UNFPA
The United Nations Population Fund, formerly the United Nations Fund for Population Activities, is a UN agency aimed at improving reproductive and maternal health worldwide. Our mission is to deliver a world where every pregnancy is wanted, every childbirth is safe and every young person's potential is fulfilled.
NATIONAL POST: Programme Analyst, Family Planning
Location: Janakpur and Dhangadhi (2 Positions)
Background Information
PLEASE NOTE THAT THIS VACANCY IS ONLY FOR NATIONALS OF NEPAL
Open Date: 3 June 2022 (Friday)
Closing Date: 23 June 2022 (Thursday) Nepal Time
Duration: One year (renewable) [i]
Duty Station: Janakpur and Dhangadhi
[i]No expectancy of renewal in accordance with UN Staff regulations 4.5
Job Purpose:
The purpose of the position is to advance the FP programme as a key strategy for improving sexual and reproductive health outcomes and safeguarding reproductive rights. S/he will manage the effective and timely implementation of the UNFPA supported family planning interventions at the provincial and local level in collaboration with the UNFPA team in Kathmandu. Currently, UNFPA is implementing FP and Reproductive Health Commodity Security (RHCS) interventions at national and sub-national level through the UNFPA Supplies Partnership Thematic Trust Fund, UNFPA’s global flagship programme on family planning. These interventions are implemented in close coordination with the Government of Nepal/Ministry of Health and Population and its respective divisions.
Main Tasks & Responsibilities
You would be responsible for:
1. Provide policy advice and technical assistance for the effective delivery and sustainability of the FP projects at the provincial and local level:
2. Promote harmonization of FP and RHCS interventions through effective coordination and communication at the provincial and local level:
3. Supervision and monitoring of the FP and RHCS programme:
Education and Experience:
Knowledge and Skills:
Languages:
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.
A full job description of the position can be accessed at https://erecruit.
Download the Step by Step Guide to Applying in the E-Recruit System of UNFPA at https://www.unfpa.org/
Notice: There is no application, processing or other fee 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.