Back NATIONAL POST: Project Management Analyst (Gender-Based Violence/PREVENTION Component, KOICA-funded project), UNFPA Ha Noi - Viet Nam Country Office, NOB

PLEASE NOTE THAT THIS VACANCY IS OPEN ONLY TO NATIONALS OF VIET NAM.

Background:

The Project “Building a Model to Respond to Violence against Women and Girls in Viet Nam“ funded by the Korea International Cooperation Agency (KOICA) was successfully implemented by UNFPA, United Nations Population Fund, in collaboration with the Ministry of Labour, Invalids, and Social Affairs (MOLISA), the Quang Ninh Social Work Center and the Center for Studies and Applied Sciences in Gender, Family, Women and Adolescents (CSAGA) in the period 2017-2021. Under this support, the first-ever One Stop Service Centre (OSSC) for survivors of Gender-based Violence (GBV) was established in Quang Ninh of Viet Nam to provide integrated 24/7 essential services including healthcare, psychological counseling, legal support, police protection, emergency shelter, and referral pathways under one roof. To sustain and strengthen the achievements of the Project, KOICA continuously supported UNFPA to ensure its sustainability via the first Bridge Phase entitled “The follow-up activities of Building a Model to Respond to Violence against Women and Girls in Viet Nam”, July 2022 - June 2023. In December 2024, KOICA continues their support by a Second Phase Project entitled “Promote replication of a model in preventing and responding to violence against women and girls in Viet Nam to enhance support for service delivery to women and girls subjected to violence” (2024-2027).

The overall goal of the Second Phase Project is to contribute to strengthening the multi-sectoral response in addressing violence against women and girls at national and subnational levels and will be implemented by UNFPA in collaboration with MOLISA, MOCST, Quang Ninh Social Work Center, Ha Tinh Social Work Center and Khanh Hoa Social Work and Protection Center.

The Position:

The Project Management Analyst is located in the UNFPA Country Office at the Green One UN House in Ha Noi, Viet Nam. He/She works under the direct supervision of and reports directly to the Programme Specialist on Human Rights and Gender, Gender Team Leader. The Project Management Analyst leads the coordination, implementation, and monitoring of the 2nd phase of KOICA funded Project – Prevention Component.

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), focuses on three transformative results: to end preventable maternal deaths; end unmet need for family planning; and end gender-based violence and harmful practices. 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 Project Management Analyst works in close collaboration with the gender team, programme staff and the operation team of the UNFPA Country Office, Government officials, experts and civil society (where relevant) ensuring the effective implementation of the 2nd phase of KOICA funded Project - Prevention Component which contributes to the success of the project.

You would be responsible for:

• Responsible for the day-to-day management and implementation of the KOICA funded project – Prevention Component with a focus on transforming social and gender norms including engaging men and boys for promoting positive masculinity and preventing violence against women.
• Ensure timely and duly coordination and management of the KOICA funded project – Prevention Component and the implementation of all activities listed in the Work Plan (WP) in accordance with the rules and regulations of the government and UNFPA.
• Provide technical support to ensure the delivery of quality the KOICA funded project - Prevention Component outputs through quality preparation, coordination and implementation of annual and quarterly work plans, including budgets.
• Undertake monitoring, coordination and evaluation and follow through the preparation of quarterly and annual progress reports, both narrative and financial; ensure the timely and quality submission of periodical reports to the donor.
• Provide related-communication support on the second phase project to the public, and logistical support to project activities and personnel when required.
• Provide effective support and collaboration with other partners, and stakeholders, timely facilitate the decision-making process related to KOICA funded project – Prevention Component in close consultation with the direct supervisor and/or the Country Office Management.
• Provide timely feedback to Supervisor and Senior Management Team on the implementation, monitoring and evaluation of KOICA funded project – Prevention Component
• Document good practices, lessons learned and success stories from KOICA funded project – Prevention Component for documentation, as project implementation continues.
• Closely work with a shared Project Associate to complete all-related project requirements.
• Collaborate with other programme staff to promote programme coherence and linkages.
• Demonstrate and promote gender sensitive behavior and gender equality within UNFPA and with partners.
• Actively contribute to the One UN Initiative advancing the ICPD agenda and mainstream gender, human rights, and culture into policy advocacy, programming, and monitoring and evaluation as appropriate.
• And other tasks required by the Country Office Management and the Gender Team including in relation to supporting the wider Country Office mandate and well-being.

  Qualifications and Experience

  Education:

  Advanced degree in public management, gender, health, population, demography, and/or other related social science disciplines.

  Knowledge and Experience:

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  • At least two years of professional experience in the field of gender and gender-based violence, with practical experience in design, coordination, implementation, monitoring and evaluation of development projects.
  • Demonstrated knowledge and experience in gender issues, particularly in GBV prevention, behavior change communication.
  • Experience in working with Government offices, NGOs, international development organizations, and institutions especially in gender and GBV is desirable.
  • Good understanding of the Vietnamese Government gender-related policies, laws, policy making processes and being able to establish and maintain effective working relationships with the relevant Government partners.
  • Experience in gender programming, understanding of human rights dimensions of gender, experience in culturally sensitive programming and in advising and supporting initiatives eliminating GBV will be an asset.
  • Familiar with the One UN context/One Plan and UN working environment will be an advantage.
  • Experience in using office software packages and web-based management systems.

    Languages:

    Fluency in English and Vietnamese.

    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 mobilisation

        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

          Managerial Competencies:

          • Providing strategic focus,
          • Engaging in internal/external partners and stakeholders,
          • Leading, developing and empowering people, creating a culture of performance
          • Making decisions and exercising judgment

            Compensation and Benefits:
            
            

            This position offers an attractive remuneration package including a competitive net salary plus cost-of-living adjustment, rental subsidy, education grant, home leave, 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.

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