UNFPA Programme Specialist Jobs 2023 – South Sudan NGO Jobs.
UNFPA South Sudan looking for “Programme Specialist”.
Applicants with a Master’s Degree may apply on or before 23rd May 2023.
The United Nations Population Fund (UNFPA), formerly the United Nations Fund for Population Activities, is a UN agency aimed at improving reproductive and maternal health worldwide. Its work includes developing national healthcare strategies and protocols, increasing access to birth control, and leading campaigns against child marriage, gender-based violence, obstetric fistula, and female genital mutilation.
UNFPA Programme Specialist Jobs 2023
The UNFPA has published a job vacancy announcement on 09th May 2023 for qualified South Sudanese to fill in the vacant post of Programme Specialist to be based in Juba, South Sudan.
| Recruiter | United Nations Population Fund (UNFPA) |
| Position | Programme Specialist |
| Location | Juba, South Sudan |
| Country | South Sudan |
| Total Vacant Post | N/A |
| Qualification | Master’s Degree |
| Experience Required | Minimum 05 years |
| Application Deadline | 23rd May 2023 |
UNFPA Job Vacancy 2023
Job Purpose: UNFPA South Sudan wants to show leadership in some areas including HIV/AIDS and Adolescents and Youth. This is related to the poor adolescent sexual and reproductive health. The median age of sexual debut is 14 years and while adult HIV prevalence rate is 2.5 per cent, 30 per cent of new HIV infections occur amongst persons aged 15-24 years, with women and girls constituting 64 per cent. Young people and other key populations, particularly sex workers, have poor access to integrated sexual and reproductive services and information, including comprehensive sexuality education for both in and out-of-school adolescents and youth. The youth programme in the CO thus needs a comprehensive and strategic response. The Programme Specialist, Youth will contribute in improving access to ASRH services and information including contraception, comprehensive sexuality education (including using technology and social media), community outreach strategies targeting parents, teachers and community members, identifying the needs of specific target groups such as very young adolescents (10-14 years), young mothers, and vulnerable girls. S/he will also support ASRH-HIV related advocacy and policy dialogue as well as contribute to resource mobilization for ASRH initiatives.
Eligibility Criteria
Education:
- Advanced (Masters) Degree in development studies, youth development, political sciences, social policy, public health, social mobilization, business administration, international relations or other related fields required
Knowledge and Experience:
- Minimum 5 years of relevant experience in administration, accounting, finance, or related fields is required.
- Excellent interpersonal, communication, negotiation, and managerial skills required. Self-starter, proactive, passion for the issues.
- Proven ability to develop and implement effective resource mobilization strategies and campaigns.
- Excellent written and oral communications and editing skills both in English and Arabic;
- Experience in the usage of computers and office software packages (MS Word, Excel, etc.) and knowledge of spreadsheet and database packages, experience in handling of web based management systems
- A thorough understanding of the UN system in general, and especially UNFPA mandate, its policies and operations and current development topics and political issues in South Sudan will be an added advantage
- Demonstrated ability to work in a team
Languages:
- Fluency in oral and written English is required. Knowledge of Arabic is an added advantage. Working knowledge of another UN Official Language, an asset.
Other Details
- Job Identification: 10302
- Contract Duration: 1 Year with Possibility for extension
- Vacancy Type: Fixed Term
- Job Schedule: Full time
- Selection Process: Interview
- Salary: Negotiable
- Application Process: Online
How to Apply UNFPA Programme Specialist Jobs 2023
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The Closing Date: 23rd May 2023
Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted for interviews.
| Particulars | Details Link |
| Job Advertisement | Download |
| Official Website | www.unfpa.org |
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