Deputy Representative
Quick answer
UNFPA is seeking a Deputy Representative to play a leading role in the design and delivery of the UNFPA country programme, focusing on building alliances with governments, development partners, civil society, academia, and the private sector. The position offers an attractive remuneration package including a competitive net salary plus health insurance and other benefits as applicable.
- Role
- Deputy Representative
- Organization
- United Nations Population Fund (UNFPA)
- Location
- UNFPA Country Office (varies by country)
- Work setup
- On-site
- Level
- Senior
- Category
- Communications & Marketing
The role
The Deputy Representative plays a leading role in the design and delivery of the UNFPA country programme, focusing on building alliances with governments, development partners, civil society, academia, and the private sector.
What you'll do
- Develop, manage, and monitor the Country Programme in line with strategic plans and national population policies
- Expand and diversify UNFPA’s portfolio to pursue strategic new programme options
- Build and maintain positive and collaborative relationships with key government partners
- Advocate for the inclusion of ICPD agenda within national policies, plans, and strategies
- Support the management of the Country Office including formulation of annual work plans
What it takes
- Postgraduate university degree in Public Health, Medicine, Sociology, Demography, Gender, International Relations, International Development, Economics, Public Administration, Management or other related field
- 7 years of increasingly responsible professional experience in public administration and international development including programme designing, appraising, and management; of which at least 5 years in the field of population and development, sexual and reproductive health or humanitarian at the international level
- Experience in advocacy and policy dialogue
- Excellent media/communication skills to foster engaged partnerships and maintain political partnerships
What you'll bring
How we treat you
Competitive net salary, health insurance, and other benefits as applicable.
Frequently asked questions
Where is this job located?
The position can be based in various UNFPA Country Offices around the world.
What is the compensation package like?
Compensation includes a competitive net salary, health insurance, and other benefits as applicable. However, specific details are not provided.
What qualifications are required for this role?
Candidates must have a postgraduate degree in relevant fields and at least 7 years of experience in public administration and international development, with at least 5 years in the field of population and development or humanitarian work.
How can I apply for this position?
Interested candidates should submit their applications through the UNFPA recruitment portal. The application process may include background checks, medical clearance, visa issuance, and other administrative requirements.
How to apply
Apply directly on United Nations Population Fund (UNFPA)'s site. We link straight through — no resume parsing, no profile to fill out.
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