The Position:

The Programme Assistant contributes to the implementation of UNFPA’s 9th Country Programme (2024-2028) by providing technical and administrative support in the day-to-day management of UNFPA programmes and projects. The PA will be primarily responsible for assisting the Adolescent and Youth Unit in ensuring that UNFPA and implementing partner-executed work plans are prepared and implemented in accordance with the vision and technical direction of the CP and consistent with UNFPA organizational policies and procedures. S/he contributes to the generation of substantive knowledge by compiling, synthesizing, and analyzing relevant information from programme implementation to inform management action. S/he will help coordinate with government, non-governmental organizations, civil society, gender/youth groups, multilateral and bilateral donor agencies, United Nations agencies, and other development/humanitarian organizations. 

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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, 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. 

IMPORTANT NOTE:

UNFPA has established an electronic application management system called Quantum.  This allows applicants to create a candidate profile, which can be updated regularly and submitted for more than one vacancy. Download the Step by Step Guide to Applying in the Quantum System. 

Vacancies are also posted here https://philippines.unfpa.org/vacancies for easy reference.

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