Gender Specialist

Contract

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The link between security, humanitarian and development issues around the Lake Chad Basin, a consequence of an intractable extremist insurgency, has left tens of thousands dead, around 2.5 million displaced and over 10 million people affected and in need. Although robust national and multinational military operations have made it possible in Nigeria to recapture certain territories previously controlled by two factions of Boko Haram (JAS and ISWAP), or to improve security in territories prone to Boko Haram incursions, in Niger, Chad and Cameroon, a comprehensive approach is necessary to consolidate these achievements and create the conditions to move from a humanitarian assistance situation to the resumption of development processes in the provinces targeted by this facility. This facility is focused on the following results: • Immediate stabilization of specific areas, recently released from Boko Haram control or recently secured, as the case may be, but where communities remain vulnerable to infiltration and continued attacks by terrorist groups; and • The launch of stabilization activities in states, regions and provinces affected by Boko Haram activities, thanks to support for the implementation of the regional stabilization strategy of the Lake Chad Basin Commission.

The promotion of gender equality by UNDP covers a range of actions relating to management systems, internal capacities, working environment, knowledge management, programs / projects, partnerships, and results / impacts. But ensuring progress in these seven areas cannot be achieved without the availability of a dedicated staff member to support the project in deploying the necessary efforts and monitoring those efforts.

Within the delegated authority and under the supervision of Head of Stabilization projet or his/her designated mandated representative(s), the UN Volunteer Gender Specialist will

1. Management and / or board support to the Project Management • Actively participate in the project management team, the program coordination team and other key country office teams ensure the strategic inclusion of gender in all activities of the country office, with a view to gender certification Seal; • Be the focal point with the gender team of the UNDP Regional Center for Africa to receive thematic guidance and be up to date on gender policies, strategies and orientations; • In collaboration with sector colleagues and under the direction of the Head of Stabilization Services Center , participate in the planning and monitoring of the use of the budget allocated to gender in sectoral and intersectoral interventions; • Provide technical commentary and review on gender components in speeches, project / program documents from a gender perspective.
2. Program development and planning (including crisis contexts) • Lead and / or support evidence-informed program planning on gender, incorporating robust measurement and evaluation of results - especially in the case of Country Program development and mid-review. journey ; • Provide technical leadership on gender mainstreaming in country programming phases, including strategic planning, especially in the context of CPD, ROAR, PQAs, PTAs and mid-term reviews; • In collaboration with sector colleagues, identify areas of interest for gender programs and women's political participation with the greatest potential for impact and scale, in accordance with country / regional priorities. • Collaborate with sector counterparts to integrate robust gender indicators and measures into initiatives, proposals and advocacy efforts in programs and policies, and help develop gender sensitive theories of change.
3. Program management, monitoring and execution of results (including crisis contexts) • Provide technical support in the identification of indicators, measurement and performance monitoring with regard to gender mainstreaming and targeted gender priorities, in collaboration with the program teams (the Gender Committee of the office, the Gender and Sensitization Officer of the VBG (gender-based violence) of the Support Project for the institutions of the penal chain and the gender champions of the office); • Lead intersectoral collaboration and coordination on key programmatic gender outcomes, ensure coherence, maximize synergies and efficiency in the use of resources and delivery of results; • Support the strengthening of data and collection systems, as well as accountability mechanisms to monitor and evaluate progress made on gender results; • Support high quality reporting on gender results and a semi-annual performance review of specified results in relation to the SDGs; • Work in close collaboration with colleagues in charge of monitoring and evaluation in order to effectively integrate the collection, monitoring and analysis of data as well as the production of reports on program results indicators and benchmarks, gender performance; • Support and strengthen the quality of research and evidence on gender-related programs, by providing the latest learning and knowledge in the field of gender and development, and by setting up a coherent and well-prioritized research program by agreement with the Learning Committee and Management; • Oversee the planning and implementation of gender reviews and ensure that gender review recommendations are integrated into the Project Program strategy and action plans; • Actively represent the Project and UNDP within competent coordination bodies at inter-agency level and the national part (thematic gender group or other networks, GBV sub-cluster with the Gender Officer of the Criminal Chain Project), participate as a member steering committees and ensure close oversight of joint inter-agency programs.
4. Provide substantive contributions able to create partnerships and support the resource mobilization strategy: • Provide substantive contributions to resource mobilization strategies; analyze and maintain information and databases; • Prepare relevant documents such as project summaries, conference proceedings, speeches, donor profiles; • Participate in donor meetings and public information events as a delegate.
5. Provide quality inputs to advocacy and communication objectives: • Develop information documents, briefs and presentations related to the activities of the Women, Peace and Security component; • Coordinate and organize advocacy campaigns, events, trainings, workshops and sharing and knowledge tools; • Coordinate the development of knowledge management methodologies and products on the activities of the Women, Peace and Security component.
6. Innovation, knowledge management and capacity building • Initiate the documentation and sharing of country-level experience in gender programming and lessons learned, which will be shared with the internal network and external partners and used for South-South cooperation; • Represent the gender section at sectoral, national and regional network meetings, and ensure that best practices in gender programming, in accordance with UNDP principles, are highlighted in these forums; • Bring best practices in gender programming and measurement to the attention of senior management and sector colleagues, as well as the regional gender advisor and gender staff at the AC ; • Support and conduct innovative research on gender at the national level; • Support the regional gender advisor in advancing the technical and research capacity of staff, offices and national gender programs to continue building evidence for programming and ensuring continued capacity. on gender at country office level; • Support management and HR in the development of systems, tools and processes that enable staff members and external partners to improve their understanding and adoption of gender-sensitive behaviors and support the implementation of the GAP.

• Accountability Respect for diversity Professionalism • Integrity • Teamwork and respect for diversity • Commitment to continuous learning • Planning and organizing • Communication • Flexibility • Genuine commitment towards the principles of voluntary engagement, which includes solidarity, compassion, reciprocity and self-reliance; and commitment towards UNDP’s mission and vision, as well as to the UN Core Values.

of professional work experience at the national and/or international level in Gender equality, or Women’s empowerment, or other relevant programmes; experience with the United Nations is an asset, as is experience working in the UN or other international development organization; Experience in capacity building and gender responsive budgeting approach, SDG-5, design, planning, implementation, monitoring and evaluation of programs focused on women's empowerment and gender promotion; Experience in working with state institutions for the promotion of gender and gender equality and the empowerment of women; Experience in advocacy for the promotion of gender, through dialogue and networking with relevant partners (Government, Civil Society, Technical and Financial Partners); Experience in program management, ability to lead high level working groups and analysis, advice, synthesis and writing. Experience working with the United Nations System on the promotion of gender equality would be an asset.Excellent oral and written skills; excellent drafting, formulation, reporting skills; Accuracy and professionalism in document production and editing; Excellent interpersonal skills; culturally and socially sensitive; ability to work inclusively and collaboratively with a range of partners, including grassroots community members, religious and youth organizations, and authorities at different levels; familiarity with tools and approaches of communications for development; Ability to work and adapt professionally and effectively in a challenging environment; ability to work effectively in a multicultural team of international and national personnel; Solid overall computer literacy, including proficiency in various MS Office applications (Excel, Word, etc.) and email/internet; familiarity with database management; and office technology equipment; Self-motivated, ability to work with minimum supervision; ability to work with tight deadlines;

N’Djamena is an expensive city. Finding good accommodations remains a challenge. However, there are several supermarkets where local and foreign goods are available and expatriates frequent a few restaurants offering Lebanese, Chinese, French and other foods. R&R every 8 weeks. Chad is a country with a high incidence of malaria. The use of mosquito nets is strongly recommended. Vaccination from yellow fever is compulsory. Other vaccinations such as meningitis and hepatitis B are also recommended. Basic medicines are available in pharmacies, but it is recommended to bring your specialized medicines.

Chad is a unique country and is a unique (humanitarian) operation. It provides for an interesting and enriching environment, but also requires a mature level of cultural awareness, as well as more stamina and commitment than elsewhere to make life comfortable and affordable. Therefore, flexibility and the ability and willingness to live and work in harsh and potentially hazardous conditions, involving physical hardship and little comfort, are essential.