The Position:

The Programme Analyst/Field Coordinator analyses and assesses relevant humanitarian, and development  needs and trends, guiding and facilitating the delivery of UNFPA’s programmes, especially at the  local and community level.    

You will report to the Emergency Response Coordinator.
 

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 a large and complex decentralized Country Office (CO) environment, you will support the effective management of UNFPA activities in the areas of sexual and reproductive health, ending gender-based violence, adolescent and youth programming, and population and development. Through substantive analysis and assessment of humanitarian, development, political, social, and economic trends, you will contribute to supporting the implementation of the CPD, project formulation and evaluation, joint programming initiatives, and national humanitarian and development frameworks.

You will monitor results achieved during implementation, guide the appropriate application of systems and procedures, and develop enhancements as required.
 

You would be responsible for:

• In collaboration with Government counterparts, particularly at the local authority level, NGOs, communities, and other partners, contribute to the design and implementation of the country programme and its component projects, ensuring alignment with Government priorities and UNFPA programme policies and procedures.
• Ensure appropriate monitoring and oversight mechanisms and systems are established and implemented.
• Analyze and interpret the humanitarian, development, political, social, and economic environment relevant to UNFPA activities, identifying opportunities for UNFPA assistance and intervention.
• Review policy papers, strategy documents, and national humanitarian and development plans; prepare briefs and inputs for policy dialogue, technical assistance coordination, and humanitarian and development frameworks.
• Assess the implications of new policy developments and strategies on programme execution, ensuring their integration into ongoing activities.
• Establish collaborative relationships with executing agencies, experts, government counterparts, and other UN agencies to facilitate timely and efficient programme delivery.
• Assist in implementing knowledge management strategies to capture lessons learned and best practices, sharing these with management to support future planning and personnel training needs.
• Support the advocacy and resource mobilization strategy of the CO by preparing relevant documentation, including project summaries, conference papers, speeches, and donor profiles, and by participating in related meetings and public events.
   

Qualifications and Experience: 

Education:  

Advanced degree in health, population, demography and/or other related social science discipline is required.

Knowledge and Experience: 

●    Two years professional experience in the field of development and population activities, with experience in programme/ project management is required.
●    Practical experience in design, monitoring and evaluation of development projects
●    Experience using office software packages and web-based management systems.

Languages: 

Fluency in English and Ukrainian is required     

Required Competencies: 

Values:

• Exemplifying integrity, 
• Demonstrating commitment to UNFPA and the UN system, 
• Embracing cultural diversity, 
• Embracing change

Core Competencies: 

• Achieving results,
• Being accountable,
• Developing and applying professional expertise/business acumen,
• Thinking analytically and strategically,
• Working in teams/managing ourselves and our relationships,

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 mobilization

Managerial Competencies:

●    Providing strategic focus,
●    Engaging in internal/external partners and stakeholders,
●    Leading, developing and empowering people, creating a culture of performance
●    Making decisions and exercising judgment
 

Compensation and Benefits:

This position offers an attractive remuneration package including a competitive net salary plus health insurance and other benefits as applicable.

UNFPA Work Environment:

UNFPA provides a work environment that reflects the values of gender equality, diversity, integrity and healthy work-life balance. We are committed to ensuring gender parity in the organization and therefore encourage women to apply. Individuals from the LGBTQIA+ community, minority ethnic groups, indigenous populations, persons with disabilities, and other underrepresented groups are highly encouraged to apply. 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:

UNFPA does not tolerate sexual exploitation, sexual abuse, sexual harassment and abuse of authority. Thus, all selected candidates undergo relevant checks and are expected to adhere to the respective standards and principles.

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

UNFPA does not charge any application, processing, training, interviewing, testing or other fee in connection with the application or recruitment process. Fraudulent notices, letters or offers may be submitted to the UNFPA fraud hotline http://www.unfpa.org/help/hotline.cfm