Asociado(a) de Programas SSR Zulia

Organizational Context

The UNFPA is a United Nations agency focused on sexual and reproductive health, gender equality, and the empowerment of young people. This role supports the UNFPA Venezuela Country Office, specifically in the area of sexual and reproductive health (SSR). The position is key in driving UNFPA's leadership in humanitarian and development responses in Zulia state, ensuring access to life-saving SSR services.

Job Purpose

The Associate Programme Officer (SSR) plays a crucial role in supporting the UNFPA Venezuela Country Office's efforts in sexual and reproductive health (SSR). The primary objective is to ensure the quality of care in family planning, maternal care, and clinical management of sexual violence, with a particular focus on adolescent girls and vulnerable populations, including indigenous communities. This position is vital for advancing UNFPA's mandate of ensuring that every pregnancy is wanted, every childbirth is safe, and every young person's potential is fulfilled, contributing directly to the achievement of the Sustainable Development Goals.

Responsibilities

The Associate Programme Officer (SSR) will support the UNFPA Venezuela Country Office in sexual and reproductive health by undertaking several key tasks. This includes conducting baseline assessments and diagnostic updates on resources, personnel, infrastructure, and beneficiary needs in maternal care, contraception, and management of Sexually Transmitted Infections (STIs) and Sexual Violence. The role involves designing and planning implementation actions in coordination with partners and authorities, and managing the logistics and supply chain for medical supplies and contraceptives. Additionally, the officer will implement training plans for health personnel, support the conditioning of health centers, and facilitate community outreach for SSR awareness and services. Continuous monitoring and evaluation of activities, beneficiary reach, and inventory, along with supporting communication efforts and systematizing project experiences, are also integral parts of the role.

Work Experience

Requires at least three years of experience working in or implementing programs/projects in public health centers. Desirable experience includes humanitarian implementation, residency in Zulia state, and experience with population and development, gender, or sexual and reproductive health issues. Knowledge of the humanitarian structure and international cooperation is also advantageous.

Skills

Essential skills include excellent organization and planning, strong communication, tact, discretion, and the ability to work independently and make decisions. Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, PowerPoint, Excel) and Google Suite is required. Experience with ERP management platforms is beneficial, and knowledge of the QUANTUM system is valued. Fluency in Spanish is mandatory, with basic English knowledge being desirable.

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