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Programme Analyst

UN Women

Uganda Full time Administration
Posted: Jul 29, 2026 5 days ago 26 views

Job Description

 

UN Women Uganda – Programme Analyst (Gender Equality & Women’s Empowerment)

Organisation: UN Women
Duty Station: Moroto, Uganda
Job Type: Full-Time
Sector: NGO / International Development / Gender Equality / Humanitarian Programmes
Category: Programme Management, Gender, Monitoring & Evaluation, Development Work
Deadline: Check official UN Women recruitment portal
About UN Women Uganda
UN Women is the United Nations organisation dedicated to advancing gender equality and the empowerment of women worldwide. Established on the principles of equality and human rights, UN Women works to eliminate discrimination against women and girls, promote women’s leadership, strengthen women’s economic empowerment, and support inclusive development, humanitarian action, peace, and security.
UN Women Uganda partners with government institutions, civil society organisations, development partners, donors, and communities to implement programmes that improve the lives of women and girls.

Job Summary

The Programme Analyst – Gender Equality and Women’s Empowerment (GEWE) will support the effective coordination, implementation, monitoring, and reporting of UN Women programmes at sub-national level, particularly within the Karamoja region.
The role focuses on strengthening partnerships, supporting Women’s Economic Empowerment (WEE) initiatives, coordinating with government and development actors, providing technical guidance on gender mainstreaming, and ensuring evidence-based programme delivery.
The Programme Analyst will work closely with government agencies, UN partners, donors, NGOs, and community stakeholders to advance gender equality priorities and improve women’s participation in social and economic development.

Key Responsibilities

1. Gender Equality Programme Coordination
  • Support coordination of UN Women programmes and gender equality initiatives in the Karamoja region.
  • Represent UN Women in coordination meetings, working groups, and inter-agency forums.
  • Strengthen collaboration with government departments, UN agencies, NGOs, donors, and private sector partners.
  • Ensure Gender Equality and Women’s Empowerment (GEWE) priorities are integrated into development programmes.
  • Participate in gender coordination platforms including Gender in Humanitarian Action (GiHA) forums.

2. Technical Support and Capacity Building

  • Provide technical advice on gender mainstreaming and women empowerment programming.
  • Develop tools, guidelines, and approaches to support partners implementing gender-responsive projects.
  • Identify capacity gaps among partners and coordinate training, mentorship, and technical support.
  • Support partners in integrating gender equality principles into strategic plans and programme activities.
  • Promote inclusive approaches targeting vulnerable and marginalised groups.

3. Women’s Economic Empowerment (WEE) Programme Support

  • Support the design and implementation of Women’s Economic Empowerment programmes.
  • Contribute to development of project proposals, concept notes, policy briefs, and advocacy materials.
  • Provide technical support during programme implementation.
  • Support coordination of implementing partner activities and reporting.
  • Guide partners on Results-Based Management (RBM) tools and performance indicators.
  • Participate in programme review meetings and evaluations.

4. Monitoring, Evaluation and Reporting

  • Support development of monitoring frameworks for gender equality programmes.
  • Track programme performance, results, outputs, and outcomes.
  • Support data collection, analysis, and reporting processes.
  • Prepare quarterly, donor, and programme performance reports.
  • Participate in field monitoring visits and assessments.
  • Support evidence generation through research, learning documents, and impact reports.
  • Ensure programmes comply with UN Women monitoring and reporting standards.

5. Partnership Development and Resource Mobilisation

  • Support development of partnerships with government, donors, NGOs, and private sector stakeholders.
  • Conduct research on potential funding opportunities.
  • Prepare donor briefs and resource mobilisation documents.
  • Support engagement with development partners to strengthen programme sustainability.
  • Identify opportunities for collaboration and joint initiatives.

Required Qualifications

Education Requirements
Applicants should have:
  • A Master’s Degree in any of the following fields:
    • Gender Studies
    • Women’s Studies
    • International Development Studies
    • Social Sciences
    • Human Rights
    • Economics
    • Agriculture
    • Business Administration
    • Related fields
OR
  • A first-level university degree combined with additional qualifying professional experience may be accepted.
Additional certification in Project Management, Monitoring & Evaluation, Gender Programming, or Development Management is an added advantage.

Required Experience

Candidates should have:
  • Minimum 3 years of professional experience in programme design, implementation, monitoring, and evaluation.
  • Experience working in gender equality, women empowerment, development, or humanitarian programmes.
  • Experience supporting Women’s Economic Empowerment initiatives.
  • Experience coordinating with government institutions, donors, NGOs, or international organisations.
  • Experience preparing programme reports, proposals, and analytical documents.
  • Experience working with Results-Based Management (RBM) approaches.
Experience within the UN system is an added advantage.

Key Skills and Competencies

Successful candidates should demonstrate:
Programme Management Skills
  • Programme planning and implementation.
  • Monitoring and evaluation skills.
  • Results-Based Management knowledge.
  • Ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines.
Gender and Development Expertise
  • Strong understanding of gender equality principles.
  • Knowledge of women’s empowerment approaches.
  • Understanding of gender-responsive programming.
Analytical and Reporting Skills
  • Ability to analyse programme data.
  • Strong report writing skills.
  • Ability to prepare donor reports and policy documents.
Communication Skills
  • Excellent written and verbal communication.
  • Stakeholder engagement skills.
  • Ability to work with diverse partners.
Technical Skills
  • Computer literacy including Microsoft Word and Excel.
  • Knowledge of database systems and ERP systems is desirable.
  • Ability to use digital tools for programme management and reporting.

Core UN Women Values

Applicants should demonstrate:
  • Respect for Diversity
  • Integrity
  • Professionalism
  • Accountability
  • Gender Awareness
  • Creative Problem Solving
  • Effective Communication
  • Inclusive Collaboration
  • Stakeholder Engagement
  • Leadership by Example

What Your CV Should Include

To improve your chances of being shortlisted, your CV should clearly highlight:
Professional Summary
A strong summary showing experience in:
  • Gender equality programming.
  • Women empowerment projects.
  • NGO or international development work.
  • Programme coordination.
  • Monitoring and evaluation.
Work Experience
Include:
  • Organisation name.
  • Job title.
  • Employment dates.
  • Key responsibilities.
  • Achievements and measurable results.
Highlight experience in:
  • Managing development projects.
  • Working with government and donors.
  • Preparing reports.
  • Conducting field monitoring.
  • Supporting community programmes.
Technical Skills
Include:
  • Programme Management
  • Gender Mainstreaming
  • Women Economic Empowerment
  • Monitoring & Evaluation
  • Results-Based Management (RBM)
  • Donor Reporting
  • Data Analysis
  • Stakeholder Engagement
  • Microsoft Office Applications
Education Section
Include:
  • Degree qualifications.
  • Professional certifications.
  • Relevant trainings.

CV Tips for UN Women Applications

 Tailor your CV specifically for gender equality and development roles.
 Use keywords from the job advert such as Gender Equality, Women Empowerment, RBM, Programme Management, Monitoring and Evaluation, Stakeholder Engagement.
Highlight achievements rather than only listing duties.
Include experience working with NGOs, government agencies, donors, or UN partners.
Keep your CV professional, clear, and achievement-focused.

Cover Letter / Expression of Interest Tips

Your cover letter should explain:
1. Why You Are Interested
Explain your commitment to:
  • Gender equality.
  • Women’s empowerment.
  • Community development.
  • Human rights.
2. Why You Are Qualified
Mention:
  • Years of experience.
  • Relevant programmes managed.
  • Partnerships built.
  • Monitoring and reporting experience.
3. Your Key Achievements
Include examples such as:
  • Successful implementation of projects.
  • Improved programme outcomes.
  • Successful coordination with partners.
  • Contributions to policy or advocacy initiatives.
4. Your Contribution to UN Women
Explain how your skills will support:
  • Women’s economic empowerment.
  • Gender-responsive programming.
  • Evidence-based decision making.
  • Sustainable development.

Career Opportunities Related to This Role

Professionals with experience in this position can progress into roles such as:
  • Programme Manager
  • Gender Specialist
  • Monitoring & Evaluation Manager
  • Development Programme Coordinator
  • Project Director
  • Women Empowerment Advisor
  • NGO Country Programme Manager
  • UN Programme Officer

How to Apply

Interested candidates who meet the qualifications should submit their application through the official UN Women recruitment platform before the stated deadline.
Applicants should ensure their CV clearly demonstrates relevant experience, technical skills, and achievements related to gender equality, programme management, and development work.
Important: Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
 

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Job Overview

  • Job Type: Full time
  • Experience Level: Intermediate
  • Education Level: Bachelors
  • Vacancies: 1
  • Category: Administration
  • Location: Uganda
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