Type of Contract: Individual Contract Post Level: International Consultant Duration of Initial Contract: 11 months with possibility of extension Job Description
The Programme Analyst, Coordination/Humanitarian will provide strong coordination support as well as programme development and implementation, strategic analysis and results-based planning in both development and humanitarian contexts.
He/she will also will also paly a resource mobilization role.
The Programme Analyst, Coordination/Humanitarian will directly report to the Head of the Kaduna Decentralized Office and will work in close collaboration with the Deputy Representative.
Duties and Responsibilities
The Programme Analyst, Coordination/Humanitarian will have the following duties and responsibilities:
Monitor and evaluate overall progress on achievement of results on UNFPA humanitarian and development programming areas, including on RH, GBV, and data for development.
Support the preparation and oversee implementation of the UN joint work plan, including implementation of the UN Development Assistance Framework (UNDAF), in Gombe.
Support Government and NGO partners on the design, planning and implementation of principled humanitarian action in line with UNFPA mandate and humanitarian strategy, and international frameworks.
Participate and support the preparations for forums and events on issues related to UNFPA work plan and UN joint activities.
Participate actively in the Inter-agency management of
Assist in the development of innovative funding and resource mobilization strategies, including proposal writing.
Regularly monitor emerging developments and analyze impact on the humanitarian and development needs of the State.
Communicate and share the findings and recommendations of field visits with head of Kaduna Decentralized Office, UNFPA Representative, Deputy Representative, and the Humanitarian Coordination Team, and monitor implementation of recommendations.
Prepare situation reports and contribute to analytical reports, background papers, case studies, presentations, etc. highlighting social, political, economic, environmental and other relevant factors affecting the overall humanitarian situation.
Lead and participate in advocacy and training activities with partners (Government, UN, NGOs) to address RH, HIV/AIDS, GBV, protection and gender mainstreaming in humanitarian response.
Ensure regular information sharing by the Country Office through appropriate knowledge sharing networks with the humanitarian partners and by documenting the best practices and approaches implemented by the Country Office.
Represent UNFPA at different emergency-related sector meetings, task forces and other relevant fora provide timely feedback on outcomes.
Establish and maintain contacts with the relevant State Government authorities, other UN Agencies, national and international NGOs, donor organizations, State coordination structures etc.
Performs other duties as may be assigned by the Senior Management Team.
Competencies Functional Competencies:
Advocacy/Advancing a policy oriented agenda
Results-based programme development management
Innovation and marketing of new approaches
Leveraging the resources of State government and partners
Building strategic alliances and partners
Resource Mobilization
Core Competencies:
Values: Integrity/Commitment to UNFPA mandate
Knowledge sharing and continuous learning
Valuing diversity
Managing relationships: working in teams, communicating information and ideas; conflict and self-management
Working with people: Empowerment/Developing People/Performance Management
Personal Leadership and Effectiveness: Analytical and Strategic Thinking
Results Orientation/Commitment to Excellence
Appropriate and Transparent Decision Making
Required Skills and Experience The Ideal Candidate should:
Be a Nigerian National.
Have a Master’s degree in Public Health, Humanitarian Assistance, Demography and/or other related social science field.
Have a minimum of 5 years of relevant experience in public health, humanitarian affairs, emergency relief management, or other related areas.
Have hands-on experience in design, monitoring and evaluation of development projects.
Have knowledge about the UN systems would be an advantage.
Be experienced in working with government institutions, NGOs and Donor organizations.
Be familiar with issues on population, reproductive health, gender and youth.
Have a strong capability to communicate clearly and concisely in both oral and written English.
Be fluent in spoken and written Hausa.
Have ability to work efficiently under pressure.
Have excellent communication and human relation skills.
Have proficiency in current MS Office software including Word and Excel applications is mandatory.
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