National Consultant – Population Policy Development at UNFPA Rwanda | Deadline: Not Specified
National Consultant – Population Policy Development at UNFPA Rwanda | Deadline: Not Specified
Organization: United Nations Population Fund (UNFPA)
Duty Station: Kigali, Rwanda
Position Type: National Consultancy
Application Deadline: Not Specified
About the Position
Rwanda has achieved remarkable progress in socio-economic transformation under Vision 2050 and the National Strategy for Transformation (NST2). However, population dynamics — including fertility, mortality, migration, urbanization, and the demographic transition — remain central to sustainable development.
To address these dynamics, the Government of Rwanda, led by the Ministry of Finance and Economic Planning (MINECOFIN) and partners such as NISR, MINISANTE, MIGEPROF, MINEDUC, MOYA, and MINALOC, is developing a National Population Policy (NPP). The new policy will align national priorities with global commitments, including the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), AU Agenda 2063, and the ICPD25 Programme of Action.
The UNFPA Rwanda Country Office is supporting this process by hiring a National Consultant to contribute to the formulation and finalization of the National Population Policy and its implementation roadmap.
About UNFPA
The United Nations Population Fund (UNFPA) is the UN agency dedicated to ensuring that every pregnancy is wanted, every childbirth is safe, and every young person’s potential is fulfilled.
UNFPA’s Strategic Plan (2022–2025) focuses on three transformative results:
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Ending preventable maternal deaths
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Ending unmet need for family planning
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Ending gender-based violence and harmful practices
UNFPA seeks individuals who are principled, ethical, and committed to defending human rights and delivering lasting development results.
Learn more: https://www.unfpa.org
Job Purpose
To develop a comprehensive National Population Policy (NPP) that supports a sustainable and balanced population dynamic — enhancing the well-being, quality of life, and human rights of all Rwandans — while aligning demographic trends with long-term national priorities for economic prosperity and environmental sustainability.
Main Responsibilities
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Conduct a desk review of Rwanda’s current policy landscape, including NST2, Vision 2050, and sectoral strategies.
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Contribute to developing methodological guidance for policy formulation, implementation planning, and monitoring frameworks.
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Ensure integration of cross-cutting issues such as gender, SRHR, youth, migration, aging, environment, and human capital.
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Work closely with the international lead consultant and sector experts to contextualize findings.
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Facilitate technical workshops, stakeholder consultations, and policy validation sessions.
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Draft and finalize the National Population Policy and Implementation Roadmap, including advocacy materials for policymakers.
Qualifications and Experience
Education:
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Advanced degree (Master’s or higher) in Demography, Population Studies, Economics, or Social Policy.
Experience:
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Minimum 5 years of relevant experience in population policy development and analysis at the national level.
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Strong understanding of Rwanda’s demographic trends and global frameworks (SDGs, Agenda 2063, ICPD25).
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Proven experience aligning population policies with socio-economic development goals.
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Excellent analytical, facilitation, and report-writing skills.
Languages:
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Fluency in Kinyarwanda is required.
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Strong command of English is essential.
Core Competencies
Values:
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Integrity and professionalism
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Commitment to UNFPA and the UN system
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Embracing diversity and change
Core Skills:
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Achieving results and accountability
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Analytical and strategic thinking
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Applying professional expertise
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Effective teamwork and relationship management
Compensation and Benefits
This consultancy offers a competitive remuneration package commensurate with experience and qualifications.
UNFPA Work Environment
UNFPA promotes a workplace founded on gender equality, diversity, inclusion, and integrity. The organization encourages applications from:
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Women
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Persons with disabilities
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LGBTQIA+ individuals
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Minority and indigenous groups
UNFPA is an equal opportunity employer, committed to providing reasonable accommodation to applicants with disabilities throughout the recruitment process.
Important Notes
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UNFPA does not charge any application or recruitment fees.
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Selection may involve background checks, reference verification, and medical clearance.
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Applicants holding permanent residence in a country other than their nationality may be asked to renounce it upon appointment.
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