International Consultant - Adaptive Leadership and Cognitive Coaching

Job Posting Organization:
UN Women is the United Nations entity dedicated to gender equality and the empowerment of women and girls. Established to advance women's rights and gender equality, UN Women works globally to shift laws, institutions, social behaviors, and services to close the gender gap. The organization partners with governments, women's movements, and the private sector to translate progress into lasting changes. UN Women operates in various countries, focusing on leadership, economic empowerment, freedom from violence, and women, peace, and security" style="border-bottom: 1px dotted #007bff !important;">security. In Bangladesh, UN Women supports the government in implementing international commitments to gender equality and women's human rights, aligning its strategic engagement with the UN Sustainable Development Cooperation Framework (UNSDCF) 2022-202

• The organization collaborates with a range of stakeholders to promote gender equality and women's empowerment, ensuring that the rights of women and girls remain central to global progress.

Job Overview:
The International Consultant will support the UN Women Bangladesh Country Office in conducting an annual staff survey aimed at enhancing leadership and workplace relations. This role involves collecting and analyzing data, providing recommendations based on Cognitive Coaching and Adaptive Leadership principles, and ensuring that the survey is inclusive of all colleagues at the Bangladesh Country Office. The consultant will design the survey to measure perceived resourcefulness across five areas: Consciousness, Efficacy, Flexibility, Craftsmanship, and Interdependence. The ultimate goal is to collect actionable data that will help staff engage in a self-directed process to establish and sustain systems that enhance performance and resourcefulness across teams. The consultant will also facilitate coaching sessions and workshops to deepen leadership capacity within the office, aligning with UN Women’s social norm change strategy and upcoming People Strategy.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Design and prepare the BCO staff survey for 2027, ensuring inclusivity and alignment with Cognitive Coaching and Adaptive Leadership principles.
• Roll out the BCO Staff Survey for 2027, managing the logistics and communication with staff.
• Conduct a session with Senior Leaders to discuss the findings of the BCO survey in 202
• Prepare a comprehensive personnel/staff survey report that includes key findings and actionable recommendations for the office, to be shared with all staff.
• Conduct one online refresher workshop on Adaptive Leadership and Cognitive Coaching.
• Facilitate at least two coaching sessions for thematic units in 2027, focusing on establishing and sustaining systems that enhance performance based on survey findings.
• Collaborate with various stakeholders within the office to ensure effective implementation of the survey and subsequent recommendations.
• Maintain confidentiality and adhere to the guiding principles throughout the survey process.

Required Qualifications:

• A Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in education, international studies, or a related field.
• At least 5 years of professional experience in coaching, mentoring, and people development.
• Strong interpersonal communication skills, with the ability to engage effectively with diverse stakeholders.
• Excellent communication, presentation, facilitation, and documentation skills.
• Knowledge and experience in Cognitive Coaching and Adaptive Leadership methodologies.
• Experience in change management processes.
• Previous work experience with UN agencies is considered an advantage.
• Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment and facilitate open communication.

Educational Background:
Candidates must possess a Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in education, international studies, or any other related field. This educational background is essential to ensure a solid understanding of the principles of coaching, leadership, and gender equality, which are critical for the role.

Experience:
The position requires a minimum of 5 years of professional experience in coaching, mentoring, and people development. This experience should demonstrate a proven track record of effectively enhancing leadership capabilities and fostering a culture of continuous improvement within organizations. Familiarity with UN processes and frameworks will be beneficial.

Languages:
Fluency in English is mandatory, as the role involves communication with diverse stakeholders and the preparation of reports and presentations. Knowledge of Bengali or other local languages is considered a plus, as it may facilitate better engagement with local staff and stakeholders.

Additional Notes:
The consultancy is set for a duration of 27 days from January 1, 2027, to December 31, 202

• Payment for the consultancy will be based on the successful completion of each deliverable as outlined in the payment schedule. The role emphasizes a human rights-based approach, cultural diversity, social inclusion, and gender sensitivity. UN Women is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive environment and encourages applications from individuals of all backgrounds, including those from minority groups, indigenous groups, and persons with disabilities. Selected candidates will undergo rigorous reference and background checks to ensure adherence to UN Women’s policies and standards.