Programme Associate

About the role

The Programme Associate supports the Women’s Economic Empowerment Unit in Dakar, assisting the programme team with research, financial management and implementation of UN Women’s initiatives.

Key responsibilities

• Provide administrative support for programme work plans, budgets, proposals and audit information.
• Manage financial processes in the Quantum system, including project creation, budget revisions, requisitions and expense tracking.
• Coordinate logistical arrangements for meetings, workshops, missions and travel for the programme team.
• Prepare public information materials, briefing packets and presentations for high‑level officials.
• Support resource mobilisation by drafting cost‑sharing agreements and processing donor information.

Required profile

• Minimum secondary education; Bachelor’s degree in Business or Public Administration is an asset.
• At least 7 years of progressive experience in finance or programme management.
• Fluency in French; knowledge of English or Spanish is desirable.

Required skills

• Proficiency with the Quantum ERP system (or similar web‑based ERP).
• Experience using Oracle Cloud or comparable cloud‑based financial platforms.
• Advanced Microsoft Office skills, especially Excel for budgeting and reporting.
• Strong financial reporting and budget preparation abilities.
• Data management and document control expertise.