Sexual And Reproductive Health And Rights Associate

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Overview

Join UNFPA in supporting Sexual and Reproductive Health and Rights in Fiji.

You have:

• Demonstrated interest or experience (up to 3 years) in health/SRHR programme implementation and donor reporting
• Good programme design skills, including the capacity to prepare logical, coherent, and consistent technical documents, including log frames and budgets.
• Understanding of policy and programme formulation, implementation, and monitoring would be an asset.
• Partnership management
• Good writing and communication skills
• Computer skills with competence in MS Word, MS Excel, PowerPoint, Netscape/MS Outlook are required.
• Previous volunteer experience is desired.
• Work experience with another international organization would be an asset.

Contract

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As the lead United Nations agency dedicated to ensuring every pregnancy is wanted, every childbirth is safe, and every young person’s potential is fulfilled, UNFPA is seeking a Sexual and Reproductive Health and Rights to join the Pacific Sub-Regional Office (PSRO) in Suva, Fiji. This role is central to the implementation of Sexual and Reproductive Health and Rights (SRHR) activities within the seventh Multi-Country Programme (MCP7), focusing on the transformative goals of ending preventable maternal deaths, unmet family planning needs, and gender-based violence.

The Sexual and Reproductive Health and Rights associate will support the coordination and implementation of Sexual and Reproductive Health and Rights interventions while fostering collaborative partnerships with national governments and regional stakeholders. As a Sexual and Reproductive Health and Rights, this role is specifically designed for candidates with limited experience, offering a structured environment for professional growth through mentoring and coaching by the Chief of Health. The volunteer will contribute to the mission by assisting in Sexual and Reproductive Health and Rights programme management, supporting Sexual and Reproductive Health and Rights advocacy, and helping to translate political and social trends into programmatic action.

Under the direct supervision of Chief of Health and Technical advisor Sexual and Reproductive Health and Rights, the Sexual and Reproductive Health and Rights Associate will undertake the following tasks:

• Providing support to the implementation and management of the Sexual and Reproductive Health and Rights programme. In a multi-country office (MCO) operating environment, the Sexual and Reproductive Health and Rights associate will work at the regional and country levels to ensure that the agreed strategic interventions of the MCP7 programme are implemented in the areas of SRHR. • The Sexual and Reproductive Health and Rights associate will assist in coordinating with the Implementing Partners, government departments, consultants, and experts in the implementation of SRHR activities, and support UN systems coordination through participation in technical dialogue, documentation and knowledge management of emerging good practices and provision of inputs into joint common system initiatives. • Assist in day-to-day SRHR programme management of regional implementing partners and government counterparts, including quality control of work plans implementation. • Assist in regional office’s SRHR advocacy and resource mobilization efforts, by establishing and maintaining a network of donor and public information contacts. • Assist with organising and conducting donor meetings and public information events, including preparing relevant background material for these events.
• Monitor regional and country level SRHR programme implementation, implementing partner performance, and track progress including through field visits to assess impact and compliance with results-based performance indicators. • Support the evaluation of project and programme activities, to systematically assess programme achievement, and recommend corrective actions as required; by participating in review meetings and evaluation missions. • Undertake results-based monitoring and reporting under the SRH programme including timely submission of progress and other reports, as required. • Support the production of high quality SRHR communication materials i.e. leaflets, newsletters, and printed materials, for promoting visibility of UNFPA’s work and achievements; as well as preparing technical briefs, reports, and talking points/statements, as needed.

During the first month of the assignment, the UN Volunteer will work closely with his/her direct supervisor to finalize an agreed-upon work plan. The work plan should outline key objectives and activities and include regular check‑ins with the supervisor to review progress and receive performance

Accountability Adaptability and Flexibility Building Trust Client Orientation Commitment and Motivation Commitment to Continuous Learning Communication Creativity Ethics and Values Integrity Knowledge Sharing Planning and Organizing Professionalism Respect for Diversity Self-Management Technological Awareness Vision Working in Teams

Demonstrated interest or experience (up to 3 years) in:

• Health/SRHR programme implementation and donor reporting • Good programme design skills, including the capacity to prepare logical, coherent, and consistent technical documents, including log frames and budgets.
• An understanding of policy and programme formulation, implementation, and monitoring would be an asset. • Partnership management
• Initiative, sound judgment, and demonstrated ability to work harmoniously with staff members from different national and cultural backgrounds • Previous volunteer experience is desired. • Work experience with another international organization would be an asset.

Skills in:

• Good writing and communication
• The necessary computer skills with competence in MS Word, MS Excel, PowerPoint, Netscape/MS Outlook are required. • Proficiency in computer skills, particularly in current office software applications

Suva is a capital of Fiji, and a regional hub for the Pacific where many UN agencies, embassies and international organizations are located. The city is of relatively small size and easy to get around by taxis. Fiji weather is distinctly tropical and can get hot in the summer but seldom reaches above 35°C (96°F). Trade winds from the east-southeast bring cooling breezes late afternoon and early evening. There is considerable rain in Suva.

One to two-bedroom apartments and houses are available in the city centre with hot water and electricity, and many come partially or fully furnished. While most of goods and food items are easily available, the price of imported items can be expensive including home appliances. There is one international school that caters to expatriate children as well as several options for early childhood education institutions. There is reliable, basic health care. However, for surgeries and medical complications, many people choose go to Australia and New Zealand as the closest destination.

The city of Suva is generally safe and secure, as long as precautions are exercised.

Spouses of UN international staff members are not allowed to work in Fiji.

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