Programme Analyst, Foresight; Strategic Planning Branch, Programme Division, Nairobi, P-1

Job Purpose:
The Programme Analyst, Foresight, will contribute to the UNFPA strategic planning areas of work. The incumbent will be responsible for:

Supporting the development and the operationalization of a strategy for institutionalising foresight within UNFPA
Supporting coordinating Foresight activities both internal and external to UNFPA
Supporting the foresight research and knowledge sharing activities
Supporting foresight capacity-building activities to equip staff with knowledge and skills to integrate foresight into programming and policy making
Performing other duties as required by the Chief of the Branch or the Director of the Division.

Qualifications and Experience:
Education:

Advanced university degree, preferably in economics, business administration, sociology, international development, public administration, and other related disciplines.

Knowledge and Experience:

Expertise in areas such as social work, development studies, public health, gender, law/human rights, international relations, and/or other related social science disciplines.
At least one year of relevant experience in foresight, public health or other related areas; prior experience in the field is desirable
Experience in humanitarian affairs and emergency relief management is an asset

Languages:

Fluency in English; knowledge of other official UN languages is desirable.

Apply via :

www.unfpa.org