Youth Analyst, Junior Professional Officer (JPO), Niger Country Office

Niamey

Organization: UNFPA - United Nations Population Fund
Location: Niamey
Grade: Junior level - P-2, International Professional - Internationally recruited position
Occupational Groups:
- Youth
- Social Affairs
Closing Date: Closed

This post is opened in the context of the JPO Programme sponsored by the Government of Luxembourg and is open exclusively to nationals of Luxembourg or holders of a residency of a minimum of 2 years in Luxembourg.

The maximum age of the applicant must be 32 years as of 1 January of the year of application.

The JPO will specifically:

Contribute to the implementation of the Country Programme through the design and implementation of annual work plans in conformity with the rules and procedures, the UN Reform guidelines, and particular attention to results- based and youth and gender approaches as well as risk management and good Governance
Provide technical insights to the work of the Youth and Adolescents Programme with emphasis on Youth social and economic empowerment, Sexual and Reproductive Health and Rights
Provide technical inputs in the design, implementation and monitoring of the economic empowerment component of the adolescent girls’ programme
Contribute to the development and review of annual work plans geared at youth empowerment and produce related reports
Ensure timely preparation and submission of funds transfers through quarterly advances, reimbursements and direct payments to implementing partners as prescribed in the annual work plans
Provide innovative ideas for working with adolescents and youth and maintain a youth-related presence on UNFPA social media platforms
Develop and write Reports and other related administrative documents, Terms of Reference of studies and other deliverable under his/her responsibility
Undertake monitoring and evaluation field missions as planned and in compliance with security requirements and report as prescribed
Provide assistance to the Representative on development of communication outreach, presentations, and documents.
Ensure any other task as required by Head of Office.

Qualifications and Experience

Postgraduate degree in Public health ,social sciences or related fields with specialized knowledge in the field of Youth issues, sexual and reproductive health and Human Rights
At least 2 years of experience in programme design and implementation, with civil society and NGO partnerships. Prior experience in developing countries is an asset.
Fluency in English. Fluency in French.
Ability to write clearly and concisely in French and English.
Initiative, sound judgment and demonstrated ability to work harmoniously with staff members from different national and cultural backgrounds