Lead experts on Gender action learning system (GALS)

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Background

UN Women in Kyrgyzstan is a strong advocate for improving the lives of women and girls in the country. Building on the vision of equality enshrined in the UN Charter, we are working to enhance women's leadership; the elimination of violence against women; involving women in all aspects of decision making; economic empowerment of women.

UN Women in Kyrgyzstan prioritizes initiatives and programs in areas fundamental to achieving equality for women and finding ways of progress for both women and men. At the moment, the country office supports programs throughout the country, which are aimed at: expansion of economic rights and opportunities for women; elimination of violence against women; peace, security and gender mainstreaming in humanitarian action.

In 2023 UN Women Kyrgyzstan Country office commenced the programme funded from the Central Asia - UK Conflict Stability and Security Fund project “Women in Batken lead social cohesion for peace and development”. The project is focused on capacity building of women activists and communities and creating a conducive environment for their participation in strategic level decision-making at family, community and local self-governance levels as a basis for restoration of social cohesion and sustaining peace in 3 target LSGs of Batken province in Kyrgyzstan. The goal of the project is empowering women and communities affected by border conflict to participate in, and benefit from enhanced social cohesion and sustained peace in target communities of Batken province.

The project goal is in line with the ongoing project implemented by UN Women in Batken province since January 2023 based on UN Women agreement with UN Peacebuilding Fund (PBF). It aims at capacity building of Women led CSOs and creating a conducive environment for their participation in strategic level decision-making, leading towards sustaining peace in Kyrgyzstan.

Within this JP UN Women is seeking to hire Lead experts on Gender action learning system (GALS) who will work under the overall supervision of National Program Officer and direct supervision of the Project Manager. The Expert will be responsible for (1) leading GALS for CSOs, (2) Conduct a 3-module ToT on 5 tools for 36 participants in Batken province.

Duties and Responsibilities

Under direct supervision of Community development specialist and overall guidance of Project Manager, the Lead Expert on Gender Action Learning System (GALS) will lead GALS process for CSOs including couching, analysing and adopting the learning system, and, in partnership with co-trainer, will conduct training needs assessment, tailor training materials and conduct 11-days GALS training of trainers (TOT) for 36 plus participants in Batken province:

I.Carry out the preparation of the GALS TOT content (development of the ToT module) (1 day):

- Study the context of the pilot communities and the project concept;

- Develop a ToT programme and a retreat for the GALS Champions;

- Adapt the methodology/tools to the project context;

- Prepare pre-post tests for evaluation of ToT results;

- Prepare evaluation checklist for ToT participants;

II.Conduct a 3-module ToT on 5 tools together with a reflection sessions for GALS Champions (11 days in total); Provide follow up online mentorship sessions for GALS Champions in support of community level GALS sessions conducted by GALS champions (based on the schedule of online mentorship sessions)

III. Develop analysis, debriefing and documentation of results of 3-module ToT and reflection sessions (2 days)

- processing and analysis of pre-post tests, score sheets;

- analysis of ToT results;

- Preparation of analytical report and recommendations;

IV. Review of progress of GALS process at community level through application of participatory tools (Happy

Family Review):

a) 3 months after the start of the GALS process in communities (4 days). Preparation of an analytical report on the results of the review (2 days).

b) 6 months from the start of the GALS process in communities. Preparation of analytical report on results of the review (2 days).

V. Online consultation for GALS champions ( 9 days).

VI. Conduct reflection workshop for CSOs and community activists on GALS process as a whole, by applying a new tool of GALS – “Happy family review”

VII. Update/develop GALS training manual for CSOs

VIII. Prepare training report that summarizes key insights and recommendations resulting from the TOT, mentorship sessions and reflection workshop.

Timeframe, payments and deliverables

The payments will be made in KGS after the deliverables are submitted in accordance with ‘Deliverables Plan’, accepted and approved by UN Women. The Experts shall provide a report on deliverables with all necessary attachments describing the scope of work performed over the period for which the instalment is paid:

Deliverables

Number of days

Target Date

Amount

• Developed of the ToT module:

- ToT programme and a retreat for the GALS

- Template of pre-post tests for evaluation of ToT

- Template of evaluation checklist for ToT participants;

2

20 July 2023

20%

• 3-module ToT on 5 tools together with a retreat for GALS Champions (11 days), including:

- concept of the ToT

- necessary materials for the ToT sessions,

- agenda,

- handouts,

- presentations,

- and other supplies

• Online mentorship sessions for GALS champions ( 9 days).
• Analysis, debriefing and documentation of results of 3-module ToT and reflection sessions (2 days)

- processing and analysis of pre-post tests, score sheets;

- analytical report on ToT results, including

16

20 November 2023

40%

• Review of progress of GALS process at community level by applying Happy Family Review tool:

• 3 months after the start of the GALS process in communities (4 days). Preparation of an analytical report on the results of the review (2 days).

• 6 months from the start of the GALS process in communities (4 days). Preparation of an analytical report on the results of the review (2 days).

• Reflection workshop for CSOs on GALS process by applying new tools of GALS – “Happy family review” (2 days* 2 time)

• Developed GALS training manual for CSOs (9 days)
• Reflection session for CSOs on GALS training manual for CSOs (2 days*2 time)
• Presentation GALS training manual for CSOs (3 day, including preparation and reporting)
• Final report including:

a) a summary of the findings

b) analysis of the identified capacities, needs and solutions of participating CSOs on applying innovative tools

c) recommendations of opportunities to further strengthen the capacities and engagement of CSOs

42

10 March 2024

40%

Per expert

60 days

Inputs

• UN Women will provide access to UN Women Office during working hours to print relevant documents or whenever required to work on-site at any point during the assignment
• UN Women will provide logistical support to organize interviews with project beneficiaries, when and if required to develop communication products (stories, interviews)

UN Women will provide all logistical arrangement for participants during GALS trainings and reflection workshops: venue, meal, stationary, transport.

Duration of Assignment:

The expected duration of the Experts is to be 60 working day throughout from 20th July 2023 till 20th March 2024.

Competencies

Core Values:

Integrity:

• Demonstrate consistency in upholding and promoting the values of UN Women in actions and decisions, in line with the UN Code of Conduct.

Professionalism:

• Demonstrate professional competence and expert knowledge of the pertinent substantive areas of work.

Respect for Diversity:

• Demonstrate an appreciation of the multicultural nature of the organization and the diversity of its staff.
• Demonstrate an international outlook, appreciating difference in values and learning from cultural diversity.

1. Core Competencies:

Ethics and Values:

• Demonstrate and safeguard ethics and integrity.

Organizational Awareness:

• Demonstrate corporate knowledge and sound judgment.

Development and Innovation:

• Take charge of self-development and take initiative.

Work in teams:

• Demonstrate ability to work in a multicultural, multi-ethnic environment and to maintain effective working relations with people of different national and cultural backgrounds.

Communicating and Information Sharing:

• Facilitate and encourage open communication and strive for effective communication.

Self-management and Emotional Intelligence:

• Stay composed and positive even in difficult moments, handle tense situations with diplomacy and tact, and have a consistent behaviour towards others.

Conflict Management:

• Surface conflicts and address them proactively acknowledging different feelings and views and directing energy towards a mutually acceptable solution.

Continuous Learning and Knowledge Sharing:

• Encourage learning and sharing of knowledge.

Appropriate and Transparent Decision Making:

• Demonstrate informed and transparent decision making.

Required Skills and Experience

Required Skills and Experience

Education:

• Higher education in the social sciences or in relevant area. Specialized training on GEWE issues is an advantage

  Experience and knowledge:

• At least 5 years of proven experience on designing and facilitating of participatory training workshops and developing training guidelines preferably in Kyrgyzstan context

• Experience of applying social innovation approach as GALS; strategic thinking in the field of social development preferably in the field of GEWE programming.
• Experience of working on Gender Equality and Women Empowerment especially in Kyrgyzstan Context

• Experience of working with United Nations or with other international organisations is an advantage.

  Language and IT Requirements:

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills in Russian, Kyrgyz, knowledge of English is an asset.

• Knowledge and skills of relevant computer applications of MS Office applications (Word, Excel, Power Point). Internet communications (Zoom, Skype, email) and command is required.

Application procedure:

Applications should be sent by 23:59 on 19 July 2023 and include the following documentation package:

- P-11 form including experience in similar assignments. This form can be downloaded at https://www.unwomen.org/en/about-us/employment/application-process (UN Women Personal History Form (P11)

• Financial proposal, indicating a total lump sum to include all costs relating to the delivery of activities as per above description

Financial proposal format:

#

Item

Unit cost in KGS

Number of units

Total cost in KGS

1

Daily fee rate

2

Other related costs (to be specified)

TOTAL

Please note that the financial proposal is all-inclusive and shall take into account various expenses incurred by the consultant during the contract period (per diem, air ticket and other). The financial proposal should be provided in KGS. If the proposal is provided in any other currency, it would be converted as per UN exchange rate on the date of post closure.

Evaluation of applicants

The candidates will be evaluated in three stages: according to minimum qualification criteria; technical and financial evaluation.

The candidates must possess following minimum qualification criteria to be eligible for further technical evaluation:

• Higher education in the social sciences or in relevant area. Specialized training on GEWE issues is an advantage

• At least 5 years of proven experience on designing and facilitating of participatory training workshops and developing training guidelines preferably in Kyrgyzstan context

• Experience of applying social innovation approach as GALS; strategic thinking in the field of social development preferably in the field of GEWE programming.
• Experience of working on Gender Equality and Women Empowerment especially in Kyrgyzstan Context
• Experience of working with United Nations or with other international organisations is an advantage.

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills in Russian, Kyrgyz, knowledge of English is an asset.

• Knowledge and skills of relevant computer applications of MS Office applications (Word, Excel, Power Point). Internet communications (Zoom, Skype, email) and command is required.

The selection of candidates:

Technical evaluation criteria (including minimum qualifications):

Nr.

Criteria

Maximum points

1.

Higher education in the social sciences or relevant. Specialized training on GEWE issues is an advantage

10

2.

At least 5 years of proven experience on designing and facilitating of participatory training workshops and developing training guidelines preferably in Kyrgyzstan context

10

3.

Experience of applying social innovation approach as GALS; strategic thinking in the field of social development preferably in the field of GEWE programming.

10

4.

Experience of working on Gender Equality and Women Empowerment especially in Kyrgyzstan Context

10

5.

Experience of working with United Nations or with other international organisations is an advantage.

10

6.

Excellent written and verbal communication skills in Russian, Kyrgyz, knowledge of English is an asset.

10

7.

Knowledge and skills of relevant computer applications of MS Office applications (Word, Excel, Power Point). Internet communications (Zoom, Skype, email) and command is required.

10

Maximum total technical scoring:

70

Only candidates who have passed over the minimum qualification criteria and have accumulated at least 65 points out of maximum 70 under technical evaluation will qualify for the next stage i.e. evaluation of their financial proposals.

Evaluation of financial proposal

Financial proposal should include daily rate and field trip cost.

Financial evaluation will be conducted according to the method described below:

The maximum number of points assigned to the financial proposal is allocated to the lowest price proposal. All other price proposals receive points in inverse proportion.

A suggested formula is as follows: p=30 (µ/z)

Where:

p - points for the financial proposal being evaluated;

µ - price of the lowest priced proposal;

z - price of the proposal being evaluated

The candidate achieving the highest cumulative score for both Technical and Financial evaluations will be recommended by the Evaluation Committee for contracting.

Winning candidate

The candidate achieving the highest cumulative score for both Technical and Financial evaluations will be recommended by the Evaluation Committee for contracting.

The Consultant shall promote a client-oriented approach consistent with UN Women rules and regulations and commits to high standards of quality, productivity and timeliness in the delivery of tasks. The volunteer will meet and apply the highest standards of integrity and impartiality.

The volunteer must be fully dedicated to the mandate and the values of UN Women, particularly to promoting Gender Equality as a strategy to reduce conflict, improve livelihoods and ensure fairness and justice; to Women Empowerment underpinning Gender Equality promotion efforts; to inter-ethnic tolerance and concord; and to respect for diversity.

All applications must include (as an attachment) the completed UN Women Personal History form (P-11) which can be downloaded from

https://www.unwomen.org/sites/default/files/Headquarters/Attachments/Sections/About%20Us/Employment/UN-Women-P11-Personal-History-Form.doc Kindly note that the system will only allow one attachment.

Applications without the completed UN Women P-11 form will be treated as incomplete and will not be considered for further assessment. Only shortlisted candidates will be notified.

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 is committed to diversity and inclusion within its workforce, and encourages all candidates, irrespective of gender, nationality, religious and ethnic backgrounds, including persons living with disabilities, to apply to become a part of the organization.

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.)

Applications without the completed P-11 form are incomplete and will NOT be considered for further assessment!

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