National Consultant: Programme Analyst RMI

The Position:

The position is expected to support close engagement with the Government line ministries, academic and research institutions, relevant civil society organizations and CBOs, the local bilateral partners in country and international development agencies to ensure effective Programme implementation as per the agreed strategic direction and work plan timeframe. The Consultant will perform an active role in contributing quality support and effective management to the sub-regional office team and UNFPA activities within delegated authority

The consultant will report to the Assistant Representative in the FSM. Consultancy payment will be on a monthly schedule, submitted by the 30th day of every month based on approved monthly reports.

How you can make a difference:

UNFPA is the lead UN agency for delivering a world where every pregnancy is wanted, every childbirth is safe and every young person's potential is fulfilled. UNFPA’s global Strategic Plan (2026-2029) focuses on four interconnected outcomes: (a) Accelerating progress on meeting the unmet need for family planning; (b) Accelerating progress on ending preventable maternal deaths; (c) Accelerating progress on ending gender-based violence and harmful practices; and (d) Adapting to demographic change through evidence and rights-based policies. These results capture UNFPA’s strategic commitments on accelerating progress towards realizing the 1994 International Conference on Population and Development (ICPD) Programme of Action in the last Decade of Action to achieve Agenda 2030 including the SDGs. UNFPA Strategic Plan calls upon UN Member States, organizations, and individuals to “build forward better”, while addressing the negative impacts of health pandemics and climate crises on women’s and young people’s access to sexual and reproductive health (SRH) and reproductive rights, recover lost gains and realize our goals. In a world where fundamental human rights are at risk, we need principled and ethical staff, who embody these international norms and standards, and who will defend them courageously and with full conviction.

UNFPA is seeking candidates that transform, inspire and deliver high impact and sustained results; we need staff who are transparent, exceptional in how they manage the resources entrusted to them and who commit to deliver excellence in Programme results. UNFPA is seeking candidates that transform, inspire and deliver high impact and sustained results; we need staff who are transparent, exceptional in how they manage the resources entrusted to them and who commit to deliver excellence in Programme results.

Job Purpose:

The Consultant will support the implementation of interventions funded through the Transformative Agenda at the national and sub-national levels and to ensure that the agreed strategic interventions are implemented in the context of the 2030 Agenda, ICPD Programme of Action and UNFPA Strategic Plan at the global level, the UN Pacific Strategy, UNFPA multi-country Programme at the regional level, and the national development agenda of the host country.

With support from UNFPA country team, Assistant Representative, Micronesia, technical advisors and regional partners, contribute towards technical & program management support for the quality development, implementation, monitoring and reporting of RMI Programme, including:

You would be responsible for:

Programme Development and Implementation

• Assist the Sub Regional Office (SRO) in the development and implementation of Programme delivery in the duty station and provide in-country support in its operation activities;
• Contribute to continuous monitoring and follow-up of all activities within the area of geographical/thematic responsibility, finalizing queries, questionnaires and summarize reports;
• Support monitoring the implementation of tasks assigned to the country offices within the area of geographical responsibility and provide overall support to the office, participate in in-house reviews and meetings and contribute to the preparation of inputs to periodic and annual reports;
• Support provision of quality inputs to reporting under designated areas, support implementing partners to develop quality workplan progress reports, contribute quality inputs to other UNFPA and donor reporting
• Support the monitoring of project expenditures and disbursements to ensure delivery is in line with approved budgets, targeted delivery levels are realized, assist with the identification of operational and financial problems, and develop solutions;
• Assist with coordination of quarterly meetings with implementing partners to support and closely monitor implementation, carry out monitoring missions to ensure Programme quality
• Support training needs of counterparts by establishing collaborative relationships with executing agencies, consultants, experts, government counterparts and other UN agencies aimed at improving their capacity to plan, deliver and evaluate programmed in area of UNFPA’s mandate;
• Contribute to monitoring and reporting on reproductive health commodity security support and requirements, in RMI in close cooperation with the SRO; • Assist in the preparation of national and regional events within the area of geographical and thematic responsibility;
• Provide clarifications to implementing partners and UNFPA Programme finance staff on application of operational guidelines ensuring quality and compliance with procedures and requirements;
• Support drafting background project papers/briefing documents, proposals, statements, talking points and reports on the Programme and operational issues related to the operations of the geographical desk; contribute to their review, collate and provide feedback in close consultation with SRO;
• Analyze, appraise and review incoming documents, correspondence to ensure quality and relevance of subject and themes; • Liaise between the country presence office and other offices of UNFPA and UN sister agencies to obtain relevant info

Knowledge Management

• Support management of the initiatives undertaken by UNFPA, in conjunction with partners and agencies to improve the capacity to deliver support on population and reproductive health-related issues in RMI;
• Contribute to synthesis and sharing of best practices and lessons learned from implementing partners and UNFPA policy and programming experience;
• Contribute to the development of communications products and materials highlighting UNFPA and the Transformative Agenda Programme results
• Serve as Focal Point for particular thematic areas and keep abreast of new policy developments, best practices, strategies, national plans and development frameworks; Support the analysis and interpretation of the political, social and economic environment relevant to UNFPA mandate and identify opportunities for UNFPA’s involvement with capacity strengthening and appropriate intervention;
• Coordinate and maintain close communication with all organizational units on issues and activities related to the particular thematic area, including organization of trainings; Support policy development in collaboration with Governments and other strategic partners

Partnerships and Resource Mobilization

• Support the development of partnerships with sister UN Agencies, government institutions, bi-lateral and multi-lateral donors, private sector, civil society based on strategic goals of UNFPA, country needs and donors’ priorities;
• Contribute to analysis and research information on donors, identify opportunities for initiation of new projects, actively contribute to the overall office effort in resource mobilization.
• Support and work effectively in coalitions, networks ensuring the quality of Programme/project design and incorporating lessons learned;
• Provide day-to-day support to the country offices and sub-regional office management needs and
• Perform other duties assigned related to the Programme support, the promotion of knowledge exchange and further strengthening of relations between UNFPA and its counterparts.

Carry out any other duties as may be required by UNFPA Senior Management.

Qualifications and Experience:

Education:

An Undergraduate University Degree (Bachelors) in Management, International Development, Sociology, Economics, Demography, International Relations, Public Administration, Public Health, Medicine or related field is required.

Knowledge and Experience:

• Minimum of four (4) years of progressive responsible professional experience in a Programme and national capacity development environment and/or international development is required.
• With a master’s degree, 2 years of relevant work experience and with a license, 3 years of relevant work experience may be considered.
• Experience in advocacy and knowledge management in the duty station and in international cooperation.
• Proven track record of teamwork and ability to coordinate inter-agency collaboration;
• Sound knowledge of the social and cultural realities of the region and skills in interpersonal and cultural relationships.
• Strong research and analytical skills with field experience is an asset
• Substantive knowledge and practical experience in population, reproductive and sexual health programming is strongly desired.
• Computer Literacy: Knowledge of MS Office packages and the Internet.
• Previous experience with UN is an asset

Languages:

• Fluency in English and the national language is a must

Skills:

• Strong interpersonal skills.
• Strong coordination, organizational & programming skills and ability to work in diverse teams.

Required Competencies:

Values:

• Exemplifying integrity,
• Demonstrating commitment to UNFPA and the UN system,
• Embracing cultural diversity,
• Embracing change

Core Competencies:

• Achieving results,
• Being accountable,
• Developing and applying professional expertise/business acumen,
• Thinking analytically and strategically,
• Working in teams/managing ourselves and our relationships,

Compensation and Benefits:

Consultancy payment will be on a monthly schedule, submitted by the 30th day of every month based on approved monthly reports

UNFPA Work Environment:

UNFPA provides a work environment that reflects the values of gender equality, diversity, integrity and healthy work-life balance. We are committed to ensuring gender parity in the organization and therefore encourage women to apply. Individuals from the LGBTQIA+ community, minority ethnic groups, indigenous populations, persons with disabilities, and other underrepresented groups are highly encouraged to apply. Reasonable accommodation may be provided to applicants with disabilities upon request, to support their participation in the recruitment process. UNFPA promotes equal opportunities in terms of appointment, training, compensation and selection for all regardless of personal characteristics and dimensions of diversity. Diversity, Equity and Inclusion is at the heart of UNFPA's workforce - click here to learn more.

Disclaimer:

Selection and appointment may be subject to background and reference checks, medical clearance, visa issuance and other administrative requirements.

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