Programme Analyst, Home-Based, International Partner Personnel Service Agreement (I PPSA-8)
Organizational Context
UN Women, through its Policy, Programme, and Intergovernmental Division (PPID), supports gender equality and women's empowerment. The Peace, Security and Resilience Section (PS&R) hosts the Elsie Initiative Fund (EIF) for Uniformed Women in Peace Operations. The EIF aims to increase women's meaningful participation in UN peace operations by providing financial assistance to Troop and Police Contributing Countries and supporting UN projects. This role supports the EIF's objectives.
Job Purpose
The Programme Analyst provides essential programme support for the effective implementation of the Elsie Initiative Fund (EIF). Reporting to the Fund Manager, this role contributes to programme delivery by offering close guidance to personnel on financial procedures, donor reporting, and operational requirements. The Analyst supports the EIF Programme by analyzing results, ensuring appropriate application of systems and procedures, and collaborating with internal teams, donors, and fund recipients to ensure successful programme execution and achievement of gender parity goals in peace operations.
Responsibilities
Provide technical support for the implementation and management of the Elsie Initiative Fund (EIF) Programme, including analytical inputs to work plans and budgets, monitoring budget implementation, and reviewing project budgets for compliance and alignment. Offer guidance to project focal points on operational and financial requirements, liaise with UN Women finance teams, and support project closure processes. Deliver technical assistance and capacity development to fund recipients on budget preparation and financial reporting, identifying and addressing capacity gaps, and documenting lessons learned. Coordinate with stakeholders, including the Multi-Partner Trust Fund Office (MPTFO), on fund disbursements, reporting timelines, and project extensions. Review fund recipients’ financial reports for accuracy and completeness, support financial reporting processes, and liaise with recipients to resolve discrepancies. Provide operational support to the EIF Secretariat on matters such as procurement, HR, travel, and event coordination, and support knowledge management initiatives.
Work Experience
Requires at least one year of relevant experience in development programme/project implementation, coordination, and/or financial/operations management. Proficiency in office software and web-based management systems is essential. Experience with Oracle Cloud ERP, UN financial management, UN peace operations, and liaising with government/UN agencies is highly desirable.
Skills
Programme implementation and coordination, Financial management and reporting, Budget analysis, Operational support, Capacity development, Stakeholder engagement, Knowledge management, Analytical skills, Attention to detail, Understanding of UN operational policies and procedures.