Individual Consultant: Programme Specialist, SRHR
Pay and conditions
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Job Description
Coordinates the 2gether 4 SRHR regional programme for UNFPA and partner agencies, advancing sustainable financing and comprehensive sexual and reproductive health and rights in Eastern and Southern Africa. The consultant supports country programmes, technical assistance and knowledge hubs, while convening partners and developing advocacy, communications and evidence products for regional action.
Key Details
Department
2gether 4 SRHR Programme
Position details
Experience level
Mid
Minimum experience
5 years
Category
Professional
Grade
P-3
Employment type
Contractor
Arrangement
Hybrid
Education
Postgraduate degree
Recruitment scope
International
Contract duration
11 months
Job areas
Language Requirements
Required
English
Desired
French, Portuguese
Summary of Responsibilities
- Convene regional and interagency platforms for coordinated SRHR action
- Develop, implement, monitor and report programme workplans
- Support countries with SRHR workplans, budgets, technical assistance and implementation documentation
- Oversee studies, assessments and knowledge products on SRHR
- Support national SRHR policies, strategies and guidelines
- Develop and maintain the regional technical-assistance and knowledge hubs
- Convene stakeholders to share promising practices in SRHR programming
- Coordinate regional advocacy and develop messages for senior policy makers
Role Requirements
- Advanced university degree in Health Sciences, Social Sciences, Public Health, Development Studies or a related field
- At least five years of professional experience in programme and project management and coordination
- At least five years of SRHR experience including policy formulation, research and advocacy
- Experience providing SRHR technical assistance to countries and ministries of health in Eastern and Southern Africa
- Fluency in English
- Proficiency with standard Microsoft Office packages and internet tools
Desired Criteria
- Previous experience with the United Nations or an international institution or organisation
- Experience in comprehensive abortion care
Skills to Have
Tools Knowledge
Additional info
- Eleven-month consultancy through 31 August 2027
- Based at UNFPA ESARO in Johannesburg with remote work by agreement
- Regional travel expected
- Submit a CV, cover letter and three relevant work samples for consideration for future assignments
Source & verification
IGO Jobs sourced this vacancy from UNFPA Careers, on 11 Aug 2026.