Overview
The Programme Analyst on Youth analyses and assesses relevant political, social and economic trends, guiding and facilitating the delivery of UNFPA’s programmes. The role supports the effective management of UNFPA activities in the area of adolescents and youth development.
Key Responsibilities
- Contributing to the design and implementation of the country programme and its component projects.
- Ensuring appropriate monitoring and oversight mechanisms and systems are established and implemented.
- Analysing and interpreting the political, social and economic environment relevant to UNFPA activities.
- Analysing policy papers, strategy documents and national development plans.
- Assessing implications of new policy developments and strategies on programme execution.
- Establishing collaborative relationships with executing agencies, experts, government counterparts and other UN agencies.
- Assisting in implementing knowledge management strategies.
- Supporting the advocacy and resource mobilisation strategy of the CO.
Required Experience
Two years professional experience in the field of development and population activities, with experience in programme/ project management. Practical experience in design, monitoring and evaluation of development projects. Experience using office software packages and web-based management systems.
Qualifications
Advanced degree in health, education, population, youth, demography and/or other related social science discipline.
