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• Education: Master`s degree in Development Studies, Gender Studies (with a strong Gender, Child Protection, Safeguarding and inclusion background)
• Work Experience:
• Advanced degree in education, social sciences, gender studies, development studies or a related field.
• At least 7-10 years of relevant professional experience in training design, curriculum development, facilitation and/or capacity strengthening.
• Demonstrated experience in gender and inclusion programming, including gender-transformative approaches and young women-centered design.
• Demonstrated experience developing tools for multi-stakeholder programmes, community-based interventions and/or education programmes.
• Strong knowledge of disability inclusion, accessibility, safeguarding and PSEA frameworks.
• Experience working in Rwanda or similar contexts is an asset.
• Strong instructional design, facilitation, communication and stakeholder engagement skills.
• Ability to translate technical frameworks into practical, accessible tools for different user groups.
• Excellent attention to detail and commitment to high-quality deliverables
• Skills:
• Demonstrated expertise in disability inclusion, inclusive education
• Strong understanding of Rwanda's inclusion policies and socio-cultural context related to gender, disability inclusion, and the rights of marginalized populations, including refuges.
• Proven experience designing and facilitating inclusive training tools, facilitator guides, and capacity-building programmes that integrate disability inclusion, gender equality, adolescent participation, and safeguarding principles.
• Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively with government institutions, Organizations of Persons with Disabilities (OPDs), youth-led organizations.
• Strong understanding of Social and Behaviour Change approaches to address stigma, discrimination, harmful gender and disability norms, and other barriers to inclusion.
• Language Requirements: Fluency in English (spoken and written). Knowledge of Kinyarwanda is an added advantage.
• Desirables: Experience working with in Rwanda and with UNICEF on similar programs.

, agreed timelines, applicable standards and relevant health, safety and accessibility requirements.

If you would like to know more about this consultancy, please review the complete Terms of Reference here:  External ToR Template TMC0004300.pdf

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Education:

• University degree (Master’s) in Civil Engineering, Construction Engineering, Architecture, Structural Engineering, or another relevant technical field.

Work Experience:

• Minimum 3 years of relevant professional experience in construction project monitoring, site supervision, quality assurance, construction/rehabilitation works or other directly related technical fields.
• Experience in reviewing technical documentation, drawings, technical specifications, bills of quantities and cost estimates is required
• Experience in construction contract management, certification of works, payment verification and/or supervision of construction projects.

Knowledge/Expertise/Skills:

• Good understanding of the construction project cycle, including planning, design/technical documentation, procurement, contracting, implementation monitoring and project completion.
• Knowledge of construction supervision, quality assurance, certification of works and contract administration.
• Ability to review technical designs, specifications, BoQs and other construction documentation.
• Knowledge of applicable construction standards, health and safety requirements, accessibility and risk management.
• Strong analytical, planning, coordination and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to prepare clear technical reports, recommendations and monitoring documentation.

Language Requirements:

• Fluency in Bosnian/Croatian/Serbian (BHS) and English is required.

• Previous experience with UNICEF, another UN agency, international organization or development/humanitarian programme.
• Experience with public-sector construction or rehabilitation projects.
• Experience with procurement of construction works and engineering services.
• Familiarity with UNICEF or UN procedures related to construction, procurement and contract management.
• Emergency/humanitarian construction experience is an asset.

Required Qualifications and Experience

Education

•    Bachelor’s degree in business administration, business management, or a related field from an accredited academic institution with two years of relevant professional experience;
OR 
•    High school diploma with four years of relevant professional experience. 
 

Accredited Universities are those listed in the UNESCO World Higher Education Database.

Experience

•    Experience in the area of AVRR;
•    Proven working experience in the area of IOM Movement Operations;

 

Skills

• Knowledge of IOM proprietary tools: MiMOSA Web, ATOMS;
• Knowledge of Amadeus Global Distribution System; 
• Proven working experience at Brussels Airport; 
• Valid EU driving licence (category B) and ability to drive a manual vehicle.Strong organizational and time-management skills; 
• Good communication and interpersonal skills, applied in a professional environment; 
• This position requires working in shifts, meaning irregular working hours. 

Languages

All IOM staff members in all categories are required to be fluent in one of the IOM's official languages (English, French, Spanish).

For this position, Fluency in English, and French or Dutch is required (oral and written).

Proficiency of language(s) required will be specifically evaluated during the selection process, which may include written and/or oral assessments.

Required Competencies

IOM’s competency framework can be found at this link. Competencies will be assessed during the selection process.

Values - all IOM staff members must abide by and demonstrate these five values:

• Inclusion and respect for diversity: Respects and promotes individual and cultural differences. Encourages diversity and inclusion.
• Integrity and transparency: Maintains high ethical standards and acts in a manner consistent with organizational principles/rules and standards of conduct.
• Professionalism: Demonstrates ability to work in a composed, competent and committed manner and exercises careful judgment in meeting day-to-day challenges.
• Courage: Demonstrates willingness to take a stand on issues of importance.
• Empathy: Shows compassion for others, makes people feel safe, respected and fairly treated.

Core Competencies – behavioural indicators Level 1

• Teamwork: Develops and promotes effective collaboration within and across units to achieve shared goals and optimize results.
• Delivering results: Produces and delivers quality results in a service-oriented and timely manner. Is action oriented and committed to achieving agreed outcomes.
• Managing and sharing knowledge: Continuously seeks to learn, share knowledge and innovate.
• Accountability: Takes ownership for achieving the Organization’s priorities and assumes responsibility for own actions and delegated work.

• Communication: Encourages and contributes to clear and open communication. Explains complex matters in an informative, inspiring and motivational way.

   

Notes

Please refer to this link for guidance on IOM Job Category.

Any offer made to the candidate in relation to this vacancy notice is subject to funding confirmation.

This selection process may be used to staff similar positions in various duty stations. Recommended candidates will remain eligible to be appointed in a similar position for a period of 24 months.

Appointment will be subject to certification that the candidate is medically fit for appointment, accreditation, any residency or visa requirements, security clearances.

IOM has a zero-tolerance policy on conduct that is incompatible with the aims and objectives of the United Nations and IOM, including sexual exploitation and abuse, sexual harassment, abuse of authority and discrimination based on gender, nationality, age, race, sexual orientation, religious or ethnic background or disabilities.

IOM does not charge a fee at any stage of its recruitment process (application, interview, processing, training or other fee). IOM does not request any information related to bank accounts.

IOM only accepts duly completed applications submitted through the IOM e-Recruitment system (for internal candidates link here). The online tool also allows candidates to track the status of their application.

No late applications will be accepted. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

For further information and other job postings, you are welcome to visit our website: IOM Careers and Job Vacancies

• Education:
  • Advanced university degree in Migration or Refugee fields of study/Political Sciences/Economics/ Development Studies and related disciplines
• Work Experience:
  • At least 5 years of progressively responsible professional work experience in migration and displacement programme coordination
  • Prior experience working with complex partnerships of UN/multilateral institutions.
  • Previous experience with policy and data analysis and reporting with UNICEF or other UN agencies strongly preferred.
  • Experience working in Ethiopia, Somalia, Libya, Tunisia, Egypt preferred
• Language requirement:
  • Fluency in English;
  • Proficiency in French or Arabic an asset

•     Skills:

• Strong analytical and writing skills

• A good understanding of migration and displacement policy issues, the Global Compact on Migration, SDGs

• Education: Bachelor's degree in Mass Communication, Journalism, Communications, Development Studies, Social Sciences, Public Relations or another relevant discipline.

• Work Experience:
• Minimum 5 years of relevant professional experience in strategic communication, advocacy, media engagement, development communication, public relations or related areas.
• Demonstrated experience developing communication and advocacy products for government, development organizations, UN agencies, NGOs or comparable institutions.
• Experience in stakeholder engagement and partnership development.
• Experience in developing human-interest stories, social media content and documentation products.

• Knowledge/Expertise/Skills:
• Strong knowledge of strategic communication, advocacy, media engagement, social and behaviour change communication, and development communication.
• Demonstrated skills in stakeholder mapping, partnership analysis, media database development, influencer mapping and CSR/private-sector engagement.
• Excellent writing, editing, documentation and storytelling skills, including experience preparing human-interest stories, social media content, reports, briefs and advocacy materials.
• Strong coordination, interpersonal and analytical skills, with the ability to consult multiple stakeholders and deliver quality outputs within agreed timelines.
• Proficiency in MS Office applications and familiarity with digital and social media platforms, content planning tools and basic data management.

• Language Requirements:
• Fluency in English and Hindi is required.
• Working knowledge of Gujarati will be an asset, particularly for stakeholder engagement, field documentation and review of state-level communication materials.

• Desirables:
  • Prior experience working with UNICEF, UN agencies, government departments, development partners or civil society organisations will be an advantage.
  • Experience working in Gujarat or with state-level stakeholders, media networks, youth platforms, CSR partners or private-sector entities is desirable.
  • Experience in developing visually engaging communication products, social media packages, advocacy briefs, campaign materials or knowledge documentation will be an asset.

Background:

UN Women, grounded in the vision of equality enshrined in the Charter of the United Nations, works for the elimination of discrimination against women and girls; the empowerment of women; and the achievement of equality between women and men as partners and beneficiaries of development, human rights, humanitarian action and peace and security.

The UN Women Pacific Multi-Country Office is based in Suva, Fiji and works alongside over 20 other UN agencies in the region and in 14 countries across the Pacific: Cook Islands, Federated States of Micronesia, Fiji, Kiribati, Nauru, Niue, Palau, Republic of Marshall Islands, Samoa, Solomon Islands, Tokelau, Tonga, Tuvalu and Vanuatu.

Under its Strategic Note (SN) 2023 - 2027, UN Women Fiji MCO focuses on delivering on four interlinked programme areas underpinned by support for intergovernmental and normative processes:

• Women’s Governance, Political Participation and Leadership
• Women’s Economic Empowerment
• Ending Violence against Women and Girls
• Climate Action/Humanitarian Action and Resilience

In 2022, over 300 million people needed humanitarian assistance and protection in places struck by conflict, climate change, disasters. For women and girls, crisis and related displacements result in loss of property, assets and livelihoods, reduction in access to health care, education, and other services. At the same time, it raises the risks of violence, abuse, and exploitation. Yet, gender responsive humanitarian action remains affected by limited coordination, understanding of risks and funding at the country and regional level. However, the critical importance of building resilience and safeguarding the long-term prospects of crisis affected women and girls are emphasized by development actors requiring a collective and coordinated approach. Through its IASC membership and ongoing programmes in humanitarian crisis, UN Women takes an approach to tackle the root causes of inequality while pushing for changes in the global humanitarian system. 

The Pacific is considered one of the most disaster-prone regions in the world and faces unique challenges. It is highly exposed to hydro-meteorological hazards as well as geophysical and human-made hazards. The small size, remoteness, socio-economic status, and fragile biodiversity of the Pacific Islands make them extremely vulnerable to these hazards. As a result, Pacific Island States, including Vanuatu, Fiji, and Kiribati – the WRD programme countries, occupy the top categories in the 2019 World Risk Index. 

A principal regional constraint to gender-responsive humanitarian preparedness, response and disaster risk reduction remains the capacity to plan and implement gender-inclusive strategies, and to deliver pre-and post-disaster services to those hit hardest by emergencies.  All steps to reduce gender inequalities across the region are likely also to reduce gender disparities in the impact of disaster.  The UN Women MCO covers 14 of the PICTs in the region. Widespread discriminatory attitudes towards women and girls in all their diversity create deep-rooted obstacles to sustainable development in the Pacific.^[1]  Some Pacific societies are matrilineal, with women in some cases holding positions of authority within the family/community. However, this does not usually translate into equal socio-economic indicators, with the exception of secondary school enrolment, where girls typically outstrip boys, with an average net enrolment ratio of 69.7 percent for girls and 62.3 percent for boys.^[2]   The majority of societies are deeply patriarchal, with entrenched norms that lead to gender inequality in almost all spheres. Women and girls of diverse sexual orientation, gender identity and sex characteristics, women, and girls with disabilities and in rural/maritime areas experience intersectional discrimination.

Through the recent Humanitarian Strategy (2022-2025) of UN Women, the Agency focuses on: 

• Strengthening accountability towards gender commitments in coordination and implementation of UN-led humanitarian and refugee responses.
• Strengthening Comprehensive Protection and Livelihood support to Crisis Affected Women and Girls.   
• Amplifying women’s voices and leadership during the crisis.

The UN Women MCO is in an advantageous position in the region with regard to its coordination role as lead of the Pacific Humanitarian and Protection Cluster (PHPC) which provides ample opportunity for consolidating its envisaged role of triple mandate (normative, operation and coordination) as per the Strategic Note (2023-2027). 

Reporting to the Deputy Representative, the Humanitarian Specialist will manage the development of Humanitarian programmes, provide capacity building to Country Offices (CO) and Multi Country Offices (MCO), establish, and strengthen partnerships, and develop relevant knowledge products on gender, protection, and humanitarian response.

Description of Responsibilities / Scope of Work

Under the direct supervision of the UN Women Deputy Representative, the National Consultant will be performing the following work responsibilities:

Manage the programme on humanitarian action:

• Lead development of project/programme proposals ;
• Coordinate implementation of the humanitarian action work plan activities for 2026;
• Coordinate proper monitoring and reporting for humanitarian action in collaboration with programme teams.

Provide capacity building support to the Country Office Programme Presence teams and partners:

• Provide technical and policy support to the multi-country office in Fiji and country office programme presence teams in developing and strengthening projects/ programmes;
• Implement and monitor capacity building initiatives;
• Provide technical support to partners on implementation of gender-responsive humanitarian action.

Strengthen strategic partnerships with stakeholders, regional/ international actors and development partners:

• Maintain and enhance alliances and strategic partnerships for the advancement, disaster preparedness and humanitarian action;
• Maintain close liaisons with relevant donors and other actors supporting efforts towards humanitarian action, as delegated;
• Contribute inputs to updates and briefs on regional/country development situation to be used by stakeholders, CO, RO and HQ; 
• Maintain close contact with relevant staff in UN Women RO and HQ. 

Contribute to the resource mobilization strategy for humanitarian action in the region:

• Participate in the implementation, monitoring and periodic updating of the resource mobilization strategy on humanitarian action in the region;
• Provide technical support to field-based presences in the region in mobilizing resources for the implementation of humanitarian action;
• Research and analyze information on donors. 

Manage the advocacy of humanitarian action through inter-agency coordination:

• Work closely with PHPC partners and provide advice to regional/ national bodies and interagency groups that influence national policies related to humanitarian action;
• Participate and contribute inputs to the regional Humanitarian Protection Cluster and Pacific Humanitarian Team meetings when required; 
• Coordinate specific efforts in mainstreaming gender and protection in disaster preparedness, response and recovery efforts of other clusters and relevant working groups;
• Advocate for the engagement and participation of local organizations and civil society networks in humanitarian coordination mechanisms.

Manage advocacy and communication efforts of humanitarian action:

• During emergency response, develop and implement communication and advocacy messages and contribute inputs to strategies on key gender and protection concerns;
• Develop information, education and communication (IEC) materials, press releases, situation reports, alerts and contribute gender and protection-related inputs to documents prepared by the Office for the Coordination of Humanitarian Affairs (OCHA).

Manage knowledge building and sharing for humanitarian action:

• Identify and disseminate lessons learnt and good practices in collaboration with country offices;
• Ensure technical skills and knowledge are shared within and among the staff at the Fiji MCO and programme presence in the Country Offices.

The incumbent performs other duties within their functional profile as deemed necessary for the efficient functioning of the Office and the Organization.

Institutional Arrangement

Reporting to the Deputy Representative, the National Consultant - Humanitarian Specialist will manage the development of Huminitarian Programmmes, provide capacity building to Country Offices (CO), and Multi Country Office (MCO), establish and strengthen partnerships and develop relevant knowledge products on gender, protection and humanitarian.

All the documents and materials utilized need to be returned to UN Women in electronic format. Any printed materials are utilized to be referenced and returned. 

Duration of the Work 

The duration of the assignment will be up to 60 working days over 3 month’s work assignment with an anticipated start date from the 25th September 2026 (or as soon as possible).

Duty Station

The position is Suva-based with possible travel to countries under the MCO portfolio as required. 

Travel

In the case of unforeseeable travel, all travel must be agreed upon between UN Women and the Consultant prior to travel, with approved travel costs including tickets, daily subsistence allowance and terminal expenses paid by UN Women.

Performance Evaluation

The Consultant’s performance will be evaluated based on timeliness, responsibility, initiative, communication, accuracy, and quality of the products delivered.

Financial Arrangements 

Payments will be disbursed to the Consultant on a monthly basis, after receipt and approval of deliverables, monthly timesheets, and corresponding invoice and certification by the UN Women Deputy Representative that that the services have been satisfactorily performed.

Competencies :

Core Values:

• Integrity;
• Professionalism;
• Respect for Diversity.

Core Competencies:

• Awareness and Sensitivity Regarding Gender Issues;
• Accountability;
• Creative Problem Solving;
• Effective Communication;
• Inclusive Collaboration;
• Stakeholder Engagement;
• Leading by Example.

Please visit this link for more information on UN Women’s Values and Competencies Framework: 

Functional Competencies:

• Strong knowledge and experience related to current policies and practices in the fields of gender equality, protection and humanitarian action, including humanitarian coordination; 
• Strong knowledge of the region
• Strong networking skills
• Ability to interact with donors, identify and analyze trends, opportunities and threats to fundraising
• Ability to perform qualitative and quantitative policy research
• Ability to advocate and provide policy advice
• Strong analytical skills;
• Ability to write policy papers, speeches, briefings;
• Strong knowledge of programme development, implementation, results-based management and reporting.

Required Qualifications:

Education and Certification:

• Master’s degree or equivalent in Human Rights, Gender, International Relations, International Development, International Law or other Social Science fields is required.
• A first-level university degree in combination with two additional years of qualifying experience may be accepted in lieu of the advanced university degree.
• A project/programme management certification (such as PMP®, PRINCE2®, or MSP®) would be an added advantage.

Experience:

• At least 5 years (with Master’s degree), or minimum of 7 years (with Bachelor’s degree) of progressively responsible work experience in in designing and managing humanitarian programmes, with a particular focus on gender and protection in emergencies.
• Technical experience in inter-agency coordination, preferably protection cluster coordination, and/or ProCap/GenCap in a natural disaster setting.
• Experience in policy analysis and strategic planning.
• Experience working with, and building partnerships with governments, donors and civil society organizations internationally and in the field.
• Experience working with the UN is an asset.
• Experience working in the region is an asset.
• Knowledge of the Pacific is an asset.
• Experience in the usage of computers and office software packages (MS Word, Excel, etc.) and spreadsheet and database packages, experience in handling of web-based management systems is required.
• Experience in the use of a modern web-based ERP System, preferably Oracle Cloud, is desirable.

Langueages:

• Fluency in both written and spoken English is required
• Knowledge of Pacific languages is an asset.

Statements :

In July 2010, the United Nations General Assembly created UN Women, the United Nations Entity for Gender Equality and the Empowerment of Women. The creation of UN Women came about as part of the UN reform agenda, bringing together resources and mandates for greater impact. It merges and builds on the important work of four previously distinct parts of the UN system (DAW, OSAGI, INSTRAW and UNIFEM), which focused exclusively on gender equality and women's empowerment.

Diversity and inclusion:

At UN Women, we are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive environment of mutual respect. UN Women recruits, employs, trains, compensates, and promotes regardless of race, religion, color, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, ability, national origin, or any other basis covered by appropriate law. All employment is decided on the basis of qualifications, competence, integrity and organizational need.

If you need any reasonable accommodation to support your participation in the recruitment and selection process, please include this information in your application.

UN Women has a zero-tolerance policy on conduct that is incompatible with the aims and objectives of the United Nations and UN Women, including sexual exploitation and abuse, sexual harassment, abuse of authority and discrimination. All selected candidates will be expected to adhere to UN Women’s policies and procedures and the standards of conduct expected of UN Women personnel and will therefore undergo rigorous reference and background checks. (Background checks will include the verification of academic credential(s) and employment history. Selected candidates may be required to provide additional information to conduct a background check.)

How To Apply:

• A cover letter (maximum length: 1 page).
• Only shortlisted candidates will be notified.
• UN Women may ask (ad hoc) for any other materials relevant to pre-assessing the relevance of their experience, such as reports, presentations, publications, campaigns, or other materials.

Note: Applicants must ensure that all sections of the application form, including the sections on education and employment history, are completed. If all sections are not completed the application may be disqualified from the recruitment and selection process.

EDUCATION

• ​​Master’s degree in Political Science, Social Sciences, International Relations, Development Studies, Migration Studies, Human Rights, Law, Education or a related field from an accredited academic institution; or

• Bachelor’s degree in the above fields with two years of relevant professional experience.

EXPERIENCE

• ​​Experience in liaising with governmental authorities, national/international institutions, United Nations agencies and non-governmental organizations;  

• Experience in disaster risk reduction, disaster preparedness, emergency management, humanitarian response or related fields;  

• Experience in communication, coordination, facilitating meetings, and community outreach; 

• Experience in conducting assessments, collecting and analysing data, and preparing reports and other programme documentation is an advantage; and

• Prior work experience with international humanitarian organizations, non-government or government institutions/organization in a multi-cultural setting is an advantage. 

SKILLS

• Ability to effectively facilitate meetings, trainings, and community activities; 

• Strong organizational and time-management skills, with the ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines;

• Strong communication, coordination and interpersonal skills, with the ability to effectively engage with government counterparts, partners and communities;

• Ability to identify implementation challenges and contribute to practical solutions;

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, particularly Word, Excel and PowerPoint; and

• Demonstrated ability to work effectively in a multicultural environment and establish productive working relationships with diverse stakeholders.

Languages
IOM’s official languages are English, French, and Spanish.

REQUIRED

For all applicants, fluency in English required (oral and written). 

DESIRABLE

Working knowledge of Palauan.

Competencies

The incumbent is expected to demonstrate the following values and competencies:

VALUES - All IOM staff members must abide by and demonstrate these five values:

Inclusion and respect for diversity: Respects and promotes individual and cultural differences. Encourages diversity and inclusion.

Integrity and transparency: Maintains high ethical standards and acts in a manner consistent with organizational principles/rules and standards of conduct.

Professionalism: Demonstrates ability to work in a composed, competent and committed manner and exercises careful judgment in meeting day-to-day challenges.

Courage: Demonstrates willingness to take a stand on issues of importance.

Empathy: Shows compassion for others, makes people feel safe, respected and fairly treated.
 

CORE COMPETENCIES - Behavioural indicators –  Level 2

Teamwork: Develops and promotes effective collaboration within and across units to achieve shared goals and optimize results.

Delivering results: Produces and delivers quality results in a service-oriented and timely manner. Is action oriented and committed to achieving agreed outcomes.

Managing and sharing knowledge: Continuously seeks to learn, share knowledge and innovate.

Accountability: Takes ownership for achieving the Organization’s priorities and assumes responsibility for own actions and delegated work.

Communication: Encourages and contributes to clear and open communication. Explains complex matters in an informative, inspiring and motivational way.

Notes

Please refer to this link for guidance on IOM Job Category.

Any offer made to the candidate in relation to this vacancy notice is subject to funding confirmation.

This selection process may be used to staff similar positions in various duty stations. Recommended candidates will remain eligible to be appointed in a similar position for a period of 24 months.

Appointment will be subject to certification that the candidate is medically fit for appointment, accreditation, any residency or visa requirements, security clearances.

IOM has a zero-tolerance policy on conduct that is incompatible with the aims and objectives of the United Nations and IOM, including sexual exploitation and abuse, sexual harassment, abuse of authority and discrimination based on gender, nationality, age, race, sexual orientation, religious or ethnic background or disabilities.

IOM does not charge a fee at any stage of its recruitment process (application, interview, processing, training or other fee). IOM does not request any information related to bank accounts.

IOM only accepts duly completed applications submitted through the IOM e-Recruitment system (for internal candidates link here). The online tool also allows candidates to track the status of their application.

No late applications will be accepted. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

For further information and other job postings, you are welcome to visit our website: IOM Careers and Job Vacancies

Required Qualifications and Experience

Education

• Professional in the social sciences or related career, with at least one completed Bachelor Degree.

  • General studies in gender studies, migration, case management, peace and conflict studies, will be an advantage.

     

Experience

• Minimum of four years of experience in working with vulnerable populations.

  • Fluency in English is required (at least B2 level).

  • Fluency in any other language (French, Arabic, Russian, Mandarin) is an advantage.

  • Previous experience in case management in humanitarian settings.

  • Experience in communicating and working with a wide range of people, including those from culturally diverse backgrounds.

  • Previous experience in protection activities in related intervention areas is an advantage.

  • Experience in coordinating with institutional and UN counterparts.

  • Excellent writing and systematization skills.

  • Excellent analytical skills.

  • Ability to multitask.

  • Excellent organizational and planning skills.

  • Ability to incorporate all diversities into work.

  • Excellent and proven ability to work both in a team and independently.

     

Skills

• Work effectively with people of different cultures adapting to relevant cultural contexts.

  • Knowledgeable and promoter of the IOM's main mandate and migration solutions.

Teamwork

• Actively contribute to an effective, collegial and friendly team environment.

  • Contribute and meet team goals.

    • Give credit where it is due.

    • Seek input and feedback from others.

    • Appropriately delegate tasks and responsibilities.

    • Actively support and implement final team decisions.

    • Take joint responsibility for the team's work.

Technological Knowledge

• Learn about the technological developments available.

  • Proactively identify and advocate for profitable technology solutions.

    • Understand the applicability and limitation of technology and seek to apply it to the appropriate job.

Languages

External applicants for all positions in the Professional category are required to be proficient in English and have at least a working knowledge of one additional UN Language (Arabic, Chinese, French, Russian, or Spanish).

For all applicants, fluency in Spanish and English is required (oral and written).

Required Competencies

IOM’s competency framework can be found at this link. Competencies will be assessed during the selection process.

Values - all IOM staff members must abide by and demonstrate these five values:

• Inclusion and respect for diversity: Respects and promotes individual and cultural differences. Encourages diversity and inclusion.
• Integrity and transparency: Maintains high ethical standards and acts in a manner consistent with organizational principles/rules and standards of conduct.
• Professionalism: Demonstrates ability to work in a composed, competent and committed manner and exercises careful judgment in meeting day-to-day challenges.
• Courage: Demonstrates willingness to take a stand on issues of importance.
• Empathy: Shows compassion for others, makes people feel safe, respected and fairly treated.

Core Competencies – behavioural indicators

• Teamwork: Develops and promotes effective collaboration within and across units to achieve shared goals and optimize results.
• Delivering results: Produces and delivers quality results in a service-oriented and timely manner. Is action oriented and committed to achieving agreed outcomes.
• Managing and sharing knowledge: Continuously seeks to learn, share knowledge and innovate.
• Accountability: Takes ownership for achieving the Organization’s priorities and assumes responsibility for own actions and delegated work.
• Communication: Encourages and contributes to clear and open communication. Explains complex matters in an informative, inspiring and motivational way.

Managerial Competencies – behavioural indicators (applicable only if with direct reports)

• Leadership: Provides a clear sense of direction, leads by example and demonstrates the ability to carry out the Organization’s vision. Assists others to realize and develop their leadership and professional potential.
• Empowering others: Creates an enabling environment where staff can contribute their best and develop their potential.
• Building Trust: Promotes shared values and creates an atmosphere of trust and honesty.
• Strategic thinking and vision: Works strategically to realize the Organization’s goals and communicates a clear strategic direction.
• Humility: Leads with humility and shows openness to acknowledging own shortcomings. 

Para aplicar a la vacante la persona candidata debe enviar su aplicación por medio de esta plataforma.

La aplicación debe incluir: 

• CV.
• Una carta de interés (máx.1 página).
• Títulos.

Notas:

1. El puesto está sujeto a confirmación de fondos.
2. Salario Bruto: Special Short Term Ungraded - CRC 927.000 mensuales
3. Solo se contactará con los candidatos preseleccionados. 
4. Cualquier oferta que se haga al candidato en relación con esta convocatoria de vacante está sujeta a la confirmación de la financiación.
5. Este puesto está sujeto a contratación local. Solo podrán ser considerados aquellos que posean un permiso de residencia y de trabajo válido para el país en el que se encuentra el puesto.
6. El nombramiento estará sujeto a la certificación de que el candidato es médicamente apto para el puesto, a la verificación de la residencia, al visado y a las autorizaciones del Gobierno correspondiente, cuando proceda.
7. La OIM aplica una política de tolerancia cero ante conductas incompatibles con los fines y objetivos de las Naciones Unidas y de la OIM, incluyendo la explotación y el abuso sexuales, el acoso sexual, el abuso de autoridad y la discriminación por motivos de género, nacionalidad, edad, raza, orientación sexual, origen religioso o étnico o discapacidad.
8. La OIM no cobra ninguna tasa en ninguna fase de su proceso de selección (solicitud, entrevista, tramitación, formación u otras tasas). La OIM no solicita ninguna información relacionada con cuentas bancarias.
9. La OIM solo acepta solicitudes debidamente cumplimentadas presentadas a través del sistema de selección en línea de la OIM. La herramienta en línea también permite a los candidatos realizar un seguimiento del estado de su solicitud.

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The International Organization for Migration (IOM) does not discriminate on the basis of disability, age, gender identity and expression, sexual orientation, nationality, racial identity, religious beliefs, among others. IOM is committed to a diverse and inclusive environment and therefore its staff come from a wide range of socio-economic backgrounds and world perspectives. Candidates from women, people of African descent and LGBTIQA+ people who are qualified and meet the requirements of each vacancy are especially encouraged. 

La Organización Internacional para las Migraciones (OIM) no discrimina por motivos de discapacidad, edad, identidad y expresión de género, orientación sexual, nacionalidad, identidad racial, creencias religiosas, entre otras. La OIM está comprometida con un entorno diverso e inclusivo y por ello su personal proviene de una amplia gama de entornos socioeconómicos y perspectivas del mundo. Se alienta especialmente las candidaturas de mujeres, personas afrodescendientes y personas LGBTIQA+ que se encuentren cualificadas y cumplan los requisitos de cada vacante 

Background:

UN Women, grounded in the vision of equality enshrined in the Charter of the United Nations, works for the elimination of discrimination against women and girls; the empowerment of women; and the achievement of equality between women and men as partners and beneficiaries of development, human rights, humanitarian action and peace and security.

Through its Liaison Office to the African Union (AU) and the United Nations Economic Commission for Africa (UNECA), the organization strategically engages with AU organs, Member States, civil society, and the diplomatic community to advance Gender Equality and Women’s Empowerment (GEWE) commitments at both continental and regional levels. This Office provides essential technical support for policy formulation and monitoring while facilitating seamless coordination across UN Women’s regional and country offices to ensure coherent advocacy and unified policy engagement. 

The Liaison Office further strengthens the African Union Commission (AUC) by providing targeted expertise to the Women, Gender and Youth Directorate (WGYD) and various specialized departments, including Health, Humanitarian Affairs and Social Development (HHSD); Political Affairs, Peace and Security (PAPS); and Education, Science, Technology and Innovation (ESTI). By collaborating with the departments of Agriculture, Rural Development, Blue Economy and Sustainable Environment (ARBE) and the Office of the Special Envoy on Women, Peace and Security, UN Women ensures that gender is mainstreamed across all AU frameworks and programmes. This collaborative approach extends to UN agencies, development partners, INGOs, and the private sector, driving catalytic initiatives and amplifying good evidence-based practices. Ultimately, the Office leverages knowledge management and strategic advocacy to transform regional commitments into concrete action and measurable impact for women and girls across the African continent. 

Reporting to the Special Representative to the AU and UNECA, the Liaison Specialist provides strategic leadership and technical coordination for the regional programme, ensuring coherent planning, effective implementation, and quality assurance across all programme components. The Liaison Specialist oversees the programme portfolio by coordinating engagement with regional partners and stakeholders, strengthening partnerships, leading advocacy and knowledge management efforts.

Description of Responsibilities /Scope of Work:

Technical coordination and leadership of the Regional Liaison Program:

• Provide strategic leadership in the development and implementation of the Regional liaison portfolio according to the Strategic Note/ programme document; 
• Provide technical inputs on policy and programme development regional gender equality and women’s empowerment (GEWE) issues, based on knowledge of good practices and evidence-based approaches, to a range of partners, including the AU, non-governmental and UN partners; 
• Maintain and coordinate relationships with Regional/National and programme partners to support implementation and expansion of the Programme/Portfolio, raise potential problems and provide solutions; 
• Review and provide feedback on ongoing projects/ programmes on related strategies and documents, workplans, case studies, and related knowledge products and publications; 
• Provide strategic technical advice on the development of systems, processes and mechanisms to support programme planning, implementation, monitoring and progress reporting; 
• Prepare technical background documents, briefs and other strategic papers/notes for the use in the development and presentation of policy and programmatic positions;
• Provide technical inputs and coordination support to UN’s Regional Coordination Mechanism Clusters, UN Liaison Team and joint initiatives;
• Follow up on agreed action points from technical and coordination meetings, track implementation progress, and flag risks or delays to relevant stakeholders;
• Oversee the monitoring of progress against mutually agreed results frameworks and performance indicators.

Coordinate knowledge management and policy advocacy initiatives:

• Manage knowledge on policy debates, conduct background research, and analyze policy developments and their implications for gender equality;
• Engage in regional policy processes and advocacy initiatives to promote the development and adoption of gender responsive policies, programmes, and initiatives;
• Coordinate high-level regional policy advocacy initiatives, dialogues, and events;
• Facilitate the exchange and dissemination of information, lessons learned, and knowledge products within the programme and with external stakeholders;Coordinate closely with the Partnerships Unit on donor engagement and alignment of messaging and outreach;
• Ensure programme implementation processes and knowledge products are properly documented and aligned with UN Women guidelines and standards;
• Represent UN Women in meetings and conferences on regional GEWE issues.

The incumbent performs other duties within their functional profile as deemed necessary for the efficient functioning of the Office and the Organization.

Consultant’s Workplace and Official Travel

This is an office-based consultancy. 

Competencies :

Core Values:

• Integrity;
• Professionalism;
• Respect for Diversity.

Core Competencies:

• Awareness and Sensitivity Regarding Gender Issues;
• Accountability;
• Creative Problem Solving;
• Effective Communication;
• Inclusive Collaboration;
• Stakeholder Engagement;
• Leading by Example.

Please visit this link for more information on UN Women’s Values and Competencies Framework: 

Functional Competencies:

• Strong knowledge of gender equality, women’s rights issues;
• Strong programme formulation, implementation, monitoring and evaluation skills;
• Strong budget and finance skills;
• Strong knowledge of Results Based Management;
• Ability to synthesize program performance data and produce analytical reports in order to inform management and strategic decision-making;
• Excellent analytical skills with strong drive for results and capacity to work independently;
• Good knowledge of UN programme management systems.

Required Qualifications

Education and Certification:

• Master’s degree or equivalent or equivalent in public administration, law, human rights, gender equality, management, social sciences or other related areas is required;
• A first-level university degree in combination with two additional years of qualifying experience may be accepted in lieu of the advanced university degree;
• A [project/programme management] certification would be an added advantage.

Experience:

• At least 5 years of progressively responsible experience in managing complex and multi-component programme interventions with national partners is required;
• Experience in programme management, coordination, monitoring and evaluation, donor reporting and capacity building is required;
• Experience working in a gender related area is desirable; 
• Experience in knowledge management, policy advocacy or partnership development, preferably within the UN system or an international development organization;
• Experience leading a team in international settings is required.

Languages:

• Fluency in English is required;
• Knowledge of any other UN official is an asset.

Statements :

In July 2010, the United Nations General Assembly created UN Women, the United Nations Entity for Gender Equality and the Empowerment of Women. The creation of UN Women came about as part of the UN reform agenda, bringing together resources and mandates for greater impact. It merges and builds on the important work of four previously distinct parts of the UN system (DAW, OSAGI, INSTRAW and UNIFEM), which focused exclusively on gender equality and women's empowerment.

Diversity and inclusion:

At UN Women, we are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive environment of mutual respect. UN Women recruits, employs, trains, compensates, and promotes regardless of race, religion, color, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, ability, national origin, or any other basis covered by appropriate law. All employment is decided on the basis of qualifications, competence, integrity and organizational need.

If you need any reasonable accommodation to support your participation in the recruitment and selection process, please include this information in your application.

UN Women has a zero-tolerance policy on conduct that is incompatible with the aims and objectives of the United Nations and UN Women, including sexual exploitation and abuse, sexual harassment, abuse of authority and discrimination. All selected candidates will be expected to adhere to UN Women’s policies and procedures and the standards of conduct expected of UN Women personnel and will therefore undergo rigorous reference and background checks. (Background checks will include the verification of academic credential(s) and employment history. Selected candidates may be required to provide additional information to conduct a background check.)

Note: Applicants must ensure that all sections of the application form, including the sections on education and employment history, are completed. If all sections are not completed the application may be disqualified from the recruitment and selection process.

Required Qualifications and Experience

Education

• Master’s University degree in a relevant field (Political science, Public Administration, Public policy, Social Sciences, or other related fields), or an equivalent combination of education and professional experience from an accredited academic institution with 05 (five) years of relevant professional experience

   

Experience

• 5+ years' experience in participatory research especially in areas of labour migration, diaspora engagement and capacity building.
• Demonstrated experience and understanding of diaspora issues to promote policy and legislative good practices.
• Proven understanding of migration issues and experience in preparing written reports and public presentations.
   

Skills

• Excellent public policy research, analytical, and writing skills.
• Experience in developing research tools will be an added advantage.
• Experience in stakeholder engagement especially with government and private sector.
• Excellent written and verbal communication in English.

Languages

IOM’s official languages are English, French, and Spanish. 

Required

• For this position, fluency in English is required (oral and written).
   

Desirable

• Working knowledge of another UN language is an advantage.
   

Proficiency of language(s) required will be specifically evaluated during the selection process, which may include written and/or oral assessments.

Required Competencies

IOM’s competency framework can be found at this link. Competencies will be assessed during the selection process.

Values - all IOM staff members must abide by and demonstrate these five values:

• Inclusion and respect for diversity: Respects and promotes individual and cultural differences. Encourages diversity and inclusion.
• Integrity and transparency: Maintains high ethical standards and acts in a manner consistent with organizational principles/rules and standards of conduct.
• Professionalism: Demonstrates ability to work in a composed, competent and committed manner and exercises careful judgment in meeting day-to-day challenges.
• Courage: Demonstrates willingness to take a stand on issues of importance.
• Empathy: Shows compassion for others, makes people feel safe, respected and fairly treated.

Core Competencies – behavioural indicators

• Teamwork: Develops and promotes effective collaboration within and across units to achieve shared goals and optimize results.
• Delivering results: Produces and delivers quality results in a service-oriented and timely manner. Is action oriented and committed to achieving agreed outcomes.
• Managing and sharing knowledge: Continuously seeks to learn, share knowledge and innovate.
• Accountability: Takes ownership for achieving the Organization’s priorities and assumes responsibility for own actions and delegated work.
• Communication: Encourages and contributes to clear and open communication. Explains complex matters in an informative, inspiring and motivational way.

Notes

IOM covers Consultants against occupational accidents and illnesses under the Compensation Plan (CP), free of charge, for the duration of the consultancy. IOM does not provide evacuation or medical insurance for reasons related to non-occupational accidents and illnesses. Consultants are responsible for their own medical insurance for non-occupational accident or illness and will be required to provide written proof of such coverage before commencing work. 

Any offer made to the candidate in relation to this vacancy notice is subject to funding confirmation.

Appointment will be subject to certification that the candidate is medically fit for appointment, accreditation, any residency or visa requirements, security clearances.

IOM has a zero-tolerance policy on conduct that is incompatible with the aims and objectives of the United Nations and IOM, including sexual exploitation and abuse, sexual harassment, abuse of authority and discrimination based on gender, nationality, age, race, sexual orientation, religious or ethnic background or disabilities.

IOM does not charge a fee at any stage of its recruitment process (application, interview, processing, training or other fee). IOM does not request any information related to bank accounts.

IOM only accepts duly completed applications submitted through the IOM e-Recruitment system (for internal candidates link here). The online tool also allows candidates to track the status of their application.

No late applications will be accepted. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

For further information and other job postings, you are welcome to visit our website: IOM Careers and Job Vacancies

Required Qualifications and Experience

Education

• Bachelor’s degree (or equivalent or higher) in Business Administration, Finance, Management, Accounting or a related field from an accredited academic institution with at least two years of relevant professional experience; or

• High school degree/certificate with at least four years of relevant professional experience.

• Knowledge/ certification of IPSAS an advantage.

Accredited Universities are those listed in the UNESCO World Higher Education Database.

Experience

• Flexible for relocation to Athens, if needed, and/or mobile to travel;

• Progressive experience in a similar function;

• Work experience with international humanitarian organizations, non-governmental or governmental institutions/organizations in a multi-cultural setting an advantage.

Skills

• Detail-oriented and a good track record;

• Proficient in a Microsoft Office environment, including extensive use of Microsoft;

• Knowledge of IOM accounting systems, PRISM-FI software and procedures a distinct advantage;

• Excel and comfort with learning new software and project reporting tools.

Languages

All IOM staff members in all categories are required to be fluent in one of the IOM's official languages (English, French, Spanish).

For this position, fluency in English and Greek (written and oral) is required

Proficiency of language(s) required will be specifically evaluated during the selection process, which may include written and/or oral assessments.

Required Competencies

IOM’s competency framework can be found at this link. Competencies will be assessed during the selection process.

Values - all IOM staff members must abide by and demonstrate these five values:

• Inclusion and respect for diversity: Respects and promotes individual and cultural differences. Encourages diversity and inclusion.
• Integrity and transparency: Maintains high ethical standards and acts in a manner consistent with organizational principles/rules and standards of conduct.
• Professionalism: Demonstrates ability to work in a composed, competent and committed manner and exercises careful judgment in meeting day-to-day challenges.
• Courage: Demonstrates willingness to take a stand on issues of importance.
• Empathy: Shows compassion for others, makes people feel safe, respected and fairly treated.

Core Competencies – behavioural indicators

• Teamwork: Develops and promotes effective collaboration within and across units to achieve shared goals and optimize results.
• Delivering results: Produces and delivers quality results in a service-oriented and timely manner. Is action oriented and committed to achieving agreed outcomes.
• Managing and sharing knowledge: Continuously seeks to learn, share knowledge and innovate.
• Accountability: Takes ownership for achieving the Organization’s priorities and assumes responsibility for own actions and delegated work.
• Communication: Encourages and contributes to clear and open communication. Explains complex matters in an informative, inspiring and motivational way.

Notes

Please refer to this link for guidance on IOM Job Category.

Any offer made to the candidate in relation to this vacancy notice is subject to funding confirmation.

Appointment will be subject to certification that the candidate is medically fit for appointment, accreditation, any residency or visa requirements, security clearances.

IOM has a zero-tolerance policy on conduct that is incompatible with the aims and objectives of the United Nations and IOM, including sexual exploitation and abuse, sexual harassment, abuse of authority and discrimination based on gender, nationality, age, race, sexual orientation, religious or ethnic background or disabilities.

IOM does not charge a fee at any stage of its recruitment process (application, interview, processing, training or other fee). IOM does not request any information related to bank accounts.

IOM only accepts duly completed applications submitted through the IOM e-Recruitment system (for internal candidates link here). The online tool also allows candidates to track the status of their application.

No late applications will be accepted. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

For further information and other job postings, you are welcome to visit our website: IOM Careers and Job Vacancies

Background:

UN Women, grounded in the vision of equality enshrined in the Charter of the United Nations, works for the elimination of discrimination against women and girls; the empowerment of women; and the achievement of equality between women and men as partners and beneficiaries of development, human rights, humanitarian action and peace and security.

In Uzbekistan, in line with its global Strategic Plan 2026–2029, UN Women works towards the overarching goal that “women and girls, including those at greatest risk of being left behind, fully exercise their human rights, enjoy a life free from violence and discrimination, and lead, influence, and benefit from sustainable and inclusive socioeconomic development towards the advancement of gender equality in Uzbekistan.” UN Women operates in four thematic areas: (i) governance and participation in public life; (ii) women’s economic empowerment; (iii) ending violence against women and girls; and (iv) women, peace and security, humanitarian action, and disaster risk reduction. In line with its coordination mandate, UN Women promotes coherence and coordination across the UN system to enhance accountability and results for gender equality and women’s empowerment, including through joint programming and advocacy, as well as standardized tools, guidance, and services to strengthen the capacities of the UN system.

Within the framework of the “Women’s Economic Empowerment in Uzbekistan” project, the intervention will contribute to the achievement of the goals set out in the New Uzbekistan Development Strategy 2022–2026, the “Uzbekistan–2030” Strategy, and the Strategy for Achieving Gender Equality in Uzbekistan 2020–2030, developed in alignment with the Law of the Republic of Uzbekistan “On Guarantees of Equal Rights and Opportunities for Women and Men” (LRU No. 562). The proposed Action contributes to several strategic objectives, including: (i) ensuring equal rights and opportunities for women and men in employment, the creation of decent jobs, the development of women’s entrepreneurship, and expanded access of women to credit from commercial banks; (ii) promoting improved health literacy in family planning and strengthened reproductive health, as well as healthy lifestyles; and (iii) strengthening families and shared responsibility among family members.

The overall objective (impact) of the Project is to create an inclusive economic environment in which women can participate equally in the economy and labour force of Uzbekistan, free from the constraints of gender stereotypes and harmful social norms. This entails addressing deep-rooted gender biases that limit women’s opportunities and potential. By promoting gender equality in the workplace, enhancing access to education and vocational training, supporting women’s entrepreneurship, and strengthening family planning and care-related services, the Project aims to enable women to secure decent work and grow their businesses, thereby increasing their economic independence and contributing to the country’s economic growth and social development.

Implemented jointly with UNFPA and UNICEF, the Project comprises of the following 2 Outcomes/Special Objectives related to UN Women and 5 Outputs under Objective 1, and 2 Outputs jointly with UNFPA under Objective 2:

• Outcome/ Specific Objective 1: Women in the target regions, including women with disabilities, have improved access to enabling services, resources, and opportunities for decent work, entrepreneurship, and economic participation. 
  • Output 1.1. Stakeholders have access to evidence-based knowledge on the entrepreneurship ecosystem, labor market needs, and family-friendly policies to inform gender-responsive planning and service provision. 
  • Output 1.2. Women and girls in the target regions gain market-relevant hard and soft skills through vocational, digital, and life skills training to enhance their employability and economic participation. 
  • Output 1.3. Women in the target regions have improved access to business development, self-employment, and decent work opportunities through tailored financial services, skills matching, and entrepreneurship support 
  • Output 1.4. Public and private sector partners have strengthened capacity to integrate gender equality into business practices, investment decisions, and procurement processes 
  • Output 1.5. Institutional capacity is strengthened to generate, analyse, and use gender data and evidence to inform policies and investments on women’s economic empowerment and the care economy. 
• Outcome/Specific Objective 2: Positive shifts in societal perceptions of gender stereotypes and harmful social norms contribute to the realization of women’s rights and increased participation of women in the workforce.
  • Output 2.1. The evidence base on societal perceptions, gender stereotypes, and harmful social norms is strengthened to inform targeted gender-transformative interventions.
  • Output 2.3. Public awareness and understanding of harmful gender norms and stereotypes are strengthened to foster positive shifts in attitudes toward gender equality, equitable gender roles, and reproductive rights.

Under the supervision of the UN Women Programme Analyst and in close cooperation with the International Consultant, the National Consultant will provide technical expertise, coordination, and quality assurance support for the implementation of Activities 1.1.1 and 1.1.2 of the Project.

Description of Responsibilities /Scope of Work

The purpose of the consultancy is to provide national technical expertise for the assessment of the women’s entrepreneurship ecosystem and the mapping of private-sector HR and skills needs, generating evidence and practical recommendations to inform gender-responsive programming, skills development and private-sector engagement under the Women’s Economic Empowerment Project.

Under the supervision of the UN Women Programme Analyst and in close cooperation with the International Consultant, the National Consultant will serve as the national technical expert and support the implementation of Activities 1.1.1 – Assessment of women’s entrepreneurship ecosystem, including legal review, and 1.1.2 – Mapping of human resources and skills needs of the private sector. The National Consultant will lead/support national-level data collection, stakeholder consultations, contextual analysis and drafting of the deliverables, while working closely with the International Consultant on methodology, analysis and quality assurance.

As part of Activity 1.1.1., the consultant will support UN Women in conducting a comprehensive assessment of the women’s entrepreneurship ecosystem in Uzbekistan, using the ILO Women’s Entrepreneurship Development (WED) Assessment methodology. The consultant will:

• Conduct a comprehensive assessment of the women’s entrepreneurship  ecosystem in Uzbekistan, including the profile and characteristics of women entrepreneurs and women-led businesses, key business environment constraints, and sectors with significant potential for women-led enterprises. 
• Undertake a gender-responsive review of the legal and regulatory framework affecting women’s entrepreneurship and women’s economic empowerment, including an assessment of family-friendly policies and relevant provisions related to work–life balance, care responsibilities, access to employment and entrepreneurship, and business ownership. 
• Assess the seven WED framework conditions: (i) gender-sensitive legal and regulatory frameworks; (ii) policy leadership and coordination; (iii) access to gender-sensitive financial services; (iv) access to business development support services; (v) access to markets and technology; and (vi) representation of women entrepreneurs and their participation in policy dialogue; and (vii) normative environment.
• Identify key barriers, gaps and opportunities affecting women entrepreneurs at both the individual and ecosystem levels, with particular attention to structural, institutional, financial, regulatory, market, technological and social constraints. 
• Map relevant stakeholders and existing initiatives and services supporting women’s entrepreneurship, including government institutions, financial institutions, business development service providers, women’s organizations, private sector actors, development partners and other relevant stakeholders. 
• Identify relevant national and international good practices, lessons learned and potential models for replication or adaptation in Uzbekistan. 
• Conduct consultations with relevant stakeholders, as appropriate, to validate findings, identify emerging issues and ensure that the assessment reflects the perspectives and experiences of women entrepreneurs and key ecosystem actors. 
• Identify potential areas for UN Women programming and partnerships, including opportunities for collaboration with government, women’s organizations, private sector, financial institutions, development partners and other relevant stakeholders. 
• Develop evidence-based and actionable recommendations for policymakers, programme implementers, women entrepreneurs and women’s organizations, identifying priority interventions at both the entrepreneur and ecosystem levels. 
• Prepare and finalize one comprehensive assessment report on the women’s entrepreneurship environment in Uzbekistan, incorporating findings from the legal review, stakeholder consultations, ecosystem assessment, good-practice review and recommendations.

As part of Activity 1.1.2., the consultant will support UN Women in conducting a mapping exercise of human resources (HR) needs and skills gaps in the private sector in Uzbekistan, with a focus on identifying employment opportunities and skills development pathways for women. The consultant will:

• Conduct a comprehensive assessment of human resources (HR) and skills needs in the private sector, identifying current and emerging demand for occupations, skills and competencies relevant to women’s employment, employability and career advancement.
• Map the human resources needs of approximately 15 selected private-sector companies across relevant sectors, including current and anticipated recruitment needs, priority occupations, technical and transferable skills requirements, occupational profiles, and entry-level and career progression opportunities.
• Assess existing skills gaps and barriers to women’s employment in the selected sectors, including gaps in technical, digital, managerial, communication and other transferable skills required by employers, as well as workplace and recruitment-related barriers affecting women’s access to decent employment, retention and career progression.
• Undertake a gender-responsive analysis of private-sector recruitment and employment practices, identifying structural, institutional and workplace factors that may affect women’s access to decent employment, retention and career progression.
• Review relevant labour market, employment and skills-development policies and regulations to identify enabling factors and potential barriers to women’s participation in private-sector employment and career advancement.
• Conduct consultations with HR departments, company representatives and other relevant private-sector stakeholders to validate findings and identify priority skills and occupations with potential for women’s employment. 
• Map existing training and skills-development programmes and providers and assess their relevance and responsiveness to the identified needs of private-sector employers and women jobseekers.  
• Identify priority skills-development areas and training needs that could inform the design of targeted, market-relevant training packages for women seeking employment or career advancement in the private sector.
• Develop recommendations for targeted capacity-building interventions, including priority sectors, occupations, skills and training modalities that are responsive to private-sector demand and conducive to women’s access to decent employment and economic independence.
• Identify opportunities for collaboration with private-sector partners, including potential mechanisms for employer engagement, recruitment, internships, on-the-job training, mentoring and other pathways linking skills development with employment opportunities. 
• Develop a methodology and tools for replicating the HR and skills-needs mapping exercise in additional companies and sectors, should the pilot demonstrate potential for expansion. 
• Prepare one comprehensive mapping report presenting the findings, analysis of HR and skills needs, identified gaps and barriers, priority areas for training, and recommendations for UN Women and private-sector partners.

Dates and details of tasks/payments

The National Consultant will carry out the tasks under the supervision of the UN Women Programme Analyst and in close cooperation with the International Consultant. Regular and proactive communication with the Programme Analyst and the International Consultant is expected to clarify questions, validate methodological approaches and seek interim review or clearance of relevant parts of the work, as appropriate.

1. Technical Oversight and Guidance

• Provide substantive technical input to the International Consultant on the design, methodology, and implementation of both activities, ensuring alignment with international standards and UN Women priorities.
• Ensure the application of the ILO Women’s Entrepreneurship Development (WED) Assessment methodology within Activity 1.1.1. 
• Advise on integrating gender-responsive and human rights-based approaches throughout all research and analytical processes. 
• Provide guidance on incorporating a legal review, including family-friendly policies, within the entrepreneurship ecosystem assessment. 

2. Coordination and Liaison

• Facilitate coordination with key national stakeholders, including government institutions, private sector representatives, women’s organizations and other relevant partners, in close coordination with the International Consultant and UN Women.
• Support engagement with stakeholders involved in the HR and skills mapping exercise, including the approximately 15 companies participating in the pilot phase.

3. Quality Assurance and Review

• Work under the supervision of the UN Women Programme Analyst and in close collaboration with the International Consultant on all deliverables, including inception reports, data collection tools, draft reports, and final outputs.
• Ensure that all outputs meet high-quality analytical standards, are evidence-based, and are gender-responsive. 
• Verify the accuracy, relevance, and contextual appropriateness of findings and recommendations. 

4. Substantive Contributions

• Contribute to the refinement of research questions, analytical frameworks and national-level data collection methodologies, in consultation with the International Consultant.
• Lead/support the interpretation of national findings and ensure that conclusions and recommendations reflect the national context of Uzbekistan.
• Provide inputs to strengthen policy recommendations, ensuring they are practical, actionable, and aligned with national priorities. 

5. Support to Deliverables

• Support timely implementation of both activities in line with agreed timelines and milestones, and promptly flag any implementation risks or delays to UN Women.
• Contribute to the validation of findings through participation in stakeholder consultations, workshops, or validation meetings. 
• Support the finalization of:  
  • The comprehensive assessment of the women’s entrepreneurship ecosystem (Output 1.1.1); 
  • The mapping report on human resource and skills needs in the private sector (Output 1.1.2). 

6. Reporting

• Regularly report to UN Women on progress, challenges, and risks related to the implementation of the activities. 
• Provide brief technical notes or summaries as requested by UN Women to inform project management and decision-making.

Payments will be made monthly, based on the provision of timesheets and supporting deliverables approved by the UN Women Programme Analyst, who shall confirm Consultant’s work is completed and eligible for payment. The total duration of the contract is a maximum of 46 working days until 30 October 2026.

Consultant’s Workplace and Official Travel

This is a home-based assignment, with travel within Uzbekistan as required for stakeholder consultations and other assignment-related activities. UN Women Uzbekistan will organize and cover the costs of authorized travel in accordance with UN Women rules and regulations.

Mandatory Training Courses:

The Consultant shall complete all the mandatory and other required UN training courses and modules on time. The certificates shall be submitted to the supervisor.

Competencies :

Core Values:

• Integrity;
• Professionalism;
• Respect for Diversity.

Core Competencies:

• Awareness and Sensitivity Regarding Gender Issues;
• Accountability;
• Creative Problem Solving;
• Effective Communication;
• Inclusive Collaboration;
• Stakeholder Engagement;
• Leading by Example.

Please visit this link for more information on UN Women’s Values and Competencies Framework: 

Functional Competencies:

• Demonstrated knowledge of women’s economic empowerment, including women’s entrepreneurship, employability, labour market policies, private sector engagement and gender-responsive approaches, with familiarity with the Women’s Empowerment Principles (WEPs) considered an asset.
• Proven ability to support planning, coordination, and delivery of multi-stakeholder activities, including events, capacity-building programmes, and partnerships with government, private sector, civil society, and development partners.
• Ability to effectively engage and coordinate with a wide range of stakeholders, including line ministries, financial institutions, business associations, chambers of commerce, training providers, employers, and women’s organizations.
• Ability to collect, analyse, and synthesize quantitative and qualitative data, prepare high-quality analytical and narrative reports, and contribute to results-based management and donor reporting.
• Strong skills in drafting technical documents, guidance notes, and knowledge products, and in presenting complex information clearly for diverse audiences.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks, meet deadlines, and deliver high-quality outputs under minimal supervision.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English and Uzbek, with knowledge of Russian as an asset, and demonstrated ability to facilitate meetings, workshops and consultations with diverse stakeholders.

Education and Certification:

• Master’s degree in economics, gender studies, development studies, business administration, public policy, labour economics or a related field
• A first-level university degree in combination with two additional years of qualifying experience may be accepted in lieu of the advanced university degree.

Experience:

• At least 8 years of progressively responsible experience in women’s economic empowerment, women’s entrepreneurship, employment, labour market analysis, skills development, or related areas.
• Proven experience in conducting skills-needs assessments, labour market mapping, skills gap analyses, employability assessments and/or designing skills development interventions.
• Experience working with public institutions, private sector, and CSOs on women’s economic empowerment.
• Demonstrated experience in conducting gender-responsive legal and policy reviews related to women’s economic empowerment, employment, entrepreneurship and/or family-friendly policies.
• Demonstrated experience applying gender-responsive and human rights-based approaches in the design and delivery of economic empowerment, employment, entrepreneurship or skills-development interventions.
• Experience with results-based management, reporting, and monitoring tools is an asset.

Languages:

• Fluency in English and Uzbek is required. Knowledge of Russian is an asset.

Candidates will be evaluated based on the following:

• Relevant education and academic background (20%)
• Proven technical expertise and work experience in economic empowerment (30%)
• Experience in stakeholder coordination, particularly with public and private sector institutions, civil society organizations and other relevant stakeholders (20%)
• Experience with results-based management, reporting and monitoring tools (5%)
• Demonstrated knowledge of gender equality principles and experience applying gender-responsive approaches to women’s economic empowerment, entrepreneurship, employment and/or skills development (15%)
• Fluency in English and Uzbek (10%)

Statements :

In July 2010, the United Nations General Assembly created UN Women, the United Nations Entity for Gender Equality and the Empowerment of Women. The creation of UN Women came about as part of the UN reform agenda, bringing together resources and mandates for greater impact. It merges and builds on the important work of four previously distinct parts of the UN system (DAW, OSAGI, INSTRAW and UNIFEM), which focused exclusively on gender equality and women's empowerment.

Diversity and inclusion:

At UN Women, we are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive environment of mutual respect. UN Women recruits, employs, trains, compensates, and promotes regardless of race, religion, color, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, ability, national origin, or any other basis covered by appropriate law. All employment is decided on the basis of qualifications, competence, integrity and organizational need.

If you need any reasonable accommodation to support your participation in the recruitment and selection process, please include this information in your application.

UN Women has a zero-tolerance policy on conduct that is incompatible with the aims and objectives of the United Nations and UN Women, including sexual exploitation and abuse, sexual harassment, abuse of authority and discrimination. All selected candidates will be expected to adhere to UN Women’s policies and procedures and the standards of conduct expected of UN Women personnel and will therefore undergo rigorous reference and background checks. (Background checks will include the verification of academic credential(s) and employment history. Selected candidates may be required to provide additional information to conduct a background check.)

Note: Applicants must ensure that all sections of the application form, including the sections on education and employment history, are completed. If all sections are not completed the application may be disqualified from the recruitment and selection process.
 

Background:

UN Women, grounded in the vision of equality enshrined in the Charter of the United Nations, works for the elimination of discrimination against women and girls; the empowerment of women; and the achievement of equality between women and men as partners and beneficiaries of development, human rights, humanitarian action and peace and security.

In Uzbekistan, in line with its global Strategic Plan 2026–2029, UN Women works towards the overarching goal that “women and girls, including those at greatest risk of being left behind, fully exercise their human rights, enjoy a life free from violence and discrimination, and lead, influence, and benefit from sustainable and inclusive socioeconomic development towards the advancement of gender equality in Uzbekistan.” UN Women operates in four thematic areas: (i) governance and participation in public life; (ii) women’s economic empowerment; (iii) ending violence against women and girls; and (iv) women, peace and security, humanitarian action, and disaster risk reduction. In line with its coordination mandate, UN Women promotes coherence and coordination across the UN system to enhance accountability and results for gender equality and women’s empowerment, including through joint programming and advocacy, as well as standardized tools, guidance, and services to strengthen the capacities of the UN system.

Within the framework of the “Women’s Economic Empowerment in Uzbekistan” project, the intervention will contribute to the achievement of the goals set out in the New Uzbekistan Development Strategy 2022–2026, the “Uzbekistan–2030” Strategy, and the Strategy for Achieving Gender Equality in Uzbekistan 2020–2030, developed in alignment with the Law of the Republic of Uzbekistan “On Guarantees of Equal Rights and Opportunities for Women and Men” (LRU No. 562). The proposed Action contributes to several strategic objectives, including: (i) ensuring equal rights and opportunities for women and men in employment, the creation of decent jobs, the development of women’s entrepreneurship, and expanded access of women to credit from commercial banks; (ii) promoting improved health literacy in family planning and strengthened reproductive health, as well as healthy lifestyles; and (iii) strengthening families and shared responsibility among family members.

The overall objective (impact) of the Project is to create an inclusive economic environment in which women can participate equally in the economy and labour force of Uzbekistan, free from the constraints of gender stereotypes and harmful social norms. This entails addressing deep-rooted gender biases that limit women’s opportunities and potential. By promoting gender equality in the workplace, enhancing access to education and vocational training, supporting women’s entrepreneurship, and strengthening family planning and care-related services, the Project aims to enable women to secure decent work and grow their businesses, thereby increasing their economic independence and contributing to the country’s economic growth and social development.

The International Labour Organisation has been promoting women’s entrepreneurship development (WED) as a means to job creation, women’s economic empowerment and gender equality for over ten years. ILO’s women’s entrepreneurship development programme is unique within the UN family, working to strengthen the capacity of local, national and international partners to support women to start and improve their businesses by providing specific approaches for women entrepreneurs to achieve self-sufficiency and generate decent jobs while also taking action to identify and remove systemic barriers.  The ILO is the only UN organization with a dedicated WED Strategy, adopted by its tripartite Governing Body in 2008.  The Programme provides a comprehensive package of tools, advisory services and capacity building. Networks of local, national and international trainers and partners are accredited in ILO tools and approaches who in turn train trainers and/or entrepreneurs. 

In order to unleash the potential of women-owned enterprises, it is important to examine where failures exist, and to take actions to remedy them. For example, women’s lack of access to finance may be linked to weak property rights (since property is an important form of collateral). In some countries, women need their husband’s consent to start a business, which has the effect of substantially reducing the proportion of women-owned MSMEs relative to countries where such a requirement does not exist. Indeed, research finds a broad correlation globally between the extent of legal gender differentiation and the extent to which women work, own and run businesses. The gender-based structural barriers limiting the full participation of women in economic activity must be removed if women are to have equal opportunity to pursue entrepreneurial activity.

In its revised WED assessment methodology, the ILO promotes a set of women’s entrepreneurship development (WED) framework conditions that can be assessed nationally to develop relevant and locally adapted key policy recommendations for improving the environment for the promotion of women’s entrepreneurship. The WED framework conditions and assessment methodology provide a comprehensive tool to assist country-level assessors to gather and assess a consistent body of information about the status of WED as well as to identify targeted measures to improve the ecosystem for WED.

By assessing these conditions through a thorough methodology, the ILO aims to support national stakeholders (e.g. policy makers, decision-makers, implementing agencies, focal points, employers’ organisations, business/ sector associations, and women entrepreneurs’ associations and NGOs) to identify key, locally adapted and strategic recommendations to unleash the potential of women’s entrepreneurship and women-led businesses to generate “decent jobs” at the country level. These recommendations should emanate from a clear process that puts an emphasis on dialogue and validated by a multistakeholder group (including women entrepreneurs) to be used for the formulation of a national action plan or national strategy for WED.

Description of Responsibilities /Scope of Work

The purpose of the consultancy is to provide technical expertise for the assessment of the women’s entrepreneurship ecosystem and the mapping of private-sector HR and skills needs, generating evidence and practical recommendations to inform gender-responsive programming, skills development and private-sector engagement under the Women’s Economic Empowerment Project.

Under the supervision of the UN Women Programme Analyst and in close cooperation with the National Consultant, the International Consultant will provide technical expertise, coordination, and quality assurance support for the implementation of Project Activity 1.1.1 – Assessment of women’s entrepreneurship ecosystem, including legal review; and Activity 1.1.2 – Mapping of human resources and skills needs of the private sector. The following tasks will be undertaken to provide a national assessment of women’s entrepreneurship and specific recommendations to improve the environment for WED in the specific country, implementing the methodology of the ILO: «Assessing the Framework Conditions for Women’s Entrepreneurship Development - Assessor’s guide».  The data collection, selection of interviewees will be done according to the process indicated in the Guide. 

1. Lead the desk review of relevant research, policies, strategies, administrative data and other available evidence on women’s entrepreneurship and women-led businesses in Uzbekistan, identifying key knowledge and evidence gaps.

2. Provide methodological guidance and quality assurance for primary data collection, with the National Consultant supporting national-level implementation, including:

    

   • identifying key informants (in collaboration with ILO) and undertake 25-30 key informant interviews with service providers, 
   • organising at least four (4) focus groups (including one rural based and another for young women entrepreneurs),

   • and conducting and supervising the quality of a survey at least two hundred women entrepreneurs (200) from both urban and rural areas and from different sectors and sizes of enterprises, and including young women. 

     Ensure that assessment instruments are appropriately adapted to the Uzbek context and provide guidance on data collection, sampling, enumerator training and quality control in line with the ILO WED Assessment methodology.

      

3. Lead integrated analysis of evidence from the desk review, interviews, focus groups and survey, assessing the seven ILO WED framework conditions and identifying gaps, good practices, priorities and evidence-based recommendations.
4. Write up the report, following the guidance and format described in the ILO: « Assessing the Framework Conditions for Women’s Entrepreneurship Development - Assessor’s guide». The ILO expects the consultant to be the main writer of the report (and not delegate it to another person).   
5. Submit the first full draft of the assessment report to UN Women for technical review and comments.
6. Based on UN Women’s comments, revise the assessment report and prepare a PowerPoint presentation of no more than 15-20 slides for stakeholder validation. Present the key findings and recommendations and facilitate discussion with relevant national stakeholders, with the format and number of workshops agreed with UN Women.
7. Based on feedback from the validation process, finalise and submit the assessment report, incorporating agreed stakeholder inputs and clearly documenting the evidence base and recommendations.
8. Ensure final quality assurance of the report and supporting analytical materials and address any remaining comments from UN Women.

Dates and details of tasks/payments

The International Consultant will carry out the tasks under the supervision of the UN Women Programme Analyst and in close cooperation with the National Consultant. Regular and proactive communication with the Programme Analyst and the National Consultant is expected to clarify questions, validate methodological approaches and seek interim review or clearance of relevant parts of the work, as appropriate.

The consultancy will be for a maximum of 40 working days within the period agreed in the contract. Payments will be made against satisfactory completion and acceptance of the agreed deliverables, in accordance with the schedule below.

• Upon submission of a draft of the literature review, adapted survey questionnaire and workplan by 30 September 2026 (10 days) 
• Upon submission of a first draft of the full report and a powerpoint presentation to be commented by ILO and key partners by 10 October 2026 (20 days) 
• Upon submission of the final report to the satisfaction of the responsible ILO official and submission of relevant raw data (i.e. interview notes, focus group notes and completed survey forms) by 30 October 2026 (10 days) 

1. Technical Oversight and Guidance

• Provide substantive technical assistance to the National Consultant on the design, methodology and implementation of both activities, ensuring alignment with international standards and UN Women priorities.
• Ensure the application of the ILO Women’s Entrepreneurship Development (WED) Assessment methodology within Activity 1.1.1. 
• Advise on integrating gender-responsive and human rights-based approaches throughout all research and analytical processes. 
• Provide guidance on incorporating a legal review, including family-friendly policies, within the entrepreneurship ecosystem assessment. 

2. Coordination and Liaison

The International Consultant will work under the overall guidance of the UN Women Programme Analyst and in close cooperation with the National Consultant. The International Consultant will provide methodological leadership, analytical oversight and quality assurance, while the National Consultant will support national stakeholder engagement, data collection, contextual analysis and drafting.

The assignment covers Activity 1.1.1 – Assessment of women’s entrepreneurship ecosystem, including legal review, and provides technical leadership for the assessment methodology and synthesis. It also provides the analytical framework and quality assurance for Activity 1.1.2 – Mapping of human resources and skills needs of the private sector, while the National Consultant leads/supports national-level company engagement, data collection and contextual analysis.

3. Quality Assurance and Review

• Work under the direct supervision of the UN Women Programme Analyst and in close collaboration with the National Consultant on all deliverables, including inception reports, data collection tools, draft reports and final outputs.
• Ensure that all outputs meet high-quality analytical standards, are evidence-based and are gender-responsive. 
• Verify the accuracy, relevance, and contextual appropriateness of findings and recommendations. 

4. Substantive Contributions

• Contribute to the refinement of research questions, analytical frameworks and national-level data collection methodologies, in consultation with the National Consultant.
• Provide inputs to strengthen policy recommendations, ensuring they are practical, actionable and aligned with national priorities. 

5. Support to Deliverables

• Support timely implementation of both activities in line with agreed timelines and milestones and promptly flag any implementation risks or delays to UN Women.
• Contribute to the validation of findings through participation in stakeholder consultations, workshops or validation meetings. 
• Support the finalization of: 
  • The comprehensive assessment of the women’s entrepreneurship ecosystem (Output 1.1.1); 
  • The mapping report on human resource and skills needs in the private sector (Output 1.1.2). 

6. Reporting

• Regularly report to UN Women Programme Analyst on progress, challenges and risks related to the implementation of the activities. 
• Provide brief technical notes or summaries as requested by UN Women to inform project management and decision-making.

Payments will be made monthly, based on the provision of timesheets and supporting deliverables approved by the UN Women Programme Analyst, who shall confirm Consultant’s work is completed and eligible for payment. The total duration of the contract is a maximum of 40 working days until 30 October 2026.

Consultant’s Workplace and Official Travel

This is a home-based assignment, with travel within Uzbekistan as required for stakeholder consultations and other assignment-related activities. UN Women Uzbekistan will organize and cover the costs of authorized travel in accordance with UN Women rules and regulations.\

Mandatory Training Courses:

The Consultant shall complete all the mandatory and other required UN training courses and modules on time. The certificates shall be submitted to the supervisor.

Competencies :

Core Values:

• Integrity;
• Professionalism;
• Respect for Diversity.

Core Competencies:

• Awareness and Sensitivity Regarding Gender Issues;
• Accountability;
• Creative Problem Solving;
• Effective Communication;
• Inclusive Collaboration;
• Stakeholder Engagement;
• Leading by Example.

Please visit this link for more information on UN Women’s Values and Competencies Framework: 

Functional Competencies:

• Demonstrated knowledge of women’s economic empowerment, including women’s entrepreneurship, employability, labour market policies, private sector engagement and gender-responsive approaches, with familiarity with the Women’s Empowerment Principles (WEPs) considered an asset.
• Proven ability to support planning, coordination, and delivery of multi-stakeholder activities, including events, capacity-building programmes, and partnerships with government, private sector, civil society, and development partners.
• Ability to effectively engage and coordinate with a wide range of stakeholders, including line ministries, financial institutions, business associations, chambers of commerce, training providers, employers, and women’s organizations.
• Ability to collect, analyse, and synthesize quantitative and qualitative data, prepare high-quality analytical and narrative reports, and contribute to results-based management and donor reporting.
• Strong skills in drafting technical documents, guidance notes, and knowledge products, and in presenting complex information clearly for diverse audiences.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks, meet deadlines, and deliver high-quality outputs under minimal supervision.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English, with knowledge of Russian as an asset, and demonstrated ability to facilitate meetings, workshops and consultations with diverse stakeholders.

Required Qualifications

Education and Certification:

• Master’s degree in social sciences, entrepreneurial studies or an equivalent field, with a specialisation in gender. 

Experience:

• At least 10 years of demonstrated experience in undertaking socio-economic studies on women’s economic empowerment, women’s entrepreneurship, employment, labour market analysis, skills development, or related areas. 
• Proven experience in conducting legal review, skills-needs assessments, labour market mapping, skills gap analyses, employability assessments and/or designing skills development interventions.
• Demonstrated experience in working with public institutions, private sector and CSOs on women’s economic empowerment.
• Demonstrated experience in conducting gender-responsive legal and policy reviews related to women’s economic empowerment, employment, entrepreneurship and/or family-friendly policies.
• Demonstrated experience applying gender-responsive and human rights-based approaches in the design and delivery of economic empowerment, employment, entrepreneurship or skills-development interventions.
• Experience with results-based management, reporting, and monitoring tools is an asset.
• Experience in organising and implementing focus groups and surveys. 
• Excellent communication skills in English, both written and spoken. Knowledge of Russian language is an asset.
• Capacity to interact with a diverse set of stakeholders.
• Comfortable with information technologies for recording and presenting data.

Languages:

• Fluency in English is required. Knowledge of Russian is an asset.

Candidates will be evaluated based on the following:

• Relevant education and academic background (20%)
• Proven technical expertise and work experience in economic empowerment (30%)
• Experience in stakeholder coordination, particularly with public and private sector institutions, civil society organizations and other relevant stakeholders (20%)
• Experience with results-based management, reporting and monitoring tools (5%)
• Demonstrated knowledge of gender equality principles and experience applying gender-responsive approaches to women’s economic empowerment, entrepreneurship, employment and/or skills development (15%)
• Fluency in English (10%)

Statements :

In July 2010, the United Nations General Assembly created UN Women, the United Nations Entity for Gender Equality and the Empowerment of Women. The creation of UN Women came about as part of the UN reform agenda, bringing together resources and mandates for greater impact. It merges and builds on the important work of four previously distinct parts of the UN system (DAW, OSAGI, INSTRAW and UNIFEM), which focused exclusively on gender equality and women's empowerment.

Diversity and inclusion:

At UN Women, we are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive environment of mutual respect. UN Women recruits, employs, trains, compensates, and promotes regardless of race, religion, color, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, ability, national origin, or any other basis covered by appropriate law. All employment is decided on the basis of qualifications, competence, integrity and organizational need.

If you need any reasonable accommodation to support your participation in the recruitment and selection process, please include this information in your application.

UN Women has a zero-tolerance policy on conduct that is incompatible with the aims and objectives of the United Nations and UN Women, including sexual exploitation and abuse, sexual harassment, abuse of authority and discrimination. All selected candidates will be expected to adhere to UN Women’s policies and procedures and the standards of conduct expected of UN Women personnel and will therefore undergo rigorous reference and background checks. (Background checks will include the verification of academic credential(s) and employment history. Selected candidates may be required to provide additional information to conduct a background check.)

Note: Applicants must ensure that all sections of the application form, including the sections on education and employment history, are completed. If all sections are not completed the application may be disqualified from the recruitment and selection process.
 

Education, Experience and/or skills required

The consultants conducting this national mapping should possess a blend of expertise in migration protection, legal/policy analysis, and on-the-ground research skills. The required qualifications include:

• Educational Background: An advanced university degree in a relevant field such as Law, International Relations, Social Work, Migration Studies, Human Rights, Development Studies, or Child Protection. A combination of a Bachelor’s degree with additional years of experience in these areas may be acceptable, but a Master’s or higher is preferred for the consultants.

• Technical Knowledge and Experience:

  • At least 5-7 years of professional experience in fields related to migration, human trafficking, child protection, or social protection. The consultants should have demonstrable experience working on issues of migrant vulnerability and protection and/or counter-trafficking. For example, experience in developing or evaluating NRMs, victim assistance programs, or child protection systems will be highly valued.

  • Strong experience in conducting policy and legal analysis. The consultants should be comfortable reading and interpreting laws, regulations, and policy documents, and assessing them against international standards. Prior work on legal assessments or strategy development in the context of migration or TIP (like drafting a gap analysis of a country’s anti-trafficking law or reviewing the effectiveness of a migration policy) would be ideal.

  • Proven experience in qualitative research and assessment. This means the consultants has a track record of conducting interviews, focus groups, etc., and producing analytical reports. Publications or reports from previous consultancies (especially those involving mapping or needs assessments in protection areas) should be provided as samples. 

• Country/Regional Expertise:

  • In-depth understanding of the context of Kyrgyzstan and Central Asia. Ideally, the consultants have prior working experience in Kyrgyzstan or at least in the Central Asia region or CIS countries. This includes familiarity with the institutional structures and cultural norms of the country. For example, knowledge of how the social service system is structured (what ministries do what), or awareness of migration trends involving Kyrgyzstan, is important.

  • Existing networks or relationships in Kyrgyzstan (e.g., contacts in government or civil society related to migration/TIP) would greatly facilitate the work, although not strictly required.

  • If the consultant is not a Kyrgyzstan national, they should demonstrate an ability to quickly get up to speed with local context and ideally have conducted similar assignments in environments with comparable governance and social contexts.

• Language Proficiency:

  • Fluency in Kyrgyz/Russian is required for conducting interviews and reading local documents. Many official documents and discussions may occur in Russian, given its common usage in Central Asia. The ability to review materials and conduct discussions in these languages is crucial.

  • Proficiency in English is highly desirable for reporting purposes. The final report needs to be in English/Russian. English is also useful for engaging with international stakeholders and referencing international materials.

• Communication and Facilitation Skills:

  • Excellent interpersonal skills to engage a diverse range of stakeholders – from government officials to vulnerable individuals – with tact and clarity. The consultant must be able to conduct interviews and focus groups effectively, listening actively and asking the right probing questions.

  • Strong facilitation skills for the validation workshop and any group discussions. The consultant should be adept at presenting complex information in an accessible manner, and guiding discussions to be productive.

  • Strong analytical writing skills to produce clear, structured, and insightful reports and SOPs. The writing should be both technically sound and understandable to non-specialist readers (since the audience includes government officials who may not be experts in every area).

• Project Management and Organizational Ability:

  • Ability to work independently and manage the workload within the agreed timeline. The consultant should demonstrate strong organizational skills – planning field visits, scheduling interviews (and being persistent yet diplomatic in securing those meetings), and keeping track of large amounts of information (notes, transcripts, documents).

  • The consultant should also be flexible and problem-solving oriented – for instance, if a planned workshop is delayed, they adjust accordingly; if initial informants provide new leads, they can incorporate additional interviews within scope.

• Ethical Standards and Cultural Sensitivity:

  • Demonstrated commitment to research ethics, particularly when dealing with human subjects. Experience handling sensitive interviews (with trauma survivors, children, etc.) and training in ethical guidelines (such as not re-traumatizing victims, ensuring confidentiality) will be considered a plus.

  • Cultural sensitivity: The consultant should be aware of and respectful toward the cultural and social norms of Kyrgyzstan. This implies understanding how to approach discussions on topics that may be taboo or sensitive (e.g., sexual exploitation) in a manner that is acceptable locally. It also means being gender-sensitive and child-sensitive in approach.

  • The consultant should not have any conflict of interest (for example, not be a current employee of one of the agencies being assessed, unless explicitly agreed as a peer review role).

Candidates will be evaluated based on these qualifications. The CV/resume should clearly outline how the consultant meets these requirements, citing relevant experience and providing references or prior work samples. 

Budget Considerations

The budget for this assignment will cover the consultant’s professional fees as well as necessary expenses related to the research activities. While specific figures are omitted here, proposals should provide a detailed breakdown of costs. Key considerations include:

• Professional Fees: The consultant should propose a daily or monthly rate and an estimated number of working days for each major task (inception, data collection, analysis, reporting, SOP drafting). The total professional fee should be commensurate with the level of effort and in line with market rates for similar expertise in Kyrgyzstan or the region. (For context, consultancies requiring this level of expertise in Central Asia often range in the few hundred USD per day for senior consultants, but cost norms will be followed.) Competitive pricing will be a factor, but the emphasis is on value for money – strong expertise and efficient use of time.

• Travel and Field Costs: The assignment will likely require in-country travel. The proposal should budget for trips to at least 2 regions outside the capital (for example, travel to two provincial capitals or border towns for field visits). This would include transport (economy-class airfare or train far, or car rental/driver costs if by road) and daily subsistence (accommodation, meals) for each trip. The number of days per trip and number of trips should be estimated. All travel must align with the commissioning agency’s travel policies (e.g., economy class, UN DSA rates or similar per diems). If the consultant is international and not based in Kyrgyzstan, travel from home base to Kyrgyzstan should also be budgeted (economy airfare and accommodation for the on-site duration). However, the preference might be to hire someone already on-site or in the region to minimize travel costs, unless necessary.

• Workshops/Meetings: While the main validation workshop costs (venue, participant travel, refreshments) will typically be covered by the project separately, the consultant’s budget should include any costs for facilitation materials (e.g., printing handouts) and the consultant’s own travel & accommodation to attend the workshop (if not already on-site). If any smaller consultation meetings are planned (like a half-day roundtable with stakeholders during data collection), these will likely be arranged by the commissioning agency, but the consultant might include minor costs for materials or local travel within the city.

• Communications and Miscellaneous: This could include costs for interpreting or translating services if the consultant doesn’t cover all languages. For instance, if the consultant needs professional translation of key documents from Russian/Kyrgyz to English for analysis or translating the final report and executive summary, that should be budgeted. Interpretation during some interviews or the validation workshop should also be considered. Additionally, any costs for survey tool subscriptions or data analysis software can be budgeted if needed (though free tools will be preferred). 

• Payment Schedule: Typically, payments are tied to deliverables. A possible schedule is: 20% upon approval of the inception report, 30% upon submission of the draft mapping report, 20% upon completion of the validation workshop, and 30% upon approval of the final report and SOPs. The ToR might outline this, or the contract will specify. The consultant should plan cash flow accordingly (e.g., initial expenses will need to be borne before the first payment).

The consultant is expected to implement the assignment cost-effectively. Use of virtual communication where possible (e.g., some interviews via video conference to reduce travel) is encouraged, although on-site engagement is valued for depth. 

In summary, while exact budget figures are to be proposed by the consultant, the expectation is that the resources are adequate to cover thorough national data collection and consultation, including some travel and the production of high-quality outputs, without unnecessary frills.

Required Competencies

IOM’s competency framework can be found at this link. Competencies will be assessed during the selection process.

Values - all IOM staff members must abide by and demonstrate these five values:

• Inclusion and respect for diversity: Respects and promotes individual and cultural differences. Encourages diversity and inclusion.
• Integrity and transparency: Maintains high ethical standards and acts in a manner consistent with organizational principles/rules and standards of conduct.
• Professionalism: Demonstrates ability to work in a composed, competent and committed manner and exercises careful judgment in meeting day-to-day challenges.
• Courage: Demonstrates willingness to take a stand on issues of importance.
• Empathy: Shows compassion for others, makes people feel safe, respected and fairly treated.

Core Competencies – behavioural indicators

• Teamwork: Develops and promotes effective collaboration within and across units to achieve shared goals and optimize results.
• Delivering results: Produces and delivers quality results in a service-oriented and timely manner. Is action oriented and committed to achieving agreed outcomes.
• Managing and sharing knowledge: Continuously seeks to learn, share knowledge and innovate.
• Accountability: Takes ownership for achieving the Organization’s priorities and assumes responsibility for own actions and delegated work.
• Communication: Encourages and contributes to clear and open communication. Explains complex matters in an informative, inspiring and motivational way.

Notes

IOM covers Consultants against occupational accidents and illnesses under the Compensation Plan (CP), free of charge, for the duration of the consultancy. IOM does not provide evacuation or medical insurance for reasons related to non-occupational accidents and illnesses. Consultants are responsible for their own medical insurance for non-occupational accident or illness and will be required to provide written proof of such coverage before commencing work. 

Any offer made to the candidate in relation to this vacancy notice is subject to funding confirmation.

Appointment will be subject to certification that the candidate is medically fit for appointment, accreditation, any residency or visa requirements, security clearances.

IOM has a zero-tolerance policy on conduct that is incompatible with the aims and objectives of the United Nations and IOM, including sexual exploitation and abuse, sexual harassment, abuse of authority and discrimination based on gender, nationality, age, race, sexual orientation, religious or ethnic background or disabilities.

IOM does not charge a fee at any stage of its recruitment process (application, interview, processing, training or other fee). IOM does not request any information related to bank accounts.

IOM only accepts duly completed applications submitted through the IOM e-Recruitment system (for internal candidates link here). The online tool also allows candidates to track the status of their application.

No late applications will be accepted. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

For further information and other job postings, you are welcome to visit our website: IOM Careers and Job Vacancies

Background:

UN Women, grounded in the vision of equality enshrined in the Charter of the United Nations, works for the elimination of discrimination against women and girls; the empowerment of women; and the achievement of equality between women and men as partners and beneficiaries of development, human rights, humanitarian action and peace and security. Placing women's rights at the center of all its efforts, UN Women leads and coordinates United Nations system efforts to ensure that commitments on gender equality and gender mainstreaming translate into action throughout the world. It provides strong and coherent leadership in support of Member States' priorities and efforts, building effective partnerships with civil society and other relevant actors. 
 

UN Women Office in the Republic of North Macedonia in line with its priorities set in the UN Women strategic plan and in the UN Sustainable Development Cooperation Framework, supports the country on the normative commitments and is working in three thematic areas – governance and national planning, ending violence against women, and women’s economic empowerment. In fulfilling its mandate, UN Women is cooperating with UN, the government, CSOs and the private sector to advocate for women’s empowerment and advancement of gender equality. 

UN Women Office in the country is implementing the project “Promoting Gender Responsive Policies and Budgets: Towards Transparent, Inclusive and Accountable Governance in Republic of North of Macedonia – phase 2” funded by Switzerland and the programme “Promoting Gender Responsive Governance in North Macedonia” funded by Sweden. Both initiatives are aimed towards more accountable, transparent and inclusive governance, which would improve the lives of women and girls and advance gender equality in North Macedonia.     
To support the Ministry of Social Policy, Demography and Youth, as well as the State Statistical Office in the development of the Gender Equality Index, UN Women is seeking expert support to contribute to the Narrative Report for the Gender Equality Index in North Macedonia, as part of project implementation and support to the Ministry. The assignment comprises developing of a partial index or dashboard in 2026 and complete Gender Equality Index in 2027.
 

The national consultants will be expected to complete the below tasks within the indicative timeframe:

Description of Responsibilities /Scope of Work
The main objective of the assignment is to create the narrative report for the country Gender Equality Index, based on the data provided by the SSO, as well as to develop short explanatory note/guidance for the development of the narrative report for each of the domains. In line with the EIGE methodology, the SSO has calculated the scores of the Gender Equality Index, covering six domains: knowledge, work, money, health, time, power, and two satellite domains: violence and intersecting inequalities. The report will be used to provide contextual understanding of the results of the Gender Equality Index. The assignment is requested for developing partial index or dashboard in 2026 and complete Gender Equality Index in 2027.

Working in close coordination with the MSPDY/DEO, the SSO and UN Women team and under direct supervision of the UN Women Programme Analyst, the national experts will have the following tasks and responsibilities:
•    Conduct consultations with relevant departments and officials at the MSPDY and the SSO, including other stakeholders, if necessary.
•    Gather and classify the available information necessary for drafting the report contextualizing results of the GE Index dashboard 2026 and the national Gender Equality Index 2027.
•    Use the methodology of the European Institute for Gender Equality for drafting the reports.
•    Use the data, calculations and information that the State Statistical Office has gathered to prepare the reports.
•    Prepare a draft version of the Reports and later incorporate suggestions provided by relevant stakeholders for the purpose of finalizing the report.
•    Prepare presentation of the key points of the Reports for the public presentation of the report.
•    Participate in the public presentation of the results of the Gender Equality Index.
•    Prepare explanatory note with instructions for the interpretation/analysis of gender data and preparation of narrative report for each of the domains. 
•    Submit final report to UN Women for the assignment.

Reporting
Under the overall supervision of the Programme Analyst at the UN Women Office in the country, the National Consultants will develop and deliver the above listed deliverables, along with a timesheet, report, and other relevant materials.
All deliverables of an acceptable standard and quality should be submitted to UN Women and in languages as specified above.

Consultants’ Workplace and Official Travel
This is a home-based consultancy. The assignment requires intermittent presence on UN Women premises for coordinative purposes. 
As part of this assignment, there may be expected in-country travels outside the capital Skopje, for which UN Women will cover the transportation and DSA.  
 

Competencies :

Core Values:

• Integrity;
• Professionalism;
• Respect for Diversity.

Core Competencies:

• Awareness and Sensitivity Regarding Gender Issues;
• Accountability;
• Creative Problem Solving;
• Effective Communication;
• Inclusive Collaboration;
• Stakeholder Engagement;
• Leading by Example.

Please visit this link for more information on UN Women’s Values and Competencies Framework: 

Functional Competencies:

• Knowledge Management and Learning
• Leadership and Self-Management
• Judgement/Decision-making
• Analytical Thinking
• Change Management

Required Qualifications

Education and Certification:

• Master’s degree or equivalent in statistics, public policy, finance, gender studies, or a related field is required.

• A first-level university degree in combination with two additional years of qualifying experience may be accepted in lieu of the advanced university degree.

Experience:
•    A minimum of 5 years of demonstrated professional experience in gender equality with focus on gender statistics and/or public policy and budget monitoring.
•    Previous experience in developing indices and statistic documents on gender equality and gender mainstreaming in socio-economic empowerment of women. 
•    Experience and knowledge on national gender and statistic policies in the Republic of North Macedonia.
•    Knowledge on results-based management and strategic planning is a strong asset. 
•    Previous experience working with international organizations would be considered as an asset.

Languages:
•    Fluency in Macedonian and English is required.
•    Knowledge of Albanian is an asset.

Statements :

In July 2010, the United Nations General Assembly created UN Women, the United Nations Entity for Gender Equality and the Empowerment of Women. The creation of UN Women came about as part of the UN reform agenda, bringing together resources and mandates for greater impact. It merges and builds on the important work of four previously distinct parts of the UN system (DAW, OSAGI, INSTRAW and UNIFEM), which focused exclusively on gender equality and women's empowerment.

Diversity and inclusion:

At UN Women, we are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive environment of mutual respect. UN Women recruits, employs, trains, compensates, and promotes regardless of race, religion, color, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, ability, national origin, or any other basis covered by appropriate law. All employment is decided on the basis of qualifications, competence, integrity and organizational need.

If you need any reasonable accommodation to support your participation in the recruitment and selection process, please include this information in your application.

UN Women has a zero-tolerance policy on conduct that is incompatible with the aims and objectives of the United Nations and UN Women, including sexual exploitation and abuse, sexual harassment, abuse of authority and discrimination. All selected candidates will be expected to adhere to UN Women’s policies and procedures and the standards of conduct expected of UN Women personnel and will therefore undergo rigorous reference and background checks. (Background checks will include the verification of academic credential(s) and employment history. Selected candidates may be required to provide additional information to conduct a background check.)

Note: Applicants must ensure that all sections of the application form, including the sections on education and employment history, are completed. If all sections are not completed the application may be disqualified from the recruitment and selection process.

       QUALIFICATIONS / SPECIALIZED KNOWLEDGE / EXPERIENCE/ COMPETENCIES (CORE/TECHNICAL/FUNCTIONAL) / LANGUAGE SKILLS REQUIRED FOR THE ASSIGNMENT  

• Education: Bachelors`s degree in at least one of the following fields: Health Informatics, Information Systems, Public Health, Statistics, Demography, Computer Science, Monitoring & Evaluation, or a related field.
• Work Experience: At least At least 2 years of progressively responsible experience in health information systems, DHIS2 use/configuration, electronic data collection tools, data quality assurance and dashboard development, preferably in a health/development context in Sierra Leone or a similar setting. Additional relevant experience will be an asset.
• Skills: Demonstrated proficiency in DHIS2 administration and configuration, KoBoToolbox/EPI Info survey tools, Power BI dashboard development, data quality assessment methodologies, and capacity building/on-site mentorship of health facility and district staff.
• Language Requirements: Fluency in English is required. Knowledge of local languages in Sierra Leone is an asset.
• Desirables: Experience working with Ministry of Health DPPI, UNICEF or UN systems; familiarity with Sierra Leone's HMIS, CHIS/ComEMR, AHEAD project districts, and community health data systems.

Description of Responsibilities/ Scope of Work

The successful performance of the incumbent will effectively contribute to the development of knowledge on gender legislation development and provide recommendations to strengthen gender equality laws and policy in Viet Nam.

The objective of the assignment is to provide technical support to MOHA in assessing the implementation of the NSGE 2021–2030 and developing recommendations to strengthen its objectives, targets, indicators, implementation arrangements and monitoring framework, taking into account the current national context, government priorities and Viet Nam’s international commitments.
The consultant is expected to work closely with technical team of Department of Youth Affairs and Gender Equality during the review and update of the NSGE, with following tasks:
o    Review of existing national reports, studies and data related to the implementation of NSGE to assess implementation progress, results, gaps and lessons against the NSGE objectives, targets and 2025 milestones, and assess the likelihood of achieving the 2030 targets. 
o    Analysis of recent government policy priorities to assess the relevance, coherence, measurability and ambition of the Strategy’s objectives, targets, indicators, tasks, solutions and institutional responsibilities.
o    Review other relevant legal documents on gender equality, as well as international commitments (CEDAW, SDGs, BPfA, etc.) to identify gaps between the NSGE and international commitment.
o    Identify policy adjustments required to reflect the new institutional and development context, national priorities and laws, and Viet Nam’s international commitments, including the 2026 CEDAW concluding observations and follow-up requirements.
o    Provide recommendations for the development of a strengthened results and monitoring framework with clear indicator definitions, baselines, milestones and targets; data sources and collection frequency; required disaggregation; responsible and coordinating institutions; reporting flows; and quality-assurance arrangements.

Guiding approach 

o    Results-based management: distinguish activities and outputs from changes in outcomes; assess contribution, implementation quality, coverage and sustainability, not only completion of activities.
o    Gender-transformative and intersectional analysis: examine structural causes and differentiated outcomes by age, disability, ethnicity, geography, migration status and other relevant characteristics, subject to data availability and appropriate national terminology.
o    Evidence and traceability: triangulate official statistics, administrative data, evaluations, research and stakeholder evidence; document definitions, limitations and the basis for proposed changes.

Deliverables

• Excellent analytical, research, and drafting skills.
• Ability to synthesize complex information into clear, evidence-based findings and recommendations.
• Strong facilitation and presentation skills for engaging with government, UN, and civil society stakeholders.
• Familiarity with Viet Nam’s legal and policy context on gender equality is highly desirable.
• Strong communication skills in English.

Required Qualifications:

Education and Certification:
• Advanced university degree (Master’s or equivalent) in social sciences, gender studies, public policy, international development, or a related field.

Experience:
•    At least 15 years of professional experience in gender equality and gender-responsive public policy in Viet Nam.
•    Strong quantitative and qualitative analytical skills, including assessment of official statistics, administrative data and evidence limitations.
•    Demonstrated ability to design results frameworks, indicators, monitoring systems and reporting arrangements for national strategies or programmes.
•    Demonstrated track record in preparing Vietnamese analytical reports, gap analyses, and policy recommendations.
•    Knowledge of the NSGE, current institutional context, CEDAW and other international commitments 
•    Prior experience working with government agencies, UN bodies, or international organizations on gender-related legal and policy reforms.

EDUCATION
Bachelor’s degree in civil engineering, Architecture and other engineering-related fields from an accredited academic institution with at least 5 years of relevant professional experience.
 

EXPERIENCE 
1.    Minimum of 5 years’ experience in site assessment, planning, and site layout for the purpose of shelter construction.
2.    Minimum of 5 years’ experience in designing and supervising the construction of communal, transition and permanent shelters for internally displaced persons in accordance with the sphere standards and applicable Government guidelines.
3.    Experience in working with migrants, refugees, internally displaced persons, victims of trafficking, and other vulnerable groups.
4.    Prior work experience with international humanitarian organizations, non-government or government institutions/organizations in a multi-cultural setting is an advantage.
5.    Experience in training local artisans on Build Back Better and Safer technics.
 

SKILLS 
1. Organizational skills and attributes:
-Strong communication and interpersonal skills. 
-Ability to work with diverse stakeholders and facilitate collaboration.
-Ability to work in teams and collaborate to deliver outcomes.
-A good planner
2.    Specific Skills:
-Training skills: Experience in developing training materials and conducting artisanal capacity building activities. 
- Technical skills: Ability to work with AutoCAD and other computer-based design software.
- Report Writing and Analysis: Strong analytical and report-writing skills are essential. 
-Adaptability and Flexibility: Ability to adapt to a dynamic environment and work under pressure. 
 

Required Qualifications and Experience

• Advanced university degree in migration, social sciences, law, human rights, social protection, public policy, international development, or a related field.

• At least five years of progressively responsible professional experience in research, assessment, programme analysis or policy work related to trafficking in persons, migrant protection, social protection, human rights or related areas.

• Demonstrated experience in conducting needs assessments, service mapping, gap analysis or similar research involving vulnerable populations.

• Good knowledge of trafficking in persons, survivor protection and reintegration, including survivor-centred, rights-based, gender-responsive and child-sensitive approaches.

• Experience in applying qualitative and quantitative research methods, including desk review, stakeholder consultations, interviews and analysis of administrative or programme data.

• Experience engaging with government institutions, civil society organizations and service providers; experience working directly with vulnerable populations, including trafficking survivors, is a strong asset.

• Good understanding of the institutional and social protection context of Uzbekistan and relevant national protection and referral systems.

• Strong analytical, drafting and communication skills, including the ability to synthesize information from multiple sources and present complex findings in a clear and practical manner.

• Fluency in Russian and Uzbek is required for research, consultations and stakeholder engagement.

• Strong command of English is required for preparation of the final English-language report. 

Bidders are required to submit a separate financial proposal, including a detailed price schedule, as part of their application. 

Languages

For this consultancy, Fluency in Russian and Uzbek, Strong command of English are required.

Proficiency of language(s) required will be specifically evaluated during the selection process, which may include written and/or oral assessments.

Travel required

The consultancy is home-based in Uzbekistan, and no travel is required by IOM under this assignment.
Should the Consultant consider travel within Uzbekistan necessary for the effective completion of the assignment, such travel shall be undertaken at the Consultant’s own expense. Any related costs shall be borne by the Consultant and, where applicable, reflected in the financial proposal. IOM will not provide separate reimbursement for travel, accommodation, daily subsistence allowance or other travel-related expenses.

Purpose of Assignment and Scope of the work

All work assignments under this contract shall take place on a home-based basis in Uzbekistan, and it will be assumed that the service provider holds the responsibility to ensure all necessary permissions to work in the country.

The materials produced under this assignment will be credited to IOM Uzbekistan. The Consultant will ensure that all deliverables are prepared and submitted in accordance with the language requirements specified under Section 7 and provided in editable digital format. All original materials, data and supporting documentation produced or collected under the assignment will be handed over to IOM Uzbekistan and will remain the property of IOM Uzbekistan.

Each work assignment shall be discussed in advance and an individual Purchase Order describing the nature of the job request, timeframe and budget shall be issued. Assignments will be requested and managed by the Migrants Assistance and Protection Unit of the IOM Country Office in Uzbekistan.
All copyrights to materials produced in the performance of this contract shall be vested exclusively in IOM Uzbekistan. Any use of such materials by the service provider shall be subject to the prior written consent of the IOM Uzbekistan Chief of Mission.

Required Competencies

IOM’s competency framework can be found at this link. Competencies will be assessed during the selection process.

Values - all IOM staff members must abide by and demonstrate these five values:

• Inclusion and respect for diversity: Respects and promotes individual and cultural differences. Encourages diversity and inclusion.
• Integrity and transparency: Maintains high ethical standards and acts in a manner consistent with organizational principles/rules and standards of conduct.
• Professionalism: Demonstrates ability to work in a composed, competent and committed manner and exercises careful judgment in meeting day-to-day challenges.
• Courage: Demonstrates willingness to take a stand on issues of importance.
• Empathy: Shows compassion for others, makes people feel safe, respected and fairly treated.

Core Competencies – behavioural indicators

• Teamwork: Develops and promotes effective collaboration within and across units to achieve shared goals and optimize results.
• Delivering results: Produces and delivers quality results in a service-oriented and timely manner. Is action oriented and committed to achieving agreed outcomes.
• Managing and sharing knowledge: Continuously seeks to learn, share knowledge and innovate.
• Accountability: Takes ownership for achieving the Organization’s priorities and assumes responsibility for own actions and delegated work.
• Communication: Encourages and contributes to clear and open communication. Explains complex matters in an informative, inspiring and motivational way.

Notes

IOM covers Consultants against occupational accidents and illnesses under the Compensation Plan (CP), free of charge, for the duration of the consultancy. IOM does not provide evacuation or medical insurance for reasons related to non-occupational accidents and illnesses. Consultants are responsible for their own medical insurance for non-occupational accident or illness and will be required to provide written proof of such coverage before commencing work. 

Any offer made to the candidate in relation to this vacancy notice is subject to funding confirmation.

Appointment will be subject to certification that the candidate is medically fit for appointment, accreditation, any residency or visa requirements, security clearances.

IOM has a zero-tolerance policy on conduct that is incompatible with the aims and objectives of the United Nations and IOM, including sexual exploitation and abuse, sexual harassment, abuse of authority and discrimination based on gender, nationality, age, race, sexual orientation, religious or ethnic background or disabilities.

IOM does not charge a fee at any stage of its recruitment process (application, interview, processing, training or other fee). IOM does not request any information related to bank accounts.

IOM only accepts duly completed applications submitted through the IOM e-Recruitment system (for internal candidates link here). The online tool also allows candidates to track the status of their application.

No late applications will be accepted. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

For further information and other job postings, you are welcome to visit our website: IOM Careers and Job Vacancies

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If you would like to know more about this consultancy, please review the complete Terms of Reference here:  ToR Project Coordinator PAAF.pdf

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Education:

•            Advanced university degree (Master’s degree or equivalent) in Project Management, Civil Engineering, Architecture, Construction Management, Hydraulics, Sanitary Engineering, or a related field.

•            A Project Management Professional (PMP) certification or equivalent formal project management training is a strong asset

Work Experience:

•            Minimum 8 years of relevant professional experience in the management, coordination, or supervision of large-scale infrastructure projects, ideally in education, WASH, or social infrastructure sectors.

•            Demonstrated experience managing large, complex, multi-stakeholder and high-visibility projects.

•            Proven experience coordinating infrastructure, construction, projects funded by UN agencies or multilateral development banks.

•            Proven experience in contract management, including oversight of construction contracts, performance monitoring, payment certification, and managing contract variations.

•            Experience working in complex operating environments similar to the Democratic Republic of Congo.

•            Familiarity with UNICEF, World Bank or other international development partner standards is an asset.

Language requirements

•            Fluency in French

•            Working knowledge of English

Education:

• Masters in Public health data Analysis or related field
• PhD in Health Data Analysis will be an added advantage

Work Experience:

• At least 5 years in public health program data handling
• Experience working with HIV/STI/Hepatitis data, within partner funded programmes
• Demonstrated experience in and led the program assessments/Data quality exercise, (data collection tools design, data management, and analysist)
• Demonstrated experience in working with data to feed into the “WHO Triple Eliminations” validation for elimination processes
• Worked with DHIS 2 data entry and updating the related dashboards.
• Experience in engaging with government officials and multiple stakeholders.

Language requirements

• English and Setswana

Knowledge/Expertise/Skills:

• Excellent reviewing and technical analysis skills
• Excellent analytical and report writing skills
• Excellent in use of statistical analysis tools ( excel, SPSS, STATA, Epi-Info or related packages)
• Excellent communication skills
• Time management skills