UN Women has announced a new international career opportunity for professionals working in gender equality, peacebuilding, and humanitarian action. Applications are now open for the position of Programme Specialist, Women, Peace, Security, and Humanitarian Action (WPSHA), a home-based international role under the International Personnel Service Agreement (IPSA-10). The full-time position offers an initial 12-month contract and is open to qualified international applicants with extensive experience in programme management, gender equality, humanitarian response, and peacebuilding initiatives. The application deadline is June 8, 2026. About the Role The Programme Specialist will support the implementation and management of regional initiatives focused on Women, Peace and Security (WPS) and Gender in Humanitarian Action (GiHA) across the Arab States region. The role is situated within the UN Women Regional Office for the Arab States and contributes to ongoing programmes funded by the Governments of Germany and Japan. Key focus countries include: Iraq Libya Syria Yemen The selected candidate will report to the Regional Advisor on Women, Peace and Security and collaborate closely with regional crisis response teams, country offices, civil society partners, and UN agencies. Key Responsibilities The Programme Specialist will oversee the design, implementation, coordination, monitoring, and reporting of regional WPSHA programmes. Major responsibilities include: Programme Design and Strategy Development Designing programme strategies and project proposals Supporting policy dialogue and regional strategy development Drafting briefs and technical documents related to women, peace, and humanitarian action Programme Management Managing annual workplans and programme budgets Supervising project implementation and technical delivery Coordinating project steering committee meetings Ensuring alignment with Results-Based Management frameworks Capacity Building and Technical Assistance Providing technical guidance to programme partners Supporting training and mentorship initiatives Strengthening partnerships with governments, NGOs, and regional stakeholders Monitoring and Reporting Managing programme monitoring systems Preparing donor and quarterly reports Conducting field mission oversight and programme evaluations Resource Mobilization and Partnerships Supporting donor engagement strategies Identifying funding opportunities and partnership initiatives Developing cooperation frameworks with bilateral and multilateral actors Advocacy and Knowledge Management Representing UN Women in policy dialogues and regional meetings Developing advocacy strategies and communication materials Documenting lessons learned and best practices in WPSHA programming Focus on Women, Peace and Security The role aligns with UN Women’s global mandate under the United Nations Security Council framework on Women, Peace and Security. The programme seeks to strengthen women’s leadership and participation in: Peace negotiations Political decision-making Humanitarian response Crisis prevention and recovery Community resilience initiatives The initiative also promotes gender-responsive humanitarian action and supports inclusive peacebuilding processes across fragile and conflict-affected contexts in the Middle East and North Africa region. Eligibility Requirements Applicants must possess advanced academic qualifications and substantial professional experience in development programming, gender equality, or humanitarian action. Education Requirements Candidates must have: A Master’s degree in: Social sciences Human rights Gender or women’s studies International development Related fields OR A Bachelor’s degree combined with two additional years of relevant experience A project or programme management certification is considered an added advantage. Required Professional Experience Applicants should demonstrate: At least five years of progressively responsible experience in programme design, planning, implementation, monitoring, and evaluation Technical expertise in Women, Peace and Security, humanitarian action, or gender equality Experience supervising and mentoring staff in international settings Strong analytical and programme management skills Experience using office software and web-based management systems Desirable qualifications include: Experience within the UN system Experience coordinating with governments and donors Familiarity with Oracle Cloud ERP systems Regional experience in Arab States contexts Language Requirements Fluency in English is mandatory. Knowledge of another UN official language is considered an advantage, particularly: Arabic French Competencies and Skills UN Women is seeking candidates with strong leadership, communication, and strategic thinking abilities. Core competencies include: Accountability Inclusive collaboration Creative problem solving Stakeholder engagement Gender sensitivity Professionalism Respect for diversity The organization also emphasizes strong knowledge of Results-Based Management and the ability to analyze programme data for strategic decision-making. Why This Opportunity Matters The Programme Specialist role presents an important opportunity for experienced international development professionals seeking to contribute to gender-responsive peacebuilding and humanitarian coordination efforts in conflict-affected regions. As global conflicts and humanitarian crises continue to disproportionately impact women and girls, organizations like UN Women are increasingly prioritizing women’s participation in peace processes and recovery initiatives. This position offers professionals the chance to influence regional policy, strengthen women-led peace initiatives, and support humanitarian resilience efforts across the Arab States region while working remotely in a globally connected role. Application Deadline Application Deadline: June 8, 2026 Contract Type: International Personnel Service Agreement (IPSA-10) Location: Home-Based Duration: 12 Months VISIT OFFICIAL WEBSITE TO APPLY For more opportunities such as these please follow us on Facebook, Instagram, Twitter, LinkedIn and WPChannel Disclaimer: Global South Opportunities (GSO) is not the organization offering this opportunity. For any inquiries, please contact the official organization directly. Please do not send your applications & CVs to GSO, as we are unable to process them. Due to the high volume of emails, we receive daily, we may not be able to respond to all inquiries. Thank you for your understanding JOIN GSO WHATSAPP CHANNEL NOW