National Post: Youth Programme Associate, Manila Philippines, FTA, GS6

NOTE: This is for Philippine Nationals only.

The Position:

The UNFPA Youth Program Associate will play a key role in supporting the planning, implementation, and monitoring of youth-focused programme in Philippines / Manila. Working closely with the UNFPA team and relevant partners, the associate will contribute to the advancement of UNFPA's objectives related to youth empowerment, sexual and reproductive health, and gender equality.

You will report to the Youth Programme analyst.

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 the Philippines, UNFPA has started developing its new five-year 9th Country Programme 2024- 2028. The 9th CP is tightly aligned with the mid- and long-term development goals of the Philippines and Ambisyon Natin 2040, as well as the global Agenda 2030 including the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs).

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 Youth Programme Associate plays a crucial role in implementing established systems and procedures, contributing to the generation of substantive knowledge by compiling, synthesizing, and analyzing relevant information, the Associate supports the facilitation of program and project implementation. This involves utilizing and developing appropriate mechanisms and systems while ensuring adherence to established procedures.

The role requires maintaining collaborative relationships with all program and project staff at the Country Office (CO). Internal contacts include the Assistant Representative, the Programme Specialist, the Programme Analyst, and the CO’s program/technical and operations management teams. The Youth Programme Associate is essential to fostering effective communication and coordination within the CO, contributing to the achievement of UNFPA's strategic objectives.

You would be responsible for:

• Assist in the development, implementation, and monitoring of youth-centric programs and initiatives in alignment with UNFPA's strategic goals
• Assist in the development, implementation, and monitoring of youth-centric programs and initiatives in alignment with UNFPA's strategic goals.
• Collaborate with government agencies, NGOs, and other stakeholders to facilitate the integration of youth perspectives and priorities into program design and implementation.
• Support the coordination of advocacy campaigns and community outreach activities to promote awareness of youth-related issues.
• Contribute to the collection and analysis of data related to youth demographics, behaviors, and needs to inform program decision-making.
• Assist in the preparation of reports, presentations, and other communication materials related to youth programs for internal and external stakeholders.
• Organize and participate in workshops, training sessions, and events aimed at building the capacity of youth and youth-focused organizations.
  
  
  

Qualifications And Experience

Education:

Completed Secondary Level Education required; first level university degree in international studies and/or other related social science disciplines desirable.

Knowledge and Experience:

• At least 6 years of relevant experience in programme/ project management.
• Relevant experience in administration, finance and project management
• Proficiency in current office software applications and corporate IT systems.
• Experience with UNFPA systems and inter-UN coordination are desired
  
  
  

Languages:

Fluency in English and Filipino is required.

Required Competencies:

Values:

• Exemplifying integrity,
• Demonstrating commitment to UNFPA and the UN system,
• Embracing cultural diversity,
• Embracing change
  
  
  

Functional Competencies:

• Advocacy/ Advancing a policy-oriented agenda
• Leveraging the resources of national governments and partners/ building strategic alliances and partnerships
• Delivering results-based programmes
• Internal and external communication and advocacy for results mobilization
  
  
  

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,
• Communicating for impact
  
  
  

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 and other administrative requirements.

UNFPA does not charge any application, processing, training, interviewing, testing or other fee in connection with the application or recruitment process. UNFPA does not solicit or screen for information in respect of HIV or AIDS and does not discriminate on the basis of HIV/AIDS status. Fraudulent notices, letters or offers may be submitted to the UNFPA fraud hotline http://www.unfpa.org/help/hotline.cfm. Qualified female candidates, and individuals from minority groups, indigenous groups and persons with disabilities are equally encouraged to apply.