National Consultant for Gender Equality Profile Development

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Job Overview:
The position of National Consultant for Gender Equality Profile Development involves leading the drafting and analytical components of the Jordan Country Gender Equality Profile (CGEP). This role is crucial in ensuring that the CGEP reflects the latest data and aligns with international frameworks such as CEDAW, SDG 5, and the Beijing Platform for Action. The consultant will work closely with UN Women Jordan, the Resident Coordinator Office (RCO), and the Gender Theme Group (GTG) to develop a comprehensive analytical reference on the status of women and girls in Jordan. The consultant is expected to maintain proactive communication and collaboration with all relevant partners to ensure coherence, inclusivity, and high-quality outputs in line with UN standards. The consultant will report directly to the Deputy Representative and will be supported by the Coordination associate for coordination and contractual matters. This role requires a strong understanding of gender issues and the ability to translate findings into actionable guidance for UN planning.

Duties and Responsibilities:
The consultant will undertake several key responsibilities, including:

• Conducting a desk review and data consolidation by reviewing existing analytical products and reports, including the previous Gender Equality Profile, GEAP, and GTG Work Plans.
• Extracting and synthesizing relevant quantitative and qualitative data, including sex-, age-, and location-disaggregated statistics.
• Mapping gaps in available evidence and identifying areas requiring validation or additional consultation.
• Preparing the first draft of the CGEP, ensuring it follows GEAP and UN Women global guidance.
• Developing thematic chapters covering legal and institutional frameworks, economic participation, violence against women, political representation, access to services, peace and security, and other relevant topics.
• Facilitating consultations with the GTG, RCO, and UN partners to incorporate feedback and ensure diverse stakeholder perspectives are accurately reflected.
• Producing a final, high-quality CGEP that incorporates all validated inputs.
• Supporting the preparation of key messages, presentation materials, and a short dissemination brief for the CGEP launch and communication plan.

Required Qualifications:
The position requires a Master’s degree (or equivalent) in gender studies, development studies, public policy, economics, law, social sciences, or a related field. A first-level university degree combined with two additional years of qualifying experience may be accepted in lieu of the advanced degree. Professional certification in research methods, impact evaluation, or monitoring and evaluation is considered an asset. The consultant must possess strong quantitative and qualitative research skills, including the ability to consolidate disaggregated data and critically appraise sources. Excellent drafting and editing skills with attention to analytical coherence and usability for programming are essential. Familiarity with UN coordination processes and gender accountability/tracking tools is also required.

Educational Background:
Candidates must hold a Master’s degree (or equivalent) in a relevant field such as gender studies, development studies, public policy, economics, law, or social sciences. Alternatively, a first-level university degree combined with two additional years of qualifying experience may be accepted in lieu of the advanced degree. Professional certification in research methods or monitoring and evaluation is advantageous.

Experience:
Candidates should have at least 7 years of progressively responsible experience in research, analysis, and production of flagship knowledge products on women’s rights and equality. Demonstrated expertise in gender analysis, national gender policies, gender mainstreaming, and women’s empowerment across various domains is required. A proven track record of leading multi-chapter country profiles and translating evidence into actionable guidance for UN planning is desirable. Strong quantitative and qualitative research skills, including the ability to produce clear figures and executive summaries, are essential.

Languages:
Fluency in English and Arabic is required for this position. Proficiency in additional languages may be considered an asset but is not mandatory.

Additional Notes:
This consultancy is home-based, with the possibility of travel if required, with costs covered by UN Women. The consultant is expected to deliver outputs within agreed timelines and quality standards. The position emphasizes core values such as integrity, professionalism, and respect for diversity, and core competencies including awareness of gender issues, accountability, and effective communication. The consultant will be expected to adhere to UN Women’s policies and procedures, including a zero-tolerance policy on conduct incompatible with the aims and objectives of the United Nations.