Programme Analyst - Affirmative Procurement
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UN Women Nigeria is hiring a Programme Analyst - Affirmative Procurement (NPSA 8, PSA) based in Abuja on a full-time, one-year contract. The role focuses on project management, technical advice on affirmative procurement and finance, and supporting Women Economic Empowerment programming across national and regional initiatives.
- Full-time role based in Abuja, Nigeria
- One-year initial contract under UN Women NPSA 8/PSA level
- Focus on affirmative procurement and women economic empowerment
- Involves project management, donor reporting, and partner coordination
- Opportunity to work on regional West Africa programme
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Programme Analyst - Affirmative Procurement - NPSA 8, PSA at UN Women Nigeria ⏲ Sep 1, 2026, 1:08 PM ⋕ View all NGO & Humanitarian / Nonprofit Organizations jobs UN Women - 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. We are recruiting to fill the position below: Job Title: Programme Analyst - Affirmative Procurement - NPSA 8, PSA Location: Abuja Job Identification: 36616 Employment type: Full-time Initial Contract Duration: 1 Year Key Functions And Accountabilities Project Management and Technical assistance and advice on Affirmative Procurement: Assist to coordinate relationships with key partners to support implementation, raise potential problems and suggest solutions Advice CO/PP senior management and project partners on integration of affirmative finance principles in national policies. Assist the management, supervision, and coordination of consultants and other contractors for the implementation of project activities Assist to monitor project progress according to work plan, and draft monitoring and donor reports 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 Act as Country Focal Person Alternate for the Regional Evaluation of the project Assist the Management of financial resources of the programme including budgeting and budget revisions, and expenditure tracking and reporting Support and oversee technical experts in the provision of technical assistance to institutional partners and Women-led SMEs to access finance 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 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: Coordinate and monitor the implementation of programme activities; Provide inputs to the annual workplan and budget as required; Review and coordinate the submission of implementing partner financial and narrative reports; and Coordinate the call/request for proposals, including the organization of technical review committees, and capacity assessment of partners; Train partners on Results Based Management. Provide technical assistance and capacity development support to project/programme partners: Identify opportunities for capacity building. Provide technical support to and technically oversee the implementation of programme activities with partners; and Provide technical inputs to the monitoring and reporting of the programme/project: Monitor progress on programme activity, results and indicators; Provide inputs to quarterly reports, donor reports and other reports on outputs, results outputs and outcomes. Monitor the implementation of proposals by responsible partners; and 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: 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. 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 Provide inputs to the development of knowledge management products on WEE. The incumbent performs other duties within their functional profile as deemed necessary for the efficient functioning of the Office and the Organization. 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 Support the development of advocacy, knowledge building and communications activities at the national level Key Performance Indicators Quality of knowledge and advocacy products. Timely and quality substantive inputs programme strategies and activities; Adherence to UN Women standards and rules; Relationship with partners and stakeholders; Timely organization of events; Timely and quality substantive inputs to workplans and budgets; Timely monitoring and tracking of programme result and finances; Requirements: 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: Experience: working in programs and projects funded by international institutions (World Bank, African Development Bank; United Nations System) is an asset. Experience: coordinating and liaising with government agencies and/or donors is desirable. 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. Experience: in the WEE is desirable. Knowledge of and experience: working with private sector affirmative sourcing and supply chain practices; Experience: designing and delivering training for women entrepreneurs is an asset In-depth knowledge of gender/public procurement procedures and regulations in West and Central Africa; Competencies : Core Values: Respect for Diversity. Professionalism; Integrity; Core Competencies: Awareness and Sensitivity Regarding Gender Issues; Creative Problem Solving; Effective Communication; Leading by Example. Accountability; Inclusive Collaboration; Stakeholder Engagement; Functional Competencies: Ability to identify and analyse trends, opportunities and threats to fundraising. Good knowledge of Results Based Management Ability to gather and interpret data, reach logical conclusions and present findings and recommendations Good programme formulation, implementation, monitoring and evaluation skills Good analytical skills Good knowledge of technical areas of gender responsive procurement Good budget and finance skills Good knowledge of women business associations How to Apply Interested and qualified candidates should: Click here to apply online Application Deadline: 15th September, 2026. View all Jobs in Nigeria Abuja