National Consultant for National Population Policy Review and Development
Quick answer
UNFPA is hiring a Honiara-based National Consultant to lead the development of the 2027-2037 Solomon Islands National Population Policy.
- Role
- National Consultant for National Population Policy Review and Development
- Organization
- UNFPA Solomon Islands
- Location
- Honiara, Solomon Islands (with travel to provinces)
- Work setup
- On-site
- Level
- Senior
- Category
- Policy & Advocacy
The role
UNFPA is seeking a national consultant to lead the technical review and development of the Solomon Islands' 2027-2037 National Population Policy. The role involves analyzing demographic data, conducting provincial and national stakeholder consultations, and ensuring the policy aligns with national development strategies. The consultant will work closely with the Ministry of National Planning and Development Coordination to integrate population dynamics into sustainable development planning.
What you'll do
- Develop a comprehensive inception report and work plan for the policy review.
- Perform a detailed policy analysis and gap analysis of the existing 2017-2026 framework.
- Facilitate nine major provincial consultation workshops to capture sub-national priorities.
- Draft the new 2027-2037 National Population Policy based on stakeholder inputs.
- Produce final validation reports and presentation materials for parliamentary endorsement.
What it takes
- Master's qualification in demography, statistics, social sciences, economics, or geography.
- Minimum of 5 to 7 years of experience in quantitative and qualitative data analysis.
- Proven track record in policy formulation and technical reporting.
- Excellent interpersonal skills and cultural sensitivity.
- Proficiency in MS Office applications and ability to work under tight deadlines.
What you'll bring
How we treat you
UNFPA provides a work environment that reflects the values of gender equality, diversity, integrity and healthy work-life balance.
Frequently asked questions
Is this position remote or in-office?
This position is based in Honiara, Solomon Islands, and requires extensive travel to all nine provinces for consultation workshops.
What are the primary qualifications required?
Candidates must hold a Master's degree in a relevant field like demography or economics and possess 5-7 years of experience in data analysis and policy development.
How is the compensation structured for this role?
The role is based on a 66-day engagement with a total consultancy fee disbursed in three installments linked to the successful completion of specific deliverables.
How to apply
Apply directly on UNFPA Solomon Islands's site. We link straight through — no resume parsing, no profile to fill out.
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