Programme Analyst, Gender and Social Policy
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United Nations Population Fund (UNFPA)
- Career category: Advocacy/ Policy, Programme/ Project design & management
- Job type: Job
- Experience level: 2-5 years
- Organisation type: Inter-governmental
- Remote option: No
- Right to work requirements: Nationals-only contract
- Remuneration: Remuneration not disclosed
- Work schedule: Full-time
- Length of contract: Temporary/ Fixed-term
- Deadline: 04/11/2026
- Location: Turkmenistan
The Position:
The Programme Analyst, Gender and Social Policy is located in the UNFPA Turkmenistan Country Office (CO). Under the overall guidance and direct supervision of the Head of Office, the Programme Analyst on Gender and Social Policy substantively contributes to the effective management of UNFPA programmes in the area of gender equality, in related social policies, and legal frameworks.
Job Purpose:
The Programme Analyst will provide technical guidance and policy advice to advance UNFPA programmes in the areas of Gender and Social Policy elaborated in the UNFPA Turkmenistan country programme 2026-2030. In particular, primary focus will be towards ensuring that gender based violence (GBV) legislation is developed and enacted, a multisectoral response to GBV is in place, and gender responsive approach to development planning is ensured in the social sector, including health, education, and social protection.
Job Purpose:
The Programme Analyst will provide technical guidance and policy advice to advance UNFPA programmes in the areas of Gender and Social Policy elaborated in the UNFPA Turkmenistan country programme 2026-2030. In particular, primary focus will be towards ensuring that gender based violence (GBV) legislation is developed and enacted, a multisectoral response to GBV is in place, and gender responsive approach to development planning is ensured in the social sector, including health, education, and social protection.
S/he analyses and assesses relevant political, social and economic trends and provides substantive inputs to programme formulation and evaluation, UN joint programme initiatives and national development frameworks. The Programme Analyst on Gender and Social Policy also contributes to the delivery of UNFPA’s programmes by monitoring results achieved under the portfolio.
Qualifications and Experience:
Qualifications and Experience:
Education:
- Advanced degree in Law, Legal studies, Social sciences, International relations, Political science,, sociology, gender studies, development studies and/or other related social science field.
Knowledge and Experience:
- A minimum of two(2) years of relevant professional experience in programme/ project management preferably in the public sector, international organizations or with non-governmental organizations in the area of Jurisprudence, Gender Equality and Social Policy
- Experience in evidence- based monitoring and evaluation of genderand social policy projects/programmes. programmes
- Proven ability to interpret, advocate for and advance a policy-oriented agenda
- Proven track record, practical experience and knowledge in promoting gender equality and rights-based social development programmes,
- Knowledge of UN policies and procedures, work modalities, particularly within the UNFPA mandate will be an asset.
Languages:
- Fluency in oral and written English, Russian and Turkmen is required.
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