The Position:
The SRH Program Analyst works within a state office environment, s/he will contribute to the effective implementation of UNFPA activities in the areas of sexual and reproductive health and emergency obstetric care. S/he will provide technical assistance and contribute to the development of work plans and will establish and maintain collaborative relationships with counterparts in government, implementing partners and civil society to address emerging issues, and effectively influence diverse stakeholders to contribute to achieving UNFPA’s mandate.
You will report to : Under the overall guidance of SRH program specialist, the SRH Program Analyst will report directly to the head of the Atbara office
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 strategic plan (2022-2025), reaffirms the relevance of the current strategic direction of UNFPA and focuses on three transformative results: to end preventable maternal deaths; end unmet need for family planning; and end gender-based violence and harmful practices. These results capture our strategic commitments on accelerating progress towards realizing the ICPD and SDGs in the Decade of Action leading up to 2030. Our strategic plan calls upon UN Member States, organizations and individuals to “build forward better”, while addressing the negative impacts of the Covid-19 pandemic on women’s and girls’ access to sexual and reproductive health 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.
Job Purpose:
The Sexual and Reproductive Health Program Analyst IC post is located in the Atbara, River Nile State, Sudan. S/he will work with the state office staff, government, and implementing partners to plan, implement, and monitor Sexual and Reproductive Health and Rights programs. The program analyst will contribute to the formulation, planning, and implementation of the reproductive and maternal health program, as well as joint programming initiatives and national development frameworks. S/he will be a key member of the Integrated Sexual Reproductive Health and Rights Program Unit and collaborate with the other program units (Gender, Population and Data, and Humanitarian) to ensure synergies among the units. S/he will work closely with program staff to ensure the completion of the UNFPA work plan, implementation, and reporting. The SRH Analyst will oversee the Atbara office's designated states, which currently encompass River Nile, Khartoum, North Kurdufan, West Kurdufan, South Kurdufan, and Abyei.
You would be responsible for:
You would be responsible for:
● Provide quality technical support to UNFPA implementing partners in project planning,
implementation, and monitoring or Program activities in accordance with work plans.
● Facilitate the work of consultants, advisers, and experts, establish, and maintain cooperative
relationships with government counterparts, and civil society organizations including community-based
groups, women and youth led organizations to address emerging SRHR, gender equality, adolescent
and youth SRH issues.
● Contribute to the achievement of Program results by supporting Sexual and Reproductive
Health (SRH) with a focus on Emergency Obstetric and Neonatal Care (EmONC) including men and
boys’ engagement, SRH interventions for persons with disabilities and other marginalized groups.
● Work with implementing partners to design, plan, implement, and monitor Program initiatives
related to rights-based quality SRH service delivery including adolescent and youth SRH, EmONC,
family planning, sexually transmitted infections/ HIV and management of sexual and gender-based
violence. In addition to providing technical support and capacity building when required to IPs.
● Report on the progress of SRH projects in the targeted areas.
● Contribute to the implementation of effective knowledge management strategies including the
dissemination of national guidelines, protocols and Information Educations and Communication (IEC)
materials for improved RH and family planning service delivery.
● Work with Country Office staff to apply UNFPA business processes for management of
implementing partners working in SRH including planning, monitoring, and reporting on Programs and
results.
● Monitors SRH UNFPA Program and financial implementation by keeping close record on
progress of activities, funds being expended at the project level and agreements being made with local
partners.
● Support the development of national capacities in SRH both at the institutional level and with
key partners, seeking to provide high-quality technical support in the area and in accordance with the
UNFPA mandate.
● Contribute to the technical review of laws, policies, strategies, and products on SRHR when
UNFPA is involved.
● Participating in communication, advocacy, and resource mobilization efforts of the CO, by
ensuring the preparation of relevant documentation including project summaries, conference papers,
speeches, donor profiles, and participating in related meetings and CO events.
● Participates in relevant workshops and events, enhancing UNFPA mandate on SRHR and
works to ensure that SRHR issues are incorporated in national development plans and frameworks.
● Ensure proper emergency preparedness and contingency plans are in place in the areas
covered by the office.
● Carry out any other duties as may be required by UNFPA leadership
Qualifications and Experience:
Education:
Advanced degree in Public Health, Medicine/Health Sciences or other related discipline
Knowledge and Experience:
● At least three years of increasingly responsible professional experience and responsibilities at the national level in the field of sexual and reproductive and maternal health; population activities. ● Experience in program/ project management including experience in large multisector projects, designing and appraising proposals and actively liaising with relevant and potential project partners. ● Knowledge of the national health system and national models for the provision of health services. ● Knowledge and understanding of the quality of care, human rights applied to users of health services in SRH and clinical care for sexual violence. ● Experience in culturally sensitive programming. ● Knowledge of the Minimum Initial Service Package (MISP) for Reproductive Health (RH) with counterparts and communities. ● Demonstrated expertise in the substantive area of work, including programme/project planning, design, follow-up, monitoring, and evaluation. ● Strong track record of technical leadership and proven ability to produce highquality results. ● Knowledge in Microsoft Excel, including the ability to create and manage spreadsheets, use advanced functions (e.g., pivot tables, data analysis tools), and effectively organize and analyze data
Languages:
Fluency in English and Arabic is required.
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,
Functional Competencies:
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Managerial Competencies (if applicable):
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Compensation and Benefits:
This position offers an attractive remuneration package including a competitive net salary plus health insurance and other benefits as applicable.
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 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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