The Position:
Project Assistant will provide programmatic support to the UN JP for Gender Equality in compliance with all relevant UNFPA Policies, Procedures, Rules and Regulations.
You will report to Program Analyst/Gender, UN JP for Gender Equality.
How you can make a difference:
The United Nations Joint Programme for Gender Equality in Georgia Phase III (UNJP or the programme), funded by the Government of Sweden through the Swedish International Development Cooperation Agency (Sida), is implemented jointly by the United Nations Development Programme (UNDP), the United Nations Entity for Gender Equality and the Empowerment of Women (UN Women), and the United Nations Population Fund (UNFPA) โ jointly, these entities are referred to as the Participating UN Organizations (PUNOs).
The current phase (Phase III) is a continuation, building on the modality, results and implementation mechanisms of Phase II, which ran from 2016-2022. Phase II had a final evaluation that concluded it was largely successful and noted that there was greater opportunity for impact through joint activities including advocacy and training. Phase III began on 1 July 2022 and will end on 30 December 2026.
The overall goal of Phase III of the programme is to promote gender equality and womenโs empowerment by means of strengthening capacities of government at both central and local levels and across the executive, legislative and judicial branches, engaging civil society and raising public awareness about gender equality.
There are three outcomes:
โย ย ย ย Enhanced womenโs political and economic empowerment (the work under this outcome is led by UNDP)
โย ย ย ย Enabling environment to eliminate violence against women and girls, especially sexual and domestic violence, created in Georgia (the work under this outcome is led by UN Women)
โย ย ย ย Advanced gender equality and reproductive rights, including for the most vulnerable women, adolescents, and youth (the work under this outcome is led by UNFPA)
The programme takes a holistic approach with three interrelated levels (national, local and grassroots) and multi-tiered programming based on policy advice, strengthening national systems and strengthening public advocacy.ย
The target population of the programme is: society at large, women, men and youth and especially excluded groups of women such as IDPs and conflict affected populations, ethnic and religious minorities, female-headed households, victims/survivors of gender-based violence (GBV).ย
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Job Purpose:
You would be responsible for:
Program Implementation Support:ย
In collaboration with relevant counterparts, contributes to the implementation of the programmatic activities as outlined by the Programme Document and assigned by the Programme Analyst. Assists Program Analyst/Gender to identify opportunities for UNFPAโs assistance and intervention. Contributes to preparation of relevant reports, documentation, i.e. project summaries, conference papers, speeches, agendas, concept notes, and participating in donor meetings and public information events. Participates in field visits, review meetings and evaluation missions to monitor progress as instructed by the Program Analyst/Gender. Tracks project activities implemented under UNFPAโs component within UNJP against annual work plans, ย flags delays and challenges to the supervisor. Implements other activities as reasonably assigned by the Program Analyst/Gender for the implementation of the UN Joint Program for Gender Equality.Administrative Support:ย
Supports to the Administrative/Finance Associate, when necessary, as assigned by the Program Analyst to ensure the smooth implementation of the project. Including backstopping support, as necessary during official leaves.ย Supports with the organization of programmatic events like trainings, seminars, workshops, conferences, etc. with focus on content and objectives. The logistical, financial, and procurement aspects of these activities will be handled by the Administrative/Finance Associate, with the Project Assistant providing the necessary programmatic inputs. Assists Program Analyst/Gender in capacity building and strategic direction to implementing partners to enhance program quality and alignment with UNFPA Rules and Regulations.ย Perform other duties, as required.ยย
Qualifications and Experience:ย
Education:ย ย
Bachelorโs Degree in Social Sciences, Public Policy Administration, Law, Education, Gender Studies.ยKnowledge and Experience:ย
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Languages:ย
Fluency in written and spoken Georgian and EnglishRequired Competencies:ย
Values:
Exemplifying integrity,ย Demonstrating commitment to UNFPA and the UN system,ย Embracing cultural diversity,ย Embracing changeCore Competencies:ย
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 impactFunctional Competencies:
Advocacy/ Advancing a policy-oriented agenda Leveraging the resources of national governments and partners/ building strategic alliances and partnerships Delivering results-based programmesย
Compensation and Benefits:
This position offers an attractive remuneration package including leave days, health insurance and additional remuneration for pensions and social security obligations.
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. 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 hereย to learn more.
If you need any reasonable accommodation to support your participation in the recruitment and selection process, please include this information in your application.
UNFPA has a zero-tolerance policy on conduct that is incompatible with the aims and objectives of the United Nations and UNFPA, including sexual exploitation and abuse, sexual harassment, abuse of authority and discrimination. ย All selected candidates will be expected to adhere to UNFPAโs policies and procedures and the standards of conduct expected of UNFPA personnel and will therefore undergo rigorous reference and background checks. (Background checks will include the verification of academic credential(s) and employment history. Selected candidates may be required to provide additional information to conduct a background check).
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Disclaimer:
Selection and engagement of LSC personnel may be subject to medical clearance and other administrative requirements.ย
UNFPA does not charge any application, processing, training, interviewing, testing or other fee in connection with the application or selection process and does not concern itself with information on applicants' bank accounts.ย
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