UNDP/ UN WOMEN: EVAWG AND ADVOCACY CONSULTANT

Background:

UN WOMEN office in Bosnia and Herzegovina (BiH) was established in 2008 to provide support to governmental and non-governmental partners to implement existing international and national commitments to women’s rights and gender equality. Through its projects and programs, the office provides technical assistance to duty bearers as well as rights holders, nourishes networking and exchange of good practices and advocates for women’s rights and gender equality in all areas of life.

Competencies:

  • Curious and inquisitive approach to explore new programmatic areas and opportunities
  • Ability to perform coherently a variety of tasks
  • Very good analytical and writing skills
  • Advocacy ability, presentation skills, excellent interpersonal and communication skills
  • Ability to take initiative, to be flexible and work effectively in multi-cultural teams
  • Consistently approaches work with energy and a positive, constructive attitude
  • Remains calm, in control and good humoured even under pressure
  • Ability to work independently as well as part of a team
  • Demonstrates commitment to UN WOMEN mission, vision and values

Required Skills and Experience:

Qualifications/Requirements:

  • Masters Degree in gender studies, international development, education or other field related to gender equality.
  • Oral and written fluency in English, knowledge of the local language is an asset
  • At least six years of experience working with international organisations, government agencies or NGOs in the fields of:
  - Gender equality and/ or addressing violence against women and girls.
  - Various aspects of advocacy work and communications as well as social mobilisation towards ending violence against women and girls
  - Experience working with UN agencies is an asset
  • Research experience with proven adaptive and creative research skills
  • Affinity with international development and/or the Western Balkan region

Duration of Initial Contract: 01 September  2012 – 31 August  2013
Expected Duration of Assignment: 12 months


Deadline:  29 July 2012

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