Jobs - 55717- Re-advertisement - Programme Analyst GBV

Re-advertisement - Programme Analyst GBV - UNFPA - (Open to Syrian Nationals Only)

Location :

Damascus, SYRIAN ARAB REPUBLIC

Type of Contract :

FTA Local

Starting Date :

01-Jul-2015

Application Deadline :

01-May-15 (Midnight New York, USA)

Post Level :

NO-B

Duration of Initial Contract :

One year

Languages Required :

Arabic English

Expected Duration of Assignment :

One year

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.

Background

The Programme Analyst substantively contributes to the effective management of UNFPA activities in the area of gender. S/he analyses and assesses relevant political, social and economic trends and provides substantive inputs to project formulation and evaluation, joint programming initiatives and national development frameworks. The Programme Analyst guides and facilitates the delivery of UNFPA’s programmes by monitoring results achieved during implementation. S/he ensures and guides the appropriate application of systems and procedures and develops enhancements if necessary.

Duties and Responsibilities

In collaboration with Government counterparts, NGOs and other partners, contributes substantively to the formulation and design of the country programme and its component projects in line with Government priorities and according to UNFPA programme policies and procedures. Ensures quality of programme / project design incorporating lessons learned, newly developed policies and best practices and establishing appropriate execution and monitoring mechanisms and systems;
Analyzes and interprets the political, social and economic environment relevant to gender, and identifies opportunities for UNFPA assistance and intervention. Keeps abreast of new policy developments and strategies analyzing policy papers, strategy documents, national plans and development frameworks, and prepares briefs and inputs for policy dialogue, technical assistance coordination, and development frameworks;
Expedites and coordinates project implementation establishing collaborative relationships with executing agencies, experts, government counterparts and other UN agencies facilitating timely and efficient delivery of project inputs and addressing training needs of project personnel;
Helps create and document knowledge about current and emerging gender trends and issues, by analyzing programmes, projects, strategies, approaches and ongoing experience for lessons learned, best practices, and shares these with management for use in knowledge sharing and planning future strategies;
Assists advocacy and resource mobilization efforts of the Country Office by preparing relevant documentation, i.e. project summaries, conference papers, speeches, donor profiles, and participating in donor meetings and public information events;
Contributes to the CO GBV response to the humanitarian crisis, represents it when requested coordination.

The Programme Analyst facilitates the work of consultants, advisors, and experts and establishes and maintains collaborative relationships with counterparts in government, multi-lateral and bilateral donor agencies and civil society to address emerging issues. S/he must effectively influence counterparts from diverse backgrounds to jointly contribute to achieving UNFPA’s mandate. The SPA is a substantive contributor to the programme team in the Country Office.

Internal contacts include the Representative, Deputy Representative, the CO’s programme/ technical team. External contacts include other UN agencies in country, and counterparts and partners in Country programme activities, including international NGOs, experts.

Competencies

Functional Competencies:

Results-based programme development and management

Contributes to the achievement of results through primary research and analysis and effective monitoring of programme/ project implementation;
Uses analytical skills to identify opportunities for project development and participates in formulation of proposals ensuring substantive rigour in the design and application of proven successful approaches.

Innovation and marketing of new approaches

Enhances existing processes and products;
Documents and analyzes innovative strategies, best practices and new approaches;
Adapts quickly to change.

Leveraging the resources of partners/ building strategic alliances and partnerships

Establishes, maintains and utilizes a broad network of contacts to keep abreast of developments and share information;
Analyzes selected materials for strengthening strategic alliances with partners and stakeholders.

Advocacy/ advancing a policy oriented agenda

Prepares and communicates relevant information for evidence-based advocacy;
Maintains a functioning network of contacts in the media and civil society to support advocacy efforts, and takes opportunities to advocate UNFPA’s mandate.

Resource mobilization

Provides inputs to resource mobilization strategies, analyzing and maintaining information and databases on donors and developing database of project profiles for presentation to donors.

Corporate competencies:

Displays cultural, gender, religion, race, nationality and age sensitivity and adaptability;
Highest standards of integrity, discretion and loyalty.

Required Skills and Experience

Education:

Advanced degree in health, population, demography and/or other related social science field.

Knowledge and Experience:

Two years professional experience in the field of gender and GBV-related activities, preferably in programme/ project management;
Experience in UNFPA is an asset.

Languages:

Fluency in English and Arabic is required.