy papers, talking points and similar materials highlighting ACO's policy and programmatic positions for information and presentation to internal and external stakeholders.Ensure efficient utilization of resources, adherence to deliver rates, in alignment with the Country Office's goals and visionDevelop and support drafting of concept notes, proposals and similar materials in close coordination with other relevant functions and sub officesIdentify entry points on humanitarian programming across the humanitarin-basic human needs and peace nexusProvide support and coordinate with the heads of sub offices in identifying and operationalizing localized gender responsive humanitrain programming opportunities to ensure UN Women remains responsive to emerging crisesCoordinate monitoring and reporting for humanitarian action in collaboration with programme teams.Develop, implement and mentor the team and provided targetted capacity buildingto advance their professional growth;Provide technical support to partners on implementation of humanitarian action;Provide technical policy advice to programme/ project managers/ specialists in thematic areas related to humanitarian programming2. Strategic and technical support to Humanitarian Country Team, ICCT and cluster, sub clusters and technical working groups:Work closely with the GiHA coordination and Access specialist to advance HCT accountability on implementing gender equality commitments.Support the inter-cluster coordination Team (ICCT), clusters, sub clusters and technical working group with gender analysis, capacity building and technical assistance.Support strategic planning process by contributing to the development of HNRPssAdvocate and identify opportunities for the engagement and meaningful participation of local women's organizations and platforms in humanitarian coordination mechanisms, particularly at sub national levelsLead specific efforts in mainstreaming gender and protection in disaster preparedness, response and recovery effortsof other clusters and relevant working groups, including and durable solutions working groupAdvocate for the engagement and participation of local women led /women focused organizations and civil society networks in humanitarian coordination mechanismsSupport the ACO management to make informed and strategic decisions relating to gender responsive humanitarian programming3. Establish and strengthen strategic partnerships with stakeholders, regional/ international actors and development partnersIdentify and guide the ACO on opportunities to develop and advance gender responsive humanitarian programming through innovative partnerships and advocacy across stakeholders. and provide necessary guidance to team members and sub offices in that regard.Build and maintain close liaisons with relevant donors and other actors supporting efforts towards humanitarian action;Produce periodic updates and briefs on regional/country development situation to be used by stakeholders, CO, RO, HQ4. Manage and support the resource mobilization strategy for humanitarian actionParticipate in the implementation, monitoring and periodic updating of the resource mobilization strategy on humanitarian action;Research and analyze information on donors; prepare substantive briefs on possible areas of cooperation.Lead and manage the regular technical briefings on programme updates with donors5. Oversee advocacy and communication of humanitarian actionDuring emergency response, support and lead the development of communication and advocacy messages and strategies on key gender and protection concerns;Manage and contribute to the collection of stories and lessons learnt related to the overall GIHA programming and develop knowledge management products that highlight programme adaptations and effectiveness on gender equality and women's empowerment. CompetenciesCore Values:Respect for DiversityIntegrityProfessionalism Core Competencies:Awareness and Sensitivity Regarding Gender IssuesAccountabilityCreative Problem SolvingEffective CommunicationInclusive CollaborationStakeholder EngagementLeading by ExamplePlease visit this link for more information on UN Women's Values and Competencies Framework: https://www.unwomen.org/sites/default/files/Headquarters/Attachments/Sections/About Us/Employment/UN-Women-values-and-competencies-framework-en.pdf Functional CompetenciesSubstantive knowledge and experience related to current policies and practices in the fields of gender equality, protection and humanitarian action, including humanitarian coordination; Strong knowledge of the region;Excellent networking skills;Ability to interact with donors, identify and analyze trends, opportunities and threats to fundraising;Ability to perform qualitative and quantitative policy research;Ability to advocate and provide policy advice;Excellent analytical skills;Ability to write policy papers, speeches, briefings;Strong knowledge of programme development, implementation, results based management and reporting; Required Skills and ExperienceEducation and certification:Master's degree or equivalent in human rights, gender, humanitarian action, international relations, international development, international law or other social science fields is required;A first-level university degree in combination with two additional years of qualifying experience may be accepted in lieu of the advanced university degree;A project/programme management certification (such as PMP®, PRINCE2®, or MSP®) would be an added advantage; Experience:At least 7 years progressively responsible experience in designing and managing humanitarian programmes, with a particular; focus on gender and protection in emergencies;Substantive and technical experience in inter-agency coordination, preferably protection cluster coordination, and/or ProCap/GenCap in disaster settings;Experience in policy analysis and strategic planning;Experience working with, and building partnerships with governments, donors and civil society organizations internationally and in the field;Experience working with the UN is an asset; andExperience working in the region is an asset; Language Requirements:Fluency in English is required;Knowledge of the other UN official working language is an asset;Knowledge of Dari and / Pashto will be an asset; Application:All applications must include (as an attachment) the completed UN Women Personal History form (P-11) which can be downloaded from Application and recruitment process | About us: Careers at UN Women | UN Women – Headquarters Kindly note that the system will only allow one attachment. Applications without the completed UN Women P-11 form will be treated as incomplete and will not be considered for further assessment.Note:In July 2010, the United Nations General Assembly created UN Women, the United Nations Entity for Gender Equality, and the Empowerment of Women. The creation of UN Women came about as part of the UN reform agenda, bringing together resources and mandates for greater impact. It merges and builds on the important work of four previously distinct parts of the UN system (DAW, OSAGI, INSTRAW, and UNIFEM), which focused exclusively on gender equality and women's empowerment. Inclusion Statement:At UN Women, we are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive environment of mutual respect. UN Women recruits employs, trains, compensates, and promotes regardless of race, religion, color, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, ability, national origin, or any other basis covered by appropriate law. All employment is decided on the basis of qualifications, competence, integrity, and organizational need.If you need any reasonable accommodation to support your participation in the recruitment and selection process, please include this information in your application.UN Women has a zero-tolerance policy on conduct that is incompatible with the aims and objectives of the United Nations and UN Women, including sexual exploitation and abuse, sexual harassment, abuse of authority, and discrimination. All selected candidates will be expected to adhere to UN Women's policies and procedures and the standards of conduct expected of UN Women personnel and will therefore undergo rigorous reference and background checks. (Background checks will include the verification of academic credential(s) and employment history. Selected candidates may be required to provide additional information to conduct a background check.) 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UNDP is committed to achieving workforce diversity in terms of gender, nationality and culture. Individuals from minority groups, indigenous groups and persons with disabilities are equally encouraged to apply. All applications will be treated with the strictest confidence. UNDP does not tolerate sexual exploitation and abuse, any kind of harassment, including sexual harassment, and discrimination. All selected candidates will, therefore, undergo rigorous reference and background checks. BackgroundUN Women, grounded in the vision of equality enshrined in the Charter of the United Nations, works for the elimination of discrimination against women and girls; the empowerment of women; and the achievement of equality between women and men as partners and beneficiaries of development, human rights, humanitarian action and peace and security.Women's Political Participation (WPP) is one of UN Women's primary areas of work, recognizing the vital role of women's leadership in strong and stable democratic processes and inclusive societies. It is covered under the Entity's Strategic Plan 2022-2025 Impact Area 1 – Participation and Governance in Public Life: "Women and girls participate in leadership and decision making and benefit from gender responsive governance" and across several Systemic Outcomes of the Strategic Plan, mainly Outcome 1 on normative frameworks and policies, Outcome 5 on Voice Leadership and Agency; and Outcome 7 on UN Coordination.UN Women works with various partners and stakeholders nationally, regionally, and globally to ensure more women of all ages fully participate, lead, and engage in political institutions. Within this framework, UN-Women has partnered with the European Union to implement one of the components of the European Union funded Women and Youth in Democracy Initiative (WYDE) Initiative. Launched by the European Union in 2023, WYDE seeks to strengthen the rights, empowerment, and participation in public and political life of youth and women as key actors of development and change. A multiparter initiative, WYDE includes five interlinked components,[1] which are aligned with the European Union Action Plan on Human Rights and Democracy for the period 2020–2024 and the Youth Action Plan.UN-Women, jointly with the International Institute for Democracy and Electoral Assistance (International IDEA), the Inter-Parliamentary Union (IPU), and United Cities and Local Governments (UCLG), will implement the WYDE/Women's Leadership component through a three-year programme titled: "Advancing Women's Political Participation and Decision-Making through Social Norms Change, Networking and Global Advocacy." Through the programme, the partners will leverage collective action, partnerships, coordination, knowledge, and resources at a global level to promote the full and effective participation and decision-making of diverse women, especially those most often left furthest behind, through social norms change, networking and global advocacy.The WYDE/Women's Leadership programme will prioritize changing social norms and shifting cultural attitudes that portray women's roles in communities and society as incompatible with political power; and put specific focus on building critical skills of young women and engage men and boys, office holders and the media as allies for gender equality and women's empowerment. It will enhance synergies between women's rights movements, decision makers, the international community, the media, and other key actors, including the WYDE community across its different components, to maximize the effectiveness of spaces for coalition building, advocacy, and campaigning to promote WPP.Based in UN Women Brussels Liaison Office (Brussels, Belgium), and reporting to the Global Policy Advisor on Political Participation (Governance and Participation Section, PPID) in HQ; the Programme Manager is responsible for coordinating the WYDE/Women's Leadership programme implementation which includes coordinating relationships with implementing partners and stakeholders, monitoring and reporting, and the finances and personnel of the programme. The Programme Manager works in close collaboration with WYDE/Women's Leadership implementing partners, UN Women Regional Offices, and the Generation Equality Forum Team, to ensure successful implementation of in all stages of programme cycle thus contributing to the cohesiveness of the programme and its compliance to the corporate programming policies. [1] "Youth Participation in Public Affairs" (WYDE | Civic Engagement); "Youth for Freedoms of Association and Assembly" (WYDE | Freedoms); "Youth and women in Parliaments" (WYDE | Inter Pares); "Youth and Women in Political Parties," (WYDE | Political Parties) and "Advancing Women's Political Participation and Decision Making" (WYDE | Women Leadership). Duties and Responsibilities1. Lead the management of the WYDE/Women Leadership ProgrammeManage and coordinate the overall Programme work plan development and implementation according to the programme document.Liaise with the Programme Board, implementing partners and the EU, to ensure the Programme results are achieved and resources are managed.Prepare and present work-plans, periodic narrative progress reports and expenditures status reports to the Programme Board and Technical Team as necessary.Establish systems for project planning, implementation and monitoring in collaboration with partners.Record and maintain documents on relevant Programme activities, issues, and risks.Report progress of the programme at regular intervals to the Programme Board.Proactively escalate and resolve issues and initiate corrective actions as appropriate.2. Manage coordination with partners and other stakeholders.Manage relationships with implementing partners to support implementation of the Programme ensuring regular communication.Determine programmatic areas of cooperation, based on strategic goals of UN Women, partners' needs and donors' priorities.Raise potential problems and provide solutions.Provide substantial guidance to partners on establishment of performance indicators and monitoring achievement of results.Identify capacity building needs and support partners through technical assistance, and cross partner learning and sharing, and capacity development initiatives; develop training materials and workshops, as necessary.Coordinate the consolidation of the annual report submission to the EU and organize the annual consultation with the WYDE Strategic Steering Committee.Participate in on-going coordination mechanisms, including the EU WYDE Steering Committee, and/or other WYDE Task Forces as needed to ensure coherence of the programme with other WYDE components processes.3. Oversee the monitoring and reporting on the WYDE/Women Leadership ProgrammeGather and compile all information necessary for monitoring and reporting on the programme from the planning to the evaluation stages.Monitor the implementation of activities and the expenditure of funds by partners; oversee regular monitoring visits.Finalize annual and quarterly reports; finalize the submission of implementing partner financial and narrative reports.Ensure the delivery of baseline, monitoring, evaluation plans and reports (flash, progress and final) based on information compiled from colleagues and implementing partners.4. Manage financial resources and supervise staff.Supervise and manage the Programme Implementation Unit, comprised of a team of professional and administrative staff, review performance and mentor/ coach staff.Develop and prepare of financial resources of the programme including budgeting and budget revisions, and expenditure tracking and reporting.Oversee and monitor the allocation and disbursement of funds to participating partners.Ensure appropriate actions are taken to optimize use of programme funds.5. Advocate and facilitate knowledge building and management and communication.Finalize briefs on programme achievements.Ensure documentation of the programme implementation process and products produced are in accordance with UN Women guidelines.Coordinate exchange of information and knowledge products internally and externally of the programme.Oversee the organization of advocacy campaigns, events, trainings, workshops, and knowledge products.6. The incumbent performs other duties within their functional profile as deemed necessary for the efficient functioning of the Office and the Organisation. CompetenciesCore Values:Respect for DiversityIntegrityProfessionalismCore Competencies:Awareness and Sensitivity Regarding Gender IssuesAccountabilityCreative Problem SolvingEffective CommunicationInclusive CollaborationStakeholder EngagementLeading by ExamplePlease visit this link for more information on UN Women's Core Values and Competencies: https://www.unwomen.org/en/about-us/employment/application-process#_Values Functional CompetenciesExcellent programme management, formulation, implementation, monitoring and evaluation skills.Excellent knowledge of Results Based ManagementAbility to lead the development of detailed operational plans, budgets, and deliver on them for development results.Ability to synthesize program performance data and produce analytical reports to inform management and strategic decision-making.Excellent analytical skillsStrong knowledge of UN programme management systemsExperience managing programmes related to women's participation and governance is an advantage. Required Skills and ExperienceEducation and Certification:Master's degree or equivalent in social sciences, human rights, gender/women's studies, international development, or a related field is required.A first-level university degree in combination with two additional years of qualifying experience may be accepted in lieu of the advanced university degree.A project/programme management certification would be an added advantage.Experience:At least 7 years of progressively responsible experience at the national or international level in managing complex and multi-component programme interventions with national partners, preferably related to governance and political participation.Experience in coordinating, implementing, monitoring, and evaluating development programmes and projects; specifically with different UN agencies.Previous experience working in the UN system is an advantage.Experience managing EU funded programs is an advantage.Languages:Fluency in English is required.Knowledge of French is an asset. Application:All applications must include (as an attachment) the completed UN Women Personal History form (P-11) which can be downloaded from: https://www.unwomen.org/sites/default/files/Headquarters/Attachments/Sections/About Us/Employment/UN-Women-P11-Personal-History-Form.doc. Kindly note that the system will only allow one attachment. Applications without the completed UN Women P-11 form will be treated as incomplete and will not be considered for further assessment.Note:In July 2010, the United Nations General Assembly created UN Women, the United Nations Entity for Gender Equality and the Empowerment of Women. The creation of UN Women came about as part of the UN reform agenda, bringing together resources and mandates for greater impact. It merges and builds on the important work of four previously distinct parts of the UN system (DAW, OSAGI, INSTRAW and UNIFEM), which focused exclusively on gender equality and women's empowerment. Diversity and inclusion:At UN Women, we are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive environment of mutual respect. UN Women recruits, employs, trains, compensates, and promotes regardless of race, religion, color, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, ability, national origin, or any other basis covered by appropriate law. All employment is decided on the basis of qualifications, competence, integrity and organizational need.If you need any reasonable accommodation to support your participation in the recruitment and selection process, please include this information in your application.UN Women has a zero-tolerance policy on conduct that is incompatible with the aims and objectives of the United Nations and UN Women, including sexual exploitation and abuse, sexual harassment, abuse of authority and discrimination. All selected candidates will be expected to adhere to UN Women's policies and procedures and the standards of conduct expected of UN Women personnel and will therefore undergo rigorous reference and background checks. (Background checks will include the verification of academic credential(s) and employment history. Selected candidates may be required to provide additional information to conduct a background check. This is how cinfo can support you in the application process for this specific position:Application preparation: Before you apply for this position: Improve your application documents by registering for a Job Application Support. 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UNDP is committed to achieving workforce diversity in terms of gender, nationality and culture. Individuals from minority groups, indigenous groups and persons with disabilities are equally encouraged to apply. All applications will be treated with the strictest confidence. UNDP does not tolerate sexual exploitation and abuse, any kind of harassment, including sexual harassment, and discrimination. All selected candidates will, therefore, undergo rigorous reference and background checks. BackgroundUN Women, grounded in the vision of equality enshrined in the Charter of the United Nations, works for the elimination of discrimination against women and girls; the empowerment of women; and the achievement of equality between women and men as partners and beneficiaries of development, human rights, humanitarian action and peace and security.Women's Political Participation (WPP) is one of UN Women's primary areas of work, recognizing the role of women's leadership in strong and stable democratic processes and inclusive societies. It is covered under the Entity's Strategic Plan 2022-2025 Impact Area 1 – Participation and Governance in Public Life: "Women and girls participate in leadership and decision making and benefit from gender responsive governance"; and across several Systemic Outcomes of the Strategic Plan, mainly: Outcome 1 on Normative Frameworks and Policies, Outcome 5 on Voice Leadership and Agency; and Outcome 7 on UN coordination.UN Women works with various partners and stakeholders nationally, regionally, and globally to ensure more women of all ages fully participate, lead, and engage in political institutions. Within this framework, UN-Women has partnered with the European Union to one of the components of the European Union funded Women and Youth in Democracy Initiative (WYDE) Initiative. Launched by the European Union in 2023 WYDE seeks to strengthen the rights, empowerment, and participation in public and political life of youth and women as key actors of development and change. A multiparter initiative, WYDE includes five interlinked components,[1] which are aligned with the European Union Action Plan on Human Rights and Democracy for the period 2020–2024 and the Youth Action Plan.UN-Women, jointly with the International Institute for Democracy and Electoral Assistance (International IDEA), the Inter-Parliamentary Union (IPU), and United Cities and Local Governments (UCLG), will implement the WYDE/Women Leadership component through a three-year programme titled: "Advancing Women's Political Participation and Decision-Making through Social Norms Change, Networking and Global Advocacy." Over three years UN Women will leverage their convening power to facilitate feminist and women's rights movements participation in global and regional advocacy spaces and access to decision-making fora.The programme will be monitored, reported, and evaluated against the agreed Results and Resources Framework through a Monitoring, Reporting and Evaluation Plan ensuring the compliance with the corporate standard of RBM and the relevant corporate policy and procedures on monitoring and reporting. Ongoing monitoring data will be used for programme steering, annual progress reporting; donor monitoring missions; and the final external evaluation. It will also contribute to the corporate level monitoring and reporting requirements, such as the Executive Director's Annual Report (EDAR) to the Executive Board on the implementation of UN Women Strategic Plan. The WYDE/Women's Leadership programme will cooperate with the Gender Equality Forum (GEF) global collective through enhanced partnerships with women's organizations and networks to support the implementation of commitments made by the GEF Action Coalition (AC) on Feminist Movements (AC6) and Leadership. It will establish and manage a grant making mechanism for selected AC6 member organizations dedicated to advance women's meaningful participation, leadership, and decision-making power, and with specific focus on young women.Reporting to the WYDE Programme Manager, the Monitoring Specialist and Grants Manager and will monitor the programme implementation and manage all operational and project management processes related to the grants provided to GEF AC6 members as well as the completion\\closure of at the grantees' projects before the end of the programme. The Monitoring and Evaluation collaborate closely with the Headquarters, relevant Regional and Country Offices' (RO/MCO/CO) colleagues; and WYDE/Women Leadership implementing partners, to ensure results-based monitoring. The Specialist also collaborates with WYDE/Women Leadership implementing partners. [1] "Youth Participation in Public Affairs" (WYDE | Civic Engagement); "Youth for Freedoms of Association and Assembly" (WYDE | Freedoms); "Youth and women in Parliaments" (WYDE | Inter Pares); "Youth and Women in Political Parties," (WYDE | Political Parties) and "Advancing Women's Political Participation and Decision Making" (WYDE | Women Leadership). Duties and Responsibilities1. Coordinate results monitoring and reporting of the WYDE/Women Leadership ProgrammeRecommend and establish programme monitoring standards, criteria, and other indicators for measuring and assessing progress/results.Manage the monitoring of mutually agreed results frameworks and performance indicators.Coordinate with programme implementing partners to ensure that the programme has all the necessary baseline data and set milestones and targets for results framework.Coordinate the process of gathering information and preparing progress reports on programme implementation; prepare technical reports.Manage documentation on results monitoring and reporting and contribute to audits, evaluations and other assessments as needed, including EU verification missions. Monitor and assess progress towards overall results based on results framework and monitoring schedules.Undertake monitoring missions as needed summarizing key findings and recommendations.2. Lead the establishment and management of a grant making mechanism for GEF AC6Establish a grant making mechanism based on agreed ToR outlining eligibility criteria, templates for proposals, and implementation arrangements, including monitoring, and reporting requirements.Coordinate the call for proposals for GEF AC6 members and the selection process of the assigned grants in direct coordination with the Programme Manager.Lead the coordination on all aspects related to the assigned grants portfolio with the Grants making process, in coordination with operations staff and UN Women GEF Secretariat and Regional/Country Offices, and others, including as necessary to ensure the efficient oversight of the portfolio. This includes liaising with external stakeholders to ensure required documentation is received according to timeline agreed upon and consolidating the Programme Board's feedback to the grantees in all aspects of the project.Manage and oversee all operational and project management processes related to the grants' life cycle, including, processing of project modifications and no-cost extensions, budget revisions and disbursements and processing grant closure in close collaboration with Finance colleagues.Monitor and analyze financial situation on the portfolios and programmes to ensure adherence to delivery rates and utilization of resources to meet agreed upon targets and results.Maintain centralized portfolio matrix of grants and provide quarterly portfolio.Provide technical assistance to grantees throughout the project life cycle, including in the design of their Results and Resources Frameworks, clarifying proposed project outcomes, outputs, indicators of success, methods of baseline and data collection, activities, and budgets.Provide technical feedback to grantees to ensure results-based management and analysis and capturing of data as necessary.3. Support partnerships building and donor relations. Build relationships with programme partners, as necessary.Prepare written contributions for various purposes, including inputs for the WYDE Steering Committee, annual donor reports, newsletters, and other reporting needs.Analyze and research information on other WYDE Community partners and grantees, finalize substantive briefs on possible areas of cooperation.Determine programmatic areas of cooperation, based on strategic goals of UN Women, country needs and EU's priorities and support development of the relevant partnerships.Ensure effective information flow, communication, and coordination across the programme team and implementing partners, and with other UN Women units.4. Provide technical inputs into Reporting and Knowledge Management:Contribute to tracking and synthesizing, on an ongoing basis, developments, tools, emerging or good practices that are directly linked to the implementation of the programme and contribute to their global dissemination, including capturing findings and lessons learned.Support the Programme's communications efforts through direct engagement with grant recipients to gather information about the achievements and impact of the grant, knowledge products, media, etc. and ensure communications accurately reflect grant programmes.Keep systematic track of noteworthy AC6 grantees' achievements and communicate to colleagues for possible visibility, such as special features on the website.Support and organize knowledge sharing events and identify good and promising models that can be shared widely across grantees and other key stakeholders.Identify challenges and lessons learned across the AC6 grants and contribute to a process of institutional learning through documenting lessons learned and contribution to modification of strategies and programmes.Support, organize and participate in knowledge sharing and capacity development events and trainings for grantees.The incumbent performs other duties within their functional profile as deemed necessary for the efficient functioning of the Office and the Organization. CompetenciesCore Values:Respect for DiversityIntegrityProfessionalismCore Competencies:Awareness and Sensitivity Regarding Gender IssuesAccountabilityCreative Problem SolvingEffective CommunicationInclusive CollaborationStakeholder EngagementLeading by ExamplePlease visit this link for more information on UN Women's Core Values and Competencies: https://www.unwomen.org/en/about-us/employment/application-process#_Values Functional CompetenciesExcellent knowledge of results-based management and its application to monitoring and reporting work with data.Ability to develop detailed operational plans, budgets, and deliver on them.Ability to synthesize program performance data and produce analytical reports to inform management and strategic decision-making.Strong analytical skills and writing skills with use of qualitative and quantitative data.Ability to support others to strengthen their knowledge and skills in the areas of monitoring and reporting.Knowledge of women's empowerment and gender equality.Demonstrates openness to change and ability to manage complexities.Familiarity with UN Women procedures, particularly regarding planning project management and monitoring and reporting and grants management, is an advantage. Required Skills and ExperienceEducation and certification:Social Sciences, Statistics, Political Science, Development Studies, Public Administration, Gender, or another related field is required.A first-level university degree in combination with two additional years of qualifying experience may be accepted in lieu of the advanced university degree.A project/programme management certification (such as PMP®, PRINCE2®, or MSP®) would be an added advantage.Experience:At least 5 years of experience in programme design, and monitoring.Experience in grants and project management is required.Experience in managing and/or preparing results reports at country, regional and/or global level is required.Experience in providing guidance and technical support to personnel and/or partners in the areas of monitoring and/or reporting is required. Experience in the use of computers, office software packages (MS Word, Excel, etc.), and web-based management systems, and up-to-date, advanced knowledge of data management tools and database packages.Experience in conducting RBM training, as a trainer, to personnel and/or external partners to support results-based monitoring and reporting is desirable.Experience in working on addressing issues related to women's political participation is an asset.Language Requirements:Fluency in English is required.Working knowledge of French is desirable. Application:All applications must include (as an attachment) the completed UN Women Personal History form (P-11) which can be downloaded from: https://www.unwomen.org/sites/default/files/Headquarters/Attachments/Sections/About Us/Employment/UN-Women-P11-Personal-History-Form.doc. Kindly note that the system will only allow one attachment. Applications without the completed UN Women P-11 form will be treated as incomplete and will not be considered for further assessment.Note:In July 2010, the United Nations General Assembly created UN Women, the United Nations Entity for Gender Equality and the Empowerment of Women. The creation of UN Women came about as part of the UN reform agenda, bringing together resources and mandates for greater impact. It merges and builds on the important work of four previously distinct parts of the UN system (DAW, OSAGI, INSTRAW and UNIFEM), which focused exclusively on gender equality and women's empowerment. Diversity and inclusion:At UN Women, we are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive environment of mutual respect. UN Women recruits, employs, trains, compensates, and promotes regardless of race, religion, color, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, ability, national origin, or any other basis covered by appropriate law. All employment is decided on the basis of qualifications, competence, integrity and organizational need.If you need any reasonable accommodation to support your participation in the recruitment and selection process, please include this information in your application.UN Women has a zero-tolerance policy on conduct that is incompatible with the aims and objectives of the United Nations and UN Women, including sexual exploitation and abuse, sexual harassment, abuse of authority and discrimination. All selected candidates will be expected to adhere to UN Women's policies and procedures and the standards of conduct expected of UN Women personnel and will therefore undergo rigorous reference and background checks. (Background checks will include the verification of academic credential(s) and employment history. Selected candidates may be required to provide additional information to conduct a background check. 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UNDP is committed to achieving workforce diversity in terms of gender, nationality and culture. Individuals from minority groups, indigenous groups and persons with disabilities are equally encouraged to apply. All applications will be treated with the strictest confidence. UNDP does not tolerate sexual exploitation and abuse, any kind of harassment, including sexual harassment, and discrimination. All selected candidates will, therefore, undergo rigorous reference and background checks. BackgroundUN Women, grounded in the vision of equality enshrined in the Charter of the United Nations, works for the elimination of discrimination against women and girls; the empowerment of women; and the achievement of equality between women and men as partners and beneficiaries of development, human rights, humanitarian action and peace and security.For a seventh consecutive year, Afghanistan remains among the deadliest places in the world to be a civilian and faces an emerging level of human rights violation.The ongoing conflict has caused several issues including, an imbalance in people's access to and control over resources, decision-making and political participation at different scales that exacerbate existing disparities and vulnerabilities, predominantly among women and marginalized groups of people. Considering the present multidimensional emergency as a result of conflict, COVID-19, rapid escalation of violence, severe poverty, food insecurity, and climate vulnerability the country is transitioning from development to humanitarian state and ranks second in the top ten crisis list with nearly half of the population (18.4 M) in need of humanitarian assistance[1]. Consequently, more than 40 thousand families[2] have been internally displaced due to conflict from the beginning of the year, of whom more than 15 percent are women and children. Thus, the country endured one of the world's most acute internal displacement crises and third largest refugee population in the world[3].Amidst a rapidly evolving political, security and COVID-19 situation, the UN Women Afghanistan Country Office (ACO) is working on consolidating its programming under country Strategic Note (2018-2022). UN Women ACO continues to deliver on its triple mandate under UN Women's 2021 Annual Workplan across 4 pillars: 1) Women, Peace and Security and Humanitarian Action; 2) Ending Violence Against Women; 3) Women's Economic Empowerment and 4) Women's leadership and Political Participation. UN Women works with Afghan women across civil society, government, and the private sector as the key advocates for women's participation and engagement in peace processes, local and national governance, business, and in decision making at family and community-level. UN Women continues to support women leaders in their mission to make women's voices heard in all spheres of Afghan society.Under the Gender in Humanitarian Action mandate, UN Women provides UN system wide leadership on gender responsive humanitarian action, through its presence in the HCT. UN Women is the permanent co-lead of the Gender in Humanitarian Action (GiHA WG) and works closely with its co-chairs IRC and Medica Afghanistan to provide technical, advisory and programmatic support to the HCT and the Inter Cluster Coordination Team (ICCT). The GIHA WG is accountable to and reports to the HCT and provides close collaboration, communication and coordination across clusters and technical working groups (e.g including the GBV Sub-Cluster, Protection cluster, Humanitarian Access Working Group, Accountability to Affected Population) to ensure gender analysis, and advocacy is adequately coordinated, disseminated, and utilized, through the ICCT coordinated by OCHA, including for strategic planning purposes such as HNO and HRP.Currently UN Women GiHA portfolio is anchored within the WPS-GiHA pillar, which is overall led by an international Programme Manager. The GIHA team comprises of two national staff: the GIHA Programme Specialist who leads the GiHA portfolio and one national UN Volunteer. The Deputy Country Representative provides the overall oversight to the Unit. Outside of targeted humanitarian capacity on humanitarian Kabul, UN Women has sub- offices in 5 provinces which contributes to the overall strategic priorities of the humanitarian mandate.Reporting to the Deputy Representative, the Humanitarian Specialist will oversee the development of Humanitarian programmes, provide capacity building to establish and strengthen partnerships, and develop relevant knowledge products on humanitarian action for the Afghanistan Country Office. In Afghanistan, to ensure a gendered response to a worsening humanitarian situation, the UN Women Afghanistan Country Office is working actively to provide strategic leadership and technical support to ensure humanitarian response fully responds to the specific needs and priorities of women in girls through elevating support the humanitarian response architecture ;as well develop targeted programming. Within the worsening humanitarian context in Afghanistan, additional emphasis is being placed on the gendered impacts of the crisis, such as gender targeted security incidents impacting space for women's humanitarian workers or the impact on women's access to humanitarian services, amongst others. Within this context, the GiHA Unit at UN Women seeks international surge to enhance its internal capacity in order to support the GiHA WG in providing strategic and technical support to the humanitarian architecture, including through supporting the development of HCT strategy that includes guidance on engagement for gender targeted humanitarian access; assessment tools and knowledge products; and provide data driven analysis to inform strategic planning and programming. S/he will work in close coordination with the GiHA Programming Specialist to work with the ICCT, and cluster, sub cluster and with technical working groups; as well as well contribute to ACO programming. S/he will be the technical focal person on behalf of UN Women ACO in various coordination mechanisms as relevant [1] Afghanistan: Humanitarian Response Plan 2018 – 2021 (2021 Update) https://reliefweb.int/sites/reliefweb.int/files/resources/afg_humanitarian_response_plan_2018_2021_jan_2021.pdf[2] Afghanistan - Conflict Induced Displacements in 2021 - https://data.humdata.org/dataset/afghanistan-conflict-induced-displacements-in-2021[3] UNHCR's Refugee Population Statistics Database - https://www.unhcr.org/refugee-statistics/ Duties and ResponsibilitiesOversee the development of programmes on Humanitarian Action to Afghanistan Country OfficeOversee the development of country programme documents on humanitarian action and humanitarian responseProvide technical inputs to cluster plans;Provide advice on contextualizing/ localizing programme documents, response strategies, and knowledge products;Coordinate monitoring and reporting for humanitarian action in collaboration with programme teams;Develop, implement and monitor capacity building initiatives;Provide technical support to partners on implementation of humanitarian action;Provide technical policy advice to programme/ project managers/ specialists in thematic areas related to humanitarian programming;Strategic and technical support to Humanitarian Country Team, ICCT and cluster, sub clusters and technical working groups:Serve as co-chair of Gender in Humanitarian Action Working Group;In close collaboration with the GiHA WG co leads, advance development and implementation of HCT Gender Strategy;Provide technical support to the inter-cluster coordination Team (ICCT), clusters, sub clusters and technical working group with gender analysis, capacity building and technical assistance;Support strategic planning process by contributing to the development of HNO and HRPs;Advocate and identify opportunities for the engagement and meaningful participation of local women's organizations and platforms in humanitarian coordination mechanisms, particularly at sub national levels;Lead specific efforts in mainstreaming gender and protection in disaster preparedness, response and recovery efforts of other clusters and relevant working groups, including inclusion and participation of under-represented groups in accordance with Commitments on Accountability to Affected Populations;Advocate for the engagement and participation of local organizations and civil society networks in humanitarian coordination mechanisms;Establish and strengthen strategic partnerships with stakeholders, regional/ international actors and development partnersBuild and maintain alliances and strategic partnerships for the advancement of humanitarian action;Build and maintain close liaisons with relevant donors and other actors supporting efforts towards humanitarian action;Produce periodic updates and briefs on regional/country development situation to be used by stakeholders, CO, RO, HQ;Manage the resource mobilization strategy for humanitarian actionParticipate in the implementation, monitoring and periodic updating of the resource mobilization strategy on humanitarian action;Research and analyze information on donors; prepare substantive briefs on possible areas of cooperation.Oversee advocacy and communication of humanitarian actionDuring emergency response, develop and implement communication and advocacy messages and strategies on key gender and protection concerns;Develop information, education and communication (IEC) materials, press releases, situation reports, alerts and contribute gender and protection-related inputs to documents prepared by the Office for the Coordination of Humanitarian Affairs (OCHA); CompetenciesCore Values:Respect for DiversityIntegrityProfessionalismCore Competencies:Awareness and Sensitivity Regarding Gender IssuesAccountabilityCreative Problem SolvingEffective CommunicationInclusive CollaborationStakeholder EngagementLeading by ExamplePlease visit this link for more information on UN Women's Values and Competencies Framework: https://www.unwomen.org/sites/default/files/Headquarters/Attachments/Sections/About Us/Employment/UN-Women-values-and-competencies-framework-en.pdf Functional CompetenciesSubstantive knowledge and experience related to current policies and practices in the fields of gender equality, protection and humanitarian action, including humanitarian coordination; Strong knowledge of the region;Excellent networking skills;Ability to interact with donors, identify and analyze trends, opportunities and threats to fundraising;Ability to perform qualitative and quantitative policy research;Ability to advocate and provide policy advice;Excellent analytical skills;Ability to write policy papers, speeches, briefings;Strong knowledge of programme development, implementation, results based management and reporting; Required Skills and ExperienceEducation and certification:Master's degree or equivalent in human rights, gender, humanitarian action, international relations, international development, international law or other social science fields is required;A first-level university degree in combination with two additional years of qualifying experience may be accepted in lieu of the advanced university degree;A project/programme management certification (such as PMP®, PRINCE2®, or MSP®) would be an added advantage;Experiance:At least 7 years progressively responsible experience in designing and managing humanitarian programmes, with a particular focus on gender and protection in emergencies;Substantive and technical experience in inter-agency coordination, preferably protection cluster coordination, and/or ProCap/GenCap in disaster settings;Experience in policy analysis and strategic planning;Experience working with, and building partnerships with governments, donors and civil society organizations internationally and in the field;Experience working with the UN is an asset; andExperience working in the region is an asset;Language Requirements:Fluency in English is required;Knowledge of the other UN official working language is an asset; Application:All applications must include (as an attachment) the completed UN Women Personal History form (P-11) which can be downloaded from Application and recruitment process | About us: Careers at UN Women | UN Women – Headquarters Kindly note that the system will only allow one attachment. Applications without the completed UN Women P-11 form will be treated as incomplete and will not be considered for further assessment.Note:In July 2010, the United Nations General Assembly created UN Women, the United Nations Entity for Gender Equality, and the Empowerment of Women. The creation of UN Women came about as part of the UN reform agenda, bringing together resources and mandates for greater impact. It merges and builds on the important work of four previously distinct parts of the UN system (DAW, OSAGI, INSTRAW, and UNIFEM), which focused exclusively on gender equality and women's empowerment. Inclusion Statement:At UN Women, we are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive environment of mutual respect. UN Women recruits employs, trains, compensates, and promotes regardless of race, religion, color, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, ability, national origin, or any other basis covered by appropriate law. All employment is decided on the basis of qualifications, competence, integrity, and organizational need.If you need any reasonable accommodation to support your participation in the recruitment and selection process, please include this information in your application.UN Women has a zero-tolerance policy on conduct that is incompatible with the aims and objectives of the United Nations and UN Women, including sexual exploitation and abuse, sexual harassment, abuse of authority, and discrimination. All selected candidates will be expected to adhere to UN Women's policies and procedures and the standards of conduct expected of UN Women personnel and will therefore undergo rigorous reference and background checks. (Background checks will include the verification of academic credential(s) and employment history. Selected candidates may be required to provide additional information to conduct a background check.) 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UNDP is committed to achieving workforce diversity in terms of gender, nationality and culture. Individuals from minority groups, indigenous groups and persons with disabilities are equally encouraged to apply. All applications will be treated with the strictest confidence. UNDP does not tolerate sexual exploitation and abuse, any kind of harassment, including sexual harassment, and discrimination. All selected candidates will, therefore, undergo rigorous reference and background checks. BackgroundUN Women, grounded in the vision of equality enshrined in the Charter of the United Nations, works for the elimination of discrimination against women and girls; the empowerment of women; and the achievement of equality between women and men as partners and beneficiaries of development, human rights, humanitarian action and peace and security.Women's Political Participation (WPP) is one of UN Women's primary areas of work, recognizing the role of women's leadership in strong and stable democratic processes and inclusive societies. It is covered under the Entity's Strategic Plan 2022-2025 Impact Area 1 – Participation and Governance in Public Life: "Women and girls participate in leadership and decision making and benefit from gender responsive governance"; and across several Systemic Outcomes of the Strategic Plan, mainly: Outcome 1 on Normative Frameworks and Policies, Outcome 5 on Voice Leadership and Agency; and Outcome 7 on UN coordination.UN Women works with various partners and stakeholders nationally, regionally, and globally to ensure more women of all ages fully participate, lead, and engage in political institutions. Within this framework, UN-Women has partnered with the European Union to one of the components of the European Union funded Women and Youth in Democracy Initiative (WYDE) Initiative. Launched by the European Union in 2023 WYDE seeks to strengthen the rights, empowerment, and participation in public and political life of youth and women as key actors of development and change. A multiparter initiative, WYDE includes five interlinked components,[1] which are aligned with the European Union Action Plan on Human Rights and Democracy for the period 2020–2024 and the Youth Action Plan.UN-Women, jointly with the International Institute for Democracy and Electoral Assistance (International IDEA), the Inter-Parliamentary Union (IPU), and United Cities and Local Governments (UCLG), will implement the WYDE/Women Leadership component through a three-year programme titled: "Advancing Women's Political Participation and Decision-Making through Social Norms Change, Networking and Global Advocacy." Over three years UN Women will leverage their convening power to facilitate feminist and women's rights movements participation in global and regional advocacy spaces and access to decision-making fora. The four implementing partners will use the opportunity presented the EU's WYDE initiative, to leverage collective action, partnerships, coordination, knowledge, and resources at a global level to support the full and effective participation and decision-making of diverse women, especially those most often left furthest behind.The WYDE | Women Leadership programme will prioritize changing social norms and shifting cultural attitudes that portray women's roles in communities and society as incompatible with political power; and put specific focus on building critical skills of young women and engage men and boys, office holders and the media as allies for gender equality and women's empowerment. It will enhance synergies between women's rights movements, member states, decision makers, the international community, the media, and other key actors, including the WYDE community across its different components, to maximize the effectiveness of spaces for coalition building, advocacy, and campaigning to promote WPP.Reporting to the WYDE/Women Leadership Programme Manager; the Communications Specialist will lead the development and implementation of the WYDE/Women's Leadership programme communications and outreach/advocacy strategy and plans. She/He will collaborate closely with the Headquarters, Regional and Country Offices' (RO/MCO/CO) colleagues and WYDE/Women's Leadership implementing partners to ensure communications strategies, media relations and organizational outreach efforts are aligned with the European Union and UN Women corporate communications policies and initiatives. The Communications Specialist also collaborates with WYDE/Women's Leadership implementing partners, and the WYDE Community implementing outreach campaigns, and donor relations initiatives. The Communication Specialist mobilizes support in conjunction with intergovernmental processes and supports the activities and special events organized by UN Women in coordination with the programme implementing partners. [1] "Youth Participation in Public Affairs" (WYDE | Civic Engagement); "Youth for Freedoms of Association and Assembly" (WYDE | Freedoms); "Youth and women in Parliaments" (WYDE | Inter Pares); "Youth and Women in Political Parties," (WYDE | Political Parties) and "Advancing Women's Political Participation and Decision Making" (WYDE | Women Leadership). Duties and Responsibilities1. Lead the development and implementation of communications and outreach/advocacy strategies and plans, with a specific focus on media.Conduct communication needs assessments.Design, develop, and implement the WYDE/Women's Leadership communication and outreach/advocacy strategies, including media strategies, integrating gender and youth perspectives.Integrate communication, advocacy and outreach strategies into the Programme related initiatives.Monitor and analyze print and social media and prepare reports.Launch WYDE/Women's Leadership corporate and local/regional campaigns and special events.Provide advice and guidance to and coordinate with UN Women Regional Offices and WYDE partners.Coordinate and collaborate with partner organizations and their communications focal points. 2. Lead the development and dissemination of advocacy materials.Develop and produce communication and policy-oriented advocacy instruments and materials, including briefing materials, press releases, and articles and coordinate its dissemination through effective channels.Identify and prepare infographics and social media assets for UN Women's work on political participation.Identify and launch information opportunities, activities, approaches and platforms and partners.Lead the engagement and supervision of video producers and other communication specialists to produce audio/ visual material on UN Women's work.Develop brochures, factsheets, stories on the programme implementation to inform media and public at global level.Follow guidelines from HQ and collaborate with UN Women media teams in HQ and Regional Offices, especially on social media assets.3. Manage media relations related to the EU WYDE Initiative in Brussels and EU-based media context and the HQ Governance and Participation Section Support relationship building with press; maintain and update database of relevant press.Support collaboration and coordination with UNRIC (UN Regional Information Center in Brussels) to promote advocacy materials and messaging.Respond to a variety of inquiries and information requests; prepare related correspondence; identify topics, background information, news-related development, and coverage of interest.Organize roundtable discussions, press conferences, and briefing sessions with press.Respond timely and clearly to media inquiries, facilitating interviews with senior managers; connect media with UN Women subject experts and programme partners and beneficiaries.Prepare talking points.4. Build and maintain partnerships and maintain relations with donors.Identify and develop new communication partnerships and alliances to enhance visibility; manage and nurture existing partnerships.Support the programme manager on building, maintaining, and strengthening relations with programme partners, EU WYDE Strategic Steering Committee, related Task Forces (including Advocacy Task Force) and other donors as needed.Liaise with WYDE implementing partners and undertake outreach to civil society organizations, and other key stakeholders to ensure that newsworthy information reaches the public and donors.Collaborate closely with communication colleagues in implementing partner organizations and UN Women Regional Offices to ensure consistency with EU corporate policies and EU-UN visibility guidelines, messaging and WYDE initiatives.Submit packages for programme initiatives for EU review.5. Oversee the WYDE/Women's Leadership online presence.Contribute content to update relevant partner websites, including developing design and content.Coordinate implementing partners' WYDE web-presence in the line with EU and UN Women corporate web policy.Oversee and manage WYDE/ Women's Leadership social media activities in line with UN Women and EU corporate social media policies.6. Facilitate knowledge building and sharing.Identify and synthesize best practices and lessons learned from WYDE/Women's Leadership programme initiatives directly linked to regional offices' goals and activities and ensure exchange of information.Provide training and workshops on communication and advocacy as appropriate.Convene webinars or information exchanges on communications and topics of relevance to the programme.The incumbent performs other duties within their functional profile as deemed necessary for the efficient functioning of the Office and the Organization. CompetenciesCore Values:Respect for DiversityIntegrityProfessionalismCore Competencies:Awareness and Sensitivity Regarding Gender IssuesAccountabilityCreative Problem SolvingEffective CommunicationInclusive CollaborationStakeholder EngagementLeading by ExamplePlease visit this link for more information on UN Women's Core Values and Competencies: https://www.unwomen.org/en/about-us/employment/application-process#_Values Functional CompetenciesAbility to communicate sensitively, effectively, and creatively across different constituenciesKnowledge of web-based knowledge management systemsUnderstanding of production, graphic design, infographics, and photography standardsStrong knowledge of social media platforms and experience in social media outreachStrong oral and written communication and editing skillsStrong communication, networking, and advocacy skillsAbility to provide advice and be strategic and analyticalGood knowledge of regional media landscapeKnowledge of gender and human rights issues is desirable Required Skills and ExperienceEducation and certification:Master's degree (or equivalent) in communications, public relations, journalism, or relevant field is required.A first-level university degree in combination with two additional years of qualifying experience may be accepted in lieu of the advanced university degree.Experience:At least 5 years of professional work experience at national or international level in public relations, communications, or advocacy, including in media relations.Experience in the use of social media.Experience in media relations is an asset.Experience in partner recognition & visibility for EU-funded programmes is an asset.Language Requirements:Fluency in English and French is required.Knowledge of Spanish is an asset. Application:All applications must include (as an attachment) the completed UN Women Personal History form (P-11) which can be downloaded from: https://www.unwomen.org/sites/default/files/Headquarters/Attachments/Sections/About Us/Employment/UN-Women-P11-Personal-History-Form.doc. Kindly note that the system will only allow one attachment. Applications without the completed UN Women P-11 form will be treated as incomplete and will not be considered for further assessment.Note:In July 2010, the United Nations General Assembly created UN Women, the United Nations Entity for Gender Equality and the Empowerment of Women. The creation of UN Women came about as part of the UN reform agenda, bringing together resources and mandates for greater impact. It merges and builds on the important work of four previously distinct parts of the UN system (DAW, OSAGI, INSTRAW and UNIFEM), which focused exclusively on gender equality and women's empowerment. Diversity and inclusion:At UN Women, we are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive environment of mutual respect. UN Women recruits, employs, trains, compensates, and promotes regardless of race, religion, color, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, ability, national origin, or any other basis covered by appropriate law. All employment is decided on the basis of qualifications, competence, integrity and organizational need.If you need any reasonable accommodation to support your participation in the recruitment and selection process, please include this information in your application.UN Women has a zero-tolerance policy on conduct that is incompatible with the aims and objectives of the United Nations and UN Women, including sexual exploitation and abuse, sexual harassment, abuse of authority and discrimination. All selected candidates will be expected to adhere to UN Women's policies and procedures and the standards of conduct expected of UN Women personnel and will therefore undergo rigorous reference and background checks. (Background checks will include the verification of academic credential(s) and employment history. Selected candidates may be required to provide additional information to conduct a background check. This is how cinfo can support you in the application process for this specific position:Application preparation: Before you apply for this position: Improve your application documents by registering for a Job Application Support. 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UNDP is committed to achieving workforce diversity in terms of gender, nationality and culture. Individuals from minority groups, indigenous groups and persons with disabilities are equally encouraged to apply. All applications will be treated with the strictest confidence. UNDP does not tolerate sexual exploitation and abuse, any kind of harassment, including sexual harassment, and discrimination. All selected candidates will, therefore, undergo rigorous reference and background checks. BackgroundUN Women, grounded in the vision of equality enshrined in the Charter of the United Nations, works for the elimination of discrimination against women and girls; the empowerment of women; and the achievement of equality between women and men as partners and beneficiaries of development, human rights, humanitarian action and peace and security. Papua New Guinea ranks second lowest in the Inter-Parliamentary Union's global ranking of women in parliament. In the 2022 National General Elections (NGEs), two women out of 118 parliamentarians were elected to the National Parliament, while three women lead political parties. Additionally, 159 women contested in the 2022 NGE with 40% being endorsed by political parties, compared to 23% in the previous NGE. Low participation of women in politics is due to multiple interconnecting factors that include social resistance to electing women to political positions, unequal opportunities, and limited financing. Proposals to pass Temporary Special Measures (TSMs) to increase women's participation in politics have not received the requisite political support despite numerous calls to enable women to participate at the highest level of decision making in the country. Papua New Guinea ranks 145th out of 170 countries in the Georgetown Institute's Women, Peace and Security Index. The complex peace and security context of PNG compounds the already extreme pressures on women and girls. Inter-group violence occurs cyclically in the Highlands and the Autonomous Region of Bougainville (ABG). Women and children are exposed to various forms of insecurity before, during, and after conflicts, most notably VAWG, including sexual violence and harmful socio-cultural practices like forced marriages. Women and girls suffer a disproportionately negative effect as they are more prone to become victims of sexual and genderbased violence, their ability to access basic health and education services is impaired and they are not able to have their grievances addressed in a formal manner. Women are often widowed and their status in communities becomes undermined and this leads to exploitation and abuse. Adolescent girls also face early and forced marriage from early adolescent onwards often to older men through polygamous relationships. This further bar them from such opportunities as they are expected to fulfil the role of wife including domestic responsibilities as well as childbearing. Women have played an instrumental role in promoting peace and reconciliation between parties. They successfully pressured those pursuing military solutions to consider alternatives, enabling moderates to be elevated into positions of authority. They were also integral in local peacebuilding initiatives, crossing enemy lines with messages and appeals to end the violence. While progress has been made on the implementation of the Women, Peace and Security agenda in specific sub-national areas, there has been little attention given to the relevance of this agenda at the national level. PNG does not have the National Action Plan on Women, Peace, and Security. Climate change has emerged as a threat to peace and security in PNG. The island state ranked as 'severe' on the OECD's environmental fragility index and is highly susceptible to the impacts of climate change, as evidenced by past El Niño events. Indeed, PNG was the first country to register climate refugees. By affecting food and water security, livelihoods, mobility and workloads, while intensifying the inter-tribal conflicts in the Highlands, climate change and climate-related natural disasters are disproportionately impacting women and girls. Women predominantly engage in small-scale agriculture, which is particularly susceptible to the impacts of climate change. Their involvement in key sectors that will be affected by climate change places women at the forefront of climate change resilience by offering opportunities for them to lead renewable energy, solar power, recycling, and other green initiatives. Reporting to the Deputy Country Representative, the Governance, Peace and Security Technical Specialist is responsible for efficient management and implementation of Inclusive Governance and Women, Peace and Security portfolio, including Climate Security related interventions. She/he provides technical competence on gender equality and women's empowerment with a holistic approach to development challenges facing women in the area of Governance, Peace and Security. The Technical Specialist provides technical expertise on political, social and economic trends and leads formulation, management, implementation and evaluation of programme activities within his/her portfolio and coordinates activities with partners in local government, UN and CSOs. Duties and Responsibilities1. Design and develop a programme portfolio in the area of Governance, Peace and Security, particularly as it relates to Women's Leadership and Political Participation and Women, Peace and Security (WPS) for the Country OfficeDesign and formulate programme/ project proposals and initiatives based on robust analysis and assessments.Draft inputs to country strategy documents, briefs, policy dialogue and other relevant documents.Develop an engagement strategy with all relevant stakeholders.2. Manage the implementation of UN Women's inclusive governance portfolio, such as Women's Leadership and Political Participation, and Women, Peace and Security (WPS) programmesFinalize the annual work plan and budget and manage their implementation.Lead initiatives that seek to meaningful consultation with diverse women leaders, connecting them to policy windows to increase their influence.Provide technical support to the implementation of the programme/project; ensure synergies with other teams and other UN agencies implementing work related to inclusive governance, particularly Women's Leadership and Political Participation, and WPS;Provide guidance to personnel and partners on Results Based Management tools and performance indicators.Facilitate Project Steering Committee, project review and/or evaluation meetings, as needed.3. Manage technical assistance and capacity development to project/programme partnersManage the implementation of technical advice and guidance.Develop and implement technical tools, and initiatives.Build and manage relationships with national partners to support implementation and expansion of the WPS programme; respond to any potential problems.Identify capacity building needs of partners and lead the coordination of technical assistance, mentoring, training and capacity development initiatives to partners.4. Manage the monitoring and reporting of Governance, Peace and Security programmesManage the monitoring of programme/ project implementation and finances using results-based management tools;Oversee field missions and review reports on monitoring missions;Write quarterly reports and donor reports, focusing on results, output and outcomes;Contribute to office donor and UN Women reports.?5. Build partnerships and support developing resource mobilization strategiesDevelop and support the implementation of partnerships and resource mobilization strategies;Contribute to the finalization of relevant documentation on donors and potential opportunities for resource mobilization;Undertake relevant research information on donors, prepare substantive briefs on possible areas of cooperation, identification of opportunities for cost sharing.?6. Manage advocacy, knowledge building and communication effortsDevelop and review background documents, briefs and presentations related to inclusive governance and WPS.As delegated represent UN Women in meetings and policy dialogues on issues related to inclusive governance, particularly Women's Leadership and Political Participation and WPS;Draft advocacy strategies and support their implementation;Draft best practices and lessons learned to guide programme improvement and strategy planning;Draft knowledge management strategies, products and methodologies in line with civil society engagement on inclusive governance and WPS.Contribute to visibility of the partners' results by identifying promising and notable achievements for amplification by UNW communications.7. The incumbent performs other duties within their functional profile as deemed necessary for the efficient functioning of the Office and the Organization. CompetenciesCore Values:Respect for DiversityIntegrityProfessionalismCore Competencies:Awareness and Sensitivity Regarding Gender IssuesAccountabilityCreative Problem SolvingEffective CommunicationInclusive CollaborationStakeholder EngagementLeading by ExamplePlease visit this link for more information on UN Women's Core Values and Competencies: https://www.unwomen.org/en/about-us/employment/application-process#_Values Functional CompetenciesStrong programme formulation, implementation, monitoring and evaluation skillsAbility to develop detailed operational plans, budgets, and deliver on themAbility to synthesize program performance data and produce analytical reports to inform management and strategic decision-makingStrong analytical skillsStrong knowledge of Results Based ManagementGood knowledge of UN programme management systems Required Skills and ExperienceEducation and certification:Master's degree or equivalent in social sciences, human rights, gender/women's studies, international development, or a related field is required.A first-level university degree in combination with two additional years of qualifying experience may be accepted in lieu of the advanced university degree.A project/programme management certification (such as PMP®, PRINCE2®, or MSP®) would be an added advantage.Experience:At least 5 years of progressively responsible work experience at the national or international level in design, planning, implementation, monitoring and evaluation of development projects;Technical expertise and demonstrated experience in Women's Political Participation and Leadership and Women Peace and Security; Experience in the socio-economic and political context of the Pacific;Demonstrated experience in providing high level technical assistance and coordination support to government, CSOs and development partners is required;Experience coordinating and liaising with international-bilateral and multilateral partners, and/or donors is desirable;Experience working within the UN System and UN Women is desirable;Experience in leading/managing a team is desirable. Language Requirements:Fluency in English and Filipino is required;Working knowledge of another official UN language (French, Arabic, Chinese, Russian or Spanish) is an asset. Application:All applications must include (as an attachment) the completed UN Women Personal History form (P-11) which can be downloaded from Application and recruitment process | About us: Careers at UN Women | UN Women – Headquarters Kindly note that the system will only allow one attachment. Applications without the completed UN Women P-11 form will be treated as incomplete and will not be considered for further assessment. Note:In July 2010, the United Nations General Assembly created UN Women, the United Nations Entity for Gender Equality, and the Empowerment of Women. The creation of UN Women came about as part of the UN reform agenda, bringing together resources and mandates for greater impact. It merges and builds on the important work of four previously distinct parts of the UN system (DAW, OSAGI, INSTRAW, and UNIFEM), which focused exclusively on gender equality and women's empowerment. Diversity and Inclusion Statement:At UN Women, we are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive environment of mutual respect. UN Women recruits employ, trains, compensates and promotes regardless of race, religion, color, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, ability, national origin, or any other basis covered by appropriate law. All employment is decided on the basis of qualifications, competence, integrity, and organizational need.If you need any reasonable accommodation to support your participation in the recruitment and selection process, please include this information in your application.UN Women has a zero-tolerance policy on conduct that is incompatible with the aims and objectives of the United Nations and UN Women, including sexual exploitation and abuse, sexual harassment, abuse of authority, and discrimination. All selected candidates will be expected to adhere to UN Women's policies and procedures and the standards of conduct expected of UN Women personnel and will therefore undergo rigorous reference and background checks. (Background checks will include the verification of academic credential(s) and employment history. Selected candidates may be required to provide additional information to conduct a background check. 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UNDP is committed to achieving workforce diversity in terms of gender, nationality and culture. Individuals from minority groups, indigenous groups and persons with disabilities are equally encouraged to apply. All applications will be treated with the strictest confidence. UNDP does not tolerate sexual exploitation and abuse, any kind of harassment, including sexual harassment, and discrimination. All selected candidates will, therefore, undergo rigorous reference and background checks. BackgroundUN Women, grounded in the vision of equality enshrined in the Charter of the United Nations, works for the elimination of discrimination against women and girls; the empowerment of women; and the achievement of equality between women and men as partners and beneficiaries of development, human rights, humanitarian action and peace and security.The Division of Management and Administration is responsible for the planning, allocation and management of financial, human and administrative resources including information systems and telecommunications, the effective and efficient delivery of essential operations services in UN Women, continuous development and improvement in operations, policies, and methods to align with UN Women and stakeholders' evolving business needs and advisory support to the Executive Director in the formulation and implementation of the UN Women overall mission, strategy and plans of actions.The Information Systems and Telecommunication (IST) Office located in the Division of Management and Administration, is responsible for the strategic planning and development of information and telecommunication systems and services, ICT solutions, sourcing of information systems and equipment to support business needs and for the maintenance, availability, reliability and quality of performance of information and telecommunications systems and services globally in all UN Women offices. The IST office works closely and collaboratively with UNDP, its principal ICT partner to achieve synergy, avoid duplication and to take advantage of potentials for partnerships in information and telecommunications systems and services development and implementation including the ERP system.As part of organizational digital transformation journey, UN Women has implemented Oracle Cloud ERP (Enterprise Resources Planning) platform through a joint inter-agency project including UNDP, UNFPA, and other partner agencies. The project scope includes all key ERP modules covering human resources, project management, procurement and financials management.Under the overall guidance of Chief IST Office, and the direct supervision of Manager, ERP Platform and Services and in close cooperation with key business stakeholders, the incumbent is responsible for managing simple to complex projects related to Oracle Cloud ERP platform, data and reporting related systems and services. Duties and ResponsibilitiesDesign, development, maintenance and enhancement of the ERP Oracle Cloud modules for UN WomenWork with internal business stakeholders to define business requirements, processes and related business rules;Analyze business scenarios and identify opportunities for improvement through automation, system enhancements or process changes;Conduct Fit/GAP analysis, process mapping, root-cause analysis and requirements elicitation;Develop functional specifications and high-level prototypes;Design, develop and configure assigned modifications, interfaces, and reports based on functional requirements;Develop and validates use cases, integration test plan and scripting;Design, develop and configure Datawarehouse for corporate reporting needs;Design and development of corporate data warehouse and reporting solutionOversee the day-to-day operations of the ERP-based data warehouse and BI solutions, ensuring smooth functioning and optimal performanceManage user access, permissions, and roles within the system, ensuring compliance with data privacy and security policiesCoordinate with various departments to ensure seamless integration of data from different sources into the data warehouse, ensuring data consistency and accuracyDevelop and maintain reports and dashboards to provide stakeholders with timely and actionable insights derived from the data warehouse and BI solutionsDesign and develop data warehouse architecture, data models, schemas, and structures;Design and implement efficient Extract, Transform, and Load (ETL) processes to populate and update data warehouses;Verify database and data integrity;Based on lessons learned, makes recommendations for enhancements and improvements;Develop ERP and database documentation including user guides, data dictionary and othersCoordination and LiaisonParticipate in cross-functional team meetings for the resolution of business and system issues and process alternatives;Liaise with users in business units, UNDP and UN Women IT team, UN Women governing bodies and provide specialized advice to users;Act as production support for the UN Women's ERP and data warehouse systems and coordinate with external vendor for the resolution of any issues;Work closely with key stakeholders in business units to gain an understanding of the processes, needs and requirements for the proposed system enhancements and rollout;Liaise between UN Women business units, IT teams, and vendors to articulate processes and procedures, identify and resolve problems, perform system maintenance and improvements, implement project tasks and recommend improvements to the ERP systems;Collaborate with internal and external auditors and legal specialists to ensure that the System related policies, processes and procedures comply with UN regulations.DocumentationProvide technical inputs and support the development of user procedures and guidelines for all the ERP developed modules.Maintain comprehensive documentation of system configurations, processes, and procedures to facilitate knowledge sharing and ensure continuity of operations .Maintain and enhance data dictionaries and data catalogs for UN Women BI systems.Training and technical supportDevelop and implement user training/education on system and data/ reporting platformEvaluate training effectiveness and modifies training and programmes accordingly;Provide analytical and technical support to the business units in UN Women and other stakeholders on the effective utilization of data in ERP and surrounding system in the data warehouseThe incumbent performs other duties within their functional profile as deemed necessary for the efficient functioning of the Office and the Organisation. CompetenciesCore Values:Respect for DiversityIntegrityProfessionalismCore Competencies:Awareness and Sensitivity Regarding Gender IssuesAccountabilityCreative Problem SolvingEffective CommunicationInclusive CollaborationStakeholder EngagementLeading by ExamplePlease visit this link for more information on UN Women's Core Values and Competencies:https://www.unwomen.org/en/about-us/employment/application-process#_Values FUNCTIONAL COMPETENCIES:Demonstrated proficiency to have analytical ability and thorough understanding of software development and project life cycle processes;Working knowledge of ERP system and Cloud technologiesStrong knowledge of ETL, Data Quality and metadata managementStrong hands-on experience in designing, and building cloud-based data warehouse and data pipelines using Azure Synapse Analytics and Azure Data Factory (ADF)Having good understanding and experience of Azure Synapse Data Warehouse, MS SQL ServerUnderstanding of Oracle ERP based BI tools like OTBIActively seeks to apply current expertise and new ideas on how to optimize use of technology to streamline workloads;Ability to interact with technical and functional staff at all levels. Required Skills and ExperienceEducation and Certification: • Master's degree or in information technology, computer science, business administration or a related field is required.• A first-level university degree in combination with two additional years of qualifying experience may be accepted in lieu of the advanced university degree.Experience: • At least 5 years of progressively responsible work experience in ERP system and data management is required.• Proficiency in working with a data-centric approach within an ERP solution, preferably Oracle Cloud ERP, is required.• Experience in Azure Synapse, Data Factory and data lake is required.• Experience in the usage of computers and office software packages (MS Word, Excel, etc.) and spreadsheet and database packages, experience in handling of web-based management systems is required.• Experience in Oracle based BI platform OTBI and BIP tool is highly desirable.Languages: • Fluency in English is required.• Knowledge of another official UN language is desirable (French, Arabic, Chinese, Russian or Spanish). Application:All applications must include (as an attachment) the completed UN Women Personal History form (P-11) which can be downloaded from: https://www.unwomen.org/sites/default/files/Headquarters/Attachments/Sections/About Us/Employment/UN-Women-P11-Personal-History-Form.doc. Kindly note that the system will only allow one attachment. Applications without the completed UN Women P-11 form will be treated as incomplete and will not be considered for further assessment.Note:In July 2010, the United Nations General Assembly created UN Women, the United Nations Entity for Gender Equality and the Empowerment of Women. The creation of UN Women came about as part of the UN reform agenda, bringing together resources and mandates for greater impact. It merges and builds on the important work of four previously distinct parts of the UN system (DAW, OSAGI, INSTRAW and UNIFEM), which focused exclusively on gender equality and women's empowerment. Diversity and inclusion:At UN Women, we are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive environment of mutual respect. UN Women recruits, employs, trains, compensates, and promotes regardless of race, religion, color, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, ability, national origin, or any other basis covered by appropriate law. All employment is decided on the basis of qualifications, competence, integrity and organizational need.If you need any reasonable accommodation to support your participation in the recruitment and selection process, please include this information in your application.UN Women has a zero-tolerance policy on conduct that is incompatible with the aims and objectives of the United Nations and UN Women, including sexual exploitation and abuse, sexual harassment, abuse of authority and discrimination. All selected candidates will be expected to adhere to UN Women's policies and procedures and the standards of conduct expected of UN Women personnel and will therefore undergo rigorous reference and background checks. (Background checks will include the verification of academic credential(s) and employment history. Selected candidates may be required to provide additional information to conduct a background check.) This is how cinfo can support you in the application process for this specific position:Application preparation: Before you apply for this position: Improve your application documents by registering for a Job Application Support. 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UNDP is committed to achieving workforce diversity in terms of gender, nationality and culture. Individuals from minority groups, indigenous groups and persons with disabilities are equally encouraged to apply. All applications will be treated with the strictest confidence. UNDP does not tolerate sexual exploitation and abuse, any kind of harassment, including sexual harassment, and discrimination. All selected candidates will, therefore, undergo rigorous reference and background checks. BackgroundUN Women, grounded in the vision of equality enshrined in the Charter of the United Nations, works for the elimination of discrimination against women and girls; the empowerment of women; and the achievement of equality between women and men as partners and beneficiaries of development, human rights, humanitarian action and peace and security.In this role as the global voice and advocate for gender equality and the empowerment of women, UN Women is delivering to an ambitious agenda as a centre of excellence on knowledge, partnerships, advocacy and social mobilization, as well as a convener, thought leader and champion of gender equality and women's empowerment. UN Women has a lead role in helping to drive commitment and action on gender equality, women's rights and women's empowerment as the imperative of our time.The Executive Directors Office (EDO) provides support to the Executive Director (ED) and the Deputy Executive Directors (DED), the Executive Leadership Team (ELT), in the delivery of their functions, especially that of providing overall executive direction and leadership to UN Women. The EDO supports the ELT in providing vision, establishing priorities, fostering coherence amongst the senior management team, leading advocacy, ensuring overall management, oversight and accountability.Under the supervision of the Special Assistant, the Policy and Advocacy Specialist will serve as a bridge between the Communications & Advocacy Section and Executive Director's Office, also strengthening links to other parts of UN Women to: 1) identify key moments for proactive communication on key channels, 2) lead on drafting media messages, speeches, talking points and other key messages for the Executive Director and 3) lead on the Executive Director´s Social Media engagement. Duties and ResponsibilitiesLead Advocacy Support in the Executive Director's OfficeLead in drafting all messages for ED, including op-eds, speeches, statements, briefing notes, etc.Coordinate the publication of content on the external website for the Executive Director's engagements.Coordinate with global communications to ensure alignment of ED communications and corporate communicationsCoordinate communications around ED missions and participation in regional eventsManage the Executive Director's social media accounts, including X, explore other accounts, including tik tok, Instagram, etc. Work with policy divisions, regional offices and Communications to identify opportunities for engagements by ELTDevelop a weekly social media planDrive ED's direct X engagement with content from key donors and influential individuals through retweets, likes, and, where appropriate, comments.Produce short video content relating to the work of the ED members optimized for social media distribution. Lead media outreach and engagement for including for ED, including media Talking Points, press releases and briefing notesDevelop news snapshots or summaries as needed for ELT attention building on existing gender newsCoordinate and Contribute to Policy and Research Support in the Executive Director's OfficeContribute to the digital strategy to include web and social: work with the social media and web teams to support the development of a comprehensive digital strategyDevelop key messages from UN Women´s knowledge products, and UN Women´s programs for results based advocacyContribute to political analysis of potential engagements or comments on key moments, including UN language used, and identify pros and consWork with policy leads, regional and country offices in drafting high level media messages on priority topics and regional/country issuesSupport web editorial and content development and productionMonitor/analyze print and social media and prepare reports.The incumbent performs other duties within their functional profile as deemed necessary for the efficient functioning of the Office and the Organisation. CompetenciesCore Values:Respect for DiversityIntegrityProfessionalismCore Competencies:Awareness and Sensitivity Regarding Gender IssuesAccountabilityCreative Problem SolvingEffective CommunicationInclusive CollaborationStakeholder EngagementLeading by ExamplePlease visit this link for more information on UN Women's Core Values and Competencies:https://www.unwomen.org/en/about-us/employment/application-process#_Values FUNCTIONAL COMPETENCIES:Strong knowledge of gender equality and women's rights issues;Demonstrated ability to interact effectively with government representatives of Member States (donor and programme);Proven networking skills, and ability to mobilize support on behalf of UN Women;Excellent negotiating skills;Knowledge and understanding of UN system and familiarity with inter-governmental processes;Excellent IT skills, including databases, extranet and office software packages;Strong analytical and interpersonal skills. Required Skills and ExperienceEducation and Certification: • Master's degree or equivalent in economics, business management, social sciences, public administration, international relations, communications, women's studies, or a related field is required.• A first-level university degree in combination with two additional years of qualifying experience may be accepted in lieu of the advanced university degree.Experience: • At least 7 years of progressively responsible experience in communications or advocacy, and/or business development is required.• Experience in gender equality and women's empowerment is required.• Experience working with civil society organizations, international institutions and donors is required.• Experience in policy and strategic media engagement is an asset.• Experience working in the UN system is an asset.Languages: • Fluency in English is required.• Knowledge of another official UN language is desirable (French, Arabic, Chinese, Russian or Spanish). Application:All applications must include (as an attachment) the completed UN Women Personal History form (P-11) which can be downloaded from: https://www.unwomen.org/sites/default/files/Headquarters/Attachments/Sections/About Us/Employment/UN-Women-P11-Personal-History-Form.doc. Kindly note that the system will only allow one attachment. Applications without the completed UN Women P-11 form will be treated as incomplete and will not be considered for further assessment.Note:In July 2010, the United Nations General Assembly created UN Women, the United Nations Entity for Gender Equality and the Empowerment of Women. The creation of UN Women came about as part of the UN reform agenda, bringing together resources and mandates for greater impact. It merges and builds on the important work of four previously distinct parts of the UN system (DAW, OSAGI, INSTRAW and UNIFEM), which focused exclusively on gender equality and women's empowerment. Diversity and inclusion:At UN Women, we are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive environment of mutual respect. UN Women recruits, employs, trains, compensates, and promotes regardless of race, religion, color, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, ability, national origin, or any other basis covered by appropriate law. All employment is decided on the basis of qualifications, competence, integrity and organizational need.If you need any reasonable accommodation to support your participation in the recruitment and selection process, please include this information in your application.UN Women has a zero-tolerance policy on conduct that is incompatible with the aims and objectives of the United Nations and UN Women, including sexual exploitation and abuse, sexual harassment, abuse of authority and discrimination. All selected candidates will be expected to adhere to UN Women's policies and procedures and the standards of conduct expected of UN Women personnel and will therefore undergo rigorous reference and background checks. (Background checks will include the verification of academic credential(s) and employment history. Selected candidates may be required to provide additional information to conduct a background check.) This is how cinfo can support you in the application process for this specific position:Application preparation: Before you apply for this position: Improve your application documents by registering for a Job Application Support. 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Background:UN Women, grounded in the vision of equality enshrined in the Charter of the United Nations, works for the elimination of discrimination against women and girls; the empowerment of women; and the achievement of equality between women and men as partners and beneficiaries of development, human rights, humanitarian action and peace and security.UN Women's Policy, Programme, and Intergovernmental Division (PPID) provides intellectual and strategic leadership on normative support and the delivery of integrated policy and program advice, including through policy analysis and gender mainstreaming. The Division leverages innovation, knowledge management and innovative technical expertise to support UN Women programs and to build the capacity of partners to deliver results on gender equality and women's empowerment. The Peace Security and Resilience Section (PS&R) is responsible for providing technical support to UN Women Country Offices in key areas including conflict prevention and peacebuilding, justice, and security sector reform, promoting women's political participation and mainstreaming gender issues into governance reforms. The Elsie Initiative Fund for Uniformed Women in Peace Operations (EIF) (https://elsiefund.org/) is hosted by UN Women – PS&R, PPID, New York. The EIF aims to support and incentivize efforts to increase the meaningful participation of uniformed women in United Nations peace operations through the provision of financial assistance or financial incentives to Troop and Police Contributing Countries (T/PCCs), and financial support to projects submitted by United Nations organizations. The EIF seeks to accelerate progress towards achieving the United Nations Security Council's declared mandate to double the rate of women's participation within police and military contingents by 2020 compared to 2015, as well as supporting targets to increase the proportion of women serving as military observers, staff officers and individual police officers as per the United Nations Uniformed Gender Parity Strategy 2018-2028.The EIF Secretariat provides technical and administrative support to the Steering Committee and manages all aspects of the EIF's funding allocations and programming rounds, monitoring and evaluation, knowledge management, reporting and stakeholder engagement.Reporting to the EIF Manager, the incumbent will be responsible for providing technical and coordination support to the EIF Secretariat's implementation of the EIF monitoring and evaluation framework, along with coordination and drafting support to the EIF Annual Narrative and Financial Progress Reports. Coordinate the provision of EIF support to prospective and current EIF fund recipients Provide technical advice on the EIF's operations to T/PCC, Participating UN Organizations (PUNO) and implementing partners during each stage of the EIF project life-cycle including formulation of Letters of Interest (LOI), detailed project proposals and supporting annexes; Provide technical guidance to EIF fund recipients and applicants including on the UN HRDDP and HACT policy;Provide technical advice and support on project planning, implementation, and monitoring and reporting systems including the identification of performance indicators and monitoring the achievement of results;Coordinate enduring relationships with EIF fund recipients, implementing partners and other key stakeholders to support project implementation, build capacity, identify potential risks early and guide the development of solutions;Follow up on required actions/outstanding issues and report on outcomes and results to the EIF Fund Manager and Secretariat.Provide technical support and advice to the EIF Fund Manager and EIF fund recipients throughout the project management life-cycleCoordinate the review and analysis of LOIs, project proposals and supporting documentation per the EIF Terms of Reference (TOR), Monitoring and Evaluation Framework (MEF) and Operations Manual;Oversee completion of project documentation for each project before submission to the EIF Steering Committee;Compile and synthesize guidance provided by the EIF Technical Committee on project proposals to prospective EIF fund recipients for inclusion in fund recipient project proposals and supporting annexes;Identify, monitor and track all follow-up EIF and fund recipient reporting actions and requirements including financial reporting;Oversee and monitor the allocation and disbursement of project funds to EIF fund recipients.Contribute to the management, monitoring and reporting of EIF projects as per the Fund's Programming CycleCoordinate the EIF's annual reporting in accordance with MPTFO annual reporting timeframes, focusing on results, output and outcomes;Coordinate preparation and receipt of EIF fund recipient's budgets, project (budget) revisions, expenditure tracking and annual financial reporting;Prepare and check for correctness, the submission of EIF fund recipient's annual financial reporting to the MPTFO in accordance with MPTFO annual reporting timeframes;Coordinate regular inputs to the EIF's Annual Workplan and other UNW and UN reporting as required; Oversee the management, coordination and storage of all EIF project and related documentation in accordance with EIF Information Management procedures;Draft accurate Steering Committee and Technical Committee meeting minutes.Coordinate and contribute to the implementation of the EIF Monitoring and Evaluation Framework Support the EIF Manager in the conduct and coordination of the EIF formative and summative evaluations;Provide technical guidance and coordinate the conduct of EIF project evaluations;Coordinate the conduct of mid-term monitoring missions to assess project's progress and results;Develop monitoring and evaluation tools to measure the EIF's progress towards achieving its results framework;Contribute to the development and writing of the EIF Annual Progress Report to showcase project and program results and impact.Supervise EIF staff and consultantsSupervise EIF Secretariat members and consultants to ensure EIF team outputs are coordinated and accurate, per agreed EIF timeframes;Review performance, mentor and coach EIF personnel and consultants and conduct performance assessments.Advocate and facilitate knowledge-building and management and communicationOrganize high-level Programming Round launches, advocacy campaigns, events, and workshops; Contribute to the exchange of information and knowledge products internally and externally; Manage activities and other promotional events to engage Security institutions / Donors, and other key stakeholders to expand and/or sustain interest in and resources for EIF activities;Identify best practices and lessons learned to guide programme improvement and strategy planning;Provide substantive support and representation at conferences and meetings where required. The incumbent performs other duties within their functional profile as deemed necessary for the efficient functioning of the Office and the Organization. Competencies :Core Values:Integrity;Professionalism;Respect for Diversity.Core Competencies:Awareness and Sensitivity Regarding Gender Issues;Accountability;Creative Problem Solving;Effective Communication;Inclusive Collaboration;Stakeholder Engagement;Leading by Example.Please visit this link for more information on UN Women's Core Values and Competencies: http://www.unwomen.org/-/media/headquarters/attachments/sections/about us/employment/un-women-employment-values-and-competencies-definitions-en.pdfFunctional Competencies:Knowledge of gender issues, especially in the context of peace operationsUnderstanding of issues surrounding gender in uniformed security servicesDemonstrated ability to work in a diverse environmentExcellent communication skillsHighly effective organization and planning skills and high attention to detailTeam player Excellent analytical and research skillsDemonstrated ability to develop and maintain strong relationships and partnershipsExcellent drafting and editing skills across a range of reporting formats and requirementStrong programme implementation, monitoring, and evaluation skills and knowledgeVery good analytical and computer skills, including MS Office (Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint)Education and certification: Master's degree or equivalent in political science, social sciences, international relations, programme administration or another relevant field.A first-level university degree in combination with two additional years of qualifying experience may be accepted instead of the advanced university degree.Experience: At least 5 years of responsible experience at the national or international level in supporting the management of complex and multi-component programme interventions on gender, peace and security issues with national partners, preferably related to international development and with security sector knowledge.Experience in project management including coordinating, monitoring, and evaluating development programmes and projects is required.Experience working with security institutions in the context of international peacekeeping, in a military, police or civilian capacity, is highly desirable.Experience in the United Nations system, multilateral organizations, civil society, or related areas, in gender, peace, security and international development issues is highly desirable.Languages: Fluency in speaking, writing, and reading English is required.Fluency in speaking, writing, and reading French is required.Working knowledge of another official United Nations language is desirable. Statements :In July 2010, the United Nations General Assembly created UN Women, the United Nations Entity for Gender Equality and the Empowerment of Women. The creation of UN Women came about as part of the UN reform agenda, bringing together resources and mandates for greater impact. It merges and builds on the important work of four previously distinct parts of the UN system (DAW, OSAGI, INSTRAW and UNIFEM), which focused exclusively on gender equality and women's empowerment.Diversity and inclusion:At UN Women, we are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive environment of mutual respect. UN Women recruits, employs, trains, compensates, and promotes regardless of race, religion, color, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, ability, national origin, or any other basis covered by appropriate law. All employment is decided on the basis of qualifications, competence, integrity and organizational need.If you need any reasonable accommodation to support your participation in the recruitment and selection process, please include this information in your application.UN Women has a zero-tolerance policy on conduct that is incompatible with the aims and objectives of the United Nations and UN Women, including sexual exploitation and abuse, sexual harassment, abuse of authority and discrimination. All selected candidates will be expected to adhere to UN Women's policies and procedures and the standards of conduct expected of UN Women personnel and will therefore undergo rigorous reference and background checks. (Background checks will include the verification of academic credential(s) and employment history. Selected candidates may be required to provide additional information to conduct a background check.) 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BackgroundUN Women, grounded in the vision of equality enshrined in the Charter of the United Nations, works for the elimination of discrimination against women and girls; the empowerment of women; and the achievement of equality between women and men as partners and beneficiaries of development, human rights, humanitarian action and peace and security.Through the General Assembly Resolutions 75/233 on the Quadrennial Comprehensive Policy Review (QCPR) and 72/279 on UN repositioning, the United Nations Development System (UNDS) is presented with a mandate to transform in order to respond to the ambition of the 2030 Agenda. Indeed, the 2020 QCPR places strong emphasis on the fundamental importance of promoting gender equality and empowerment of all women and girls, noting the multiplier effect for achieving sustained and inclusive economic growth, poverty eradication and sustainable development. It calls upon all entities of the UNDS to continue to promote women's empowerment and gender equality by enhancing and accelerating gender mainstreaming through the full implementation of the UNCT performance indicators for Gender Equality and Women's Empowerment (GEWE) (the "UNCT-SWAP Gender Equality Scorecard") and calls on UN entities to draw on gender expertise, including in UN Women, to assist with gender mainstreaming in the preparation of the United Nations Sustainable Development Cooperation Framework. As also recognized by the UNSDG Guidance for the Cooperation Framework, gender equality and women's empowerment should be mainstreamed through UN programming, and it is identified as a priority for the Decade of Action and as crucial to national responses to the COVID-19 pandemic.UNWOMEN and the Economic Community of Central African States (ECCAS) have signed a memorandum of Understanding In 2022 to ensure the advancement of Gender Equality and women's empowerment in Central Africa region. Under this partnership a major normative milestone was achieved with the first Common Agenda for Women and Girls in Central Africa adopted by the Member States of ECCAS (in Libreville, Gabon, May 27th, 2023) during the Regional Conference of Gender Ministers from Central Africa. The Ministerial Agenda and Regional Conference has been the result of UN WOMEN WCARO's partnership building and advocacy with the Economic Commission for Central Africa/ECCAS and UNOCA.The Common Agenda for Women and Girls in Central Africa provides a set of recommendations and priorities for action on promoting women and girls 'rights and empowerment in Central Africa in five main areas: (i) women's participation in peace-building and peacekeeping processes; (ii) updating legal and policy frameworks in favor of gender equality; (iii) massive investment in women's economic empowerment; (iv) universal access to quality education for girls and women; and (v) strengthening mechanisms to protect women's rights and combat gender-based violence. For an effective implementation of the recommendation on gender based violence, it has been recommended to elaborate the first binding Regional Convention to Eliminate Violence against Women and Girls in Central Africa.The Gender Equality Specialist will lead Inclusive resource mobilization efforts to ensure that gender interventions planned in the Common Agenda are funded sufficiently. The Gender Equality Specialist will also lead efforts to ensure that Member States, regional organizations, the UNCT, civil society, the private sector, the media and other relevant actors take gender concerns into due account, by coordinating the advocacy efforts of relevant organizations. This includes ensuring effective leadership and engagement of women's Civil Society Organizations in the design, development and implementation of UNSDCF products to ensure that they are gender responsive and reflect the diverse priorities and needs of women and girls. With a dual/matrixed reporting to the Head of the Resident Coordinator Office and to the UN Women Regional Director, the Gender Equality Specialist will work with the regional coordination specialist, to support the development and strengthening of a strategic vision for gender mainstreaming for UN joint programming and provide coordination and technical and policy advisory support on women's rights and gender equality to the Resident Coordinator (RC) and the UNCT. The Gender Equality Specialist will also work closely with ECCAS commission to ensure the implementation of the Common Agenda for Women and Girls in Central Africa. Duties and ResponsibilitiesTechnical Advisory Support to ECCAS in the implementation of the Common Agenda for Women and Girls in Central AfricaProvide technical inputs to research and analysis of the political, social, and economic situation in the region related to the programming and normative areas of the Common Agenda for Women and Girls in Central Africa as needed including supporting the development of Country Gender Equality Briefs/Profiles of ECCAS member states.Coordinate policy dialogues around the Common Agenda for Women and Girls in Central Africa and provide analysis and guidance to ECCAS on key gender issues and opportunities to support the Common Agenda for Women and Girls in Central Africa.Provide technical and substantive inputs to partnerships and joint resource mobilization strategies related to the Common Agenda for Women and Girls in Central Africa.Liaise with key stakeholders from Government, academia, civil society, the private sector and key international actors to build and strengthen strategic alliances and partnerships to support the implementation, monitoring of the Common Agenda for Women and Girls in Central Africa.Coordinate, and review the development of regional (Central Africa) briefs on possible areas of GEWE cooperation.Provide guidance and coordinate with gender equality and women's empowerment (GEWE)Substantially support the development of a rigorous gender analysis in the Common Country Analysis (CCA) to explain immediate, underlying and root causes of gender inequalities and gender-based discrimination, and differentiated impacts (including through an appreciation of social, legal, political, economic and cultural dynamics that underpin gender inequality), and contribute to regular updates;Review and provide technical guidance and inputs to each step of the UNSDCF to ensure the integration of gender equality considerations: Strategic prioritization, results matrix, joint programmes, monitoring and evaluation;Provide technical guidance and coordinate the UNCT to strengthen monitoring and reporting on GEWE in the context of the Cooperation Framework;Coordinate the preparation of analytical and regular progress reports on gender index through UN Info;Provide technical guidance and advice to the RC, UNCT, development partners and national counterparts on implementation of key UN frameworks and conventions on gender equality;Provide technical advice to the RC and UNCT for national GEWE policy and legal framework development and monitoring.Coordinate the fostering coherent inter-agency planning, analysis and action for enhanced accountability to GEWE:Support the provision of technical advice to Resident Coordinator (RC) and the UNCT on the gender dynamics and opportunities to support inclusive engagement of women in the development assistance provided by the UNCT;Coordinate with the UNCT on improved accountability tools to ensure the UN's commitments to gender equality and women's empowerment are tracked and up-scaled as opportunities arise : coordinate the UNCT-SWAP GenderEquality Scorecard exercise and implementation of its Action Plan, and provide coordination and technical advisory support to the application of the UNCT Gender Equality Marker;Provide technical inputs to joint programmes related to gender equality and empowerment of women and girls priorities highlighted in the Cooperation Framework, such as Spotlight programmes where relevant;Coordinate the implementation of system-wide UN strategies and frameworks at the country level, such as SG Parity Strategy and Prevention of Sexual Exploitation and Abuse (PSEA) strategy, and lead related monitoring and reporting;and Actively participate in the Gender Thematic Groups / Gender Results Groups.Provide technical support to strategic partnerships building and resource mobilization:Provide technical and substantive inputs to partnerships and joint resource mobilization strategies related to GEWE and the Cooperation Framework;Liaise with key stakeholders from Government, academia, civil society, the private sector and key international actors to build and strengthen strategic alliances and partnerships on women's rights and gender equality initiatives as neededCoordinate, and review the development of interagency briefs on possible areas of GEWE cooperation, including identification of opportunities for cost sharing.Provide coordination support to GEWE intergovernmental and normative work with UNCT and national partnersCoordinate initiatives related to the Commission on the Status of Women, including contributions to relevant global/regional reports and background documents;Provide technical support gender related SDG consultations;Facilitate regular review of the progress on implementation of the Beijing Platform for Action;Coordinate CEDAW, Voluntary National Review and Universal Periodic Review reporting on gender equality and women's empowerment;Engage with women's Civil Society Organisations with respect to the above.Advise the RC and UNCT in the analysis and monitoring of trends, opportunities and challenges around gender equality and women's empowerment:Provide technical inputs to research and analysis of the political, social, and economic situation in the region related to the programming and normative areas of gender equality, including supporting the development of Country Gender Equality Briefs/Profiles;Coordinate accountability in policy dialogues around gender equality and the empowerment of women;Provide analysis and guidance to the RC and the UNCT on key gender issues and opportunities to support women engaging in and benefitting from the assistance provided by the UNCT;Advise and lead on entry points for new initiatives for the UN Systems to strengthen capacities for gender equality and to support the advancement of women's empowerment and gender equality.Develop capacity development initiatives on gender-related issues and priorities as needed;Coordinate interagency advocacy and facilitation of knowledge building and management:Coordinate interagency efforts to establish advocacy networks and linkages to international networks related to gender equality, women's empowerment; including those relating to reconciliation and humanitarian support;Develop capacity development initiatives on gender-related issues and priorities as needed;Provide technical inputs to the development of interagency advocacy strategies and their implementation;Oversee the process of identifying and synthesizing best practices and lessons learnt, according to priorities set by the UNCT; and contribute to their dissemination. CompetenciesCore Values:Respect for DiversityIntegrityProfessionalismCore Competencies:Awareness and Sensitivity Regarding Gender IssuesAccountabilityCreative Problem SolvingEffective CommunicationInclusive CollaborationStakeholder EngagementLeading by ExamplePlease visit this link for more information on UN Women's Core Values and Competencies:https://www.unwomen.org/en/about-us/employment/application-process#_Values FUNCTIONAL COMPETENCIES:Strong knowledge of general gender equality and women's empowerment issues;Strong knowledge of UN system and understanding of inter-agency coordination and UNSDCF processes;Ability to advocate and provide policy advice and interact with high level decision makers; Ability to envision, conceptualize and communicate strategic vision;Strong gender-focused results-based management, programme implementation and monitoring and evaluation skills;Excellent analytical and conceptual thinking skills;Strong negotiating, cultural sensitivity and diplomatic skills;Strong planning, goal-setting and prioritization and organizational skills;Familiarity with the region and women's rights organizations and networks in the rCentral Africa region considered an asset. Required Skills and ExperienceEducation and certificationAdvanced university degree in the social sciences (i.e. sociology, demography, psychology, political science and economics), public policy or international development. A specialization in gender is a strong asset.A first-level university degree in combination with two additional years of qualifying work experience may be accepted in lieu of the advanced university degree. ExperienceAt least seven years of progressively responsible relevant work experience/ demonstrated track record that combines intellectual, strategic and managerial leadership in development programs. At least 4 years of which should include having undertaken and led substantive programming and research/analysis on gender and development in key issue areas;Experience in working in emergency and crisis/conflict contexts is desired;Experience with UN joint programming development and implementation in the area of gender equality and women's empowerment;Experience in UN coordination and joint advocacy and/or programming is required;Experience in building and maintaining effective relationships with government institutions, CSOs and donors is desirable.Language RequirementsFluency in French and English are required.ApplicationAll applications must include (as an attachment) the completed UN Women Personal History form (P-11) which can be downloaded from: https://www.unwomen.org/sites/default/files/Headquarters/Attachments/Sections/About Us/Employment/UN-Women-P11-Personal-History-Form.doc. Kindly note that the system will only allow one attachment. Applications without the completed UN Women P-11 form will be treated as incomplete and will not be considered for further assessment.In accordance with the UN Staff Regulation 4.5 (b) A temporary appointment does not carry any expectancy, legal or otherwise, of renewal. A temporary appointment shall not be converted to any other type of appointment. This temporary appointment is budgeted for a maximum term of 729 days. NoteIn July 2010, the United Nations General Assembly created UN Women, the United Nations Entity for Gender Equality and the Empowerment of Women. The creation of UN Women came about as part of the UN reform agenda, bringing together resources and mandates for greater impact. It merges and builds on the important work of four previously distinct parts of the UN system (DAW, OSAGI, INSTRAW and UNIFEM), which focused exclusively on gender equality and women's empowerment. Diversity and inclusionAt UN Women, we are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive environment of mutual respect. UN Women recruits, employs, trains, compensates, and promotes regardless of race, religion, color, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, ability, national origin, or any other basis covered by appropriate law. All employment is decided on the basis of qualifications, competence, integrity and organizational need.If you need any reasonable accommodation to support your participation in the recruitment and selection process, please include this information in your application.UN Women has a zero-tolerance policy on conduct that is incompatible with the aims and objectives of the United Nations and UN Women, including sexual exploitation and abuse, sexual harassment, abuse of authority and discrimination. All selected candidates will be expected to adhere to UN Women's policies and procedures and the standards of conduct expected of UN Women personnel and will therefore undergo rigorous reference and background checks. (Background checks will include the verification of academic credential(s) and employment history. Selected candidates may be required to provide additional information to conduct a background check. This is how cinfo can support you in the application process for this specific position: Application preparation: Before you apply for this position: Improve your application documents by registering for a Job Application Support. Our coaches are here to help tailor your application to the requirements of the job (service provided at your own cost). Interview preparation: When invited to the interview: Prepare for the interview by registering for a Job Application Support. 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