UN Women Planning and Coordination Specialist, NPPSA-10
Organizational Context
UN Women operates in Paraguay as a programme presence, coordinating closely with the regional office and UN agencies to advance women's empowerment within the UN Cooperation Framework. The role supports the UN Resident Coordinator and UN Country Team (UNCT) on inter-agency coordination, contributing to gender dynamics analysis and inclusive engagement of women in development assistance. Approximately 30% of the time is dedicated to regional inter-agency coordination.
Job Purpose
The Programme Coordination Specialist is responsible for coordinating UN Women's normative and coordination portfolio in Paraguay, reporting to the Deputy Regional Director. This role involves managing relationships with national partners and stakeholders, providing technical support to the Regional Office, UN Resident Coordinator, and UNCT on inter-agency coordination, and contributing to joint UN planning processes. The specialist will prepare briefing materials, analyze gender dynamics, and advise on opportunities for women's inclusive engagement in UN development assistance. The role also supports strategic partnerships, resource mobilization, and advocacy efforts related to gender equality and women's economic empowerment.
Responsibilities
Key responsibilities include providing technical support to the Regional Office, UN Resident Coordinator, and UNCT on inter-agency coordination, participating in joint UN planning, and preparing briefing materials. The role involves analyzing gender dynamics and advising on women's inclusive engagement in development assistance, as well as contributing to CCA/UNDAF documents and monitoring UN Women's programme experiences. Additionally, the specialist will support strategic partnerships and resource mobilization by engaging with institutions, donors, and civil society. Advocacy and communication support for gender empowerment and women's economic empowerment initiatives, including specific campaigns, are crucial. The role also facilitates knowledge building and sharing, manages the dissemination of best practices, and oversees capacity-building exercises.
Work Experience
Requires at least 5 years of progressively responsible experience in managing complex coordination processes with UNCT members and national partners, focusing on women's empowerment. Experience in planning, coordinating, implementing, monitoring, and evaluating development programmes and projects is essential. Previous experience within the UN system is desirable.
Skills
Programme formulation, implementation, monitoring, and evaluation; Budget and finance management; Results-Based Management; Analytical reporting; Analytical skills; UN programme management systems; Awareness and Sensitivity Regarding Gender Issues; Accountability; Creative Problem Solving; Effective Communication; Inclusive Collaboration; Stakeholder Engagement; Leading by Example.