National Experts for Gender Audit

Job Posting Organization:
UN Women, established in July 2010, is the United Nations Entity for Gender Equality and the Empowerment of Women. Its mission is 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 operates globally, focusing on supporting governments and civil society organizations in advancing gender equality and implementing national and international commitments on gender equality and women’s human rights. In Ukraine, UN Women is actively involved in projects that address the impact of war on women's participation in various sectors, particularly in the context of the Women, Peace and Security agenda. The organization collaborates with various stakeholders, including the government and civil society, to promote gender equality and women's rights.

Job Overview:
The National Experts will play a crucial role in supporting the State Security Service of Ukraine (SSSCIPU) in conducting a Gender Audit (GA) to integrate gender equality into its internal policies and processes. This position involves providing expert, coordination, and technical support to ensure that the GA is conducted effectively and that the findings are translated into actionable recommendations. The National Experts will work closely with the SSSCIPU and UN Women to develop a detailed roadmap for the GA, facilitate discussions and consultations, analyze internal documents and data, and prepare reports on the findings and recommendations. The role requires a strong understanding of gender issues, data collection and analysis, and the ability to engage with various stakeholders to promote gender equality within the security and defense sector.

Duties and Responsibilities:
The National Experts will be responsible for the following tasks:

• Develop a detailed roadmap for conducting the Gender Audit, including roles, responsibilities, and timelines.
• Facilitate expert discussions and technical meetings with the SSSCIPU Working Group to develop proposals for the GA.
• Review and adjust the GA methodology as needed based on existing guidelines.
• Analyze internal documents and policies related to gender equality within the SSSCIPU.
• Conduct workshops to raise awareness among SSSCIPU personnel about the GA process.
• Develop a questionnaire and guide for primary data collection, including interviews and surveys.
• Conduct a detailed analysis of collected data, including multivariable analysis.
• Draft and present a report on the GA findings, including recommendations and lessons learned.
• Facilitate the development of action plans based on GA recommendations. 1
• Prepare monthly reports on the implementation of tasks and results achieved.

Required Qualifications:
Candidates must possess an advanced university degree (Master’s degree or equivalent) in public administration, law, social science, security and defense, international relations, international human rights, gender studies, or related fields. They should have at least five years of relevant work experience in human rights, gender equality, governance, public administration, or related fields. Proven experience in conducting gender assessments, gender analyses, and providing technical support to government institutions on gender equality issues is essential. Candidates should also have experience in coordinating meetings and consultations with government officials and a strong understanding of national and international gender equality commitments in Ukraine.

Educational Background:
An advanced university degree (Master’s degree or equivalent) in relevant fields such as public administration, law, social science, security and defense, international relations, international human rights, or gender studies is required for this position. This educational background is crucial for understanding the complexities of gender issues and the legal frameworks surrounding them.

Experience:
Candidates should have a minimum of five years of relevant work experience in fields related to human rights, gender equality, governance, and public administration. This experience should include planning and conducting gender assessments and analyses, as well as providing advisory support to government institutions on gender equality and women's empowerment. Previous experience in coordinating technical support for meetings and consultations with government officials is also necessary.

Languages:
Fluency in both Ukrainian and English is mandatory for this position. Proficiency in these languages is essential for effective communication and reporting, as well as for conducting interviews and workshops with stakeholders.

Additional Notes:
This consultancy is home-based with occasional visits to the SSSCIPU and UN Women offices as needed. Payments will be made monthly upon submission and approval of reports. The level of remuneration will be based on the UN salary scale. National Experts are expected to work using their own computers and will receive background materials from UN Women and SSSCIPU. They are also required to complete a one-day individual first aid training at the beginning of the assignment. All reports must be submitted in English, while supporting documents can be in Ukrainian. UN Women emphasizes diversity and inclusion in its hiring practices and has a zero-tolerance policy for misconduct.