UNDP is currently recruiting for Gender specialist in Nigeria, … In view of the foregoing, there is a need for the leadership of the UNCT to effectively coordinate the gender response of all agencies in a coherent manner in order to maximize benefits and efficiency as well as minimize potential pitfalls. This will act as a platform for joint analytical work and harmonized programming on gender equality as a development priority, as currently, harmonization mechanisms on gender equality, joint analytical work and pooling of resources for gender equality as well as regular monitoring and evaluation are fragmented within the UN System in Nigeria.
2011 UNDP Careers in Nigeria,Gender specialist
Duties:
In order to effectively achieve the above stated objectives, the service of national consultant is required. Under the supervision of the UN Women, and in close co-operation with the Office of the UN Resident Coordinator, the Consultant will:
- Evaluate efforts of the UN and progress to date on mainstreaming gender effectively.
- Examine the mandate of various UN Agencies and articulate a strategy/ design a mechanism to reinforce the role of UN Women as the leading agency on Gender.
- Develop an effective Gender Mainstreaming mechanism for the UN System in Nigeria (drawing on findings from this assignment, including consultations with key informants)
- Design a reporting framework that will ensure accountability from other agencies to UN Women in line with UN General Assembly resolution A/RES/64/589 adopted 2 July 2010.
- Assess the impact of the Joint Programming on Gender equality: Progress, challenges, sustainability and way forward.
Document this assessment including recommendations for improvement
Skills :
2011 UNDP Careers in Nigeria,Gender specialist
- Coordination, Harmonization, Alignment, and Monitoring of gender programming within the UN System with time frame and cost on Gender developed
- Experience in programme coordination and implementation
- Strong communication and writing skills
Qualification/Requirements
2011 UNDP Careers in Nigeria,Gender specialist
Advance degree in social sciences with current and relevant experience in practice or research in the area of Gender Equality and women empowerment.
Experience
- 5 years of professional experience, including in-depth knowledge of programming on gender equality, with Profound knowledge of women’s rights, gender issues and gender analysis in Nigeria
- Experience in programme coordination and implementation
- Previous work with UN Agencies and/or civil society organizations will be an advantage.
- Strong communication and writing skills in English are required.
2011 UNDP Careers in Nigeria,Gender specialist
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