Programme Analyst – Women, Peace and Security

About the role

The Programme Analyst will support UN Women’s Women, Peace and Security (WPS) portfolio in Armenia and the South Caucasus. Reporting to the Programme Specialist in Yerevan, the incumbent will provide technical assistance for programme design, implementation, monitoring, evaluation and reporting.

Key responsibilities

• Deliver substantive technical support for the development and execution of WPS programmes, ensuring alignment with UN Women policies.
• Lead policy dialogue, advocacy, capacity‑development initiatives and inter‑agency coordination to advance the WPS agenda.
• Develop and maintain strategic partnerships with government bodies, civil‑society organisations, academia, donors and UN agencies.
• Monitor programme results, prepare performance reports and identify opportunities for improvement.
• Provide high‑level guidance under the senior WPS advisor for the South Caucasus, ensuring quality delivery of all activities.

Required profile

• University degree in international relations, gender studies, development studies or a related field.
• Relevant experience in programme management, policy analysis or WPS within the UN system or similar multilateral environment.
• Strong knowledge of UN Security Council Resolutions on Women, Peace and Security (e.g., 1325) and SDG 5 and 16.
• Fluency in English and Armenian; knowledge of Russian is an asset.
• Excellent analytical, communication and stakeholder‑engagement skills.

Required skills

• Microsoft Office suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
• Project‑management tools (e.g., MS Project, Trello, or similar).
• Data analysis and monitoring‑evaluation software.

What we offer

• Opportunity to contribute to gender‑responsive peacebuilding in a dynamic UN environment.
• Professional development within a globally recognised organization.