International Consultant to Conduct the Comprehensive UNCT-SWAP Gender Equality Scorecard Assessment

Job Posting Organization:
UN Women was established in July 2010 as part of the UN reform agenda to enhance gender equality and women's empowerment globally. It merges the efforts of four previously distinct parts of the UN system focused on gender issues, namely DAW, OSAGI, INSTRAW, and UNIFEM. UN Women operates in numerous countries worldwide, working towards the elimination of discrimination against women and girls, empowering them, and achieving gender equality as a fundamental aspect of development, human rights, humanitarian action, and peace and security" style="border-bottom: 1px dotted #007bff !important;">security. The organization is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive environment, promoting mutual respect and equality in its workforce.

Job Overview:
The consultant will play a crucial role in facilitating the comprehensive UNCT-SWAP Gender Equality Scorecard assessment for the UN Country Team in Armenia. This involves applying established methodologies and technical guidance to evaluate how effectively gender equality and the empowerment of women and girls are integrated into the UNCT's work. The consultant will be responsible for leading participatory methods to ensure that the assessment team is engaged from the outset, promoting ownership of the process. The consultant will also support the technical assessment process, which includes collecting and reviewing relevant documentation, facilitating consultations with UNCT entities, and developing an action plan based on the assessment findings. The overall objective is to strengthen gender mainstreaming and accountability within the UNCT's operations, aligning with the Sustainable Development Goals, particularly SDG 5, which focuses on gender equality.

Duties and Responsibilities:
The consultant's duties will include conducting a comprehensive desk review of relevant documents, developing a detailed methodology and workplan for the assessment, providing technical support to the Inter-Agency Assessment Team (IAT), and facilitating consultations with stakeholders. The consultant will assess the UNCT's performance against the UNCT-SWAP Gender Equality Scorecard indicators, identify strengths and gaps in gender mainstreaming, and facilitate the validation of findings with stakeholders. Additionally, the consultant will prepare the comprehensive assessment report, develop a results-oriented action plan, and ensure that the findings are presented to the UNCT and relevant stakeholders for feedback and validation. The consultant will also be responsible for conducting a gender equality assessment and situation analysis, developing a Gender Equality Action Plan (GEAP), and establishing a monitoring and results framework for the GEAP.

Required Qualifications:
Candidates must possess a Master's degree or equivalent in social and political sciences, human rights, gender equality, 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. Additionally, candidates should have at least 5 years of relevant professional experience in international development with a Master's degree or a minimum of 7 years with a Bachelor's degree. Experience in gender data collection and analysis, including interviews and focus groups, is required. Familiarity with the UN system and previous experience with the UNCT-SWAP Gender Equality Scorecard is desirable, as is experience in conducting gender training for development agency staff.

Educational Background:
The educational background required for this position includes a Master's degree or equivalent in fields such as social and political sciences, human rights, or gender equality. A first-level university degree may be accepted if accompanied by additional qualifying experience. This educational foundation is essential for understanding the complexities of gender issues and the frameworks used to address them within the UN system.

Experience:
The position requires candidates to have substantial experience in international development, specifically at least 5 years with a Master's degree or 7 years with a Bachelor's degree. Relevant experience should include gender data collection and analysis, familiarity with the UN system, and previous involvement with gender equality initiatives. Experience in conducting evaluations, reviews, and gender training is also beneficial, as it demonstrates the candidate's ability to engage with diverse stakeholders and facilitate discussions around gender issues.

Languages:
Excellent writing and communication skills in English are mandatory for this position. Knowledge of Armenian is considered an asset, as it may facilitate better communication with local stakeholders and enhance the effectiveness of the consultant's work in Armenia.

Additional Notes:
This consultancy is home-based, allowing for flexibility in work arrangements. The consultant will be expected to maintain regular communication with the UN Women Programme Specialist based in Armenia and collaborate closely with various UN entities. The contract duration and specific compensation details are not explicitly mentioned, but it is indicated that one payment of 100% will be made upon satisfactory completion of all deliverables at the end of the consultancy. The position emphasizes the importance of integrity, professionalism, and respect for diversity, aligning with UN Women’s core values and competencies.