Job Identification: 13710
Vacancy Type: Individual Consultancy
Job Category: Management
Locations: Kathmandu, Nepal
Job Schedule: Full time
Contract Duration: 11 months
Education & Work Experience: Master's Degree - 2 year(s) experience
Apply Before: 09/24/2023, 05:30 PM

Purpose of consultancy

The purpose of this consultancy is to provide comprehensive programme coordination and support to senior management. As the country office embarks on expanding programme interventions nationwide, this role becomes pivotal. The expansion is made possible through augmented and sustained financial backing from development partners including Norway, Switzerland, the Republic of Korea, and the European Union, and pipeline fundings.
The consultant will play a crucial role in ensuring the seamless coordination and efficient execution of programs in line with the strategic goals of the organization. The multifaceted nature of this role will require collaboration with thematic leads, project teams, and various stakeholders, facilitating the successful implementation of projects across diverse geographical areas.

Required expertise, qualifications and competencies, including language requirements:

Education

Advanced university degree in a relevant discipline including public health, development studies, demography, international relations, or social science fields is required.

Knowledge and Experience

• At least 2 years of experience in the fields of programme management, development cooperation or public health is required.
• Prior experience in working in developing countries is desirable.
• A good understanding of the UN system in general, and especially UNFPA mandate, policies, and operations, is desirable.
• Prior experience of work in the relevant fields of UNFPA mandate, including sexual & reproductive health and rights, youth/adolescents, gender, and population data, is an asset.
• Demonstrated analytical, planning, and negotiation skills are required.
• Demonstrated excellent communication skills, in terms of both written and oral, are required.

Languages:

• Fluency in written and spoken English.

Disclaimer
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How to apply

Full job description of the position can be accessed via link UNFPA External Career Site and only online applications using this link will be accepted.

Notice: There is no application, processing, or other fee at any stage of the application process. UNFPA does not solicit or screen for information in respect of HIV or AIDS and does not discriminate on the basis of          HIV/AIDS status. UNFPA provides a work environment that reflects the values of gender equality, teamwork, embracing diversity in all its forms, integrity and a healthy balance of work and life. We are committed to maintaining our balanced gender distribution and therefore encourage women to apply. UNFPA promotes equal opportunities for all, including people from minority groups, persons with disabilities and LGBTQIA+ communities.

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