Project Support Consultant

Job Posting Organization:
The organization behind this job posting is the United Nations, which was established in 1945 with the mission to promote international cooperation and to create and maintain international order. The UN operates in numerous countries around the world, with a workforce comprising thousands of employees dedicated to various humanitarian and development efforts. The organization focuses on a wide range of issues including peace and security" style="border-bottom: 1px dotted #007bff !important;">security, human rights, and sustainable development, and it engages with multiple stakeholders including governments, NGOs, and civil society organizations.

Job Overview:
The Project Support Consultant position is designed to provide essential support to the IASC ProCap and GenCap projects, which focus on enhancing protection and gender equality in humanitarian responses. The consultant will play a critical role in the Courage in Crisis peer learning initiative, which aims to document and utilize learning from previous training and simulation exercises to improve future iterations. The consultant will be responsible for revising training content, integrating Protection from Sexual Exploitation and Abuse (PSEA) considerations into simulation designs, and ensuring effective communication between senior management and operational teams. This role also involves developing Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) to streamline project processes, creating induction packages for hosting agencies, and engaging with various stakeholders to strengthen project outcomes. The consultant will support the overall project management and linkages between different initiatives, ensuring that the projects meet their objectives effectively and efficiently.

Duties and Responsibilities:
The duties and responsibilities of the Project Support Consultant include:

• Documenting learning from previous Courage in Crisis exercises and contributing to the revision of training content and methodology.
• Collaborating with project teams to integrate PSEA considerations into simulation designs.
• Liaising with PSEA stakeholders to enhance the UN's response to sexual exploitation and abuse.
• Collating and making available preparatory materials on protection, gender, and PSEA approaches.
• Backstopping the development of online training modules to complement in-person methodologies.
• Coordinating logistics for additional training iterations in 202
• Ensuring streamlined communication between senior management and operations during critical deployment phases.
• Supporting the development of SOPs to improve operational efficiency.
• Assisting in the creation of an induction package for hosting agencies. 1
• Engaging with IASC members and key partners to strengthen project ownership. 1
• Organizing events related to the projects and supporting resource mobilization strategies. 1
• Providing overall support to the ProCaP and GenCap projects, facilitating collaboration and knowledge sharing.

Required Qualifications:
The position requires an advanced university degree in political science, social science, international studies, public administration, economics, engineering, earth sciences, or a related field. Alternatively, a first-level university degree combined with two additional years of qualifying experience may be accepted. The candidate must have experience in project management within IASC structures, stakeholder engagement, and the development of SOPs. Strong analytical and writing skills are essential for conveying complex issues to diverse audiences, including senior leadership and donors. Experience in leading simulations and training sessions on gender, protection, and PSEA is also required, along with the ability to engage with senior leadership in field offices and track project progress.

Educational Background:
Candidates must possess an advanced university degree in a relevant field such as political science, social science, international studies, public administration, economics, engineering, or earth sciences. A first-level university degree may be accepted if accompanied by additional qualifying experience. This educational background is crucial for understanding the complexities of humanitarian projects and the inter-agency coordination required for effective implementation.

Experience:
The position requires significant experience in project management, particularly within the IASC structures. Candidates should have a proven track record of stakeholder engagement and the ability to develop SOPs that simplify complex inter-agency processes. Experience in writing and analysis is essential, as is the ability to lead and deliver training sessions on gender, protection, and PSEA. Familiarity with the IASC ProCap and GenCap projects is desirable, as is experience in organizing donor dialogues and coordinating international events.

Languages:
Fluency in both English and French is required for this position, as these are the working languages of the United Nations Secretariat. Candidates should be able to communicate effectively in both written and oral forms. Knowledge of Spanish or other UN languages is considered an asset and may enhance the candidate's profile.

Additional Notes:
The expected duration of the contract is from April 1, 2025, to December 31, 202

• The position is likely to be full-time, and the consultant will be expected to engage with various stakeholders, including senior leadership and donor partners. The United Nations does not charge any fees at any stage of the recruitment process, ensuring that the hiring process is transparent and accessible.