Senior National Consultant- Gender Responsive Budgeting (GRB)

Job Posting Organization:
UN Women is an entity of the United Nations dedicated to gender equality and the empowerment of women. Established in July 2010, UN Women was created as part of the UN reform agenda to consolidate resources and mandates for greater impact in the area of gender equality. The organization merges and builds upon the work of four previously distinct parts of the UN system that focused on gender equality and women's empowerment. UN Women operates globally, focusing on key priority areas that are fundamental to women's equality and can unlock progress across various sectors. The organization is committed to eliminating discrimination against women and girls, empowering women, and achieving 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 India specifically champions gender equality and women's empowerment through initiatives like Gender Responsive Budgeting (GRB), which has been a vital tool in addressing gender disparities and promoting inclusive development in the country.

Job Overview:
The Senior National Consultant for Gender Responsive Budgeting (GRB) will play a crucial role in documenting the process and impact of GRB in India over the last decade, specifically from 2015 to 202

• This position involves assessing how GRB programs and policies have enabled stakeholders to prioritize, monitor, and evaluate investments in Gender Equality and Women’s Empowerment (GEWE) at the national level. The consultant will examine the impact of GRB as a tool for advancing gender equality and women’s empowerment, particularly through advocacy and policy engagement at the state level, with a focus on Madhya Pradesh. The consultant will be responsible for collecting and compiling data, engaging with various stakeholders, and delivering a comprehensive report within a stipulated timeframe. This role requires a deep understanding of gender issues, policy advocacy, and the ability to engage effectively with government and civil society stakeholders.

Duties and Responsibilities:
The consultant will be responsible for several key activities, including:

• Conducting stakeholder mapping of relevant government departments, institutions, research organizations, civil society organizations, and gender experts involved in gender responsive budgeting.
• Conducting Key Informant Interviews (KIIs) with stakeholders who have been part of the gender responsive budgeting journey over the last decade.
• Performing a desk review of policies and program initiatives that allocated budgets to address GEWE at the national level and in Madhya Pradesh over the past decade.
• Documenting success stories at both the national and state levels.
• Assessing the impact of the GRB program on the implementation of selected schemes/programs related to GEWE in Madhya Pradesh. The consultant will deliver an inception report, finalized KII tools, draft national and state reports, and a detailed presentation showcasing the assessment process and key results with actionable recommendations.

Required Qualifications:
The position requires a Master’s Degree or equivalent in fields such as Economics, Social Sciences, Social Work, Gender Studies, Journalism, Public Administration, Policy, or related areas. Candidates must have substantial work experience in policy advocacy and gender-responsive budgeting, particularly at the national or state level. A strong understanding of development issues and gender is essential, along with good oral and written communication skills. The consultant should demonstrate a positive and constructive attitude towards work, focusing on impact and results for partners, and should be able to maintain confidentiality and diplomacy in interactions with stakeholders.

Educational Background:
Candidates must possess a Master’s Degree or equivalent in relevant fields such as Economics, Social Sciences, Social Work, Gender Studies, Journalism, Public Administration, or Policy. This educational background is crucial for understanding the complexities of gender responsive budgeting and its implications for policy and governance.

Experience:
The position requires at least 10 years of experience working at the national or state level with government entities or UN agencies on Gender Responsive Budgeting, Gender Responsive Governance, and Gender Equality and Women’s Empowerment. Experience in process documentation, strategic planning, and development is also necessary. Familiarity with gender-responsive budgeting initiatives and their implementation will be considered an added advantage.

Languages:
Proficiency in English is mandatory, along with a good command of Hindi and the state language in reading and writing. This linguistic capability is essential for effective communication with stakeholders and for conducting interviews and documentation.

Additional Notes:
This is a part-time consultancy assignment. The consultant is expected to use their own computer equipment, as the office will not provide any. Travel and Daily Subsistence Allowance (DSA) will be booked and settled according to SSA norms by UN Women upon submission of the necessary forms and original ticket stubs. The payment schedule is structured around the submission of deliverables, with specific percentages allocated to each stage of the assignment. The evaluation and selection process will include a written sample and an interview, with criteria based on required qualifications and relevant experience. UN Women is committed to diversity and inclusion in its hiring practices and has a zero-tolerance policy for misconduct.