Programme Analyst 

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Job title:                                             Programme Analyst 

Level:                                                  NO-A

Position Number:                              230398 and 230400

Location:                                            Chisinau, Republic of Moldova

Full/Part time:                                    Full-Time

Fixed term/Temporary:                    Fixed Term Rotational/Non Rotational:                                         

Non-Rotational Duration:               One year renewable

The Position: 

Note: This position is for national staff only.

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 UNFPA Programme Analyst on GBV or UNFPA Programme Analyst on Gender/GBV

How you can make a difference:

UNFPA is the lead UN agency for delivering a world where every pregnancy is wanted, every childbirth is safe and every young person's potential is fulfilled. UNFPA’s new strategic plan (2022-2025), focuses on three transformative results: to end preventable maternal deaths; end unmet need for family planning; and end gender-based violence and harmful practices. 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 that transform, inspire and deliver high impact and sustained results; we need staff who are transparent, exceptional in how they manage the resources entrusted to them and who commit to deliver 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 prevention and combating GBV, GBV risk mitigation, women empowerment, gender and social norms change, etc. Through analysis and assessment of political, social and economic trends, you will contribute to project 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 mobilisation efforts of the CO, by establishing and maintaining a network of donor and public information contacts. Assisting with organising and conducting donor meetings and public information events, including preparing relevant background material for these events.

Qualifications and Experience Education:

Advanced degree in,human rights, public management,, law, and/or other related social science field.

Knowledge and Experience:

• Up to two years professional experience in the field of Gender/GBV prevention, response, risk mitigation , with experience in programme/ project management is desirable.

• Experience in GBV prevention, gender equality, gender norms  humanitarian  response  programmes area is a strong advantage.
  • Practical experience in design, monitoring and evaluation of development and human projects is required.
  • Experience using office software packages and web-based management systems is required.

Languages:

• Fluency in English and Romanian;
  • Working knowledge of one or more additional languages relevant to Moldova, including Russian, Bulgarian, Gagauzian, Romani, Ukrainian, or sign language is an asset.

Required Competencies:

Compensation and Benefits:

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