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 Surging Women’s Employment Flagship Initiative (SWEI) in the Green, STEM, and Care Economies seeks to increase women’s employment in the Arab States region by 5% by 2030 through innovative and collaborative approaches across governments, international financial institutions, the private sector, UN agencies, NGOs, and media. 

This role is central to advancing the EU-funded programme “Support to Women’s Employment in the Middle East and North Africa (MENA) Region through Gender-Responsive Private Sector Development” as part of the broader SWEI initiative.

Reporting to the Director, Surging Women’s Employment in the Green, STEM, and Care Economy, and dotted reporting line to Technical Lead/Program Management Specialist the Administrative and Finance Analyst will provide essential programme, financial, and operational support to the UN Women-EU programme.

The role ensures accurate financial monitoring and reporting, compliance with donor and internal requirements, and oversees travel, procurement, contracts, and event logistics. The Analyst supports & monitors recruitment, contracts and personnel administration of SWEI team , while contributing to programme implementation and results analysis. Additionally, the role assists the Director/Head in developing and monitoring strategic teamwork plans for ROAS and Country Offices, ensuring alignment with key regional priorities.

Key Functions and Accountabilities:

Financial Management and Donor Compliance 

• Prepare and monitor budgets, expenditures, and financial forecasts;
• Ensure accurate financial reporting in compliance with EU and other donor requirements;
• Maintain and update financial records in UN Women systems (e.g., Quantum, UNALL);
• Support the preparation of financial statements, donor reports, and audit processes Track fund utilization and advise on budget realignments as needed.

Programme and Operational Support 

• Provide technical administrative and operational support to ensure smooth implementation of programme activities;
• Assist in the preparation and finalization of work plans, progress reports, and programme documents;
• Support the Director in the development and monitoring of strategic team-work plans with monthly milestones for ROAS and Country Offices;
• Monitor adherence to work plans and suggest support measures when needed.

Procurement, Contracts, and Logistics 

• Facilitate procurement processes, including preparation of RFPs, evaluation of bids, and contract issuance;
• Manage consultant and service provider contracts, ensuring timely initiation, renewal, and closure;
• Organize logistics for meetings, workshops, and high-level events, including travel, venue, and participant management;
• Handle travel arrangements and related financial settlements for programme staff and partners.

Human Resources and Recruitment 

• Provide administrative, monitoring and logistical support  of recruitment processes by consolidating information and relevant documents such as TORs interview coordination in consultation with HR;
• Facilitate the administration of project contracts and payments for consultants, collaborate with HR on other related  activities;
• Maintain internal consultant files, ensuring compliance in accordance with UN Women policies.

The incumbent performs other duties within their functional profile as deemed necessary for the efficient functioning of the Office and the Organization.

Supervisory/Managerial Responsibilities: N/A 

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.

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Functional Competencies:

• Programme formulation, implementation, monitoring and evaluation skills;
• Knowledge of Results Based Management;
• Ability to gather and interpret data, reach logical conclusions and present findings;
• Good analytical skills;
• Good knowledge of Women’s Economic Empowerment.

Required Qualifications:

Education and certification:

• A 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 1 year of relevant work experience in development programme/project implementation, coordination, monitoring and evaluation, finance, administrative support, donor reporting and capacity building is required;
• Experience in Women’s Economic Empowerment is desirable;
• Demonstrated financial experience using an ERP financial system is required;
• Demonstrated experience in providing financial and budget support to programmes/projects is required;
• Demonstrated knowledge of IPSAS/IFRS is desirable;
• Experience coordinating and liaising with government agencies and/or donors is desirable.

Language Requirements:

• Fluency in English and Arabic is required;
• Knowledge of another official UN language (French) 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.)

Note: Applicants must ensure that all sections of the application form, including the sections on education and employment history, are completed. If all sections are not completed the application may be disqualified from the recruitment and selection process.