Programme Specialist - NOC - Turkish Nationals Only

Overview

Lead and manage programming to combat violence against women and girls.

You have:

• Master’s degree or equivalent in social sciences, human rights, gender/women's studies, international development, or a related field is required.
• At least 5 years of progressively responsible work experience at the national or international level in management, including design, implementation, monitoring and evaluation of development programmes/projects.
• At least three years of working experience in the field of combating violence and discrimination against women and girls is a strong asset.
• Fluency in English and Turkish is required.
• A project/programme management certification (such as PMP®, PRINCE2®, or MSP®) would be an added advantage.

Contract

This is a NO-C contract. This kind of contract is known as National Professional Officers. It is normally only for nationals. It's a staff contract. It usually requires 5 years of experience, depending on education.

Salary

The salary for this job should be more than 3,988 USD.

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Background

I. Organizational Context

UN Women, grounded in the vision of equality enshrined in the Charter of the United Nations, works for the elimination of discrimination against women and girls; the empowerment of women; and the achievement of equality between women and men as partners and beneficiaries of development, human rights, humanitarian action and peace and security. In Türkiye, in line with its global Strategic Plan 2022-2025 and Country Strategic Note (2022-2025), and the overall UN Sustainable Development Cooperation Framework for Turkey (UNSDCF) (2021-2025), UN Women works towards the overarching goal of “Women and girls including those at greatest risk of being left behind fully exercise their human rights, enjoy a life free from violence and discrimination, and lead, influence and benefit from sustainable and inclusive socioeconomic development towards the advancement of gender equality in Turkey”. UN Women works in four thematic areas: (i) governance and participation in public life; (ii) women’s economic empowerment; (iii) ending violence against women and girls; and (iv) women, peace and security, humanitarian action and disaster risk reduction. In that framework, UN Women in Türkiye contributes to three outcomes of the UNSDCF: 1) Women and girls have improved and equal access to resources, opportunities, and rights, and enjoy a life without violence and discrimination; 2) By 2025, Persons under the Law on Foreigners and International Protection are supported towards self-reliance. 3) By 2025, governance systems are more transparent, accountable, inclusive and rights-based with the participation of civil society, and quality of judicial services is improved Towards these goals, UN Women implements programmes and projects that aim to advance gender equality, improve women’s access to opportunities, rights and services in political, social and economic life and combat gender stereotypes, discrimination and violence, as required by international and national legal and policy commitments. UN Women collaborates with numerous partners – central and local level government authorities, civil society organizations, including women’s organizations and platforms, academia, private sector companies, other UN agencies. It commits itself to the Leaving No One Behind principle, by supporting targeted actions to remove the obstacles that marginalized and vulnerable groups of women face in accessing their rights and to promote them as agents of change. In the area of preventing and combating violence against women and girls (VAWG) and harmful practices, UN Women supports enhancing services on VAWG prevention and protection through strengthened capacities of institutions, improved data management, better coordination, and empowerment of women and girls at risk and survivors. Furthermore, to address the underlying root causes of VAWG and harmful practices, the CO works towards favourable social norms, attitudes and behaviours at individual, community and institutional levels that advance gender equality and women’s empowerment. The ending VAWG portfolio includes several ongoing projects including “UN Joint Programme for the Prevention of Child Early and Forced Marriages (CEFM)” implemented with UNICEF and UNFPA and “Strengthening Women’s Access to Justice” pilot project, as well as pipeline projects with government partners aimed at supporting the implementation of the Fourth National Action Plan on Combating Violence against Women (2022-2025). DocuSign Envelope ID: F64C5AAC-64C4-4F9D-BFD5-C2949DE388DD 2 The “UN Joint Programme for the Prevention of Child Early and Forced Marriages (CEFM)” (the Joint Programme) Second Phase is implemented by UNICEF, UNFPA, and UN Women, with consultative support from IOM and UNHCR over a three year period starting from September 2021, with financial support of the Swedish International Development Cooperation Agency (SIDA).-The Joint Programme draws on the experience and lessons learned during the implementation of the first phase to continue to address the complex issue of CEFM in selected target provinces with high prevalence. The Programme focuses on advocacy and support to the implementation of the international and national normative framework, data generation and analysis, technical support to national and provincial coordination mechanisms and action plans on CEFM, and community mobilization with a focus on girls’ empowerment and the engagement of men and boys. Reporting to Deputy Country Director (NoD), the Programme Specialist exercises overall responsibility for planning, implementing, and managing UN Women interventions under the ending violence against women (EVAW) portfolio. The Programme Specialist works in close collaboration with the programme and operations team, UN Women HQ staff, Government officials, multi and bi-lateral donors and civil society ensuring successful UN Women programme implementation under portfolio.

Duties and Responsibilities

II. Functions

Manage the implementation of UN Women component of CEFM JP and overall management of the EVAW portfolio

• Finalize the annual workplan and budget and manage their implementation for CEFM JP;
• Manage the technical implementation of the CEFM Joint Program and oversee the implementation of other projects under the EVAW portfolio; ensure synergies with other teams;
• Manage the submission of implementing partner financial and narrative reports;
• Provide guidance to staff and partners on Results Based Management tools and performance indicators;
• Prepare and present work-plans, periodic narrative progress reports and expenditures status reports to the management
• Manage programme quality control and identification of potential challenges
• Align programme activities with operations team in close liaison with the Operations Manager
• Closely coordinate with the donors for the implementation of the programme activities, including communication
• and visibility initiatives, the selection of implementing partners, and ensuring synergies with similar programs in the country, as well as communication flow for the smooth running of the programme

Manage technical assistance and capacity development of programme partners and contribute to UN interagency coordination in the field of EVAW

• Manage the implementation of technical advice and guidance.
• Develop and implement technical tools, and initiatives
• Build and manage partnerships/relationships with national partners to support implementation and expansion of the EVAW portfolio; respond to any potential problems;
• Identify capacity building needs of partners and lead the coordination of technical assistance, mentoring, training and capacity development initiatives to partners.
• Provide technical support to the Country Director and the Deputy Country Director on inter-agency coordination related activities by attending meetings, events, and participating in groups and committees as needed;
• Oversee the preparation of call for proposals, selection and contracting of the implementing partners.

Manage the monitoring and reporting of the CEFM JP and the overall EVAW portfolio

• Manage the monitoring of programme/ project implementation and finances using results-based management tools;
• Oversee field missions and review reports on monitoring missions;
• Write quarterly reports and donor reports, focusing on results, output and outcomes
• Contribute to office donor and UN Women reports.

Manage the people and financial resources of the overall EVAW portfolio, including the CEFM Joint Programme

• Manage the programme budget and review financial reports;
• Supervise CEFM JP staff and other project coordinators under the EVAW portfolio. Mentor and coach staff and conduct performance assessments;
• Oversee recruitment processes, as necessary.
• Design and develop programme strategies and build partnerships and support in developing resource mobilization strategies in the area of EVAW

Design and formulate programme/ project proposals and initiatives as requested by the UN Women Turkey Management

• Draft inputs to country strategy documents, briefs, policy dialogue and other documents related to violence against women
• Develop and implement partnerships and resource mobilization strategies;
• Analyze and research information on donors, prepare substantive briefs on possible areas of cooperation, identification of opportunities for cost sharing.
• Contribute to UN interagency coordination and coordination with civil society organizations to achieve coherence and alignment of UN Women programmes in the field of EVAW with other partners in the country
• Coordinate with UN agencies, national counterparts, donors, the UN Women Regional Office and other offices to ensure the Programme results are achieved and resources are managed based on best practices;

Manage advocacy, knowledge building and communication efforts

• Develop and review background documents, briefs and presentations related to CEFM and EVAW
• Represent UN Women in meetings and policy dialogues on issues related to EVAW as necessary;
• Develop advocacy strategies and oversee their implementation;
• Identify best practices and lessons learned to guide programme improvement and strategy planning;
• Develop knowledge management strategies, products, and methodologies on EVAW and CEFM

III. Key Performance Indicator

• Timely and quality programme design and inputs to Strategic Note
• Timely and quality of programme delivery in line with budget and workplans, and in line with all UN Women operational rules and regulations, including security
• Timely and quality monitoring and evaluation of programmes Relations with partners and stakeholders •
• Quality reports and timely submission
• Regular communication with other agencies and partners
• Quality of advocacy and communication initiatives

Competencies

IV. Competencies

Core Values:

• Respect for diversity
• Integrity
• Professionalism

Core Competencies:

• Awareness and sensitivity regarding gender issues
• Accountability
• Creative problem solving
• Effective communication
• Inclusive collaboration
• Stakeholder engagement
• Leading by example

Functional Competencies

• Strong programme formulation, implementation, monitoring and evaluation skills
• Strong knowledge of Results Based Management
• Ability to synthesize program performance data and produce analytical reports to inform management and strategic decision-making
• Strong knowledge of Violence against Women in general and specifically of CEFM
• Strong analytical skills
• Ability to identify and analyze trends, opportunities and threats to fundraising and develop strategie

Required Skills and Experience

V. Recruitment Qualifications

Education and certification:

• Master’s degree or equivalent in social sciences, human rights, gender/women's studies, international development, or a related field is required
• A first-level university degree in combination with two additional years of qualifying experience may be accepted in lieu of the advanced university degree.
• A project/programme management certification (such as PMP®, PRINCE2®, or MSP®) would be an added advantage

Experience:

• At least 5 years of progressively responsible work experience at the national or international level in management, (including design, implementation, monitoring and evaluation) of development programmes/ projects;
• At least three years of working experience in the field of combatting violence and discrimination against women and girls is a strong asset.
• Experience coordinating and liaising with CSOs, government agencies and/or donors is an asset;
• Experience working in the UN System is an asset;

Language Requirements:

• Fluency in English and Turkish is required

The application package for this position should consist of:

• Duly filled in Personal History Form (P11) that can be downloaded from Application and recruitment process | About us: Careers at UN Women | UN Women
• CV
• Motivation Letter.

How to Submit the Application:

• Download and complete the UN Women Personal History Form (P11)- Application and recruitment process | About us: Careers at UN Women | UN Women
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• Click on the Job Title (job vacancy announcement).
• Click 'Apply Now' button, fill in necessary information on the first page, and then click 'Submit Application;'
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• You will receive an automatic response to your email confirming receipt of your application by the system.

Notes:

• UN Women retains the right to contact references directly. Due to the large numbers of applications we receive, we are able to inform only the successful candidates about the outcome or status of the selection process.
• Applications without the completed UN Women P-11 form will be treated as incomplete and may not be considered for further assessment.

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