Apply for the UN Women JPO Programme Analyst (Ending Violence Against Women) Position in Senegal – Deadline 29 June 2026 @Deadline 29 June 2026

Young development professionals interested in advancing gender equality and ending violence against women now have an exciting international career opportunity.

UN Women has announced applications for the Junior Professional Officer (JPO) Programme Analyst – Ending Violence Against Women (EVAW) position based in Dakar, Senegal.

The position is offered under the Government of the Netherlands-sponsored JPO Programme and is designed for talented early-career professionals seeking to gain hands-on experience within the United Nations system while contributing to impactful programmes across Africa.

About the Position

The Programme Analyst will support UN Women’s Ending Violence Against Women (EVAW) Section in West and Central Africa. The role focuses on strengthening regional efforts to prevent and respond to violence against women and girls, supporting flagship initiatives, coordinating partnerships, conducting research, and contributing to advocacy and programme implementation.

The successful candidate will work closely with governments, UN agencies, civil society organizations, donors, and development partners to advance gender equality and women’s rights across the region.

Position Details

• Organization: UN Women
• Job Title: JPO Programme Analyst – Ending Violence Against Women
• Location: Dakar, Senegal
• Grade: P2
• Contract Type: Fixed-Term
• Duration: 1 year with possibility of extension
• Application Deadline: 29 June 2026
• Employment Type: Full-Time

Key Responsibilities

The selected Programme Analyst will:

• Support the development and implementation of Ending Violence Against Women flagship programmes.
• Assist in coordinating UN agencies and regional partners.
• Contribute to donor reporting and programme monitoring.
• Conduct research and policy analysis on gender equality and violence against women.
• Draft reports, concept notes, briefing papers, and advocacy materials.
• Support resource mobilization and partnership development efforts.
• Organize workshops, webinars, advocacy campaigns, and knowledge-sharing events.
• Assist with annual work plans, budgets, and programme implementation activities.

Eligibility Requirements

Applicants must meet the following criteria:

Education

Candidates must possess:

• A Master’s degree in Gender Studies, Development Studies, Economics, International Relations, Sociology, or a related field.

OR

• A Bachelor’s degree with at least four years of relevant professional experience.

Experience

Applicants should have:

• At least two years of paid professional experience in programme or project implementation, monitoring and evaluation, donor reporting, or capacity-building activities.
• Experience working on gender equality, women’s rights, or violence against women programmes is highly desirable.
• Experience coordinating with governments, donors, NGOs, or international organizations is an advantage.
• Strong analytical, research, and report-writing skills.

Language Requirements

• Fluency in English is required.
• Knowledge of French is considered a strong asset.
• Knowledge of another UN language is an advantage.

JPO Eligibility Conditions

This vacancy is exclusively open to nationals of countries eligible under the Netherlands JPO Programme.

Additional requirements include:

• Applicants must be 32 years old or younger by 31 December of the application year.
• A substantial portion of the applicant’s university education must have taken place in an eligible developing country.
• Previous work experience within the UN system must not exceed one year, including internships, consultancies, or UN Volunteer assignments.

Learning and Career Development Opportunities

The selected candidate will benefit from:

• Participation in the UN Women Programme Policy and Operations Induction Course in New York.
• Access to extensive UN Women training and professional development opportunities.
• A Duty Travel and Training Allowance (DTTA) of USD 4,000 per year.
• Exposure to regional and global gender equality initiatives.
• Practical experience in programme management, advocacy, policy development, and partnership building.

Application Process

Interested candidates should prepare and submit:

• A motivation letter in English explaining their suitability for the role.
• A copy of their passport.
• A copy of their Master’s degree certificate (or equivalent qualification).
• Any additional documentation requested in the official application portal.

Applications must be submitted before 29 June 2026.

Why Apply?

This UN Women JPO opportunity offers young professionals a unique pathway into the United Nations system while contributing to transformative work aimed at ending violence against women and girls. Successful candidates will gain international development experience, strengthen their leadership and policy skills, and support high-impact gender equality initiatives across Africa.

Eligible candidates are encouraged to apply before the closing date and take advantage of this prestigious international career opportunity.

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