Programme Analyst, Fistula (National Post)

  • Level: NOB
  • Contract type: Fixed Term Appointment
  • Closing date: 22 Oct 2015 09:00 PM (America/New_York)
  • Duty station: Lusaka, Zambia
Please note that this vacancy is open only to nationals of Zambia.

Position Summary:

The Fistula Programme Analyst ensures the effective management of UNFPA's activities in the areas of Fistula prevention, treatment and rehabilitation, as well as fostering strategic partnerships for social re-integration of repaired fistula clients. S/he contributes to programme formulation, implementation, evaluation, joint programming initiatives and national development frameworks, including use of appropriate monitoring and oversight mechanisms. S/he supports the country office in contributing to accelerating progress on the ICPD beyond 2014 agenda and SDGs. S/he supports the Women’s Reproductive health team in providing technical advice and support to the government and collaborates with the CO’s operations and administrative support staff.

Qualifications and Experience:

Education:

Masters degree in public health, medicine and/or other related social science field.

Knowledge and Experience:
  • 3 to 5 years of relevant experience with increasing professional experience and responsibilities at national level
  • Familiarity and knowledge of the functioning of the UN and its policies will be an added advantage
  • Knowledge of rights-centered approaches to promote Maternal Newborn Health (MNH)
  • Working experience in policy analysis, and advocacy for women’s health and empowerment in the context of sustainable development; and working experience in communication and advocacy
  • Demonstrated experience in programme/project planning, design, follow up, monitoring and evaluation
  • Computer skills: Proficiency in current office software applications.
  • Short-listed candidates may be required to successfully complete a UNFPA position related test.
Languages:
  • Fluency in written and spoken English; knowledge of another UN language is an advantage.

Required Competencies:

Values:
  • Exemplifying Integrity
  • Demonstrating commitment to UNFPA and the UN System
  • Embracing diversity
  • Embracing change
Core Competencies:
  • Achieving results
  • Being accountable
  • Developing and applying professional expertise
  • Thinking analytically and strategically
  • Working in teams/managing ourselves and our relationships
  • Communicating for impact
Managerial Competencies:
  • Providing strategic focus
  • Engaging internal/external partners and stakeholders
  • Leading, developing and empowering people/ creating a culture of performance
  • Making decision and exercising judgment
Functional Skill Set:
  • 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

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