Facilitator for Gender Equality and Women's Empowerment

Job Posting Organization:
UN Women was established in July 2010 by the United Nations General Assembly as the United Nations Entity for Gender Equality and the Empowerment of Women. The organization was created as part of the UN reform agenda, aiming to consolidate resources and mandates to enhance the impact of gender equality initiatives. UN Women merges and builds upon the work of four previously distinct parts of the UN system that focused on gender equality and women's empowerment. The organization operates globally, with a mission to eliminate discrimination against women and girls, empower women, and achieve equality between women and men as partners and beneficiaries of development, human rights, humanitarian action, and peace and security" style="border-bottom: 1px dotted #007bff !important;">security. UN Women is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive environment, promoting mutual respect and equality in its workforce.

Job Overview:
The position of Facilitator for Gender Equality and Women's Empowerment at UN Women India involves leading participatory workshops and consultations that align with the milestones of the Ford Foundation partnership. The facilitator will be responsible for designing and delivering tailored workshop agendas and methodologies, ensuring consistency in quality across various convenings. This role requires synthesizing discussions to provide actionable insights and supporting milestone documentation and donor communications. The facilitator will engage with state governments, civil society organizations, and high-net-worth individuals across multiple states, including Bihar, Kerala, Maharashtra, and Madhya Pradesh, to advance gender equality and women's empowerment initiatives. The facilitator will work closely with UN Women teams and partners to ensure that all outputs align with the broader program strategy and effectively address gender-based violence and gender-responsive budgeting.

Duties and Responsibilities:
The duties and responsibilities of the facilitator include:

• Pre-Workshop: Reviewing project documents such as baseline reports and milestone plans; designing tailored agendas, methodologies, and tools for each milestone; and supporting state teams in contextualizing facilitation approaches.
• During Workshop: Facilitating in-person and hybrid events at both state and national levels; employing inclusive and interactive methods to engage diverse stakeholders; ensuring that workshop objectives are met; and synthesizing discussions in real time.
• Post-Workshop: Documenting key insights, recommendations, and follow-up actions; conducting debrief calls with UN Women and partners for feedback; and supporting the drafting of milestone reports and donor presentations.
• Strategic Facilitation Support: Facilitating the formation of a platform to leverage public finance to address gender-based violence; supporting strategic dialogues and consultations with government entities, civil society, donors, and private sector actors; and drafting background documents and communication materials.

Required Qualifications:
The position requires a strong commitment to gender equality and women's empowerment, demonstrated through experience in researching or working on gender issues. Candidates must possess strong research and writing skills, analytical abilities, and creative thinking. The ability to think logically and work with precision and attention to detail is essential. Additionally, candidates should demonstrate initiative, sound judgment, and the ability to work harmoniously with individuals from diverse national and cultural backgrounds.

Educational Background:
Candidates must hold a Master's degree in Gender Studies, Social Sciences, or equivalent degrees from recognized institutions. This educational background is crucial for understanding the complexities of gender issues and effectively facilitating workshops and consultations.

Experience:
A minimum of 7 years of experience in facilitation, strategy development, and gender-related programming is required. Candidates should have prior experience working with UN agencies, donors, government entities, and civil society organizations. Strong documentation and synthesis skills are essential for this role, as the facilitator will be responsible for capturing key insights and recommendations from workshops and consultations.

Languages:
Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English and Hindi are mandatory. Proficiency in any other Indian language is considered an asset, as it will enhance the facilitator's ability to communicate research findings and engage with a variety of audiences effectively.

Additional Notes:
The position may require travel, and consultants aged 65 years or older must undergo a full medical examination and provide a statement of fitness to work. Consultants are expected to submit a doctor's certificate confirming their fitness to work and travel for this assignment. Due to the high volume of applications, only candidates selected for further consideration will be contacted. The consultant is expected to use their own computer equipment, as the office will not provide any. Daily Subsistence Allowance (DSA) will be settled according to the Consultant Contract norms upon submission of the F-10 form with original ticket stubs and vouchers. UN Women has a zero-tolerance policy regarding conduct incompatible with its aims and objectives, including sexual exploitation and abuse, sexual harassment, and discrimination.