Programme Analyst - Affirmative Procurement

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UN Women is hiring a Programme Analyst for Affirmative Procurement in Abuja, Nigeria on an NPSA-8 national contract. The role supports women's economic empowerment through affirmative inclusion programs, including project management, financial oversight, capacity building, and technical assistance to partners. The position reports to the Programme Specialist for Women's Economic Empowerment and involves close collaboration with government officials, donors, and civil society.

• NPSA-8 national personnel services agreement based in Abuja
• Deadline: September 15, 2026
• Master's degree in social sciences, human rights, gender studies or related field required
• 1 year of development program/project implementation experience needed
• Focus on women's economic empowerment through affirmative procurement in West Africa

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UN Women Programme Analyst- Affirmative Procurement, Abuja, Nigeria, NPSA 8, PSA | UN WOMEN - United Nations Entity for Gender Equality and the Empowerment of Women UN Women Programme Analyst- Affirmative Procurement, Abuja, Nigeria, NPSA 8, PSA UN WOMEN - United Nations Entity for Gender Equality and the Empowerment of Women Abuja National NPSA-8, National Personnel Services Agreement level Speaks Chinese, Arabic, English, French, Russian, Spanish Application deadline: September 15, 2026 (13 days) Apply Summary by Impactpool UN Women is seeking a Programme Analyst for Affirmative Procurement in Abuja, Nigeria. The role involves providing program support for the effective management of UN Women programs, focusing on women's economic empowerment through affirmative inclusion. The Programme Analyst will collaborate with various stakeholders, monitor project progress, and provide technical assistance to partners. Key responsibilities: include project management, financial resource management, capacity building, and contributing to advocacy and knowledge-building efforts. Candidate Requirements: Master’s degree in social sciences, human rights, gender studies, or related field 1 year of experience: in development program/project implementation Knowledge of gender/public procurement procedures in West and Central Africa Experience: in public policy supporting women's entrepreneurship Fluency in English; knowledge of another UN language is desirable Project/program management certification is an advantage 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. In its efforts to support Equal Opportunities for Women Entrepreneurs UN Women WCA will implement the project Women’s Economic Empowerment Through Affirmative Inclusion in Senegal and Nigeria. In each of the countries, the implementation of the project will be led by a national project coordinator. The project coordinators will be responsible for the implementation and monitoring of project activities. They will also serve as subject matter expert on women entrepreneurship. She/he will guide and facilitate the delivery of the project by monitoring results achieved during implementation and ensuring appropriate application of systems and procedures. She/he will work in close collaboration with the programme and operations team, UN Women HQ staff, Government officials, donor and civil society ensuring successful UN Women programme implementation. Reporting to Programme Specialist, WEE. The Programme Analyst provides programme support to the effective management of UN Women programmes in the CO by contributing in the programme design, formulation, implementation and evaluation. The Programme Analyst supports the delivery of UN Women programmes by analyzing results achieved during implementation and supporting appropriate application of systems and procedures. The Programme Analyst works in close collaboration with the programme and operations team, UN Women HQ staff, Government officials, multi and bilateral donors and civil society ensuring successful UN Women programme implementation under portfolio. Key Functions and Accountabilities Project Management and Technical assistance and advice on Affirmative Procurement Act as project officer for the national component of the project Women’s Economic Empowerment through Affirmative Finance in West Africa and lead implementation of national activities Assist to monitor project progress according to work plan, and draft monitoring and donor reports Assist the management, supervision, and coordination of consultants and other contractors for the implementation of project activities Assist to coordinate relationships with key partners to support implementation, raise potential problems and suggest solutions Assist the Management of financial resources of the programme including budgeting and budget revisions, and expenditure tracking and reporting Act as Country Focal Person Alternate for the Regional Evaluation of the project Advice CO/PP senior management and project partners on integration of affirmative finance principles in national policies. Identify capacity building needs and support partners through technical assistance, training and capacity development initiatives, as needed to foster gender- responsive financial services, policies and practices Support and oversee technical experts in the provision of technical assistance to institutional partners and Women-led SMEs to access finance Contribute technically to the development of programme strategies in the area of Women Economic Empowerment (WEE) Provide technical inputs to the design and formulation of programme/ project proposals and initiatives related to WEE Provide technical support to the implementation and management of the WEE programme Provide inputs to the annual workplan and budget as required; Coordinate and monitor the implementation of programme activities; Coordinate the call/request for proposals, including the organization of technical review committees, and capacity assessment of partners; Review and coordinate the submission of implementing partner financial and narrative reports; and Train partners on Results Based Management. Provide technical assistance and capacity development support to project/programme partners Provide technical support to and technically oversee the implementation of programme activities with partners; and Identify opportunities for capacity building. Provide technical inputs to the monitoring and reporting of the programme/project Monitor progress on programme activity, results and indicators; Monitor the implementation of proposals by responsible partners; and Provide inputs to quarterly reports, donor reports and other reports on outputs, results outputs and outcomes. Provide technical inputs to the management of people and finances of WEE programme Monitor budget implementation and programme activity expenditures and perform budget revisions when required; Provide inputs to financial reports; and Oversee the work of Programme Associates and Assistants as needed. Contribute to building partnerships and resource mobilization strategies Provide inputs to resource mobilization strategies; analyze and maintain information and databases; and Provide inputs to relevant documentation such as project summaries, conference papers, briefing notes, speeches, and donor profiles. Provide technical inputs to inter-agency coordination on WEE to achieve coherence and alignment of UN Women programmes with other partners in the Nigeria Provide technical support to the Representative and Deputy Representative on inter-agency coordination related activities by providing inputs to background reports and briefs. Provide inputs to advocacy, knowledge building and communication efforts Provide technical inputs to background documents, briefs and presentations related to WEE; Coordinate and support the organization of advocacy activities and campaigns events, trainings, workshops and knowledge products; and Provide inputs to the development of knowledge management products on WEE. Support the CO in the formulation and implementation of learning strategies to build capacity of UN Women’s and its strategic partners in the area of affirmative finance. Support the development of advocacy, knowledge building and communications activities at the national level Contribute to the exchange of information and provide technical experts in the development of knowledge products Actively participate in UN Women’s Community of Practice on Gender responsive procurement to share results, information and lessons from the project The incumbent performs other duties within their functional profile as deemed necessary for the efficient functioning of the Office and the Organization. Key Performance Indicators Timely and quality substantive inputs programme strategies and activities; Timely and quality substantive inputs to workplans and budgets; Adherence to UN Women standards and rules; Timely monitoring and tracking of programme result and finances; Relationship with partners and stakeholders; Timely organization of events; Quality of knowledge and advocacy products. 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. Please visit this link for more information on UN Women’s Values and Competencies Framework: Functional Competencies: Good programme formulation, implementation, monitoring and evaluation skills Good budget and finance skills Good knowledge of Results Based Management Ability to gather and interpret data, reach logical conclusions and present findings and recommendations Good analytical skills Good knowledge of technical areas of gender responsive procurement Good knowledge of women business associations Ability to identify and analyse trends, opportunities and threats to fundraising Education: and certification: Master’s degree or equivalent in social sciences, human rights, gender/ women’s studies, international development, or a related field 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. A project/programme management certification (such as PMP®, PRINCE2®, or MSP®) would be an added advantage. Experience: At least 1 year of progressively responsible work experience: in development programme/project implementation, coordination, monitoring and evaluation, donor reporting and capacity building. Experience: in public policy and strategy to support women's entrepreneurship. In-depth knowledge of gender/public procurement procedures and regulations in West and Central Africa; Knowledge of and experience: working with private sector affirmative sourcing and supply chain practices; Experience: working in programs and projects funded by international institutions (World Bank, African Development Bank; United Nations System) is an asset. Experience: designing and delivering training for women entrepreneurs is an asset Experience: in the WEE is desirable. Experience: coordinating and liaising with government agencies and/or donors is desirable. Language Requirements: Fluency in English is required. Knowledge of another official UN language is desirable (French, Arabic, Chinese, Russian or Spanish).t 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. If you need any reasonable accommodation to support your participation in the recruitment and selection process, please include this information in your application. 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 . At Impactpool we do our best to provide you the most accurate info, but closing dates may be wrong on our site. Please check on the recruiting organization's page for the exact info. Candidates are responsible for complying with deadlines and are encouraged to submit applications well ahead. Before applying, please make sure that you have read the requirements: for the position and that you qualify. Applications from non-qualifying applicants will most likely be discarded by the recruiting manager. Summary by Impactpool UN Women is seeking a Programme Analyst for Affirmative Procurement in Abuja, Nigeria. The role involves providing program support for the effective management of UN Women programs, focusing on women's economic empowerment through affirmative inclusion. The Programme Analyst will collaborate with various stakeholders, monitor project progress, and provide technical assistance to partners. Key responsibilities: include project management, financial resource management, capacity building, and contributing to advocacy and knowledge-building efforts. Candidate Requirements: Master’s degree in social sciences, human rights, gender studies, or related field 1 year of experience: in development program/project implementation Knowledge of gender/public procurement procedures in West and Central Africa Experience: in public policy supporting women's entrepreneurship Fluency in English; knowledge of another UN language is desirable Project/program management certification is an advantage Fellowship Master the recruitment process of the impact sector! Become a fellow and gain access to Impactpool's premium material that will boost your career in the impact sector Explore fellowship Show UN WOMEN - United Nations Entity for Gender Equality and the Empowerment of Women that you are interested in them Recruiters from the organization will be able to view your profile, contact you for current & future vacancies and engage you on opportunities that match your skills and interest. 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