Strategic Engagement Adviser: Policy, Population and Data

Leads UNFPA Malawi policy, population and data work, using demographic intelligence, evidence-based advocacy and sustainable financing engagement to shape national planning, partnerships and programme strategy.

Department: Policy, Population and Data Unit

• Lead UNFPA engagement to integrate population dynamics into national development planning
• Lead high-level policy dialogue with government, UN and development partners on ICPD and UNFPA priorities
• Use population data and demographic intelligence to shape country strategies and advocacy messages
• Oversee support to government on census, surveys, civil registration and vital statistics systems
• Strengthen national information systems and use of disaggregated data for policies and programmes
• Lead engagement on sustainable financing for population and SRHR programmes
• Develop policy briefs, analytical reports and demographic profiles for evidence-based advocacy
• Provide strategic leadership and supervision for the Policy, Population and Data Unit

• Completed Master degree in demography, economics, population studies, public policy, political science, statistics, development studies or public health
• At least 7 years of increasingly responsible professional experience in policy development, demographic analysis, development or health economics, public financing, national development planning or policy development
• Demonstrated experience in policy engagement and strategic dialogue with government institutions
• Proven experience using population data, demographic trends and analytical evidence to inform policy development, national planning and development strategies
• Experience supporting evidence-based policy advocacy and accountability mechanisms related to population dynamics, SRHR and development commitments
• Demonstrated ability to engage government, parliamentarians, UN agencies, development partners, civil society, academia and research institutions
• Experience developing policy briefs, analytical reports, strategic think pieces and talking points
• Fluency in oral and written English

• Attractive remuneration package includes competitive net salary plus health insurance and other applicable benefits
• Selection and appointment may be subject to background and reference checks, medical clearance, visa issuance and other administrative requirements