UNFPA Volunteer Gender, Human Rights & Inclusion Branch, Programme Division
Organizational Context
UNFPA is the lead United Nations agency dedicated to delivering a world where every pregnancy is intended, every childbirth is safe, and every young person's potential is fulfilled. This role sits within the Gender, Human Rights & Inclusion Branch of the Programme Division, reporting to the Gender Advisor. The position supports the Gender Equality team in programme management, partnership tracking, knowledge management, and advocacy, contributing to UNFPA's mandate of achieving the ICPD Programme of Action and Sustainable Development Goals.
Job Purpose
The UNFPA Volunteer will support the Gender Equality team in critical areas including programme management, partnership tracking, knowledge management, and Gender Equality and Empowerment of Women (GEWE) advocacy. This role involves assisting in programme implementation and international cooperation efforts. A work plan will be established to outline achievements, and regular progress meetings will foster skill development and capacity building aligned with UNFPA's mandate. The position contributes to UNFPA's overarching mission to end unmet needs for family planning, preventable maternal deaths, gender-based violence, and harmful practices, while adapting to demographic changes through evidence-based policies.
Responsibilities
The role involves providing research and policy support by assisting with background research, literature synthesis, and drafting policy briefs, concept notes, and knowledge products on gender equality, GBV, social norms, and youth engagement. The volunteer will coordinate capacity development activities, including planning and documenting learning webinars and workshops. Support will be provided for global advocacy campaigns and high-level events. Responsibilities also include tracking partnerships and inter-agency working groups, maintaining knowledge management systems, and supporting multi-partner programme implementation, monitoring, and donor reporting. Additionally, the volunteer will assist in developing GEWE advocacy plans and identifying resource mobilization opportunities.
Work Experience
Over 10 years of experience in programme implementation and management across various regions. Direct experience working with UN agencies on joint programmes, inter-agency working groups, and UN procedures is required. Experience in supporting specialized working groups is also necessary.
Skills
Strong analytical and writing skills. Strong communication skills. Initiative, sound judgment, and the ability to work harmoniously in a multicultural setting. Fluency in English is required; knowledge of other languages is an asset.