National Post: Programme Assistant

hace 3 semanas

Panamá Provincia de Panamá, Panamá UNFPA A tiempo completo

**The Position**:

- As the Programme Assistant, you will play a pivotal role in supporting the Regional Office’s programme and operational efforts in Population & Development as well as Programme Coordination._
- This dynamic role combines administrative, organizational, and programmatic responsibilities to ensure smooth coordination and effective delivery of UNFPA's objectives in the region. You will be part of a collaborative and results-driven team, helping to strengthen systems and streamline processes that align with UNFPA's strategic priorities._
- Under the overall guidance and direct supervision of the Regional Advisor for Population and Development and with a dotted line to the Regional Programme Coordinator, with close collaboration with the Regional Thematic Teams, and you will also work closely with the Operations Manager and their team to provide timely operational and programmatic support to Country Offices (COs)._

**How you can make a difference**:
UNFPA is the lead UN agency for delivering a world where every pregnancy is wanted, every childbirth is safe and every young person's potential is fulfilled. UNFPA’s strategic plan (2022-2025), reaffirms the relevance of the current strategic direction of UNFPA and focuses on three transformative results: to end preventable maternal deaths; end unmet need for family planning; and end gender-based violence and harmful practices. These results capture our strategic commitments on accelerating progress towards realizing the ICPD and SDGs in the Decade of Action leading up to 2030. Our strategic plan calls upon UN Member States, organizations and individuals to “build forward better”, while addressing the negative impacts of the Covid-19 pandemic on women’s and girls’ access to sexual and reproductive health and reproductive rights, recover lost gains and realize our goals.

In a world where fundamental human rights are at risk, we need principled and ethical staff, who embody these international norms and standards, and who will defend them courageously and with full conviction.

**Job Purpose**:

- As a Programme Assistant, you will be at the heart of the Regional Office’s efforts to drive meaningful change in the region. Your role is crucial in providing programme, administrative, and financial support to ensure the effective implementation of initiatives that advance UNFPA’s mission of improving lives and promoting sustainable development. You will play a key role in supporting Country Offices, assisting with the management of regional activities, and contributing to the smooth functioning of technical and operational processes._
- In this role, you will be a vital link between the programme and technical teams, assisting in data management, and coordination efforts that empower the team to make informed decisions and maximize impact. If you are organized, proactive, and thrive in a collaborative environment, this position offers a unique opportunity to contribute to a mission-driven organization and make a tangible difference in the lives of people across the region._

**You would be responsible for**:
**Programme and Operational Support**
- Support the preparation, implementation, and monitoring of the regional programme, ensuring alignment with organizational priorities.
- Draft, finalize, and review correspondence, ensuring clarity and compliance with organizational standards.
- Ensure optimal communication flows with internal and external partners and within the team through effective use of written, verbal and electronic communication.
- Review incoming correspondence, collect and prepare necessary information to reply, ensuring correct spelling, punctuation and formatting; and draft and finalize correspondence responses to routine matters.

**Event and Logistics Management**
- Coordinate logístical, administrative, and financial arrangements for technical workshops, inter-agency meetings, panel discussions, missions, and other events.
- Prepare travel authorizations, arrange travel logistics, and process related documentation.

**Data and Information Management**
- Maintain and update country, partner, and project files, including progress reports, work plans, and budgets, in compliance with UNFPA guidelines.
- Compile, analyze, and process data and information from donors, Country Offices, and partners for reports, guidelines, and position papers.
- Manage and maintain an online filing system for records and resources, including audio-visual materials; maintain up-to-date electronic mailing lists up to date (internal and external). Ensure that information is accurate, organized and readily accessible.

**Financial and Administrative Tasks**
- Prepare requisitions, create vouchers, and process payments in ATLAS, as required.
- Utilize UNFPA reporting systems to produce financial status reports for programmes and projects.
- Ensure compliance with UNFPA rules, regulations, and procedures in all administrative and financial

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