Project Coordinator for Gender Equality

Job Posting Organization:
The United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) is the UN's global development network, established to promote sustainable development and eradicate poverty. UNDP operates in approximately 170 countries and territories, focusing on various development challenges. In Bosnia and Herzegovina, UNDP is committed to supporting the country's Agenda 2030 commitments and the European Union's goals, particularly through its 2026-2030 Country Programme. The organization emphasizes green, sustainable, and inclusive growth, accountable governance, and social cohesion, working with a diverse range of stakeholders to implement projects that strengthen capacities for socio-economic reforms and promote gender equality.

Job Overview:
The Project Coordinator for Gender Equality will play a crucial role in advancing gender equality and women's leadership within decision-making processes in Bosnia and Herzegovina. This position involves coordinating efforts to empower women and adolescent girls, designing and implementing training programs, and overseeing civic education initiatives aimed at increasing women's participation in public life. The coordinator will also be responsible for providing technical support to audit institutions and parliamentary bodies, ensuring that gender-responsive budgeting is integrated into their practices. The role requires collaboration with various stakeholders, including UN agencies and local partners, to ensure effective implementation of gender equality policies and strategies. The incumbent will also manage project documentation, monitor progress, and capture success stories to enhance project visibility and knowledge management.

Duties and Responsibilities:
The incumbent will coordinate efforts to strengthen institutional frameworks for promoting gender equality and women's leadership, serve as a focal point for empowering women in leadership roles, and support the design and implementation of training programs for women aspirants and elected officials. Responsibilities include overseeing civic education programs, preparing policy recommendations, managing logistical arrangements for training sessions, and collaborating with UN agencies to ensure efficient implementation of gender equality initiatives. Additionally, the coordinator will provide technical support for SDG-based audits, enhance auditors' capabilities in gender-responsive budgeting, and facilitate workshops to improve understanding of these practices. The role also involves ensuring coordination with relevant ministries and stakeholders, supporting data collection and evaluation, and maintaining project documentation in compliance with UNDP procedures. The incumbent will capture and disseminate project achievements and ensure that all project documents are written using gender-sensitive language.

Required Qualifications:
Candidates must possess an advanced university degree (Master’s Degree or equivalent) in public administration, economics, gender studies, law, political sciences, social sciences, or a related field. Alternatively, a first-level university degree (bachelor’s degree) in the aforementioned areas, combined with two years of qualifying work experience, will be considered. Applicants with a Master’s degree are not required to have professional work experience, while those with a Bachelor’s degree must have a minimum of two years of relevant professional experience at the national or international level. Desirable criteria include experience in implementing programs addressing gender-based violence (GBV), organizing training sessions, and expertise in mainstreaming gender equality into project implementation.

Educational Background:
An advanced university degree (Master’s Degree or equivalent) in relevant fields such as public administration, economics, gender studies, law, political sciences, or social sciences is required. A first-level university degree (bachelor’s degree) in these areas, along with two years of relevant work experience, will also be considered. This educational background is essential for understanding the complexities of gender issues and the socio-political landscape in which the UNDP operates.

Experience:
The position requires a minimum of two years of relevant professional experience for candidates with a Bachelor’s degree. Those with a Master’s degree are not required to have prior work experience. Relevant experience should include administrative, project, or gender-related roles at the national or international level. Candidates should demonstrate experience in implementing and monitoring programs related to gender equality and GBV, as well as in building partnerships with various stakeholders.

Languages:
Fluency in English and Bosnian/Croatian/Serbian is required for this position. Proficiency in these languages is essential for effective communication with diverse stakeholders and for the successful implementation of gender equality initiatives.

Additional Notes:
The position is part of a project aimed at promoting gender equality and women's leadership in Bosnia and Herzegovina. UNDP is an equal opportunity employer and values diversity, encouraging qualified applicants from all backgrounds to apply. The organization is committed to creating an inclusive workplace and does not tolerate harassment or discrimination. UNDP reserves the right to select multiple candidates from this vacancy announcement and may retain applications for similar positions. Candidates are advised to read UNDP’s guidance on using AI responsibly in recruitment and to be aware of potential scams in the recruitment process.