Core Values: 

• Respect for Diversity 
• Integrity 
• Professionalism 

Core Competencies: 

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

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https://www.unwomen.org/en/about-us/employment/application-process#_Values 

FUNCTIONAL COMPETENCIES: 

• Excellent strategic planning, goal-setting and prioritization skills;
• Ability to conceptualize and convey strategic vision;
• Proven analytical and problem-solving skills;
• Strong data analysis and visualization skills including advanced skills in the use IT tools
• Strong interpersonal skills
• Strong writing and communication skills

Under the direct supervision of the Regional Gender Statistics Specialist  at UN Women ECARO and with the support of the Global Women Count team at UN Women HQ, an international consultant will work closely with International Data Analyst and will be in charge of producing the “Taking stock of gender equality in Europe and Central Asia 30 years after Beijing: The Gender Snapshot” for the purpose of assessing the progress made so far to implement Beijing Declaration and Platform of Action, as well as SDGs and remaining gaps from the gender perspective in the region.

The scope of work for the assignment will include the following tasks:

• Conceptualize and develop an annotated outline for the sub-regional snapshot report to ensure coherence of the overall product as well as its individual chapters, building on relevant UN Women guidance and sample publications.
• Coordinate and guide the work of the International data analyst to review the datasets, including those from the UN Global SDG Database and other global, regional, and national sources, as well as to understand key trends and areas of progress.
• Draft the main narrative of the gender snapshot, synthesizing the data analysis into a clear, well-structured storyline that highlights gender disparities, progress, and challenges related to Beijing +30 areas of concern and SDG targets.
• Collaborate with the Data Analyst to seamlessly incorporate visual elements such as graphs, tables, and key messages into the narrative, ensuring they enhance the overall message.
• Submit the first draft of the narrative to UN Women for review and feedback.
• Revise and refine the draft based on feedback, ensuring that both the narrative and visual elements are coherent, compelling, and aligned with the report’s objectives.
• Provide support for visualization of key findings/data, and lay-out of the printable version of the report in collaboration with the Programme and Knowledge Management Consultant and ECARO programme and communication teams.

Consultant’s Workplace and Official Travel

This is a home-based consultancy. 

Education and Certification:

• Advanced (Master’s) degree or equivalent in Statistics, Demography, Gender Studies, Social Science or another related field.

Experience:

• Minimum 10 years of experience in designing and executing gender data research projects, preferably related to SDGs.
• Proven track record of producing high-quality and data driven research publications, preferably in the area of gender equality.
• Previous working experience with UN agencies is an asset.
• Knowledge of Europe and Central Asia region and its statistical challenges is a strong asset.

Languages:

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

How to Apply

• Personal P11

Only applicants who complete and upload a filled in Personnel History Form will be reviewed.

All applications must include (as an attachment) the completed UN Women Personal History form (P-11) which can be downloaded from: https://www.unwomen.org/sites/default/files/Headquarters/Attachments/Sections/About%20Us/Employment/UN-Women-P11-Personal-History-Form.doc. Kindly note that the system will only allow one attachment. Applications without the completed UN Women P-11 form will be treated as incomplete and will not be considered for further assessment.

• A cover letter (maximum length: 1 page)

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