Project Support Officer- Spotlight Initiative

Contract

This is a UNV National Specialist contract. This kind of contract is known as National UN Volunteer. It is normally only for nationals. More about UNV National Specialist contracts.

The Spotlight Initiative is a EU-UN programme whose vision is to have a country where every women and girl live a life free from all forms of sexual and gender-based violence (SGBV) and harmful practices (HPs) including early marriage, and can enjoy sexual and reproductive health rights (SRHR).

The United Nations and the European Union (EU) are embarking on a new, global, multi-year initiative focused on eliminating all forms of violence against women and girls (VAWG) - the Spotlight Initiative.

The Initiative brings focused attention to VAWG, moving it into the spotlight and placing it at the centre of efforts to achieve gender equality and women’s empowerment, in line with the 2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development. The spotlight Initiative also intends to spearhead a new joined- up approach and partnership between the UN and the EU to deliver on the SDGs in an integrated manner, in line with respective mandates.

The Spotlight Initiative will deploy targeted, large-scale investments in Asia, Africa, Latin America, the Pacific and the Caribbean, aimed at achieving significant improvements in the lives of women and girls. It will respond to all forms of violence, focussing on specific forms of VAWG in particular regions, as entry points to address all forms of violence and their structural roots. The specific focus area for Africa include: sexual and gender-based violence (SGBV), including harmful practices (HP) and sexual and reproductive health and rights (SRHR). In line with the 2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development, the Initiative will fully integrate the principle of ‘leaving no one behind’.

The spotlight initiative in Mozambique will be implemented in Manica, Gaza, and Nampula covering 10 districts overall. UNFPA is leading the implementation of pillars 4 and 5 related to provision of services and data respectively.

Within the delegated authority and under the supervision of the Representative, the Assistant Representative, or delegated officer, Gender and SLI Programme Analyst, will be the direct supervisor of the UNV that will assist the GBV officer and Spotlight provincial focal points, the National UN Volunteers to support the implementation of Spotlight Initiative will: ● Support the implementation of UNFPA-led components of the SpotLight Initiative (SL) programme strategy in the selected provinces and districts, as described in the SLI CPD and implementation planning processes, under the guidance of the UN provincial focal point for SLI, the Gender Based Violence (GBV) Officer. ● Support the implementation of UNFPA activities in coordination with other UN agencies (RUNOs) and Implementation Partners (including Government and Civil Society) on the ground following the guidance of the Country Office and the UN provincial focal point for SLI. ● Support the implementation of interventions under pillar 4 and pillar 5 of the SLI, coordinating with implementation partners from the government and civil society, monitor progress and report according to the plans and guidelines. ● Assist in the periodic revisions of UNFPA support with the Government authorities, representatives of bilateral agencies and regional organizations; ● Any other related tasks as may be required or assigned by the supervisors.

· Commitment to UNFPA Values and Guiding Principles

· Achieving results

· Being accountable

· Developing and applying professional expertise

· Thinking analytically and strategically

· Working in teams/ managing ourselves and relationships

· Communicating for impact

● At least 3 years of experience in development or implementation of projects. ● Experience in relation with gender issues, sexual and reproductive health and/or Human Rights is an advantage. ● Motivated to contribute towards peace and development and to serve others; ● Good interpersonal, networking and communication skills; ● Willingness to contribute and work as part of a team; Initiative, sound judgment and demonstrated ability to work harmoniously with staff members from different national and cultural backgrounds; ● Flexible and open to learning and new experiences; ● Respect for diversity and adaptability to other cultures, environments and living conditions; Knowledge of local languages is an asset; ● Previous experience as a volunteer and/or experience of another culture, (i.e. studies, volunteer work, internship) would be highly regarded; ● Ability to write and communicate clearly and concisely; ● Computer skills (i.e. Word, Excel, PowerPoint, social media, and others). ● Knowledge of local languages is an asset.

As this is a national UN Volunteer assignment, the UN Volunteer will be responsible for arranging his/her own housing and other living essentials.