UNDP Jobs - 94513- Gender Specialist

Gender Specialist

Location :

Amman, JORDAN

Type of Contract :

Individual Contract

Starting Date :

25-Oct-2020

Application Deadline :

22-Oct-20 (Midnight New York, USA)

Post Level :

International Consultant

Duration of Initial Contract :

30 working days over a period of four months

Languages Required :

Arabic English

Expected Duration of Assignment :

30 working days over a period of four months

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

Kindly note that this vacancy is opened for both national and international consultants.

To apply for this consultancy assignment, please check below link to veiw the terms of reference and other documents.

https://procurement-notices.undp.org/view_notice.cfm?notice_id=71115

Duties and Responsibilities

Please chceck below link

https://procurement-notices.undp.org/view_notice.cfm?notice_id=71115

Competencies

Demonstrate integrity by modelling UN values and ethical standards;
Displays cultural, gender, religion, race, nationality and age sensitivity and adaptability;
Treats all people fairly without favouritism.

Required Skills and Experience

Education and Experience

Advanced degree or minimum 10 years of working experience in social science, environment, development and climate change context, working on policy issues of gender inequality and climate change is preferable.
Demonstrated knowledge and experience on different gender responsive tools and approaches and applying them effectively at institutional and project levels.
Strong understanding of the gender context in Jordan.
Good experience with government institutions, international or NGOs supporting gender equality

Skills and Competencies

Excellent technical and analytical writing skills;
Proven communication and facilitation skills with varied stakeholders and audiences;
Strong written and oral communication skills (in both English and Arabic languages);