National Consultant for Gender Equality Profile Update

Job Posting Organization:
The organization responsible for this job posting is UN Women, which is the United Nations entity dedicated to gender equality and the empowerment of women. Established in 2010, UN Women works globally to eliminate discrimination against women and girls, empower them, 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 in over 100 countries, advocating for the rights of women and girls and ensuring their participation in decision-making processes. The organization focuses on various areas, including economic empowerment, political participation, and ending violence against women.

Job Overview:
The position of National Consultant for Gender Equality Profile Update involves contributing to the development of a high-quality Chapter 4 of the Country Gender Equality Profile (CGEP) update for Vietnam. The consultant will be responsible for delivering two main outputs: firstly, developing section 4.3 on the private sector, trade, and value chains under Chapter 4, which focuses on gender equality in economic development; and secondly, consolidating the four sections of Chapter 4 into a coherent analysis. The consultant will explore key issues such as the current state of female entrepreneurship and private sector leadership, the economic and social benefits of diverse leadership teams, and the role of the private sector in promoting gender equality. The consultant is expected to conduct thorough research, including desk reviews and secondary data analysis, and draft a maximum of five pages for the chapter based on the agreed outline. The position requires strong analytical skills, excellent writing abilities, and the capacity to work independently while closely updating the team leader on progress.

Duties and Responsibilities:
The consultant will perform several key functions and activities, including:

• Section Drafting: Identify relevant data sources to discuss key issues within section 4.
• Conduct a desk review and secondary data analysis on the topic. Draft a maximum of five pages for the chapter based on the agreed outline, adhering to the guidance and principles provided. Regularly update the team leader on the progress of the writing.
• Chapter Drafting, Report Revision, Consultation, and Launch: Compile, revise, and finalize the chapter based on feedback from the team leader, Advisory Group, and validation workshop. Participate in meetings and consultations to present the chapter. Prepare a PowerPoint presentation on the report findings and a half-page executive summary of the chapter. Present findings and recommendations at the national dissemination and launch workshop. Deliverables are due on specified dates, with the first due on 1 March 2026 and the second on 30 May 2026.

Required Qualifications:
The position requires a Master's degree or equivalent in Economics, Development Economics, or a related field. Additionally, the consultant must possess at least 20 years of progressively responsible work experience in gender equality-related work within the economic sector in Vietnam. Proven experience in leading research on gender equality in economic policy, trade, or value chain development in Vietnam is essential. The consultant should have a track record of producing high-quality policy papers in Vietnam, which is considered an advantage. Excellent analytical skills, a strong drive for results, and the ability to work independently are crucial for this role.

Educational Background:
Candidates must hold a Master's degree or equivalent in Economics, Development Economics, or a related field. This educational background is essential to ensure that the consultant has the necessary theoretical knowledge and analytical skills to effectively contribute to the project.

Experience:
The consultant is expected to have a minimum of 20 years of progressively responsible work experience in gender equality-related work within the economic sector in Vietnam. This extensive experience should include proven expertise in leading research on gender equality in economic policy, trade, or value chain development, as well as a history of producing high-quality policy papers in Vietnam. The ability to demonstrate excellent analytical skills and a strong drive for results is also required, along with the capacity to work independently.

Languages:
Fluency in English is mandatory, as all deliverables and communications will be conducted in English. While not explicitly stated, proficiency in Vietnamese may be beneficial for understanding local contexts and engaging with stakeholders effectively.

Additional Notes:
This consultancy is home-based, which may require minimal travel for meetings and workshops related to the work, primarily conducted online. Travel related to the consultancy will be considered an official mission and will be arranged by UN Women in accordance with their Consultant Contract Policy and Duty Travel Policy. The position is expected to be full-time, with specific deliverables due on 1 March 2026 and 30 May 2026, indicating a structured timeline for the consultancy.