Job description
THIS VACANCY IS OPEN ONLY TO NATIONALS OF MYANMAR.
Closing Date: 8 November 2016 (5 pm Yangon time)
Position Summary:
Under the overall guidance of UNFPA Deputy Representative and direct supervision of Programme Specialist, the Programme Analyst assists in managing the implementation of the Women and Girls First Initiative (2016-2018) in a rapidly changing and highly complex environment. The incumbent will be based in Yangon with frequent backstopping missions to the field offices.
Requirements:
Education:
• Advanced university degree in gender studies, public health, international relations, international development, public administration, financial management, business management social sciences or other related field.
Knowledge and Experience:
• Up to two years of experience, including experience in programme management;
• Strong commitment to the mandate of the UN and UNFPA in Myanmar
• Knowledge on sexual and reproductive health and rights and gender equality issues, particularly GBV, including relevant international human rights standards and instruments;
• Good coordination skills
• Results-based programme management experience, with particular focus on strategic planning and capacity building;
• Excellent computer skill (Windows environment, MS office applications including Word, Excel and Power-point); and
• Prior working experience with UN agencies is an asset.
Languages:
• Fluency in English is required.
Other required skills:
• Experience in application of conflict sensitivity and “do no harm” approaches in the programming
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