JPO Partnership and Coordination Analyst at UN Women | Kathmandu, Nepal 2026

Job Overview:

UN Women is seeking a Junior Professional Officer (JPO) for the position of Partnership and Coordination Analyst, based in Kathmandu, Nepal. This is a full-time, fixed-term appointment at the P2 grade level with a contract duration of one year and the possibility of extension. The role sits within UN Women's Nepal Country Office and operates under the direct supervision of the Country Representative. The JPO will support strategic partnerships, inter-agency coordination, resource mobilization, and gender equality and women's empowerment (GEWE) advocacy efforts in Nepal. This position is offered exclusively under the JPO scheme sponsored by the Government of Norway and is open only to Norwegian nationals. The deadline to apply is 17 March 2026.

About the Organization:

UN Women is a United Nations entity grounded in the vision of equality enshrined in the UN Charter. The organization works toward the elimination of discrimination against women and girls, the empowerment of women, and the achievement of equality between women and men as partners and beneficiaries across development, human rights, humanitarian action, and peace and security. In Nepal, UN Women operates through its Nepal Country Office (NCO) and engages with a wide range of partners including government institutions, civil society organizations, development partners, and UN agencies to advance gender equality and women's empowerment goals.

Job Highlights:

Key Responsibilities:

Strengthen Partnerships:

• Manage and coordinate relationships with key partners including government institutions, civil society organizations, the private sector, and donors.
• Provide inputs to the Country Representative or Deputy Representative to support the forging and implementation of strategic partnerships.
• Support engagement with bilateral and multilateral donors, including the preparation of briefing notes, concept notes, and partner intelligence documents.
• Maintain and regularly update donor profiles, databases, and records of partnership opportunities.

Support Resource Mobilization:

• Contribute to the design and implementation of resource mobilization strategies aligned with country-level priorities.
• Draft and package proposals, concept notes, and funding submissions for review.
• Assist in identifying funding opportunities and prepare analytical briefs on donor trends.
• Support the coordination of timely and high-quality donor reporting in collaboration with programme and monitoring staff.

Provide Support to Inter-Agency Coordination:

• Prepare briefing materials for UN inter-agency processes and meetings.
• Provide technical inputs on gender perspectives in UN joint programming and other inter-agency initiatives.
• Support the UN Country Team (UNCT) monitoring and reporting on gender equality results.
• Provide technical inputs to coordination processes including UNCT meetings, joint programmes, and thematic groups.
• Support the organization and documentation of coordination meetings and consultations.

Contribute to Advocacy and Communication:

• Support the implementation of advocacy and communication campaigns on GEWE, including international observances and global initiatives.
• Draft advocacy products and manage content for social media and web platforms in coordination with communication staff.
• Provide inputs to speeches, talking points, and presentations for high-level meetings.

Required Qualifications & Experience:

Education:

• A Master's degree or equivalent in social sciences, human rights, gender or women's studies, international development, or a related field is required.
• A first-level university degree (Bachelor's) in combination with two additional years of qualifying experience may be accepted in lieu of the advanced degree.
• A project or programme management certification such as PMP®, PRINCE2®, or MSP® would be an added advantage.

Experience:

• At least 2 years of progressively responsible work experience with a Master's degree, or at least 4 years with a Bachelor's degree, in development programme or project implementation, coordination, monitoring and evaluation, donor reporting, and capacity building.
• Experience working on women's leadership and governance systems is an asset.
• Experience in partnership, coordination, and resource mobilization is an asset.
• Experience coordinating and liaising with government agencies and/or donors is an asset.
• Prior experience working with a UN agency or INGO is an asset.
• Experience in administrative systems and UN system norms is an asset.
• Experience working independently with minimal supervision is an asset.

Required Skills & Knowledge:

• Good understanding of gender equality and women's empowerment issues.
• Familiarity with UN system structures and inter-agency coordination processes.
• Knowledge of results-based programme planning and management approaches.
• Ability to promote and monitor the inclusion of gender-specific objectives, indicators, targets, and activities in UN agency programmes.
• Strong analytical skills with the ability to identify and assess trends, opportunities, and risks related to fundraising.
• Effective communication skills with the ability to draft quality knowledge products including briefs, concept notes, and talking points.
• Fluency in written and spoken English is required; knowledge of an additional official UN working language is an asset.
• Core competencies include respect for diversity, integrity, professionalism, accountability, creative problem solving, inclusive collaboration, stakeholder engagement, and leading by example.

Salary & Benefits:

• Salary will be provided as per the organization's rules and applicable regulations.

How to Apply:

This post is open in the context of the Junior Professional Officer (JPO) scheme sponsored by the Government of Norway and is addressed exclusively to nationals of Norway. For more information about the JPO Programme, please see https://www.undp.org/jposc

Attachments: (they can be combined in one Pdf)

• A brief motivation letter in English that explains why you are the perfect candidate for the position by using examples of your interests and achievements
• Copy of your passport
• Copy of your educational degrees

📧 Applications are submitted through the official online portal — click the "Apply Now" button below to proceed with your application before 17 March 2026 (04:44 AM)

Frequently Asked Questions:

Q: Who is eligible to apply for this JPO position at UN Women Nepal? 

A: This position is open exclusively to nationals of Norway. It is offered under the Junior Professional Officer (JPO) scheme sponsored by the Government of Norway. Candidates from other nationalities are not eligible to apply.

Q: What is the contract duration for this assignment, and can it be extended?

 A: The initial contract duration is one year. The vacancy announcement states that there is a possibility of extension beyond the initial term, subject to organizational requirements and performance.

Q: What documents are required to complete the application? 

A: Applicants are required to submit a motivation letter in English, a copy of their passport, and copies of their educational degrees. All documents may be combined into a single PDF file for submission.