Consultant on Estimating the Value of Unpaid Care Work

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Position Title: Consultant on Estimating the Value of Unpaid Care Work
Location: Remote
Country: Lebanon
Deadline Date: Not specified

Job Details

Job Posting Organization:
The United Nations Economic and Social Commission for Western Asia (ESCWA) is a regional arm of the United Nations that aims to promote economic and social development in the Arab region. Established in 1973, ESCWA works to foster cooperation among member states and provides a platform for dialogue and collaboration on various issues, including gender equality, sustainable development, and economic empowerment. The organization operates in multiple countries across the Arab region, focusing on enhancing the capacity of governments and civil society to address pressing social and economic challenges. ESCWA employs a diverse team of professionals dedicated to advancing the region's development agenda and ensuring that the voices of marginalized groups are heard in policy discussions.

Job Overview:
The consultant will play a crucial role in developing guidelines for judges on how to estimate the value of unpaid care work provided by women, particularly in the context of marriage and divorce cases. This position is vital in addressing the economic implications of unpaid care work, which disproportionately affects women's economic empowerment and participation in the labor market. The consultant will be expected to familiarize themselves with the legal and social context of ongoing reforms in Morocco regarding the valuation of unpaid care work. They will review existing literature and practices globally, propose elements and principles for the valuation exercise, and prepare a methodology for estimating the value of unpaid care work at the microeconomic level. The guidelines produced will be instrumental in informing the amendment of the Family Code in Morocco, ensuring that women's contributions to unpaid care work are recognized and valued legally.

Duties and Responsibilities:
The consultant will be responsible for several key tasks:

• Familiarizing themselves with the legal and social context of ongoing reforms in Morocco related to valuing unpaid care work.
• Reviewing and modifying the literature review and benchmark on previous experiences and practices worldwide regarding the valuation of unpaid care work in family codes and similar legal frameworks.
• Proposing elements and principles to consider for the valuation exercise.
• Preparing a methodology that leads to methods, means, and formulas for estimating the value of unpaid care work within households at the microeconomic level.
• Discussing the proposed methodology in a national meeting with relevant stakeholders by mid-March.
• Preparing the required guidelines, including proposed methods, means, and formulas to be integrated into the reformed Family Code by the end of March. These guidelines will encompass the elements and principles impacting the valuation exercise and the methods for estimating the value of unpaid care work.

Required Qualifications:
Candidates must possess a Master's degree in economics, gender studies, law" style="border-bottom: 1px dotted #007bff !important;">international law, or related fields. All applicants are required to submit a copy of their educational degree, as incomplete applications will not be reviewed. Additionally, a minimum of 10 years of professional work experience in gender economics is required, along with previous experience in care-related issues and research or academia. Experience working in the Arab region is desirable, indicating a familiarity with the socio-economic context and challenges faced in these countries.

Educational Background:
The position requires a Master's degree in a relevant field such as economics, gender studies, or international law. This educational background is essential for understanding the complexities of unpaid care work and its implications for gender equality and economic empowerment. Candidates must provide proof of their educational qualifications as part of the application process.

Experience:
The consultant must have at least 10 years of professional experience in gender economics, with a strong emphasis on care-related issues. This level of experience is crucial for effectively analyzing and proposing methodologies for valuing unpaid care work. Previous experience in research and academia is also required, as it demonstrates the ability to engage with existing literature and contribute to the development of new frameworks. Familiarity with the Arab region is considered an asset, as it provides context for the specific challenges and opportunities present in this area.

Languages:
Fluency in English is mandatory for this position, as it is one of the working languages of the United Nations Secretariat. Knowledge of French and/or Arabic is desirable, as these languages are also relevant to the work of ESCWA. Fluency is defined as being able to speak, read, write, and understand the language at a high level, while knowledge indicates a confident ability in at least two of the four areas.

Additional Notes:
The position is remote and is expected to last for 1.5 months. There are no additional notes regarding contract duration, seniority level, or compensation provided in the job description. It is important to note that the United Nations does not charge any fees at any stage of the recruitment process, ensuring that the application process is accessible to all qualified candidates.