Key Performance Indicators

• Timely and quality programme design and inputs to Strategic Note;
• Timely and quality of programme delivery in line with budget and workplans, and in line with all UN Women operational rules and regulations, including security;
• Timely and quality monitoring and evaluation of programmes;
• Relations with partners and stakeholders;
• Quality reports and timely submission.
• Regular communication with other agencies and partners;
• Quality of advocacy and communication initiatives.

Competencies :

Core Values:

• Integrity;
• Professionalism;
• Respect for Diversity.

Core Competencies:

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

Please visit this link for more information on UN Women’s Values and Competencies Framework:

Functional Competencies

• Substantial previous experience in working with government organs, donors, civil societies, and women’s rights organizations
• Demonstrated strong co-ordination and facilitation skills
• Strong communication skills (oral and written)
• Results oriented, flexible, and problem-solving skills
• Demonstrates substantive knowledge and understanding of women’s political empowerment issues
• Demonstrates substantive knowledge and experience in the provision of coordinated support and management of rights-based programmes aiming to advance gender equality and women’s empowerment
• Demonstrate ability to think conceptually and analytically
• Ability to assess knowledge needs, prepare learning plan and guide application of newly acquired skills
• Commitment and skills in promoting national ownership of programming
• Ability to guide partners in planning, results-based management and reporting

Education and certification

• Master’s degree or equivalent in social sciences, human rights, gender/women’s studies, international development, or a related field is required.
• A first-level university degree in combination with two additional years of qualifying experience may be accepted in lieu of the advanced university degree.
• Management certification would be an added advantage

Experience

• A minimum 7 years of relevant work experience in the area of human rights, governance or development of which at least two years of professional experience in program/project implementation
• Experience in the implementing programmes for women’s political empowerment is a strong advantage
• Experience in implementing multi-partner programmes, and proven experience in partnership building and networking
• Strong facilitation, training, and interpersonal skills
• Knowledge of M & E of programmes, proven advocacy, analytical and writing skills

Language Requirements

• Fluency in English is required
• Knowledge of the other UN official working language is an asset;

Statements :

In July 2010, the United Nations General Assembly created UN Women, the United Nations Entity for Gender Equality and the Empowerment of Women. The creation of UN Women came about as part of the UN reform agenda, bringing together resources and mandates for greater impact. It merges and builds on the important work of four previously distinct parts of the UN system (DAW, OSAGI, INSTRAW and UNIFEM), which focused exclusively on gender equality and women’s empowerment.

Diversity and inclusion:

At UN Women, we are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive environment of mutual respect. UN Women recruits, employs, trains, compensates, and promotes regardless of race, religion, color, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, ability, national origin, or any other basis covered by appropriate law. All employment is decided on the basis of qualifications, competence, integrity and organizational need.

If you need any reasonable accommodation to support your participation in the recruitment and selection process, please include this information in your application.

UN Women has a zero-tolerance policy on conduct that is incompatible with the aims and objectives of the United Nations and UN Women, including sexual exploitation and abuse, sexual harassment, abuse of authority and discrimination. All selected candidates will be expected to adhere to UN Women’s policies and procedures and the standards of conduct expected of UN Women personnel and will therefore undergo rigorous reference and background checks. (Background checks will include the verification of academic credential(s) and employment history. Selected candidates may be required to provide additional information to conduct a background check.)