Population & Sustainable Development Policy Specialist
- Category NGO/INGO/Social/Develop.Projects
- Location 26
The Policy Specialist, Population and Sustainable Development (P&SD), leads UNFPA's work in sustainable development, population dynamics and data, to offer policy insights into how demographic changes shape social, economic and environmental development; informs economic and development planning including the setting of targets and financing; and helps accelerate the achievement of the International Conference on Population and Development (ICPD) Programme of Action and Agenda 2030 for Sustainable Development. Population dynamics plays an important role in determining pathways to sustainable development, making it a critical factor in formulating and implementing development strategies, policies and programmes at all levels. Strong data systems enable countries to track and address inequalities and target their investments at the federal, provincial and local levels. Reporting directly to the Representative, s/he will be responsible for:
- Policy Dialogue and Advocacy
- Technical Leadership on Population and Development
- Programme Management
- Knowledge Management
About Company
UNFPA, the United Nations Population Fund, is the lead UN agency for delivering a world where every pregnancy is wanted, every childbirth is safe, and every young person's potential is fulfilled.
UNFPA expands the possibilities for women and young people to lead healthy and productive lives.
