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 expands the possibilities for women and young people to lead healthy and productive lives

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