International Expert for Violence Against Women Survey

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, promoting their empowerment, and ensuring equality between women and men. UN Women works in various countries, including Albania, where it implements strategic initiatives aimed at enhancing women's rights and contributing to sustainable socio-economic development. The organization collaborates with national institutions to strengthen gender statistics and inform evidence-based policymaking, particularly in the context of violence against women and gender equality.

Job Overview:
The position of International Expert for Violence Against Women Survey involves providing technical and methodological support to the Albanian National Institute of Statistics (INSTAT) for the design and implementation of a national survey on violence against women (VAW). The expert will lead the revision of the survey methodology, including sample design and data collection tools, ensuring compliance with international standards and guidelines. The role requires collaboration with various stakeholders and the delivery of training to field staff. The expert will also be responsible for data analysis and dissemination of findings, contributing to the broader goals of gender equality and women's empowerment in Albania.

Duties and Responsibilities:
The duties and responsibilities of the International Expert include:

• Providing overall technical and methodological leadership for the VAW survey, ensuring alignment with Eurostat and UN guidelines.
• Reviewing and guiding the development of the survey sample strategy and questionnaire.
• Supporting INSTAT in developing ethical protocols and training packages for field staff.
• Conducting stakeholder consultations to inform survey objectives and methodology.
• Guiding pilot testing of survey instruments and making necessary adjustments.
• Providing technical support for data processing, validation, and quality assurance.
• Assisting in the development of a tabulation plan and draft analytical report.
• Participating in the dissemination of survey findings to stakeholders, including policymakers and partners.

Required Qualifications:
Candidates must possess an advanced degree (Master) in Social Sciences, Gender Studies, Development Studies, Human Rights, Sociology, or a related field. Alternatively, a first-level university degree combined with two additional years of qualifying experience may be accepted. The position requires a minimum of 10 years of relevant experience in human rights, social inclusion, or gender-based violence, with at least 7 years focused on research and statistical processes in the area of GBV/VAW. Experience leading household surveys on GBV/VAW at international or national levels is essential, along with familiarity with Eurostat and EIGE methodological requirements.

Educational Background:
An advanced degree (Master) in relevant fields such as Social Sciences, Gender Studies, Development Studies, or Human Rights is required. A first-level university degree in combination with additional qualifying experience may also be considered. The educational background should reflect a strong foundation in gender issues and statistical methodologies.

Experience:
The position requires a minimum of 10 years of progressively responsible experience in human rights, social inclusion, or gender-based violence, with at least 7 years specifically in research and statistical processes related to GBV/VAW. Candidates should have experience leading household surveys and familiarity with international survey methodologies for measuring gender-based violence. Previous training or facilitation experience in conducting surveys on GBV/VAW is also necessary.

Languages:
Fluency in English is mandatory for this position. Knowledge of additional languages may be considered an asset but is not explicitly required.

Additional Notes:
This consultancy is home-based, with a maximum of four trips to Tirana, Albania, required for stakeholder consultations and training sessions. The role is expected to involve full-time commitment during the survey preparation and implementation phases, with specific deliverables outlined in the job description. The position emphasizes the importance of integrity, professionalism, and respect for diversity, aligning with UN Women's core values.