Salary: Competitive, location-based. In line with IPPF’s regional compensation structureLocation: One of IPPF’s Regional Offices: Tunis (Tunisia), Mexico City (Mexico), Delhi (India), or Kuala Lumpur (Malaysia)
The position cannot be based outside these locations. Contract Type: Full-time (Permanent - with a 6-month probation period).
About the Role:
IPPF is seeking a strategic and passionate Senior Advisor, SOGIESC, to lead the integration of inclusive practices across our global operations. This critical role will drive the implementation of IPPF’s Gender Equality and Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion policies, ensuring that our services are gender-equitable and accessible to people with diverse sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, and sex characteristics.
You will work closely with regional teams and Member Associations (MAs) to provide technical assistance, shape inclusive programming, and foster best practice sharing. Your work will directly contribute to advancing sexual and reproductive health and rights (SRHR) for all, especially those who are often left out or left behind.
Key Responsibilities:
• Drive the implementation of inclusive gender and diversity programming across IPPF and its Member Associations.
• Provide technical support to ensure services are accessible and equitable for people with diverse SOGIESC.
• Support the rollout of IPPF’s Gender Equality Policy and related initiatives.
• Facilitate knowledge exchange and best practice sharing among MAs.
• Collaborate with internal teams and external partners to enhance gender and inclusion strategies.
• Contribute to funding proposals and identify new opportunities for SOGIESC programming.
• Represent IPPF in regional and global forums on gender and inclusion.
About You:
• Proven experience in gender equality, diversity, and inclusion programming, ideally within an international NGO context.
• Strong analytical, facilitation, and communication skills.
• Ability to build consensus and work collaboratively across diverse teams.
• Fluent in English; additional languages (French, Spanish, Arabic) are highly desirable.
• Committed to feminist, anti-racist, and inclusive values.
• Willingness to travel nationally and internationally as required.
Why Join Us?
• Be part of a diverse, multicultural, and inclusive organisation.
• Work on meaningful projects that make a global impact.
• Collaborate with passionate professionals dedicated to advancing SRHR and social justice.
How to Apply:
• Download the job description linked below for full requirements of this role.
• Complete the application form linked below.
• Send your completed application form and CV to Jobs@ippf.org with "Senior Advisor SOGIESC" in the subject line.
Do you have questions?
Please feel free to reach Jobs@ippf.org for any questions you may have.
About IPPF
International Planned Parenthood Federation (IPPF) is a global sexual and reproductive health service provider and one of the leading advocates for universal access to sexual, reproductive health and rights (SRHR) for all. We are a worldwide movement of 149 national organisations working with and for communities and individuals and, together, have delivered more than 1 billion cumulative services over the last 6 years.
We are now looking for people to join us and make our Come Together–Strategy 2028, a reality. Revolutionising IPPF, placing it in a stronger position to support SRHR for those who are left out, locked out or left behind. Come Together commits IPPF to shaping laws, policies and norms through feminist action and international solidarity; and to strengthen the federation adding new drive for real and lasting impact.
Action is urgent. We have delivered. We have stood for justice and equality. We commit to more daring and feminist action that secures choices about our bodies, sexual lives, and well-being. Everyone should enjoy a pleasure-filled and healthy sex life and a life free from violence, shame or criminalisation. We know love is love. And we come together in support of women, youth, and people who are marginalised and excluded. Through the care we deliver, the actions we take, and the solidarity we foster.
IPPF is an equal-opportunity employer. As a leading global human rights organisation focused on equality, empowerment, ending discrimination, and poverty eradication, we internally reflect social justice principles. We, as IPPF, strongly oppose racism in all its forms and resolutely go for a cultural change that will shift the existing imbalances in power and process.
We are a multi-cultural, multi-lingual, intergenerational and diverse work environment. Applications are particularly encouraged from women, people living with HIV, people living with disability and people with diverse SOGIESC.
IPPF is committed to the safety and protection of children, young people and vulnerable adults and our safer recruitment and selection procedures reflect this commitment. We expect all employees, volunteers, contractors and partners to share this commitment, and anyone employed by IPPF agrees to sign up to our Code of Conduct and Safeguarding (Children and Vulnerable Adults) Policy.
IPPF has been made aware of various fraudulent vacancy announcements circulated via e-mail from websites falsely stating that they are issued by or in association with IPPF. These correspondences, which may seek to obtain money from the recipients of such correspondence, are fraudulent, and IPPF does not charge a fee at any stage of the recruitment process (application, interview, meeting, processing, training or any other fees).
Location: London (Hybrid – 2 days in our Bermondsey office)
Contract: Full-time
Salary: £37,500 - £50,000
International Planned Parenthood Federation (IPPF) is a global leader in sexual and reproductive health and rights, working in over 120 countries to ensure access to care and advocacy for all. We are seeking a skilled and proactive Senior HR Officer to join our London-based team supporting UK and Affiliate offices.
About the Role
This is a dynamic opportunity to deliver both strategic and operational HR support across recruitment, employee relations, onboarding, payroll coordination, and policy implementation. You’ll work closely with the People Partner and wider teams to ensure HR practices are inclusive, legally compliant, and aligned with IPPF’s values and feminist principles.
Key Responsibilities
- Provide expert guidance on HR policies and employee relations
- Coordinate recruitment and onboarding across UK and Affiliate offices (USA, France, Netherlands, Australia, Germany, Switzerland, Italy)
- Maintain HR systems and ensure GDPR compliance
- Administer monthly payroll and liaise with providers
- Support DEI, safeguarding, and organisational values initiatives
What We’re Looking For
- CIPD Level 3 or equivalent experience
- Strong knowledge of UK employment law and HR systems
- Experience in international HR contexts and payroll coordination
- Excellent communication, organisation, and problem-solving skills
- Commitment to IPPF’s mission, values, and inclusive ethos
Recruitment Process
The selection process will consist of:
- Stage 1:Interview
- Stage 2:Task-based assessment
About IPPF
International Planned Parenthood Federation (IPPF) is a global sexual and reproductive health service provider and one of the leading advocates for universal access to sexual, reproductive health and rights (SRHR) for all. We are a worldwide movement of 149 national organisations working with and for communities and individuals, and together, have delivered more than 1 billion cumulative services over the last 6 years.
We are now looking for people to join us and make our Come Together–Strategy 2028, a reality. Revolutionising IPPF, placing it in a stronger position to support SRHR for those who are left out, locked out or left behind. Come Together commits IPPF to shaping laws, policies and norms through feminist action and international solidarity; and to strengthen the federation adding new drive for real and lasting impact.
Action is urgent. We have delivered. We have stood for justice and equality. We commit to more daring and feminist action that secures choices about our bodies, sexual lives, and well-being. Everyone should enjoy a pleasure-filled and healthy sex life and a life free from violence, shame or criminalisation. We know love is love. And we come together in support of women, youth, and people who are marginalised and excluded. Through the care we deliver, the actions we take, and the solidarity we foster.
- IPPF is an equal-opportunity employer. As a leading global human rights organisation focused on equality, empowerment, ending discrimination, and poverty eradication, we internally reflect social justice principles. We, as IPPF, strongly oppose racism in all its forms and resolutely go for a cultural change that will shift the existing imbalances in power and process.
- We are a multi-cultural, multi-lingual, intergenerational and diverse work environment. Applications are particularly encouraged from women, people living with HIV, people living with disability and people with diverse SOGIESC.
- IPPF is committed to the safety and protection of children, young people and vulnerable adults and our safer recruitment and selection procedures reflect this commitment. We expect all employees, volunteers, contractors and partners to share this commitment, and anyone employed by IPPF agrees to sign up to our Code of Conduct and Safeguarding (Children and Vulnerable Adults) Policy.
CLICK HERE TO APPLY
CLICK HERE TO APPLY
IPPF has been made aware of various fraudulent vacancy announcements circulated via e-mail from websites falsely stating that they are issued by or in association with IPPF. These correspondences, which may seek to obtain money from the recipients of such correspondence, are fraudulent and IPPF does not charge a fee at any stage of the recruitment process (application, interview, meeting, processing, training or any other fees).
Role: Director, Financial Management
Grade: H
Location: London, UK
Responsible to: Director, Finance & Technology
The Role:
The Director, Financial Management, will lead the development and delivery of robust financial management practices across the organisation. This role ensures effective systems, processes, and controls are in place to support global operations, drive compliance, and enable informed decision-making. They will provide strategic oversight of secretariat wide financial transactions (unrestricted core funding), global audits, financial policies and procedures including those relating to procurement management, financial systems and compliance, ensuring alignment with organisational objectives and safeguarding requirements.
Context of Role:
Reporting to the Director of Finance & Technology, this position sits within the integrated Finance, Admin & IT function. The role plays a critical part in shaping and implementing global financial frameworks, supporting organisational evolution, and maintaining high standards of governance, transparency and accountability. This role requires close collaboration across functions and adherence to safeguarding reporting and monitoring obligations
Deliverables:
Policies & procedures
- Conceptualise, design, and keep up to date in line with the SROP guidelines, the global financial policies, frameworks, processes, and systems that enhance service delivery that is aligned with IPPF's financial strategy, internal resources, and donor requirements. This would include overseeing the implementation of all these policies/ frameworks/ processes/ systems.
Accounting
- Continually conceptualise, build and review frameworks and processes to improve overall financial Key performance indicators (KPIs).
- Build budgets and oversee their utilisation for the finance function in line with the journey developed to strengthen the finance and other functions.
- Advise and collaborate with the Director – Financial Planning and Analysis and Donor Reporting Global manager for all planning and budgeting processes and specific financial processes and policies, applicable to restricted projects, respectively.
- Influence and galvanize a strong culture of transparency and financial control across the Secretariat by setting clear expectations, develop reporting and oversight tools and adequate follow up.
- Design and oversee implementation of regular review and approval systems in line with the policies and procedures
- Design, update and oversee a robust month end and year end closure procedure across Secretariat
- Conceptualise, design and oversee implementation of a strong treasury and investment management system, optimizing returns on investment.
- Conceptualise, design and oversee implementation of a risk based forex management system.
- Ensure timely review and sign off, of monthly payroll transactions, ensuring all compliances in line with internal policies and HMRC requirements (note people management matters are managed by People Organisation and Culture division and the payroll services for most offices are outsourced).
Procurement
- Conceptualise, design and oversee implementation of procurement policies and processes to ensure value for money, which includes speed, quality and timeliness of the delivery.
- Conceptualise and design vendor management solutions to efficiently and transparently manage procurement across the secretariat
Statutory Reporting & Compliance
- Oversee and direct implementation of systems/ processes to ensure timely and accurate statutory compliance directly in the UK (VAT / PAYE / Gift Aid).
- Oversee compliances in line with the requirements of the UK Charities Commission, HMRC, US Internal Revenue Service and Donors.
- Oversee financial compliance across all secretariat offices. In doing so Conceptualise and direct the team in putting together a system to ensure oversight of financial compliance.
Financial Systems Oversight
- Conceptualise, design and manage financial systems for efficiently and transparently manage financial transactions across the secretariat.
- Conceptualise, design and manage, time sheet management system to ensure fair allocate of costs across different sources of funding across the secretariat.
- Conceptualise and design accounting systems to help in lead consolidation of accounts for the Charity Group ensuring timely closure of statutory audits.
Audit and Oversight
- Conceptualise and design a system for generating timely and accurate year-end statutory financial statement.
- Influence and oversee implementation of the external audit process on an annual basis to ensure timely closure of audits.
- Be the focal person for oversight and follow up on fraud and mismanagement complaints from across the finance function within the Secretariat.
- Advise Director Finance & Technology and where needed the internal audit to ensure efficient responses and follow up to the internal audit recommendations.
- Assist the Director Finance & technology in preparation work (including preparation of documents) related to the DLT, Finance, Audit and Risk committee and Board of Trustee meetings.
- Lead the global financial responses to internal/external audit requests.
- Attend and participate, as required by DLT, Finance, Audit and Risk Committee, Board of Trustees and the annual Donor Meeting.
People Management
- Mentor and guide the team through all engagements ensuring a building a strong culture of accountability, collaboration and mutual sharing.
- Advise senior management and staff on financial policy/process/system changes that embed new ways of working and improves financial management within the wider workforce.
- Champion change within the team and with stakeholders on adopting new financial approaches that positions IPPF at the forefront of innovation.
Reporting/Management Responsibility:
- Head of Finance – Hub
- NetSuite Global Manager
- Investment Management (Outsourced)
- Treasury Management
- Corporate services assistant
Expertise/Skills:
- Fully qualified Chartered Accountant
- Strong knowledge of UK Charities Commission, SORP and other statutory requirements (including VAT).
- Experience of turning around a Finance function
- Proactive problem-solver
- Hands-on without getting lost in the weeds
- Great interpersonal skills and works well across different cultures
- Holds people to account
- Experience in ensuring value for money decision making processes.
- Experience of working with global systems & processes
- Experience in the Charity Sector
- Evidence of setting and managing robust standards of performance and compliance to tight deadlines.
- Evidence of creating an environment of visibility, transparency, integrity, learning and improvement
- Understanding of NetSuite and used to working with various currencies.
- Demonstrates good judgment and decision-making.
- Excellent analytical skills with a keen eye for detail
- Excellent excel skills
- Writing and reporting skills in English.
- High level of organisation skills, planning, time management.
- Ability to adapt to changing needs and a champion of change.
- Collaborative and open style of working.
- Demonstrate an understanding of and commitment to safeguarding in local and international context
Your Ethos:
- Demonstrate an understanding of and commitment to safeguarding in a local and international context.
- Demonstrates ability and willingness to work in a diverse, multicultural, multilingual and intergenerational environment that is anti-racist and respectful of others.
- An intersectional (pro) feminist passionate about sexual reproductive health care rights + justice, including safe abortion.
- Supportive of people’s rights regardless of sexuality or gender identity/expression and supportive of workers’ rights and access to health care in sex work.
For more information, Contact Michaela Campbell, People Partner UK & Affiliates, if you have any questions at mcampbell@ippf.org
How to apply:
CLICK HERE TO APPLY
About IPPF:
International Planned Parenthood Federation (IPPF) is a global sexual and reproductive health service provider and one of the leading advocates for universal access to sexual, reproductive, and human rights (SRHR) for all. We are a worldwide movement of 149 national organisations working with and for communities and individuals, and together, we have delivered more than 1 billion cumulative services over the last 6 years.
We are now looking for people to join us and make our Come Together Strategy 2028 a reality. Come Together revolutionises IPPF, placing it in a stronger position to support SRHR for those who are left out, locked out, or left behind. It commits IPPF to shaping laws, policies, and norms through feminist action and international solidarity and to strengthening the federation, adding new drive for real and lasting impact.
Action is urgent. We have delivered. We have stood for justice and equality. We commit to more daring and feminist action that secures choices about our bodies, sexual lives, and well-being. Everyone should enjoy a pleasure-filled and healthy sex life and a life free from violence, shame or criminalisation. We know love is love. And we come together to support women, youth, and marginalised and excluded people. Through the care we deliver, our actions, and the solidarity we foster.
- IPPF is an equal-opportunity employer. As a leading global human rights organisation focused on equality, empowerment, ending discrimination, and poverty eradication, we internally reflect social justice principles. We, as IPPF, strongly oppose racism in all its forms and resolutely go for a cultural change that will shift the existing imbalances in power and process.
- We are a multi-cultural, multi-lingual, intergenerational and diverse work environment. Applications are particularly encouraged from women, people living with HIV, people living with disability and people with diverse SOGIESC.
- IPPF is committed to protecting children, young people and vulnerable adults, and our safer recruitment and selection procedures reflect this commitment. We expect all employees, volunteers, contractors, and partners to share this commitment, and anyone employed by IPPF agrees to sign up for our Code of Conduct and Safeguarding (Children and Vulnerable Adults) Policy. IPPF has been made aware of various fraudulent vacancy announcements circulated via e-mail from websites falsely stating that they are issued by or in association with IPPF. These correspondences, which may seek to obtain money from the recipients of such correspondence are fraudulent and IPPF does not charge a fee at any stage of the recruitment process (application, interview, meeting, processing, training or any other fees).
Salary: Competitive, location-based. In line with IPPF’s regional compensation structure.Location: Mexico City (Mexico) or Nairobi (Kenya), but open to candidates in other South American countries. Remote work is possible.Contract type: 1-year project. The nature of the contract will depend on the country where the selected candidate is based and applicable local laws. In some jurisdictions, this may be a fixed-term employment contract; in others, an external consultancy agreement.
In all cases, the engagement will be for a 1-year project and will comply with local legal requirements.
About the Role:Join IPPF and make a difference in humanitarian response worldwide.
The International Planned Parenthood Federation (IPPF) is a global leader in sexual and reproductive health and rights. We work in 172 countries to ensure that all people can make choices about their sexuality and well-being, free from discrimination.
We are seeking a Humanitarian Business Analyst to strengthen IPPF’s capacity to respond in humanitarian settings. This role will manage and analyse information from Member Associations and partners, providing insights that shape programming, capacity building, and operational deliverables.
What you’ll do:
• Gather, analyse and present humanitarian data to inform decision-making
• Develop dashboards and trackers for management and donor reporting
• Support monitoring, evaluation and accountability processes
• Assist with knowledge management and operational learning
• Liaise with global teams and Member Associations to ensure timely information flowWhat we’re looking for:
• University degree (postgraduate desirable) in international development, social sciences, statistics, public health or related field
• Minimum 3 years’ experience in NGOs, ideally in humanitarian or development contexts
• Fluency in English and Spanish (essential)
• Strong analytical skills, attention to detail and experience in donor reporting
• Proficiency in MS Office; advanced Excel and Power BI desirable
• Commitment to IPPF’s values, including sexual and reproductive health rights and safeguarding
Why Join Us?
• Be part of a diverse, multicultural, and inclusive organisation.
• Work on meaningful projects that make a global impact.
• Collaborate with passionate professionals dedicated to advancing SRHR and social justice.
How to Apply:
• Download the job description linked below for full requirements of this role.
• Complete the application form linked below.
• Send your completed application form and CV to Jobs@ippf.org with "
Humanitarian BA" in the subject line.
Do you have questions?
Please feel free to reach Jobs@ippf.org for any questions you may have.
About IPPF
International Planned Parenthood Federation (IPPF) is a global sexual and reproductive health service provider and one of the leading advocates for universal access to sexual, reproductive health and rights (SRHR) for all. We are a worldwide movement of 149 national organisations working with and for communities and individuals and, together, have delivered more than 1 billion cumulative services over the last 6 years.
We are now looking for people to join us and make our Come Together–Strategy 2028, a reality. Revolutionising IPPF, placing it in a stronger position to support SRHR for those who are left out, locked out or left behind. Come Together commits IPPF to shaping laws, policies and norms through feminist action and international solidarity; and to strengthen the federation adding new drive for real and lasting impact.
Action is urgent. We have delivered. We have stood for justice and equality. We commit to more daring and feminist action that secures choices about our bodies, sexual lives, and well-being. Everyone should enjoy a pleasure-filled and healthy sex life and a life free from violence, shame or criminalisation. We know love is love. And we come together in support of women, youth, and people who are marginalised and excluded. Through the care we deliver, the actions we take, and the solidarity we foster.
IPPF is an equal-opportunity employer. As a leading global human rights organisation focused on equality, empowerment, ending discrimination, and poverty eradication, we internally reflect social justice principles. We, as IPPF, strongly oppose racism in all its forms and resolutely go for a cultural change that will shift the existing imbalances in power and process.
We are a multi-cultural, multi-lingual, intergenerational and diverse work environment. Applications are particularly encouraged from women, people living with HIV, people living with disability and people with diverse SOGIESC.
IPPF is committed to the safety and protection of children, young people and vulnerable adults and our safer recruitment and selection procedures reflect this commitment. We expect all employees, volunteers, contractors and partners to share this commitment, and anyone employed by IPPF agrees to sign up to our Code of Conduct and Safeguarding (Children and Vulnerable Adults) Policy.
IPPF has been made aware of various fraudulent vacancy announcements circulated via e-mail from websites falsely stating that they are issued by or in association with IPPF. These correspondences, which may seek to obtain money from the recipients of such correspondence, are fraudulent, and IPPF does not charge a fee at any stage of the recruitment process (application, interview, meeting, processing, training or any other fees).
Location: CUS (Washington D.C., NY, MD, NJ, VA) / UK (London) / Switzerland / India (Delhi) / Kenya (Nairobi) **Remote working and Up to 25% International Travel**Salary: Competitive, location-based. In line with IPPF’s regional compensation structure.Contract type: 1-year Fixed Term Contract
About the Role:Join IPPF and make a difference in humanitarian response worldwide.
IPPF delivers and advocates for quality, rights-based sexual and reproductive health and rights (SRHR) services through a global network of MAs and CPs. We generate extensive service data across diverse settings.
This role turns that data into actionable insights—anticipating outcomes, identifying inequities, and informing strategic choices in a rapidly shifting funding and policy environment. We are seeking a Health Research Scientist - Evidence and Impact to ensure that IPPF’s unparalleled SRHR service footprint is matched with world‑class research insights—predicting outcomes, protecting access, and prioritizing resources for those most affected by the changes in the SRHR, global health and international development funding and policy landscape.
What you’ll do:
• Lead the design and implementation of research studies, including sentinel studies, that predict and track sexual and reproductive health and rights (SRHR) trends
• Quantify the impact of US funding cuts and actions by anti-rights and anti-gender groups on access to services and health outcomes—especially for vulnerable and marginalized groups
• Oversee secondary analysis of IPPF’s routine service data to predict health outcomes
• Build a richer understanding of IPPF clients’ profiles to guide programming decisions and resource allocation
• Design and Implement research studies in collaboration with IPPF Member Associations (MAs) and Collaborative Partners (CPsWhat we’re looking for:
• Equity & Rights Lens: Demonstrates commitment to SRHR, gender equality, and inclusion; embeds equity considerations in all analyses
• Collaboration: Works seamlessly with MAs/CPs and across IPPF Secretariat divisions
• Communication: Ability to communicate information accurately using a variety of presentation techniques, in accessible language to an audience of varied technical and non-technical backgrounds )
• Quality & Integrity: Upholds rigorous methods, reproducibility, and ethical standards; ensures data protection and informed consent where required
• Learning Orientation: Builds systems and skills that endure beyond individual projects
• Ability to work in multi-cultural environments
Key Qualifications:
• Education: Master’s (required) or PhD (desirable) in Health Economics, Economics, Public Health with strong research, econometrics/biostatistics, or a closely related field
• Experience: 5+ years applying health research approaches to real‑world program data in LMIC contexts, ideally in SRHR / Proven work with predictive modeling, quasi-experimental impact evaluation, and economic evaluation / Track record designing multi‑country studies, producing policy‑relevant outputs, and supporting program decisions / Experience of working on understanding and documenting healthcare pathways including analysis of impact
• Technical Skills: Advanced proficiency in R or Stata (Python desirable); strong SQL for data wrangling; data visualization (e.g., Shiny/Power BI/Tableau) / Familiarity with privacy preserving analytics, data governance, and research ethics / Ability to translate complex analyses into practical recommendations for non‑technical audiences / Specialist expertise in at least one of the following areas: Economics; Mathematical modelling; Statistics; Operational research; Data science
• Language: Fluency in English; additional languages (French, Spanish, Arabic) desirable
Why Join Us?
• Be part of a diverse, multicultural, and inclusive organisation.
• Work on meaningful projects that make a global impact.
• Collaborate with passionate professionals dedicated to advancing SRHR and social justice.
How to Apply:
• Download the job description linked below for full requirements of this role.
• Complete the application form linked below.
• Send your completed application form and CV to Jobs@ippf.org with "
Health Research Scientist" in the subject line.
Do you have questions?
Please feel free to reach Jobs@ippf.org for any questions you may have.
About IPPFInternational Planned Parenthood Federation (IPPF) is a global sexual and reproductive health service provider and one of the leading advocates for universal access to sexual, reproductive health and rights (SRHR) for all. We are a worldwide movement of 149 national organisations working with and for communities and individuals and, together, have delivered more than 1 billion cumulative services over the last 6 years. We are now looking for people to join us and make our Come Together–Strategy 2028, a reality. Revolutionising IPPF, placing it in a stronger position to support SRHR for those who are left out, locked out or left behind. Come Together commits IPPF to shaping laws, policies and norms through feminist action and international solidarity; and to strengthen the federation adding new drive for real and lasting impact.Action is urgent. We have delivered. We have stood for justice and equality. We commit to more daring and feminist action that secures choices about our bodies, sexual lives, and well-being. Everyone should enjoy a pleasure-filled and healthy sex life and a life free from violence, shame or criminalisation. We know love is love. And we come together in support of women, youth, and people who are marginalised and excluded. Through the care we deliver, the actions we take, and the solidarity we foster. IPPF is an equal-opportunity employer. As a leading global human rights organisation focused on equality, empowerment, ending discrimination, and poverty eradication, we internally reflect social justice principles. We, as IPPF, strongly oppose racism in all its forms and resolutely go for a cultural change that will shift the existing imbalances in power and process. We are a multi-cultural, multi-lingual, intergenerational and diverse work environment. Applications are particularly encouraged from women, people living with HIV, people living with disability and people with diverse SOGIESC. IPPF is committed to the safety and protection of children, young people and vulnerable adults and our safer recruitment and selection procedures reflect this commitment. We expect all employees, volunteers, contractors and partners to share this commitment, and anyone employed by IPPF agrees to sign up to our Code of Conduct and Safeguarding (Children and Vulnerable Adults) Policy. IPPF has been made aware of various fraudulent vacancy announcements circulated via e-mail from websites falsely stating that they are issued by or in association with IPPF. These correspondences, which may seek to obtain money from the recipients of such correspondence, are fraudulent, and IPPF does not charge a fee at any stage of the recruitment process (application, interview, meeting, processing, training or any other fees).
Salary: Competitive, location-based. In line with IPPF’s regional compensation structure.Location: US (Washington D.C., NY, NJ, MD, VA) / UK (London) / Switzerland (Geneva, Zurich) / Kenya (Nairobi) / India (New Delhi) - remote workingContract type: 1-year Fixed Term Contract
About the Role:
IPPF is a global leader in sexual and reproductive health and rights (SRHR), advocating for universal access and delivering services across more than 150 countries. We are committed to evidence-based programming and continuous learning to maximize impact.
We are seeking a Research Analyst to strengthen IPPF's evidence-base by supporting, coordinating and conducting research and analysis to inform strategic decisions, advocacy, and program improvement. This role requires strong analytical skills, project management capabilities, and the ability to communicate findings effectively.
What you’ll do:
- Support the design of research questions and methodology, including both qualitative and quantitative methods to build IPPF's knowledge and evidence-base;
- Collaborate with Member Associations (MAs) on conducting qualitative research and case studies;
- Project manage research and MEL partnership initiatives with MAs and partner organisations
- Write up and disseminate reports, summaries, and presentations of research findings for internal and external audiences;
- Collaborate with academic and other research partners to construct and maintain trackers, indices, and other tools supporting greater knowledge of the SRHR environment.
- Analyse IPPF's service delivery data to enable actionable insights into IPPF's client profile and service delivery results;
- Support analysis of IPPF's global Results Framework data for the Annual Performance Report
- Work across the IPPF Secretariat to discuss and explain research findings and explore how these can be used effectively by Secretariat colleagues for e.g. advocacy, service delivery, fundraising, etc.;
- Ensure gender is effectively mainstreamed within the remit of the post and in line with IPPF's Gender Equality Policy.
- Build and maintain positive relationships with all members of staff, and contacts within and outside the Federation
- Undertake any other reasonable duties as may be requested from time to time
Key Skills / Expertise:
- Analytical Thinking & Problem Solving
- Demonstrates ability to interpret complex data sets and identify trends.
- Applies quantitative and qualitative research and analysis methods to generate actionable insights
- Uses evidence to inform decision-making and improve program outcomes
- Research Design & Methodology
- Designs research studies aligned with organizational priorities
- Ensures ethical standards and data integrity throughout research processes
- Proficient in quantitative and qualitative research techniques
- Provides technical support and training on data collection and analysis
- Communication & Influence
- Translates technical findings into clear, compelling reports and presentations
- Communicates effective with diverse audiences, including non-technical stakeholders
- Promotes knowledge sharing and learning within the organization
- Contributes to advocacy efforts by providing evidence-based recommendations
- Project Management
- Plans and manages research projects, ensuring timely delivery and quality outputs
- Coordinates with internal teams and external partners to achieve objectives
- Monitors budgets and resources effectively.
- Works collaboratively across departments and regions
- Commitment to IPPF Values
- Upholds IPPF's mission and principles, including rights-based approaches
- Maintains confidentiality and ethical standards in handling sensitive data
- Demonstrates cultural sensitivity and respect for diversity
Key Qualifications:
- Education:Master's degree in public health, Social Sciences, Statistics, or related field.
- Experience: 3-5 years in research, monitoring & evaluation, or data analysis within NGOs or international development
- Technical Skills: Proficiency in statistical software (SPSS, Stata, R) and data visualization tools.
- Languages: Fluency in English; additional languages (French, Spanish, Arabic) desirable
Your Ethos:
- Demonstrate an understanding of and commitment to safeguarding in a local and international context.
- Demonstrates ability and willingness to work in a diverse, multicultural, multilingual and intergenerational environment that is anti-racist and respectful of others.
- An intersectional (pro) feminist passion about sexual reproductive health care rights and justice, including safe abortion.
- Supportive of people's rights regardless of sexuality or gender identity/expression and supportive of workers' rights and access to health care in sex work
How to Apply:
- Complete the application form linked below.
- Send your completed application form, CV, and cover letter to with "Jobs@ippf.orgResearch Analyst" in the subject line.
Do you have questions?
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About IPPF
International Planned Parenthood Federation (IPPF) is a global sexual and reproductive health service provider and one of the leading advocates for universal access to sexual, reproductive health and rights (SRHR) for all. We are a worldwide movement of 149 national organisations working with and for communities and individuals and, together, have delivered more than 1 billion cumulative services over the last 6 years. We are now looking for people to join us and make our Come Together–Strategy 2028, a reality. Revolutionising IPPF, placing it in a stronger position to support SRHR for those who are left out, locked out or left behind. Come Together commits IPPF to shaping laws, policies and norms through feminist action and international solidarity; and to strengthen the federation adding new drive for real and lasting impact.Action is urgent. We have delivered. We have stood for justice and equality. We commit to more daring and feminist action that secures choices about our bodies, sexual lives, and well-being. Everyone should enjoy a pleasure-filled and healthy sex life and a life free from violence, shame or criminalisation. We know love is love. And we come together in support of women, youth, and people who are marginalised and excluded. Through the care we deliver, the actions we take, and the solidarity we foster. IPPF is an equal-opportunity employer. As a leading global human rights organisation focused on equality, empowerment, ending discrimination, and poverty eradication, we internally reflect social justice principles. We, as IPPF, strongly oppose racism in all its forms and resolutely go for a cultural change that will shift the existing imbalances in power and process. We are a multi-cultural, multi-lingual, intergenerational and diverse work environment. Applications are particularly encouraged from women, people living with HIV, people living with disability and people with diverse SOGIESC. IPPF is committed to the safety and protection of children, young people and vulnerable adults and our safer recruitment and selection procedures reflect this commitment. We expect all employees, volunteers, contractors and partners to share this commitment, and anyone employed by IPPF agrees to sign up to our Code of Conduct and Safeguarding (Children and Vulnerable Adults) Policy. IPPF has been made aware of various fraudulent vacancy announcements circulated via e-mail from websites falsely stating that they are issued by or in association with IPPF. These correspondences, which may seek to obtain money from the recipients of such correspondence, are fraudulent, and IPPF does not charge a fee at any stage of the recruitment process (application, interview, meeting, processing, training or any other fees).
Location: London (United Kingdom), Nairobi (Kenya), Tunis (Tunisia), Delhi (India) or Mexico City (Mexico) - work remotely with possible in-office hybrid Salary: Location-based in line with IPPF’s regional compensation structure. London circa GBP £53,298 / Nairobi USD $37,961 / Tunis TND 148,871 / Delhi INR 2,372,360 / Mexico MXN 686,492Report to: Director, People Organisation & Culture
About the role:
As the Anti-Racism Advisor at IPPF, you will spearhead IPPF's Anti-Racism Programme of Action, ensuring that our commitment to equity and inclusion is woven into every aspect of our work. You will work closely with IPPF Board members, our Member Associations, leadership and people across IPPF to drive transformative change and implement effective strategies to promote anti-racism and decoloniality within IPPF and beyond.
This is a hands-on, practical role for someone who can hit the ground running. You’ll be leading the design and delivery of Anti-Racism and Inclusion plans that turn IPPF’s vision of being a truly anti-racist organisation into reality — working across directorates and regions to embed change where it matters most. That means helping teams shift from intention to action — shaping and delivering interventions that have a real, measurable impact. From advising on best practice, facilitating workshops and training, to reporting on progress and helping the organisation stay accountable — this is a role with reach and purpose.
What you'll do:
Leadership and Coordination
- Coordinate the delivery and implementation of the specific objectives set out in IPPF’s Anti-Racism Programme of Action, including monitoring, evaluation and learning in line with the Theory of Change and planned objectives
- Advise the Director Leadership Team (DLT) and Regional Senior Management Teams (SMT) to create momentum and collaborate to implement initiatives that will deliver tangible outcomes, ensuring that anti-racism and decoloniality are embedded into ways of working within the Secretariat
- Engage specialist technical expertise to inform the development of initiatives
Project Management
- Develop a plan of activities to deliver the Programme, ensuring the plan is a live document and is formally reviewed on an annual basis.
- Ensure projects are delivered on time, within scope, and with measurable impact.
- Manage the design, development, roll out and reporting of Secretariat training on Anti-racism and inclusion
Organisational Integration and Coordination
- Coordinate, monitor and report to and manage work through the Board of Trustees Committee, ensuring they are updated and there is accountability
- Collaborate with the internal communications team to create and implement a comprehensive internal communications plan for the Anti-Racism & Decoloniality Road Map and related projects
- Keeping abreast of good practice, policy and legislation in relation to Anti-Racism and broader equalities areas to ensure the action plan is robust and relevant.
Cross-Organizational Collaboration
- Establish and maintain relationships with staff, member associations, and external partners working on anti-racism work, fostering collaboration and mutual support
- Work with cross-functional teams to ensure IPPF’s anti-racism work is aligned and complements inclusion activities related to gender, SOGIESC, Age and Disability.
- Work as part of the POC team to ensure that racial equity principles are embedded in all internal HR policies and practices
- Guide the Secretariat rollout of the Anti-Racism Programme of Action, ensuring alignment with IPPF’s mission, vision, and strategic objectives
- Support regions in integrating anti-racism initiatives into budgets and plans
Co-ordination of the Anti-Racism Working Group (ARWG)
- Oversee and collaborate with the Secretariat Anti-racism Working Group, dedicated to the effective coordination and implementation of anti-racism initiatives that consider the different regional needs, perceptions and realities within the Secretariat
- Provide all administrative and secretariat support to the ARWG including meeting invites, agendas and minutes, and ensure actions are carried out between meetings
- Work collaboratively with the group to ensure activities, actions and outcomes are co-produced, and that there is a collective responsibility for progressing the work of the group.
- Work with the group to review the Terms of Reference, group structure and membership on a regular basis to ensure the group is fit for purpose.
What you're good at:
- Project Management, stakeholder Management and mobilising teams to support the development of measurable initiatives to drive and embed cultural change and inclusion within an organisation.
- Building trust and working collaboratively with all levels and key stakeholders across a complex organisation
- Organisation, with ability to plan, set goals, and manage multiple projects simultaneously within a fast-moving environment
- Ability to identify and engage external experts to inform the direction of the work.
- Presenting and facilitating productive discussions. Influencing skills will be essential for this role
- Attention to detail - ability to provide quick turnaround and updates for multiple requests, while maintaining strong reputation of high-quality work
- Display discretion when handling confidential/sensitive information
What we're looking for:
Your experience
- At least 3 years’ experience of leading or supporting measurable inclusion or anti-racism work in a global organization
- Demonstrable experience managing multi-stakeholder projects. A proven track record in turning concepts and strategy into actionable plans with measurable impact
- Track record of working successfully with diverse, multicultural and multilingual groups.
Knowledge of the international humanitarian and development sector.
Your skills and qualities
- Strong project management skills from design and planning through to evaluation and learning, confident in resource and financial planning and management, conflict resolution and critical thinking.
- Strong communication and presentation skills and the ability to engage, influence and collaborate across all levels of an organization, and translate complex ideas into achievable plans
- A structured yet flexible and pragmatic planning approach, ensuring delivery stays focused while adapting to the realities of a fast-paced environment.
- Strong organizational and time management skills
- Excellent English speaking/writing, and strong influencing skills..
- An understanding of and commitment to safeguarding in a local and international context.
- Ability and willingness to work in a diverse, multicultural, multilingual and intergenerational environment that is anti-racist and respectful of others.
- An intersectional (pro) feminist passionate about sexual reproductive health care rights + justice, including safe abortion.
- Supportive of people’s rights regardless of sexuality or gender identity/expression and supportive of worker’s rights and access to health care in sex work.
Desirable
- Demonstrated experience of leading cultural and structural change initiatives, with an understanding of racial justice and social change
- An understanding of federated organizations would be helpful
- A knowledge of one other of the Secretariat languages to a good level – French, Spanish and Arabic would be advantageous
Why Join Us?
IPPF offers meaningful work, an inspiring environment, professional growth, and the chance to make a lasting impact on the lives of individuals and communities around the world. Working for IPPF offers a compelling value proposition
How to Apply:
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About IPPF:
International Planned Parenthood Federation (IPPF) is a global sexual and reproductive health service provider and one of the leading advocates for universal access to sexual, reproductive health and rights (SRHR) for all. We are a worldwide movement of 149 national organisations working with and for communities and individuals and, together, have delivered more than 1 billion cumulative services over the last 6 years.
We are now looking for people to join us and make our Come Together–Strategy 2028, a reality. Revolutionising IPPF, placing it in a stronger position to support SRHR for those who are left out, locked out or left behind. Come Together commits IPPF to shaping laws, policies and norms through feminist action and international solidarity; and to strengthen the federation adding new drive for real and lasting impact.
Action is urgent. We have delivered. We have stood for justice and equality. We commit to more daring and feminist action that secures choices about our bodies, sexual lives, and well-being. Everyone should enjoy a pleasure-filled and healthy sex life and a life free from violence, shame or criminalisation. We know love is love. And we come together in support of women, youth, and people who are marginalised and excluded. Through the care we deliver, the actions we take, and the solidarity we foster. IPPF is an equal-opportunity employer. As a leading global human rights organisation focused on equality, empowerment, ending discrimination, and poverty eradication, we internally reflect social justice principles. We, as IPPF, strongly oppose racism in all its forms and resolutely go for a cultural change that will shift the existing imbalances in power and process.
We are a multi-cultural, multi-lingual, intergenerational and diverse work environment. Applications are particularly encouraged from women, people living with HIV, people living with disability and people with diverse SOGIESC.
IPPF is committed to the safety and protection of children, young people and vulnerable adults and our safer recruitment and selection procedures reflect this commitment. We expect all employees, volunteers, contractors and partners to share this commitment, and anyone employed by IPPF agrees to sign up to our Code of Conduct and Safeguarding (Children and Vulnerable Adults) Policy. IPPF has been made aware of various fraudulent vacancy announcements circulated via e-mail from websites falsely stating that they are issued by or in association with IPPF. These correspondences, which may seek to obtain money from the recipients of such correspondence, are fraudulent, and IPPF does not charge a fee at any stage of the recruitment process (application, interview, meeting, processing, training or any other fees).