The United Nations Population Fund (UNFPA) is seeking a Programme Specialist for Gender-Based Violence (GBV) for 2025. This critical role focuses on developing and implementing strategies to prevent and respond to GBV, ensuring the protection and empowerment of vulnerable populations.
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The Programme Specialist will collaborate with governments, NGOs, and community organizations to enhance services and support systems for survivors. This position offers a unique opportunity to make a significant impact on gender equality and human rights while addressing one of the most pressing issues facing communities today. Join us in our mission to create a world where all individuals can live free from violence and discrimination.
Qualifications and Experience
Education:
Advanced University degree in Women’s or Gender Studies, Social Work, Development Studies or other social sciences or public/community health, as it relates to gender and GBV.
Knowledge and Experience:
- At least 5 years of increasingly responsible relevant professional experience in programme and project management, including large multi-sectoral projects, designing and appraising proposals and actively liaising with relevant and potential project partners;
- Strong English speaking, oral and writing skills, including proposal development and report writing for complex programmes and interventions;
- Knowledge of gender issues in development, particularly GBV prevention, response and referral pathways, including relevant international human rights standards;
- Understanding of male engagement and behavior change approaches including familiarity with SASA! strongly preferred;
- Experience in utilizing the following international tools and systems: GBV Standard Operating Procedures; GBV Information Management System; IASC GBV Guidelines; IASC Gender Handbook; GBV Minimum Standards; GBV Coordination Handbook; WHO Ethical and Safety Recommendations for Researching, Documenting and Monitoring Sexual Violence in Emergencies; the global Essential Services Package for Women and Girls;
- Demonstrated management and oversight experience with capacity to lead diverse teams, strongly preferred;
Languages:
Fluency in English and Portuguese.
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,
- Communicating for impact
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