UNFPA is hiring a Programme Consultant

Purpose of consultancy:

The UNFPA Representation Office to the European Union (ROEU) in Brussels is looking for a consultant to assist in resource mobilization and contract management of development projects funded by the European Commission (EC).

Scope of work:

• Support to resource mobilization

  • Assist with the identification and dissemination of new funding opportunities under the EU’s international development cooperation (non-humanitarian).

  • Monitor, update, and follow-up on deadlines for submission of EU funding proposals for international development cooperation.

  • Conduct a detailed review of narrative funding proposals under UNFPA’s EU funded development portfolio to ensure their overall quality and conformity with established requirements.

  • Assist the review of draft EU Contribution Agreements under UNFPA’s EU funded development portfolio to ensure conformity with established requirements.

  • Assist the review of standard instruments signed between UNFPA and other UN agencies for EU funded Joint Programmes to ensure their compliance with relevant templates and guidelines.

• Support to Contract Management

  • Support the maintenance of UNFPA ROEU’s records and electronic filing for UNFPA’s EU funded development portfolio.

  • Monitor, update, and follow-up on reporting deadlines for UNFPA’s EU funded development portfolio.

  • Conduct detailed review of interim and final narrative reports under UNFPA’s EU funded development portfolio to ensure their overall quality and compliance with EU related requirements.

  • Support data entry and updating of UNFPA’s EU funded projects in the European Commission’s Operational System (OPSYS).

  • Support compliance with EU visibility requirements under UNFPA’s EU funded development portfolio.

  • Assist in the review of draft contractual amendments (including revised contractual amendments) under UNFPA’s EU funded development portfolio.

Duration of contract:

6 months contract (full time)

Place where services are to be delivered:

UNFPA Representation Office to the European Union (ROEU), Brussels, Belgium

Required expertise and qualifications:

• Education:

  • University degree in International Development, International Law or another related field is required.

• Knowledge and Experience:

  • At least 2 years of relevant work experience at national and/or international levels

  • Knowledge of international development cooperation, EU policies and institutions, international politics

  • Strong organizational ability with attention to detail and quality; ability to work in a team environment

  • Experience of working in the UN system is desirable

• Languages:

  • Fluency in written and spoken English is required. Knowledge of French, Spanish or another UN official language is an asset.

• Other:

  • Good knowledge of Microsoft Office software package is required

  • Knowledge and experience of the Enterprise Resource Planning system is an asset

  • Ability to work independently, as well as in teams

  • Please Note: Only holders of a valid permit authorizing them to work in the European Union are eligible to apply. The successful candidate will sign a local consultancy contract under which fees are not tax exempt.

How to apply:

Please send your CV and a letter of motivation with “UNFPA Consultancy – Programme Consultant” on the subject line and email the documents to [email protected], by 25 January 2026.

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