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UNFPA-Reproductive Health Commodity Security (RHCS) Program Analyst-P2/P3-Port Sudan, Sudan (with field travel)
Port Sudan, SudanPosition Title: Reproductive Health Commodity Security (RHCS) Program Analyst
Receiving Agency: UNFPA
P Level: P2/P3
Location: Port Sudan, Sudan (with field travel within Sudan)
Duration: 6 months
Language: Fluency in English required; knowledge of Arabic an asset
Mission Specific Considerations
Remote-Based Deployments (if remote-based please only fill in this table)
Physical deployments (only fill out if you anticipate surge to physically deploy)
Background Description of Emergency / Justification for Request
The armed conflict in Sudan that broke out on April 15, 2023, was between the Sudanese Armed Forces (SAF) and an army faction, Rapid Support Forces (RSF). The main threat comes from the armed conflict and the increased use of drones to reach targets beyond the frontlines. More than 25 aid workers have lost their lives so far.
The vacuum of law and security in parts of the country has contributed to the resurgence of inter-tribal disputes and the rise of criminality. Cases of opportunistic attacks against humanitarian workers have been reported.
Natural hazards are common, including droughts, heat waves (above 50 degrees), flooding that cut off entire districts, and earthquakes.
Given the emerging famine risks, the IASC Scale-Up declaration was extended until the end of 2024, representing the sole IASC systemwide Scale-Up response worldwide.
According to Sudan HRP 2024 | Humanitarian Action, it is estimated that 24.8 million people will need humanitarian assistance during 2024, with over 14.7 million facing critical challenges in accessing essential life-saving primary health care. Among the total affected population, there are an estimated 5,952,000 women of reproductive age and 2,728,000 adolescent girls. Currently, an estimated 592,689 women are pregnant, of whom 15%, or 88,903, are likely to experience a life-threatening complication during pregnancy.
Before the crisis, Sudan’s maternal mortality ratio was 270 per 100,000 live births. The conflict has also resulted in the loss of capacity in hospitals and a temporary suspension of activities by humanitarian partners in Khartoum and other states. Women and girls exposed to different forms of GBV and access to lifesaving services, including GBV case management and clinical management of rape, is hindered by the crisis. In areas less affected by the conflict, operations continue with reduced staff and capacities but are still hampered by the impact on national infrastructure and government services. Given the extensive devastation caused by the conflict, the burden on Sudan’s healthcare system, including sexual and reproductive health services, is severe, with many health facilities currently not operational. Additionally, direct attacks on health care delivery points and the limited access to lifesaving SRH services, including BEmONC, CEmONC, and CMR services, put hundreds of thousands of women and girls in Sudan at increased risk. At least six months of stock of lifesaving medicines has been lost due to the conflict in Khartoum and its impact on central medical supplies warehouses.
Security Situation Summary in country and main threats: (i.e armed conflict, terrorism, crime, social unrest, hazard)
Sudan continues to have security concerns across the country, driven by heavy armed clashes, inter-communal violence, massive internal displacement, climatic shocks and hazards, disease outbreaks, disrupted livelihoods of vulnerable households, and aggravated food insecurity, malnutrition, and protection risks.
Role Description:
Under the supervision of the UNFPA CO SRH unit Lead, The Reproductive Health Commodity Security (RHCS) Programme Analyst provides the programme and technical support within a system-strengthening approach fundamental to the implementation of UNFPA Supplies program's strategy within the Sudan humanitarian response.
S/he will support on RHCS-related issues, including assessment, forecasting, developing procurement and distribution plans, regular monitoring and reporting, and strengthening SRH commodities programming to ensure an uninterrupted SRH supply chain in response to the SRH needs in the country.
Programme Management and Technical support:
Monitoring and Evaluation support:
● Perform any other duties as required by the SRH unit lead.
Qualifications and Skills Required:
Receiving Agency: UNFPA
P Level: P2/P3
Location: Port Sudan, Sudan (with field travel within Sudan)
Duration: 6 months
Language: Fluency in English required; knowledge of Arabic an asset
Mission Specific Considerations
Remote-Based Deployments (if remote-based please only fill in this table)
| Considerations for remote-based deployments | |
| If the deployment is remote based, is the country office set up to ensure ongoing communication / team integration and appropriate supervision with the deployee from afar? Please explain. | N/A |
Physical deployments (only fill out if you anticipate surge to physically deploy)
| Pre-departure considerations for physical deployments | |
| Does this duty station require candidates to have undertaken SSAFE training? If so, can the office provide training upon arrival? | N/A |
| Visa Are there any special/new, specific visa considerations that need to be considered? |
The incumbent need to apply for a visa in advance |
| Equipment Is there any equipment that the Surge should become equipped with prior to travel, e.g. PPE such as masks, gloves, sanitizer, etc? |
N/A |
| Is there any other paperwork that the local government authorities require upon entry/re-entry into the country? | N/A |
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On mission considerations (for physical deployments):
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Accommodation
What type of accommodation is available for Surge deployees? |
Hotel or UNDSS security cleared apartment (including serviced apartment) |
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R&R
Is the duty station on an R&R cycle and if so how often? |
Yes (4 weeks) |
| Medical Treatment Are there any government restrictions or limitations that would adversely impact in-country medical treatment plans or medical evacuation? |
N/A |
| Office arrangement for telecommuting If the Surge needs to telecommute within the country, can the country office demonstrate that the deployee is realistically able to work in terms of remote connectivity, equipment, etc.? |
N/A |
| Equipment If the Surge is required to physically deploy, can the country office provide necessary equipment, e.g. masks, gloves, sanitizer? |
Yes |
Background Description of Emergency / Justification for Request
The armed conflict in Sudan that broke out on April 15, 2023, was between the Sudanese Armed Forces (SAF) and an army faction, Rapid Support Forces (RSF). The main threat comes from the armed conflict and the increased use of drones to reach targets beyond the frontlines. More than 25 aid workers have lost their lives so far.
The vacuum of law and security in parts of the country has contributed to the resurgence of inter-tribal disputes and the rise of criminality. Cases of opportunistic attacks against humanitarian workers have been reported.
Natural hazards are common, including droughts, heat waves (above 50 degrees), flooding that cut off entire districts, and earthquakes.
Given the emerging famine risks, the IASC Scale-Up declaration was extended until the end of 2024, representing the sole IASC systemwide Scale-Up response worldwide.
According to Sudan HRP 2024 | Humanitarian Action, it is estimated that 24.8 million people will need humanitarian assistance during 2024, with over 14.7 million facing critical challenges in accessing essential life-saving primary health care. Among the total affected population, there are an estimated 5,952,000 women of reproductive age and 2,728,000 adolescent girls. Currently, an estimated 592,689 women are pregnant, of whom 15%, or 88,903, are likely to experience a life-threatening complication during pregnancy.
Before the crisis, Sudan’s maternal mortality ratio was 270 per 100,000 live births. The conflict has also resulted in the loss of capacity in hospitals and a temporary suspension of activities by humanitarian partners in Khartoum and other states. Women and girls exposed to different forms of GBV and access to lifesaving services, including GBV case management and clinical management of rape, is hindered by the crisis. In areas less affected by the conflict, operations continue with reduced staff and capacities but are still hampered by the impact on national infrastructure and government services. Given the extensive devastation caused by the conflict, the burden on Sudan’s healthcare system, including sexual and reproductive health services, is severe, with many health facilities currently not operational. Additionally, direct attacks on health care delivery points and the limited access to lifesaving SRH services, including BEmONC, CEmONC, and CMR services, put hundreds of thousands of women and girls in Sudan at increased risk. At least six months of stock of lifesaving medicines has been lost due to the conflict in Khartoum and its impact on central medical supplies warehouses.
Security Situation Summary in country and main threats: (i.e armed conflict, terrorism, crime, social unrest, hazard)
Under the supervision of the UNFPA CO SRH unit Lead, The Reproductive Health Commodity Security (RHCS) Programme Analyst provides the programme and technical support within a system-strengthening approach fundamental to the implementation of UNFPA Supplies program's strategy within the Sudan humanitarian response.
S/he will support on RHCS-related issues, including assessment, forecasting, developing procurement and distribution plans, regular monitoring and reporting, and strengthening SRH commodities programming to ensure an uninterrupted SRH supply chain in response to the SRH needs in the country.
Programme Management and Technical support:
- Support the procurement work plan development and implementation and quality of programming in accordance with UNFPA Commodities and Supplies Program documents.
- Provide technical support to ensure the institutionalization of a sustainable SRH commodity supply and logistics management system in Sudan, in coordination and collaboration with the UNFPA CO logistic team.
- Ensure the consistent, secure supply of IARH kits, contraceptives, and other SRH commodities and supplies in Sudan right up to service delivery level in the IDP gathering sites, refugee camps, and host communities.
- Provide guidance required to strengthen and build national capacity of information management to forecast the required contraceptives for the humanitarian partners and local health authorities.
- Gather inputs and contribute to the preparation of work-plans, periodic narrative and progress reports.
- Establish systems for project planning, implementation, and monitoring, in collaboration with implementing partners.
- Monitor the allocation and disbursement of FP/SRH commodities to implementing partners.
- Record and maintain program documents on FP/SRH commodities procurement activities, issues, and risks.
- Document the program implementation process and products for UNFPA and provide inputs to the development of knowledge products.
- Ensure compliance with UNFPA communications guidelines and support the development of communications materials which support the achievements of the UNFPA Commodities and Supplies Program.
- Provide evidence-based information in support of advocacy for SRH and FP supplies and logistics management in the context of RHCS.
- Working with the Ministry of Health to ensure appropriate allocation, orientation, and resourcing of SRH and FP service provision in Sudan; adapted to effectively meet the needs of different population segments and able to reach displaced and underserved people.
- Coordinate advocacy events, trainings, workshops, and knowledge products working closely in partnership with country staff.
Monitoring and Evaluation support:
- Gather and compile all information necessary for monitoring and reporting on the UNFPA Commodities and Supplies program from the planning to the evaluation stages.
- Monitor the implementation of activities and the distribution of commodities.
- Draft and provide inputs to annual and quarterly reports; coordinate the submission of implementing partner financial and narrative reports.
- Carry out monitoring field missions periodically.
● Perform any other duties as required by the SRH unit lead.
Qualifications and Skills Required:
- An advanced University degree in medical sciences or public health, or equivalent qualifications.
- three or more years working experience in the field of reproductive health, preferably in the UN system or INGO.
- Experience in procurement and programming of Reproductive Health and Family Planning commodities and supplies.
- Humanitarian experience and international experience are of added advantage.
- Fluency in oral and written English; working knowledge of other UN languages a plus, preferably Arabic.
CANADEM and its partners have a no-tolerance policy for inaction to prevent, respond to and follow up on alleged cases of Sexual Exploitation, Abuse, and Harassment (SEAH). For this reason, we adhere to all policies, procedures and training of the United Nations on The Prevention of Sexual Exploitation, Abuse, and Harassment (PSEAH). CANADEM mandates all deployees successfully complete the PSEA online course. This e-learning course is composed of a set of lessons designed to raise awareness about SEAH, become familiar with a range of measures to combat SEAH, understand the impact on victims and the consequences for UN Personnel who commit Sexual Exploitation, Abuse, and Harassment.