National Consultant to Support Gender Audit

Job Posting Organization:
UN Women was established in July 2010 as part of the United Nations reform agenda to enhance the impact of gender equality and women's empowerment initiatives. The organization is dedicated to eliminating discrimination against women and girls, empowering women, and achieving gender equality in various sectors including development, human rights, humanitarian action, and peace and security" style="border-bottom: 1px dotted #007bff !important;">security. UN Women operates globally, with a mission to ensure that women and girls, especially those at risk of being left behind, can lead, influence, and benefit from inclusive governance and economic growth. In Ukraine, UN Women aims to enhance the capacities of government and women's rights organizations to drive gender-responsive governance and implement the Women, Peace and Security Agenda. The organization has been instrumental in developing strategic documents such as the State Strategy on Equal Rights and Opportunities of Women and Men until 2030, which outlines consolidated actions for advancing gender equality in Ukrainian society.

Job Overview:
The National Consultant will play a crucial role in supporting the gender audit at the Secretariat of the Cabinet of Ministers of Ukraine. This position involves collaborating with the Government Commissioner on Gender Equality Policy and UN Women to implement the gender audit as mandated by the State Strategy on Ensuring Equal Rights and Opportunities for Women and Men. The consultant will be responsible for adapting the GA methodology, conducting desk reviews, facilitating surveys and interviews, and analyzing data to draft comprehensive reports. The consultant will also engage in knowledge sharing and training sessions, ensuring that the audit process is inclusive and effective. The role requires a strong understanding of gender issues and the ability to provide technical support to government institutions, ensuring that gender perspectives are integrated into their operations. The consultant will work closely with a team, including another National Expert, to achieve the objectives of the gender audit and contribute to the development of an action plan based on the audit findings.

Duties and Responsibilities:
The consultant's duties will include providing inputs to the draft of the adapted GA methodology, organizing validation sessions with the SCMU gender audit working group, and participating in expert discussions and consultations. The consultant will conduct a thorough desk review of existing documents and data, facilitate online surveys and key informant interviews, and analyze the collected data. Additionally, the consultant will draft the GA report, incorporating best practices and recommendations, and support the validation and presentation of the report's findings. The consultant will also assist in developing an action plan to address identified gender equality issues based on the audit results. The role requires effective communication and collaboration with various stakeholders to ensure the successful implementation of the gender audit.

Required Qualifications:
Candidates must possess an advanced (Master’s) degree or equivalent in fields such as public administration, law, social science, international relations, human rights, or gender studies. Alternatively, a first-level university degree combined with two additional years of relevant experience may be accepted. The position requires at least two years of relevant work experience in human rights, gender equality, governance, or related fields. Proven experience in planning and conducting gender assessments, gender analyses, and providing advisory support to government institutions is essential. Candidates should demonstrate a strong understanding of gender equality commitments and the ability to coordinate technical support for meetings and consultations with government authorities.

Educational Background:
The educational background required for this position includes an advanced (Master’s) degree in relevant fields such as public administration, law, social science, international relations, human rights, or gender studies. A first-level university degree may be accepted if accompanied by additional qualifying experience. This educational foundation is crucial for understanding the complexities of gender equality and human rights issues.

Experience:
The position requires a minimum of two years of relevant work experience following the attainment of a Master’s degree. Candidates should have experience in human rights and gender equality, governance, public administration, or related fields. Proven experience in conducting gender assessments and providing technical support to government institutions is highly desirable. Familiarity with gender-sensitive data and the ability to engage with various stakeholders in the context of gender equality initiatives are also important.

Languages:
Fluency in Ukrainian is mandatory, and a working level of English is required. Proficiency in both languages is essential for effective communication and reporting in this role, as the consultant will be expected to draft reports and engage with stakeholders in both languages.

Additional Notes:
This consultancy is home-based, with occasional visits to the SCMU and UN Women offices as needed. Travel is not anticipated, but if required, arrangements will be made according to UN Women’s regulations. The consultant is expected to work using their own computer and complete mandatory UN Women trainings. The position does not specify a contract duration or seniority level, but it is implied that the consultant will be engaged for the duration of the gender audit process, which includes multiple reporting deadlines extending into 2026.