Purpose of consultancy:

The purpose of this consultancy is to provide programmatic support to the Gender and Human Rights Unit. The specific responsibilities are as
outlined below:

• Develop six (6) Gender and Human Rights related concept notes and for funding.
• Provide programmatic support to the GHR unit in the delivery of key projects assigned, including drafting of donor reports in accordance with guidance provided by the unit head.
• Participate in the child marriage Phase III programme design work sessions and compile programming strategic interventions for the unit.
• Participate in the UN system as well as national and international initiatives to identify opportunities for GHR unit.
• Draft technical briefs on gender and human rights as required.
• Review, analyze and mainstream gender into CO documents as at when necessary.
• Perform any other duties as required by the Gender Team Lead.

Required expertise, qualifications and competencies, including language requirements:

A minimum of 5 years’ experience in gender and development, focusing on human rights, inclusion and social norms/social protection, partnerships and resource mobilization.
Advanced degree in Social Sciences, preferably in Gender, Sociology, demography, anthropology, public health, human rights, or Population, including economics and data analysis/qualitative research.

Ability to manage multiple workflows, thrive in a fast-paced work environment, adaptability is essential, must be a team player with a positive, enthusiastic and self-motivated attitude. Professional and personal ethos, integrity and solutions-oriented mind-set and fluency in English required.