United Nations Population Fund (UNFPA) Vacancy Announcement Notice:
UNFPA, the United Nations Population Fund, is looking for the qualified candidates to be based in UNFPA Nepal Country Office
1. Job Title: Programme Specialist, Gender-Based Violence (1 position)
Category: Fixed Term Appointment [NO-C]
Job Opening ID: 32831
Deadline: Wednesday, 21 October 2020 by 5 pm Nepal time Duration: 1 Year Initially
Position: Responsible for the management and implementation of UNFPA's flagship Gender-Based Violence Prevention and Response programme (Phase II) including direct supervision of the programme team; provision of high-quality policy, advocacy and technical support; effective coordination with concerned Government, NGOs and civil society partners; and contribution to learning and knowledge sharing under the programme.
Eligibility:
- Master's Degree in Women's or Gender Studies, Social Work, Development Studies or other social sciences or public/community health, as it relates to gender and GBV.
- At least 5 years of increasingly responsible relevant professional experience in programme and project management, including large multi-sectoral projects, designing and appraising proposals and actively liaising with relevant and potential project partners.
- Strong English speaking, oral and writing skills.
- Knowledge of gender issues, particularly GBV prevention, response and referral pathways. Understanding of male engagement and behavioural change approaches including familiarity with SASA! strongly preferred.
- Experience in utilizing the following internationals tools and systems: GBV Standard Operating Procedures; GBV Information Management System; IASC GBV Guidelines; IASC Gender Handbook; GBV Minimum Standards; GBV Coordination Handbook; WHO Ethical and Safety Recommendations for Researching, Documenting and Monitoring Sexual Violence in Emergencies; the global Essential Services Package for Women and Girls.
- Demonstrated management and oversight experience with the capacity to lead diverse teams, strongly preferred.
2. Job Title: Programme Specialist, Family Planning (1 position)
Category: Fixed Term Appointment [NO-C]
Job Opening ID: 32837
Deadline: Wednesday, 21 October 2020 by 5 pm Nepal time Duration: 1 Year Initially
Position: Responsible for providing the high-quality policy, advocacy and technical leadership on family planning including commodity security and supply chain management; engaging in health financing for the sustainability of the family planning programme; ensuring effective collaboration with key Government, NGOs and civil society partners to advance family planning as part of the sexual and reproductive health programme; and oversight and management of the family planning programme and team in the UNFPA office.
Eligibility:
- Master's Degree in Public Health, with at least 5 years professional experience in policy advocacy work and in managing health programmes, preferably in the area of sexual and reproductive health and family planning (SRH/FP) and supply chain management or Medical Doctor (MBBS).
- Knowledge of decentralization of health system in federal Nepal as well as of the latest developments in the field of SRH/FP including health financing and health systems strengthening is preferable.
- Excellent analytical skills and ability to provide strategic technical leadership, handle complexities and engage effectively with a wide range of stakeholders essential.
- Demonstrated leadership, management, and team-working skills required.
- The high degree of proficiency in both written and spoken English and Nepali required. Ability to elaborate reports, document and disseminate good practices essential.
How to apply: UNFPA has established an electronic application management system. This allows applicants to create a candidate profile, which can be updated regularly and submitted for more than one vacancy.
The full job description of the position can be accessed at https://nepal.unfpa.org/vacancies and only online applications using this link will be accepted.
Download the Step by Step Guide to Applying in the E-Recruit System of UNFPA at https://www.unfpa.org/resources/step-step-guide-applying-jobs-unfpa. Please print out the Guide for your reference during the registration and application process.
Notice: There is no application, processing or other fees at any stage of the application process. UNFPA does not solicit or screen for information in respect of HIV or AIDS and does not discriminate on the basis of HIV/AIDS status. UNFPA provides a work environment that reflects the values of gender equality, teamwork, embracing diversity in all its forms, integrity and a healthy balance of work and life. We are committed to maintaining our balanced gender distribution and therefore encourage women to apply. UNFPA promotes equal opportunities for all, including persons with disabilities.
