UNDP Jobs - 46277- Expert on Gender and Trade

Expert on Gender and Trade

Location :

Manama, BAHRAIN

Type of Contract :

Individual Contract

Starting Date :

01-Jun-2014

Application Deadline :

29-May-14 (Midnight New York, USA)

Post Level :

International Consultant

Duration of Initial Contract :

14 Days (Home-Based)

Languages Required :

English

Expected Duration of Assignment :

UNDP is committed to achieving workforce diversity in terms of gender, nationality and culture. Individuals from minority groups, indigenous groups and persons with disabilities are equally encouraged to apply. All applications will be treated with the strictest confidence. UNDP does not tolerate sexual exploitation and abuse, any kind of harassment, including sexual harassment, and discrimination. All selected candidates will, therefore, undergo rigorous reference and background checks.

Background

In 2010, UNDP launched its flagship initiative the Gender and Economic Policy Management Initiative (GEPMI), a capacity development programme which aims to accelerate the achievement of the MDGs by making economic policies and poverty reduction strategies deliver results equitably to women and men, girls and boys. This programme was designed by UNDP to provide policy makers and development practitioners with the skills and knowledge needed to identify and address gender biases in the economic sectors, and effectively plan, implement, monitor and evaluate development policies, strategies, programmes and projects that are responsive to gender equality. To date, GEPMI has been implemented in Africa, Asia and the Pacific and will soon roll out in the Arab States Region.

UNDP Bahrain, the University of Bahrain and UNDP Gender Team have established a partnership to launch and implement all GEPMI projects and programmes in the Arab States.

In spring 2012 UNDP reached an agreement with the University of Bahrain to implement the three components of GEPMI in the Arab States (GEPMI - Arab States). An initial task in implementing GEPMI–Arab States is to revise the modules of the Short Course in order to make them relevant for the Arab States region. Once completed, the revised Short Course can move forward to a Validation Workshop, which will identify the final changes that need to be made to the modules prior to the delivery of the first Training of Trainers Workshop.

Duties and Responsibilities

Based on in-depth knowledge and experiences, the International consultant on a specific term agreement with the UNDP GEPMI Team will develop a module on Gender and Trade. This TOR incorporates the detailed note and suggested work plans for the development of the modules, more information will be provided to the selected consultant.
The scope of tasks to be undertaken will be agreed upon with the International consultant covers, but may not be limited to:

The module will integrate gender and trade and tackle Gender as a key factor in the complex relationship between trade, growth and development and will include:
Trade as an activity of economic exchange has a long history that far precedes its regulation within World Trade Organization (WTO);
Analysis of the gendered impacts of trade agreements underscores the critical links between trade and both the production and reproduction spheres.
Trade has an impact on gender equality; topics on trade related agreements, TRIPS, GATS trade agreement and MEAs;
There are many approaches to gender and trade this module should incorporate these approaches highlight the gendered impact of trade, as trade policies affect men and women differently due to gender inequalities in access to and control of economic and social resources and decision-making;
The module needs to discuss all cross cutting edges of trade and gender and link the different role played by men and women in the trade industry.
The module should reflect on the meaning of trade and trade policies, and explore the importance of trade in the overall process of development;
The consultant should be able to develop a module that look at gender in the context of trade, revisiting gender trade and growth concepts, and the historical context of trade, WTO, DDA, and the whole multilateral trading system.
The module should address the gender impact by sector and highlight examples of trade agreement relevant to the region;
The module will highlight gender and trade activities regionally and globally exploring the Arab states, multilateral trading system, cross-border trade, and development planning and trade policy.
The consultant may propose and develop additional region specific problems or focus areas for the Module;.
The consultant should insure that the module is adapted internationally and regionally with coherent arguments and language that fit well through the arch of short course, and accommodate the different experiences of oil and resources producing countries.

Competencies

Technical Competencies

The consultant should ensure that the modules are developed in the requested time frame;
The consultant should submit an outline, and review relevant literature;
The consultant should keep an update on the flow of the work;
The consultant should perform a professional task and comply with the requirement of the assignment;
Finally the consultant communicates to the UNDP/GEPMI the final draft of the modules according to the timeline and deliverables appeared in the contract.

Functional competencies:

Excellent communication skills; including
The ability to convey complex concepts and recommendations, in writing, in a clear and persuasive style tailored to match different audiences;
Demonstrates professional competence and is conscientious and efficient in meeting commitments, observing deadlines and achieving results.

Corporate competencies:

Demonstrates integrity and fairness by modelling UN values and ethical standards;
Displays cultural, gender, religion, race, nationality and age sensitivity and adaptability.

Required Skills and Experience

Education:

A masters or similar degree in economics, social sciences or gender studies, preferably a PhD, with knowledge on women studies, gender and related fields in conjunction with economics and sociology.

Experience:

More than 10 years relevant work experience in economic and gender issues with a particular demonstrated track record in publishing and teaching;
Knowledge of the UN System, UNDP and UN Women’s priorities and mandates is highly desirable.

Language Requirements:

Fluency in written and spoken English. Arabic language is desirable.

Documents to be included when submitting the proposals:

Interested individual consultants must submit the following documents/information to demonstrate their qualifications:

Presentation of Offer:

Proposal: Explaining why they are the most suitable for the work;
Provide a brief methodology, outline and/or design for the module;
Financial proposal;
Personal CV including past experience in similar projects/assignments and at least 3 references;
Financial Proposal;
Lump sum contracts.

The financial proposal shall specify a total lump sum amount, and payment terms around specific and measurable (qualitative and quantitative) deliverables (i.e. whether payments fall in installments or upon completion of the entire contract). Payments are based upon output, i.e. upon delivery and acceptance of the modules as specified in the TOR.

Evaluation:

The proposals would undergo the cumulative analysis, as per the below given table, with 70% weightage to the technical criteria and 30% to the financial aspect.