UNFPA Vacancy Announcement

Position of Program Associate-RH at the United Nations Population Fund (UNFPA) in Uganda.

Are you passionate about advancing Reproductive Health and Rights, Gender Equality, and Population & Development? Are you ready for the challenge?

The United Nations Population Fund (UNFPA) is looking for professionals with management and substantive experience in advancing development programs in the area of Reproductive Health in its 2010-2014 country Programme.

You will be part of a dynamic effort in Assisting UNFPA in leading on advice and support to the Government of Uganda, National Alliances and Networks in Civil Society, Cultural and Faith based organizations.

You will need 3-5 years of proven experience in programme/project management in the public or private sector, Subscribing to the values of the United Nations is essential and knowledge about how the United Nations works will be an advantage.

You will be someone who is a self starter, able to see through initiatives and bring energy, drive, ideas and innovation to the work of UNFPA in Uganda. You will be a person who works well in a multi disciplinary setting, across different sectors and management levels. You should have a track record of achieving results, a believer in teamwork and a strong communicator.

You will be skilled in partnership and networking, including with the media.

A full job description of the post can be accessed on the website http://uganda.unfpa.org

Email applications

1. Should be sent to vacancyug@unfpa.org

2. Applications should be less than 10MB. (This includes the Cover letter and the P11 Form).

3. The subject of the email should clearly reflect the position you are applying for and include your full names.

Deadline for applications: 25th March, 2011.

UNFPA provides a work environment that reflects the values of gender equality, teamwork, respect for diversity, integrity, and a healthy work life balance.

NOTE: There is no application processing or other fee at any stage of the application process. UNFPA does not solicit or screen for information in respect of HIV or AIDS and does not discriminate on the basis of HIV/AIDS status.

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