Violence Against Women Data and Knowledge Management Specialist

Organizational Context

UNFPA, the United Nations Population Fund, is the lead UN agency dedicated to a world where every pregnancy is wanted, every birth is safe, and every young person's potential is fulfilled. Operating in approximately 150 countries, UNFPA acts as a catalyst for progress. The Asia-Pacific region faces high rates of violence against women (VAW). To address persistent gaps in data literacy, utilization, and integration, UNFPA APRO, in partnership with DFAT, is launching the kNOwVAWdata initiative's third phase, focusing on building comprehensive VAW data ecosystems and driving policy impact.

Job Purpose

This role supports the kNOwVAWdata initiative, Phase III, aimed at bridging gaps in VAW data literacy, utilization, and integration across the Asia-Pacific region. The specialist will contribute to building comprehensive VAW data ecosystems and ensuring robust data utilization for policy and programming impact. Key contributions include managing regional knowledge hubs, facilitating peer learning, ensuring high-quality reporting, and nurturing the kNOwVAWdata network. The initiative operates across four pillars: Strengthening Capacity and Networks, Building Integrated Data Systems, Advancing Measurement, and Strategic Partnerships. The specialist will play a vital role in the Regional Gender-Based Violence and Harmful Practices team, leading efforts in data and research knowledge management, donor reporting, and fostering a vibrant Community of Practice.

Responsibilities

The Violence Against Women Data and Knowledge Management Specialist will manage regional knowledge hubs, facilitate peer learning, ensure high-quality reporting, and nurture the kNOwVAWdata network under the oversight of UNFPA APRO's Technical Lead on VAW Data and Research and the Regional GBV Advisor. Key responsibilities include leading the migration of community platforms to a modernized environment, overseeing the updating and maintenance of resources, and executing a strategy for the Community of Practice's long-term sustainability. The specialist will moderate online forums for technical working groups on emerging issues like technology-facilitated GBV and disability inclusion. They will plan, organize, and document regional learning webinars and peer exchanges. Additionally, the role involves leading the drafting and review of donor reports for DFAT and other committees, researching and writing impact stories, and supporting the documentation and dissemination of lessons learned from VAW prevalence surveys and data system changes. The role also encourages integrating the UN Volunteers programme mandate and promoting voluntary action.

Work Experience

Requires a minimum of 5 years of specialized experience, preferably in an international context, in areas such as international development programming, donor reporting, strategic communications, or knowledge management. Prior experience within the UN system, particularly on gender equality, gender-based violence, or demographic statistics in the Asia-Pacific region, is highly desirable. Experience in setting up and moderating online communities of practice or knowledge portals is also desirable. Fluency in English is required, with excellent writing and editorial skills.

Skills

Professionalism, integrity, teamwork, respect for diversity, planning and organizing, and strong communication skills are essential. Specific competencies include understanding UNFPA operations, discretion, political sensitivity, diplomacy, resourcefulness, and client orientation. The role requires effective collaboration across diverse cultural environments, managing relationships with stakeholders, and the ability to synthesize complex data into accessible prose. Genuine commitment to voluntary engagement principles, UNFPA's mission, and UN Core Values is necessary. Additional desirable skills include proficiency in web content management systems and basic design software.

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