Regional Director of Population and Development for Latin America and the Caribbean
hace 4 días
The United Nations Population Fund is seeking a highly experienced and skilled individual to fill the position of Regional Director, Latin America and the Caribbean. This role requires a deep understanding of the political, social, and economic landscape of the region and a proven track record of leadership in development programmes.
Job DescriptionAs Regional Director, you will be responsible for leading the strategic positioning of UNFPA in the Region, ensuring the Regional Office fulfills its overall terms of reference, and providing high-quality, integrated programme and technical support in response to the needs of country offices and country programmes.
- Strategic direction, planning, and management:
- Provide continuous feedback and advice to the Office of the Executive Director on political, economic, and social trends and perspectives in the region.
- Advance UNFPA's strategic vision, goals, and outcomes in the development of regional and country strategies and programmes and in the monitoring and reporting activities of the Region.
- Programme support and representation:
- Act as the principal adviser on regional issues to the senior management of UNFPA.
- Ensure that the Regional Office provides high-quality, integrated programme and technical support in response to the needs of country offices and country programmes.
- Program Oversight and Results Management:
- Oversee implementation of the regional and country programmes, ensuring that they reflect country and regional priorities.
- Ensure the application of results-based management and quality assurance frameworks and procedures for the work of the Regional Office and Country Offices.
- Operational Leadership and Resource Management:
- Assume overall accountability for the management and work of the Regional Office.
- Propose and secure annual allocations for the Regional Office, the regional programme, and country programmes, and ensure the efficient and effective use of such resources in compliance with UNFPA financial rules, regulations, and procedures.
Required Skills and Qualifications:
- Advanced degree (preferably PhD) in Public Health, Medicine, Sociology, Demography, Gender, International Relations, International Development, Economics, Public Administration, Management or other related fields.
- Over 15 years of increasingly responsible professional experience in public administration and international development, with at least 10 years in the field of 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 a diverse team of programme specialists to achieve demonstrable results.
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills in English and Spanish.
Benefits:
- This position offers an attractive remuneration package, including a competitive net salary plus health insurance and other benefits as applicable.
Others:
- The term for this position is limited to five years from the date of assignment. The term may be extended by a maximum of one year at the discretion of the Executive Director.
- Candidates who are selected for positions with term limits shall be granted fixed-term appointments.
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