Programme Analyst

Job Title: Programme Analyst

Organization: United Nations Volunteers (UNV)

Host entity: UN Women

Assignment country: Senegal

Expected start date: 01/02/2024

Sustainable Development Goal: 5. Gender equality

Volunteer category: International UN Youth Volunteer

Type: Onsite

Duration: 12 months

Number of assignments: 1

Duty stations: Dakar

Details

Mission and objectives

UN Women is the global champion for gender equality, working to develop and uphold standards and create an environment in which every woman and girl can exercise her human rights and live up to her full potential. We are trusted partners for advocates and decision-makers from all walks of life, and a leader in the effort to achieve gender equality.

Context

The Governance, Leadership, Participation program manager leads these projects: - The joint project (UNFPA, UNDP, UN WOMEN, UNICEF) of territorialization of the SDGs in Fass Commune. The goal of this program is to improve the human security of adolescents, youth and vulnerable women in the commune of Gueule Tapée-Fass- Colobane in order to capture the demographic dividend through the diversification of economic opportunities, better access to and use of quality basic social services that take into account gender equality in terms of literacy and reproductive health, as well as the establishment of a local governance system that adheres to the human security approach in order to take care of the needs of the population in an integrated and sustainable manner. - The project “building capacities for promoting the presence and leadership of women within public institutions at national and local levels” is implemented by the UN Department of Economic and Social Affairs through its Division for Public Institutions and Digital Government (UN DESA/DPIDG). The project aims to support the development of action plans that prioritize gender equality and promote women’s career progression toward leadership positions in the public sector at national and local levels in Mauritius, Senegal, Bhutan, and the Lao People’s Democratic Republic. Project implementing partners include the UN Economic Commission for Africa (ECA), UN Economic and Social Commission for Asia and the Pacific (ESCAP), UNCTs in respective countries, the UN Development Programme (UNDP), and UN Women. The African Girls Can Code (AGCCI) initiative was commissioned by UN Women and the African Union Commission (AUC) in collaboration with the International Telecommunica-tions Union (ITU). The African Union Commission (AUC), through the Department of Social Affairs, now known as the AU Department of Health, Humanitarian Affairs and Social Development; the Division of Women, Gender and Youth; and the Department of Human Resources, Science and Technology, now known as Education, Science, Technology and Innovation, is providing technical support for this initiative, which aims to train and empower a minimum of 2,000 girls aged 17 to 25 across Africa to become computer programmers, designers, and developers, putting them on a path to studies and careers in the information, communication, and technology (ICT), education, and coding sectors. The initiative is built around two key strategies: coding camps and the integration of ICT, coding, and gender into national curricula. In addition, it encourages the implementation of national media campaigns involving role models (e.g., women in ICT, female teachers in schools) and uses an online platform to improve networking among girls, trainers, and mentors. The capacity building of women elected to the National Assembly and local governments. - The unit also supports capacity building for women elected at the national level (national assembly) and at the local level. UNV will assist the Program Officer in the conduct of project activities. Support the office in implementation and monitoring of projects activities related to Governance Women Leadership and Political Participation, (e.g., preparation of trainings, workshops, awareness-raising, meetings, or advocacy actions, and in organizing related events/activities, drafting terms of reference letters, web articles, meeting minutes or any other related document.

Task description

-Support the office in the implementation and monitoring of project activities related to governance, women's leadership, and political participation (e.g., preparation of trainings, workshops, awareness raising, meetings or advocacy actions, and organization of related events/activities, articles, meeting minutes or any other documents. - Provide administrative support to the office in the use of UN Women online tools to ensure proper monitoring of projects and activities of the Governance, Women's Leadership and Political Participation component. - Support the office in the management and monitoring of partners. - Provide administrative and financial support. - Process incoming and outgoing letters and correspondence. - Assist in the review of supporting documentation for consultant fees. - Create vendors for meeting participants, vendors, and implementing partners. - The UNV will perform any other duties as may be assigned by the supervisor.

Eligibility criteria

Age

18 - 26

Additional eligibility criteria

This assignment is funded by the Government of the Republic of Ireland and therefore specific criteria apply: - Only the following are eligible to apply: Irish citizens or a European Economic Area nationals with an unrestricted right to reside in Ireland or have a declaration of refugee status from the Minister for Justice and Law Reform.

Nationality

Candidate must be a national of a country other than the country of assignment.

Donor priorities

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Requirements

Required experience

1 years of experience in volunteerism and/or experience of another culture, (i.e. studies, volunteer work, internship) would be highly regarded (acceptable range of experience is between 0 and 3 years); • Full proficiency in Microsoft applications, particularly Word, and other relevant software and digital skills. • Broad knowledge of the UN system (including UN Women) is highly desirable • Strategic planning, needs assessment, monitoring and evaluation of development pro-jects, with a focus on gender. • Capacity building and gender training • Knowledge of women's governance, leadership and political participation; preservation of women's rights.

Area(s) of expertise

Communication, Development programmes, Administration

Driving license

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Languages

English, Level: Fluent, Required French, Level: Working knowledge, Desirable

Required education level

Bachelor degree or equivalent in Political studies, development studies, politics, gender/women studies, or other relevant subjects such as project management.

Competencies and values

☒ Accountability ☒ Adaptability and Flexibility ☒ Building Trust ☒ Commitment and Motivation ☒ Commitment to Continuous Learning ☒ Communication ☒ Creativity ☒ Ethics and Values ☒ Integrity ☒ Knowledge Sharing ☒ Professionalism ☒ Respect for Diversity ☒ Self-Management ☒ Working in Teams

Other information

Living conditions and remarks

Senegal is a country where hospitality is a true national motto. The population is young, dynamic and tolerant. The climate is pleasant and the sun shines all year round. The country offers an ideal living environment for self-fulfillment, work and good business. Senegalese people are not only friendly to each other, but also warm and welcoming to foreigners. For example, they will always be willing to discuss and share their knowledge of local culture, traditions, and cuisine.

Inclusivity statement

United Nations Volunteers is an equal opportunity programme that welcomes applications from qualified professionals. We are committed to achieving diversity in terms of gender, care protected characteristics. As part of their adherence to the values of UNV, all UN Volunteers commit themselves to combat any form of discrimination, and to promoting respect for human rights and individual dignity, without distinction of a person’s race, sex, gender identity, religion, nationality, ethnic origin, sexual orientation, disability, pregnancy, age, language, social origin or other status.

Note on Covid-19 vaccination requirements

Selected candidates for certain occupational groups may be subject to inoculation (vaccination) requirements, including against SARS-CoV-2 (Covid-19) in line with the applicable host entity policy

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