Programme Analyst – Ending Violence Against Women (JPO)

About the role

The Junior Professional Officer (JPO) Programme Analyst will support UN Women’s Ending Violence Against Women (EVAW) Section in developing and implementing flagship programmes across selected African pilot countries. This role contributes to the Spotlight Initiative and joint UN health initiatives, providing technical and coordination support at regional level.

Key responsibilities

• Assist in strengthening and coordinating UN agencies’ actions for EVAW flagship programmes in pilot and self‑starter countries.
• Compile country‑team information and results for donor reporting, integrating feedback from the EVAW Policy Advisor.
• Update EVAW information on UN Women’s intranet and support Communities of Practice.
• Support high‑impact EVAW advocacy activities with key partners.
• Provide technical inputs for joint UN initiatives related to maternal health, including policy papers, work plans and communication materials.
• Synthesize and disseminate good practices and lessons learned from flagship programmes.
• Organise webinars and information‑exchange mechanisms on EVAW/G for country and regional offices.

Required profile

• National of an eligible country listed in the JPO scheme (excluding Senegal nationals).
• Relevant academic background in gender, public health, development studies or a related field.
• Experience working on gender‑based violence, public‑health programmes or international development is desirable.
• Strong analytical, writing and coordination skills.

Required skills