Jobs - 41232- UNFPA Reproductive Health Programme Analyst

UNFPA Reproductive Health Programme Analyst

Location :

Sarajevo, BOSNIA AND HERZEGOVINA

Type of Contract :

Service Contract

Starting Date :

16-Dec-2013

Application Deadline :

20-Nov-13 (Midnight New York, USA)

Post Level :

SB-4

Duration of Initial Contract :

one year

Languages Required :

English

Expected Duration of Assignment :

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- Reproductive Health (RH) is located in Country Office Bosnia and Herzegovina (CO) and reports to the UNFPA Representative.

The Programme Analyst substantively contributes to the effective management of UNFPA activities in the areas of reproductive health and family planning. S/he analyses and assesses relevant political, reproductive health, family planning and social 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 activities in the field of reproductive health/family planning (including HIV and AIDS) 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, reproductive health, family planning and social environment relevant to population and development, reproductive health and 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 population development trends, RH and gender issues, by analyzing programme, projects, strategies, approaches and ongoing experience for lessons learned, best practices, and shares with management for use in knowledge sharing and planning future strategies.
Assists advocacy and resource mobilization efforts of Country Office by preparing relevant documentation, i.e. project summaries, conference papers, speeches, donor profiles, and participating in donor meetings and public information events.

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, Assistant Representative, Country Director, 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 etc.

Competencies

Core Competencies:

Values/Guiding Principles
Integrity/Cultural Sensitivity/Valuing Diversity/Commitment to Mandate
Developing People/Coaching and Mentoring/Performance Management
Working in teams/Communication/Self-Management/Emotional Intelligence
Analytical and Strategic Thinking/Results Orientation/Commitment to Excellence/ Knowledge Sharing/Continuous Learning Appropriate and Transparent Decision Making; Knowledge Sharing/Continuous Learning

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.

Required Skills and Experience

Advanced degree in health, population, demography and/or other related social science field.
Three to five years professional experience in the field of development and population activities, with accent on reproductive health and family planning (including HIV and AIDS) preferably in programme/ project management.
Fluency in English and the local language are required.