International Consultant on Ending Violence Against Women

Job Posting Organization:
UN Women, established in July 2010, is dedicated to gender equality and the empowerment of women. It operates globally, focusing on eliminating discrimination against women and girls, empowering women, and achieving equality between genders. UN Women leads and coordinates efforts within the United Nations system to ensure that commitments to gender equality translate into action worldwide. In Vietnam, UN Women aligns its initiatives with the country's Socio-Economic Development Plan and the National Strategy for Gender Equality, contributing to the fulfillment of commitments under the Convention on the Elimination of All Forms of Discrimination against Women (CEDAW) and the 2030 Sustainable Development Agenda. The organization emphasizes partnerships with civil society and other actors to achieve its goals, focusing on key priorities such as climate change, economic transformation, and governance.

Job Overview:
The International Consultant on Ending Violence Against Women (EVAW) will play a crucial role in providing technical and resource mobilization support within UN Women’s EVAW portfolio. The consultant will collaborate closely with the EVAW specialist and other UN Women staff and partners to ensure effective implementation of programs aimed at ending violence against women. This position requires the consultant to offer timely and effective technical advice on the design and execution of UN Women’s initiatives in this area. The consultant will be responsible for developing concept notes that promote innovative and evidence-based activities, translating strategic plans into actionable project documents, and reviewing existing assessments to recommend future priorities for EVAW initiatives. The role also involves building partnerships and mobilizing resources to enhance UN Women’s contributions to EVAW in Vietnam, ensuring that the organization’s efforts align with government priorities and international standards.

Duties and Responsibilities:
The consultant will be tasked with several key responsibilities, including: 1) Providing technical support for the design and implementation of program activities related to EVAW, which includes developing concept notes and integrating EVAW into other thematic areas. 2) Collaborating with partners to translate UN Women’s strategic plans into project documents, ensuring alignment with budgets and result frameworks. 3) Reviewing existing assessments on EVAW and recommending priorities for future work. 4) Developing knowledge assets such as briefs and guidelines focused on EVAW. 5) Building partnerships and mobilizing resources for EVAW initiatives, identifying new partnerships to expand UN Women’s impact in Vietnam. 6) Supporting program management functions by drafting donor reports and tracking project budgets. 7) Providing additional technical support as requested by the Program Specialist on EVAW and other UN Women personnel.

Required Qualifications:
Candidates must possess a Master’s Degree in Gender Studies, Human Rights, or a related field. Alternatively, a first-level university degree combined with two additional years of qualifying experience may be accepted in lieu of the advanced degree. The role requires a strong understanding of gender equality and development, particularly in the context of ending violence against women.

Educational Background:
The educational requirements for this position include a Master’s Degree in Gender Studies, Human Rights, or other relevant social sciences disciplines. A first-level university degree may be considered if accompanied by sufficient relevant experience.

Experience:
Candidates should have at least 10 years of experience in designing, implementing, and monitoring projects focused on ending violence against women and promoting gender equality. Familiarity with international frameworks for violence against women prevention and response is essential, along with strong training and facilitation skills. Experience working in Vietnam is considered an advantage.

Languages:
Fluency in English is mandatory for this position. Knowledge of other UN official languages is considered an asset, enhancing the candidate's ability to engage in a multilingual environment.

Additional Notes:
The position is a consultancy role, and details regarding contract duration, seniority level, and whether it is full-time or part-time are not specified. UN Women emphasizes diversity and inclusion in its hiring practices and has a zero-tolerance policy for misconduct. Selected candidates will undergo rigorous background checks, including verification of academic credentials and employment history. Applicants are encouraged to provide any necessary accommodations to support their participation in the recruitment process.