Strategic Development Director for Latin America and the Caribbean

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Panamá, Panamá, Panamá United Nations Population Fund A tiempo completo

The United Nations Population Fund (UNFPA) is seeking an exceptional leader to serve as the Regional Director for Latin America and the Caribbean. This critical role requires a strategic thinker with extensive experience in public administration, international development, and population dynamics.

Job Purpose:

  • To lead the UNFPA Regional Office in providing high-quality, integrated programme and technical support to countries in the region.
  • To ensure the effective implementation of the UNFPA Strategic Plan 2022-2025 and the ICPD Agenda in the Region.
  • To strengthen country offices and United Nations Country Teams (UNCTs) in results-based programming.
  • To assume leadership and accountability for the management of regional operations and resources.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Provide strategic direction, planning, and management for the Regional Office.
  • Ensure the application of results-based management and quality assurance frameworks and procedures.
  • Establish and oversee processes to ensure the timely and adequate response and support to countries undergoing humanitarian crises.
  • Represent UNFPA at regional and international levels, advocating for the ICPD goals and providing the Fund's regional perspective.
  • Develop and guide an integrated and systems approach to the work of the Regional Office.

Qualifications and Experience:

  • Advanced degree in Public Health, Medicine, Sociology, Demography, Gender, International Relations, International Development, Economics, Public Administration, Management, or related fields.
  • At least 15 years of increasingly responsible professional experience in public administration and international development, with 10 years in population and development at the international level.
  • Deep understanding of the political, social, and economic landscape of Latin America and the Caribbean.
  • Strong track record of leadership in development programmes, proven ability to lead, develop, and motivate diverse teams, and excellent verbal and written communication skills in English and Spanish.

Working with Us:

  • We offer an attractive remuneration package including competitive net salary, health insurance, and other benefits.
  • We promote equal opportunities, diversity, equity, and inclusion, and are committed to gender parity.
  • We foster a healthy work-life balance and encourage active participation and interaction among our team members.


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