Programme Analyst (Innovation and Enterpreneurship), NPPSA-9
Organizational Context
UN Women in Costa Rica focuses on advancing women's economic and political empowerment, ending violence against women, and promoting women, peace, and security. The Country Office prioritizes women's economic empowerment through entrepreneurship, innovation, and digital/financial inclusion, particularly via the SDG Fund Joint Programme. This programme aims to strengthen a gender-responsive local innovation and development ecosystem to expand women's access to decent work and investment opportunities.
Job Purpose
Reporting to the Programme Coordinator, the Programme Analyst (Innovation and Entrepreneurship) contributes to effective UN Women programme management in Costa Rica. This role involves providing substantive input to programme design, formulation, implementation, and evaluation, with a focus on coordinating innovation and entrepreneurship processes to achieve expected results. The analyst will guide programme delivery by managing relationships with national partners and stakeholders, monitoring progress, and ensuring the appropriate application of systems and procedures. Collaboration with the programme and operations team, UN Women HQ, government officials, donors, and civil society is crucial for successful portfolio implementation.
Responsibilities
The Programme Analyst will contribute technically to the development of innovation and entrepreneurship strategies, providing inputs for programme/project proposals and identifying areas for intervention. They will offer substantive technical support for programme implementation, including contributing to work plans and budgets, coordinating with national partners, and leading proposal review processes. The role involves providing technical assistance and capacity development to partners through training and mentoring, and developing technical knowledge products. Monitoring programme progress using results-based management tools, drafting reports, and providing inputs for donor reports are key duties. Additionally, the analyst will manage programme finances, contribute to partnership and resource mobilization strategies, and support inter-agency coordination on innovation and entrepreneurship initiatives.
Work Experience
Requires at least two years of progressive experience in development programme implementation, coordination, monitoring, evaluation, donor reporting, and capacity building. Experience supporting entrepreneurs, particularly women-led businesses, is essential. Proficiency in computer and office software, including web-based management systems, is also required. Experience in innovation management, liaising with government/donors, and using ERP systems like Oracle Cloud is desirable.
Skills
Programme formulation, implementation, monitoring, and evaluation; Results-Based Management; Data gathering and interpretation; Analytical skills; Knowledge of innovation and entrepreneurship; Fundraising analysis; Communication; Collaboration; Stakeholder engagement; Leadership.