[Hiring] International Consultancy for The Global Accelerator on Decent Jobs and Social Protection for Just Transitions @UN Women

Role Description

This assignment will be undertaken under Activity 1.7 Ensure gender equality and non-discrimination at work.

Description of intervention:

• Discrimination occurs when a person is treated less favorably than others due to characteristics unrelated to their competencies or job requirements.
• According to the ILO Convention No.111, discrimination includes:
  • Direct discrimination: less favorable treatment based on prohibited grounds.
  • Indirect discrimination: neutral situations that result in unequal treatment for certain groups.
• Women face discrimination at all levels, impacting their ability to access and progress in employment.
• Examples of discrimination include:
  • Promotions based on available hours.
  • Pay increases tied to hours of service.
  • Lower minimum wage levels in female-dominated sectors.
  • Lower wages for informal homeworkers compared to time-rate workers.
• All workers have the right to equal treatment, and freedom from discrimination is a fundamental human right.
• The consultant will assess legislative frameworks and develop proposals for implementation.

Deliverables

• Work plan and methodology developed - due by July 15
• Desk review conducted - due by July 30
• Report with findings drafted and revised based on comments - due by August 10

Consultant’s Workplace and Official Travel

This is a home-based consultancy. No travel is envisaged within this assignment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Legal, Political or Social Science, Economics, International Development studies, Gender/Women's Studies, or relevant areas.
• Minimum 5 years of proven experience in developing concept papers, policy documents, methodologies, and guidelines.
• Extensive experience in labour relations, decent work, macroeconomics, and gender equality.
• At least 5 years of demonstrated expertise in women’s economic empowerment.
• Strong knowledge and professional experience in the Europe and Central Asia (ECA) Region.
• Computer literacy (MS Word, MS Excel, MS Power Point).
• Proficient in written and spoken English.

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

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 based on 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.

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