Un Women Policy Analyst, IPPSA9, New York USA, New York City

Background:

UN Women, grounded in the vision of equality enshrined in the Charter of the United Nations, works for the elimination of discrimination against women and girls; the empowerment of women; and the achievement of equality between women and men as partners and beneficiaries of development, human rights, humanitarian action and peace and security.

The work of UN Women’s Ending Violence against Women (EVAW) Section is focused on a comprehensive approach to ending violence against women that addresses legislation and policies, prevention, services for survivors, research and data, creating safe public spaces in different settings and strengthening women’s rights movements to end violence against women. In this context, UN Women, together with the UN Trust Fund to End Violence against Women, is implementing the ACT to end Violence against Women and Girls Programme, funded by the European Union to strengthen women’s rights movements, coalition building and advocacy to end gender-based violence against women and girls.

Under the supervision of the Policy Specialist, Prevention, EVAW Section and the Policy and Programme Management Specialist, the Policy Analyst (EVAWG) will provide analytical, policy, and programme support to UN Women's work on preventing violence against women and girls and the ACT to End Violence against Women Programme. The incumbent will contribute to policy analysis, research, evidence generation, knowledge management, programme monitoring, and stakeholder engagement to strengthen evidence-informed policy and programming on EVAWG..

Scope of Work

1. Support policy analysis and provide technical support to EVAWG prevention and ACT programme priorities
• Conduct policy analysis and provide technical inputs to support the development and implementation of UN Women’s global prevention of violence against women and girls (VAWG) agenda and the ACT to End Violence against Women Programme.
• Support the adaptation, dissemination, and application of UN Women policy frameworks, guidance, and tools, including RESPECT Women, the Handbook on National Action Plans to End VAWG, and other evidence-based prevention resources.
• Contribute to the development, review, and quality assurance of policy guidance, technical tools, analytical papers, and knowledge products to strengthen evidence-informed and gender-transformative approaches to preventing VAWG.
• Provide analytical and technical support to ACT Programme initiatives, including the ACT AI School and the ACT Feminist Technology and Innovation Lab, generating evidence and lessons learned to inform policy and programme development.
• Support policy dialogue, technical discussions, and knowledge exchange within ACT global networks and working groups to advance programme priorities and advocacy objectives.

2. Support research, evidence generation, and knowledge management
• Support research and analysis on emerging EVAWG issues, including the manosphere, perpetration of violence, and technology-facilitated violence against women and girls (TF-VAWG), ensuring methodological rigor, quality assurance, and effective collaboration with partners and stakeholders.
• Contribute to the analysis and synthesis of research findings, programme evidence, and lessons learned to inform UN Women policy positions, technical guidance, advocacy efforts, and strategic priorities.
• Support the preparation of policy briefs, analytical reports, presentations, briefing notes, technical papers, talking points, and other knowledge and communication products.
• Contribute to the dissemination and uptake of evidence through webinars, learning events, stakeholder consultations, and strategic communications initiatives.
• Support the management and continuous improvement of knowledge-sharing platforms, including the EVAWG Knowledge Hub, ACT webpage, and other digital knowledge products to strengthen organizational learning and access to evidence.

3. Contribute to policy advocacy, partnerships, and stakeholder engagement
• Provide substantive support to global advocacy and policy engagement opportunities related to EVAWG, including the Commission on the Status of Women (CSW), United Nations General Assembly (UNGA), and the 16 Days of Activism against Gender-Based Violence Campaign.
• Support the development of background materials, policy briefs, briefing notes, and analytical inputs to support engagement with Member States, UN entities, donors, civil society organizations, women's rights organizations, and other strategic partners.
• Support strategic partnerships and collaboration with stakeholders, including the European Union and the Group of Friends for the Elimination of Violence against Women and Girls, to advance EVAWG policy and programme priorities.
• Contribute analytical inputs to resource mobilization efforts, donor reporting, and partnership development initiatives.
• Support technical consultations, webinars, and learning exchanges to facilitate knowledge sharing and promote evidence-informed policy and programming.

4. Support programme monitoring, reporting, and partner engagement
• Contribute to programme planning, monitoring, reporting, and results tracking across the Prevention and ACT portfolios, ensuring alignment with EVAWG strategic priorities and Results Based Management principles.
• Analyze programme performance data and prepare analytical summaries and reports to inform management decision-making, programme learning, and strategic planning.
• Support engagement with programme partners, including monitoring progress, documenting results, identifying lessons learned, and synthesizing evidence from programme implementation.

The incumbent performs other duties within their functional profile as deemed necessary for the efficient functioning of the Office and the Organization. 

Supervisory/Managerial Responsibilities: No direct supervision

Competencies :

Core Values:

Integrity; Professionalism; Respect for Diversity.

Core Competencies:

Awareness and Sensitivity Regarding Gender Issues; Accountability; Creative Problem Solving; Effective Communication; Inclusive Collaboration; Stakeholder Engagement; Leading by Example.

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Functional Competencies:

Strong programme formulation, implementation, monitoring and evaluation skills Ability to develop detailed operational plans, budgets, and deliver on them Ability to synthesize program performance data and produce analytical reports to inform management and strategic decision-making Strong analytical skills Strong knowledge of Results Based Managemennt Good knowledge of UN programme management systems (Prism, Quantum, PGAMs) Experience in coordinating data and research initiatives Thematic experience in gender equality and women’s rights Strong stakeholder engagement skills Experience in resource mobilization desirable

Minimum Qualifications:

Master’s degree or equivalent in Law, Social Sciences, Political Science, Development, Public Administration, Gender is required. A first-level university degree in combination with two additional years of qualifying experience may be accepted in lieu of the advanced university degree At least 2 years progressively responsible experience working on the development of knowledge products focused on Ending Violence against Women and Girls. Experience of working on Prevention of EVAWG, including the UN RESPECT Framework and in engaging men and boys to transform patriarchal masculinities is required. Experience in research and writing, especially on issues of violence against women and gender equality is required. Experience supporting advocacy initiatives on EVAWG at the international level is required. Experience in coordinating high level advocacy events and technical briefings at the UN is required. Experience working in developing countries within the UN system, Agencies, Funds or Programs is required. Experience in monitoring and reporting for projects and programmes is desirable. Experience using UN Women programme management systems including PGAMs, and Quantum is highly desirable. Experience in the usage of computers and office software packages (MS Word, Excel, etc.) is desirable.

Statements :

In July 2010, the United Nations General Assembly created UN Women, the United Nations Entity for Gender Equality and the Empowerment of Women. The creation of UN Women came about as part of the UN reform agenda, bringing together resources and mandates for greater impact. It merges and builds on the important work of four previously distinct parts of the UN system (DAW, OSAGI, INSTRAW and UNIFEM), which focused exclusively on gender equality and women's empowerment.

Diversity and inclusion:

At UN Women, we are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive environment of mutual respect. UN Women recruits, employs, trains, compensates, and promotes regardless of race, religion, color, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, ability, national origin, or any other basis covered by appropriate law. All employment is decided on the basis of qualifications, competence, integrity and organizational need.

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UN Women has a zero-tolerance policy on conduct that is incompatible with the aims and objectives of the United Nations and UN Women, including sexual exploitation and abuse, sexual harassment, abuse of authority and discrimination. All selected candidates will be expected to adhere to UN Women’s policies and procedures and the standards of conduct expected of UN Women personnel and will therefore undergo rigorous reference and background checks. (Background checks will include the verification of academic credential(s) and employment history. Selected candidates may be required to provide additional information to conduct a background check.)

Note: Applicants must ensure that all sections of the application form, including the sections on education and employment history, are completed. If all sections are not completed the application may be disqualified from the recruitment and selection process.