Project Assistant (UNFPA)

As a result of the full-scale war in Ukraine, the number of women, men, girls and boys who have suffered from war-related violence, particularly sexual violence, in the country has increased, which is why to support and assist the survivors, UNFPA has established a range of assistance services all across Ukraine. By working collaboratively with partners and mobilizing resources to serve even the most hard-to-reach areas, UNFPA strives to mitigate the long-term impact of the war on the lives of women and girls, men and boys, helping to ensure that they not only survive but also have the necessary support to rebuild their lives and communities. This is in particular done through the membership in the Inter-Agency Working Group to Respond to CRSV and Assist Survivors established to design, implement and monitor the Implementation Plan for the Framework of Cooperation on Prevention and Response to CRSV signed in 2022 between the Government of Ukraine and the United Nations.

With respect to the mentioned above, UNFPA is seeking highly motivated candidates who share our passion of making a sound contribution to creating a Ukrainian society free from gender-based violence, prevent maternal mortality, where every young person can develop their full potential, including in humanitarian settings. Working within a large and complex Country Office (CO) environment, the incumbent will support the effective management of UNFPA activities in the areas of population and development, reproductive health, and gender with a particular focus on CRSV response.

Requirements for candidates:

• 1 year of experience in administrative assistance and development projects/initiatives, non-profit sphere.
• Experience in programmes/projects related to social protection, GBV prevention & response, sexual and reproductive health, women’s empowerment and access to rights is a strong asset, as is experience working in the UN or other international development organizations positioned to provide a degree of humanitarian relief for conflict-affected people and other people in need.
• Experience in working with GBV/sexual violence survivors, knowledge of the best international practices and approaches (such as survive-centred approach and Do No Harm, etc.) employed as part of response mechanisms is an exceptional asset.
• Practical experience in design, monitoring and evaluation of development projects is a strong asset.
• Bachelor degree or equivalent in project management, administration or any relevant to the position fields
• Ukrainian, Level: Fluent, Required
• English, Level: Fluent, Desirable

You will have the opportunity to apply your talent while working for a noble cause. UN Volunteers receive a monthly living allowance (VLA), as well as life insurance and full health insurance.

This position comes with the following benefits and entitlements for UN Volunteers (National UN Youth Volunteer):

• Monthly Volunteer Living Allowance (VLA) (equivalent in UAH): USD 1,270
• Medical and life insurance: Cigna Private Insurance
• Annual leave: 30 days
• Certified sick leave: 30 days annually
• Uncertified sick leave: 7 days annually
• Learning leave: 10 days annually

To apply for a vacancy, please first register on the UN Volunteers platform https://app.unv.org/ and send an application using this link: https://app.unv.org/opportunities/1755798284631296

The final date to apply is May 16 inclusive.