NATIONAL POST: Programme Analyst, Gender and Social Policy (NOB), Ashgabat, Turkmenistan

The Programme Analyst, Gender and Social Policy  is located in the UNFPA Turkmenistan Country Office (CO). Under the overall guidance and direct supervision of the Head of Office, the Programme Analyst on Gender and Social Policy substantively contributes to the effective management of UNFPA programmes in the area of gender equality, in related social policies, and legal frameworks.
 

UNFPA is the lead United Nations agency for delivering a world where every pregnancy is intended, every childbirth is safe, and every young person's potential is fulfilled. The UNFPA Strategic Plan for 2026-2029 articulates the organization’s response to a complex global environment, providing a roadmap for resilience and renewal. It is designed to accelerate the implementation of the Programme of Action of the International Conference on Population and Development (ICPD) and the achievement of the Sustainable Development Goals by 2030. This mandate is pursued through a focus on four interconnected outcomes: ending the unmet need for family planning; ending preventable maternal deaths; ending gender-based violence and harmful practices; and adapting to demographic change through evidence and rights-based policies.

In a world where fundamental human rights are at risk, we need principled and ethical staff who embody these international norms and standards and will defend them courageously and with full conviction.

UNFPA is seeking candidates who transform, inspire, and deliver high-impact sustained results, ensuring effective external relations, communications, partnership-building and resource mobilization in a rapidly changing development and funding landscape. We need staff who are transparent, exceptional in how they manage the resources entrusted to them, and who commit to delivering excellence in programme results

The Programme Analyst will provide technical guidance and policy advice to advance UNFPA programmes in the areas of Gender and Social Policy elaborated in the UNFPA Turkmenistan country programme 2026-2030. In particular, primary focus will be towards ensuring that gender based violence (GBV) legislation is developed and enacted, a multisectoral response to GBV is in place, and gender responsive approach to development planning is ensured in the social sector, including health, education, and social protection.

A. Technical Guidance 

• The Programme Analyst is responsible for effective design and management of the country programmE components on gender equality and related social policy  portfolio. S/he analyses and assesses relevant political, social and economic trends and provides substantive inputs to programme planning, formulation, effective delivery, robust monitoring and reporting, including joint UN programme initiatives. These all contribute to national priorities and related development frameworks. S/he ensures and guides the appropriate application of corporate policies and procedures related to programme delivery with suggested enhancements if necessary.
• Strengthen capacity of individuals, communities and institutions to address gender discrimination and harmful social and gender norms to advance gender equality, bodily autonomy and reproductive rights. 
  Lead and contribute to strengthening capacity of national institutions in (a) integrating GBV prevention and response within health services and promotes rights-based, survivor-centred care; (b) ensuring multisectoral coordination  to address GBV prevention and response across other sectors, including education, justice, law enforcement and social services;

Education:  

• Advanced degree in Law, Legal studies,  Social sciences, International relations, Political science,, sociology, gender studies, development studies and/or other related social science field.

Knowledge and Experience: 

• A minimum of two(2)  years of relevant professional experience in programme/ project management preferably in the public sector, international organizations or with non-governmental organizations in the area of Jurisprudence, Gender Equality and Social Policy
• Experience in evidence- based monitoring and evaluation of genderand social policy projects/programmes. programmes
• Proven ability to interpret, advocate for and advance a policy-oriented agenda
• Proven track record, practical experience and knowledge in promoting gender equality  and rights-based social development programmes,
• Knowledge of  UN policies and procedures,  work modalities, particularly within the UNFPA mandate will be an asset.

Languages: 

• Fluency in oral and written English, Russian and Turkmen is required.

Required Competencies: 

Values:

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

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,

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

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. Reasonable accommodation may be provided to applicants with disabilities upon request, to support their participation in the recruitment process. 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.

Selection and appointment may be subject to background and reference checks, medical clearance, visa issuance 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 and does not concern itself with information on applicants' bank accounts. 

Applicants for positions in the international Professional and higher categories, who hold permanent resident status in a country other than their country of nationality, may be required to renounce such status upon their appointment.