Programme Specialist, Gender and GBV, NOA, East Jerusalem

The Position:

The Programme Analyst assists in the analysis and assessment of relevant political, social and economic trends, guiding and facilitating the delivery of UNFPA’s programmes.

You will report to the Gender and GBV Programme Specialist.

How you can make a difference:

UNFPA is the lead United Nations agency for delivering a world where every pregnancy is intended, every childbirth is safe, and every young person's potential is fulfilled. The UNFPA Strategic Plan for 2026-2029 articulates the organization’s response to a complex global environment, providing a roadmap for resilience and renewal. It is designed to accelerate the implementation of the Programme of Action of the International Conference on Population and Development (ICPD) and the achievement of the Sustainable Development Goals by 2030. This mandate is pursued through a focus on four interconnected outcomes: ending the unmet need for family planning; ending preventable maternal deaths; ending gender-based violence and harmful practices; and adapting to demographic change through evidence and rights-based policies.

In a world where fundamental human rights are at risk, we need principled and ethical staff, who embody these international norms and standards and who will defend them courageously and with full conviction.

UNFPA is seeking candidates who transform, inspire, and deliver high-impact and sustained results and ensure effective external relations, communications, and partnership-building and resource mobilization in a rapidly changing development and funding landscape. We need staff who are transparent, exceptional in how they manage the resources entrusted to them, and who commit to delivering excellence in programme results.

Job Purpose:

Working within the Country Office (CO) environment, you will support the effective management of UNFPA activities in the areas of gender and GBV. Through analysis and assessment of political, social and economic trends, you will contribute to programme formulation and evaluation, joint programming initiatives and national development frameworks.

You will assist in monitoring results achieved during implementation, guiding the appropriate application of systems and procedures, and developing enhancements as required.

You would be responsible for:

- Participating in the formulation of the country programme and component projects, by compiling and analysing information relevant to the UNFPA’s role in the country, drafting project documents and work plans; and preparing tables and statistical data.

- Evaluating project and programme activities, establishing ways to systematically assess achievement and recommending corrective action as required; conducting field visits; participating in review meetings and evaluation missions and preparing regular inputs to status and progress reports.

- Analysing and interpreting the political, social and economic environment relevant to UNFPA activities, and identifying opportunities for UNFPA assistance and intervention.

- Analysing policy papers, strategy documents and national development plans; preparing briefs and inputs for policy dialogue, technical assistance coordination, and development frameworks.

- Assessing implications of new policy developments and strategies on programme execution, and ensuring their integration.

- Establishing collaborative relationships with executing agencies, experts, government counterparts and other UN agencies to facilitate timely and efficient delivery of project inputs.

- Assisting in implementing knowledge management strategies to capture lessons learned and best practices, sharing these with management for future planning

- Assisting in advocacy and resource mobilization efforts of the CO, by establishing and maintaining a network of donor and public information contacts. Assisting with organising and conducting of donor meetings and public information events, including preparing relevant background material for these events.

- Lead and coordinate the GBV Case Management Task Force to ensure the provision of ethical, survivor-centered, and standardized services, including establishing appropriate mechanisms and technical advisory panels for the management of complex and high-risk cases.

- Undertake capacity assessments and develop comprehensive capacity strengthening plans; facilitate advanced Training of Trainers (ToT) and clinical supervision initiatives, while coordinating complex GBV referral pathways to enhance the operational effectiveness of line ministries and civil society partners.

- Provide technical oversight in the implementation of Cash and Voucher Assistance (CVA) interventions linked to GBV case management, ensuring robust financial accountability mechanisms and adherence to protection principles to support survivors facing acute economic vulnerability.

- Lead the design and rollout of Women and Girls Safe Spaces (WGSS) programming, including the development of context-specific guidelines and the delivery of targeted interventions addressing emerging risks such as Technology-Facilitated Gender-Based Violence (TFGBV).

- Contribute to evidence-based advocacy by developing analytical briefs, identifying policy and programmatic gaps, and formulating actionable recommendations to strengthen GBV prevention and response frameworks.

Qualifications and Experience

Education:

Advanced degree in Anthropology, Psychology, Gender studies, Development Studies, International development, Human rights/laws or other related fields in social sciences

Knowledge and Experience:

- Up to five years professional experience in the field of development and population activities, with experience in programme/ project management is desirable

- Practical experience in design, monitoring and evaluation of development projects and coordination and management of humanitarian and development programmes and projects specially on GBV and Gender and Social Norms.

- Experience using office software packages and web-based management systems.

- Knowledge and experience working with the UN system/ UNFPA would be an advantage.

Languages:

Fluency in English and Arabic is a required.

Required Competencies:

Values:

- Exemplifying integrity,

- Demonstrating commitment to UNFPA and the UN system,

- Embracing cultural diversity,

- Embracing change

Functional Competencies:

- Advocacy/ Advancing a policy-oriented agenda

- Leveraging the resources of national governments and partners/ building strategic alliances and partnerships

- Delivering results-based programmes

- Internal and external communication and advocacy for results mobilisation

Core Competencies:

- Achieving results,

- Being accountable,

- Developing and applying professional expertise/business acumen,

- Thinking analytically and strategically,

- Working in teams/managing ourselves and our relationships,

- Communicating for impact

UNFPA Work Environment:

UNFPA provides a work environment that reflects the values of gender equality, diversity, integrity and healthy work-life balance. We are committed to ensuring gender parity in the organization and therefore encourage women to apply. Individuals from the LGBTQIA+ community, minority ethnic groups, indigenous populations, persons with disabilities, and other underrepresented groups are highly encouraged to apply. Reasonable accommodation may be provided to applicants with disabilities upon request, to support their participation in the recruitment process. UNFPA promotes equal opportunities in terms of appointment, training, compensation and selection for all regardless of personal characteristics and dimensions of diversity. Diversity, Equity and Inclusion is at the heart of UNFPA's workforce - click here to learn more.

Disclaimer:

Selection and appointment may be subject to background and reference checks, medical clearance, visa issuance and other administrative requirements.

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