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NATIONAL POST: Programme Analyst, CSF, NO-B, Ankara/Turkiye
Staff grade/level
NOB
Contract type
Fixed Term Appointment
Duty station
Ankara
Job categories
Programme/ Development
Closing date
17 April 2026 16:59(America/New_York)
Job ID
32793
Job description
The Position:
The Programme Analyst analyses and assesses relevant political, social and economic trends, guiding and facilitating the delivery of UNFPA’s CSF programme and support other programmes.
With overall supervision from the UNFPA Assistant Representative, the incumbent will receive technical guidance from the Programme Specialist (SRH) and the Operations-Partnerships leads. The incumbent will directly report to the Programme Specialist (SRH) on programmatic matters, who will ensure that operational-partnerships inputs from the relevant leads are fully reflected in overall planning, monitoring, and performance reviews.
How you can make a difference:
Since 1971, UNFPA in Türkiye has worked with government institutions, civil society organizations, municipalities, and the private sector to improve the well-being of women, young people, and vulnerable groups. Under its 8th Country Programme (2026–2030), UNFPA Türkiye focuses on strengthening demographic resilience and promoting women and family-friendly policies; advancing gender equality and women’s empowerment; promoting women’s health and safe motherhood; empowering young people and safeguarding their well-being; and advancing climate action led by women and youth.
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:
Working within a large and complex Country Office (CO) environment in close collaboration with relevant CO colleagues in Programme and Operations teams, you will support the effective management of UNFPA 8th CPD Programme activities in the areas of population and development, reproductive health and gender. Through substantive analysis and assessment of political, social and economic trends, you will be responsible for the management of the EU CSF programme via timely and high quality delivery of outputs in line with the WPs and UNFPA programmes and procedures.
You would be responsible for:
In collaboration with Government counterparts, NGOs and other partners, contributing to the design and implementation of the country programme through the CSF programme and its component projects, aligning with Government priorities and UNFPA programme policies and procedures.
Ensuring appropriate (financial and programmatic) monitoring and oversight mechanisms and systems are established and implemented; including funds and budget monitoring; grants and implementing partner management (FACE and programme); field monitoring.
Analyzing and interpreting the political, social and economic environment relevant to UNFPA activities, and identifying opportunities for UNFPA assistance and intervention.
Analyzing policy papers, strategy documents and national development plans; preparing briefs and inputs for policy dialogue, technical assistance coordination, and development frameworks.
Assessing implications of new policy developments and strategies on programme execution, and ensuring their integration.
Establishing collaborative relationships with in the UNFPA CO/RO/HQs where relevant and with executing agencies, experts, government counterparts and other UN agencies to facilitate timely and efficient delivery of project inputs, attending to inter-agency mechanisms.
Assisting in implementing knowledge management strategies to capture lessons learned and best practices, sharing these with management for future planning supporting training needs of project personnel
Supporting the advocacy and resource mobilization strategy of the CO, by ensuring preparation of relevant documentation, i.e. project summaries, conference papers, speeches, donor profiles, and participating in related meetings and public events.
Performing other duties as required.
Qualifications and Experience:
Education:
Advanced degree in health, population, demography and/or other related social science discipline.
Knowledge and Experience:
Two years professional experience in the field of development and population activities, with experience in programme/project management.
Practical experience in design, monitoring and evaluation of development projects.
Experience using office software packages and web-based management systems.
Working experience with implementing partners and NGOs is an asset.
Knowledge of reproductive health and/or gender and/or protection is an asset.
Working experience with implementing partners and NGOs is an asset.
Working experience with an international organization is an asset.
Familiarity with UN procedures and working methods is an asset.
Languages:
Fluency in both written and spoken English and Turkish 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,
Communicating for impact
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
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 judgement
Compensation and Benefits:
The United Nations Population Fund offers you an attractive remuneration package with competitive pay and benefits. Staff members in National Officer Category that are locally recruited are compensated in accordance with the best prevailing conditions of service locally. You can learn more about tax exemption, allowances and benefits, holidays and leave, health insurance, and retirement pension of NO staff on the UN Careers website or the United Nations website".
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. 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 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. Fraudulent notices, letters or offers may be submitted to the UNFPA fraud hotline http://www.unfpa.org/help/hotline.cfm
About UNFPA
We promote gender equality and empower women, girls and young people to take control of their bodies and their futures.
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Contract type
Fixed Term Appointment
Duty station
Ankara
Job categories
Programme/ Development
Closing date
17 April 2026 16:59(America/New_York)
Job ID
32793
Job description
The Position:
The Programme Analyst analyses and assesses relevant political, social and economic trends, guiding and facilitating the delivery of UNFPA’s CSF programme and support other programmes.
With overall supervision from the UNFPA Assistant Representative, the incumbent will receive technical guidance from the Programme Specialist (SRH) and the Operations-Partnerships leads. The incumbent will directly report to the Programme Specialist (SRH) on programmatic matters, who will ensure that operational-partnerships inputs from the relevant leads are fully reflected in overall planning, monitoring, and performance reviews.
How you can make a difference:
Since 1971, UNFPA in Türkiye has worked with government institutions, civil society organizations, municipalities, and the private sector to improve the well-being of women, young people, and vulnerable groups. Under its 8th Country Programme (2026–2030), UNFPA Türkiye focuses on strengthening demographic resilience and promoting women and family-friendly policies; advancing gender equality and women’s empowerment; promoting women’s health and safe motherhood; empowering young people and safeguarding their well-being; and advancing climate action led by women and youth.
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:
Working within a large and complex Country Office (CO) environment in close collaboration with relevant CO colleagues in Programme and Operations teams, you will support the effective management of UNFPA 8th CPD Programme activities in the areas of population and development, reproductive health and gender. Through substantive analysis and assessment of political, social and economic trends, you will be responsible for the management of the EU CSF programme via timely and high quality delivery of outputs in line with the WPs and UNFPA programmes and procedures.
You would be responsible for:
In collaboration with Government counterparts, NGOs and other partners, contributing to the design and implementation of the country programme through the CSF programme and its component projects, aligning with Government priorities and UNFPA programme policies and procedures.
Ensuring appropriate (financial and programmatic) monitoring and oversight mechanisms and systems are established and implemented; including funds and budget monitoring; grants and implementing partner management (FACE and programme); field monitoring.
Analyzing and interpreting the political, social and economic environment relevant to UNFPA activities, and identifying opportunities for UNFPA assistance and intervention.
Analyzing policy papers, strategy documents and national development plans; preparing briefs and inputs for policy dialogue, technical assistance coordination, and development frameworks.
Assessing implications of new policy developments and strategies on programme execution, and ensuring their integration.
Establishing collaborative relationships with in the UNFPA CO/RO/HQs where relevant and with executing agencies, experts, government counterparts and other UN agencies to facilitate timely and efficient delivery of project inputs, attending to inter-agency mechanisms.
Assisting in implementing knowledge management strategies to capture lessons learned and best practices, sharing these with management for future planning supporting training needs of project personnel
Supporting the advocacy and resource mobilization strategy of the CO, by ensuring preparation of relevant documentation, i.e. project summaries, conference papers, speeches, donor profiles, and participating in related meetings and public events.
Performing other duties as required.
Qualifications and Experience:
Education:
Advanced degree in health, population, demography and/or other related social science discipline.
Knowledge and Experience:
Two years professional experience in the field of development and population activities, with experience in programme/project management.
Practical experience in design, monitoring and evaluation of development projects.
Experience using office software packages and web-based management systems.
Working experience with implementing partners and NGOs is an asset.
Knowledge of reproductive health and/or gender and/or protection is an asset.
Working experience with implementing partners and NGOs is an asset.
Working experience with an international organization is an asset.
Familiarity with UN procedures and working methods is an asset.
Languages:
Fluency in both written and spoken English and Turkish 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,
Communicating for impact
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
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 judgement
Compensation and Benefits:
The United Nations Population Fund offers you an attractive remuneration package with competitive pay and benefits. Staff members in National Officer Category that are locally recruited are compensated in accordance with the best prevailing conditions of service locally. You can learn more about tax exemption, allowances and benefits, holidays and leave, health insurance, and retirement pension of NO staff on the UN Careers website or the United Nations website".
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. 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 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. Fraudulent notices, letters or offers may be submitted to the UNFPA fraud hotline http://www.unfpa.org/help/hotline.cfm
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