[Hiring] Gender Expert - Fortified Complementary Food @UNIDO

Role Description

The Africa Trade Competitiveness and Market Access (ATCMA) Programme – ECOWAS Component aims at sustainably increasing intra-African and EU-Africa trade. The programme is implemented jointly by UNIDO and the International Trade Centre (ITC).

• Conduct a comprehensive gender analysis of target value chains and geographical areas within the ECOWAS region.
• Identify structural, regulatory, normative and market-related barriers affecting women and youth-owned and led enterprises.
• Formulate actionable recommendations to advance women’s economic empowerment and equal participation.
• Work under the guidance of the UNIDO Lead Programme Manager and collaborate closely with the Industrial Development Expert.

Qualifications

• Advanced university degree (Master’s or equivalent) in gender studies, social sciences, international development, or a related field.
• Minimum 5 years of professional experience in gender analysis and women’s economic empowerment.
• Demonstrated experience applying gender-responsive or gender-transformative approaches.
• Excellent analytical and report writing skills in English; working knowledge of French is desirable.
• Experience in African region or similar socio-economic contexts is an asset.

Requirements

• Demonstrated experience in developing gender-responsive or gender-transformative indicators.
• Experience with EU-funded programmes is desirable.
• Ability to work in a multicultural environment is desirable.

Benefits

• Opportunity to contribute to sustainable industrial development.
• Engagement with diverse stakeholders across the African region.
• Professional development through collaboration with UNIDO and ITC.

Company Description

The United Nations Industrial Development Organization (UNIDO) promotes industrial development for poverty reduction, inclusive globalization, and environmental sustainability. UNIDO’s mission is recognized in the 2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development and the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs).