Join UN Women as a Policy Advisor for Gender in Fragility and Crisis in New York, USA!

Join UN Women as a Policy Advisor for Gender in Fragility and Crisis in New York, USA! This is your opportunity to make a significant impact on gender equality and contribute to vital initiatives in fragile and crisis-affected settings. Bring your expertise to a dynamic team dedicated to empowering women and promoting their rights on a global scale. Be a part of the change—apply now!

Job Information for the Policy Advisor for Gender in Fragility and Crisis

• Job Identification: 23402
• Posting Date: 01/24/2025, 04:34 PM
• Apply Before: 02/08/2025, 06:59 AM
• Job Schedule: Full time
• Location: New York, United States
• Agency: UNDP
• Grade: P5
• Vacancy Type: Fixed Term
• Practice Area: Gender
• Bureau: Bureau for Policy and Programme Support
• Contract Duration: 1 Year
• Education & Work Experience:
  • Master’s Degree with 10 years of experience
  • OR Bachelor’s Degree with 12 years of experience
• Required Languages: Demonstrate fluency in written and spoken English
• Desired Languages: Show working knowledge of another UN language
• Vacancy Timeline: 1 Week
• Mobility Required: Yes

Duties and Responsibilities of the Policy Advisor for Gender

Strategic Leadership, Policy, and Advisory Support

1. Lead Programme Development and Resource Mobilization
   • Provide expertise and strategic advice to Crisis Bureau thematic teams, the CB gender champions network, Regional Bureaux, and Country Offices, enhancing programming through joint pilots with UN Women.
   • Take the lead on resource mobilization efforts for the Crisis Bureau’s initiatives in the Gender and Crisis space, coordinating with other CB teams to maximize impact.
   • Identify funding opportunities while preparing funding proposals and creating donor briefings to support these initiatives.
   • Strengthen portfolios focused on Governance, Rule of Law, and Peacebuilding; Disaster Risk Reduction and Recovery for Resilience; and Crisis Readiness, Response, and Recovery.
   • Additionally, support UNDP’s efforts to fulfill various commitments outlined in UN Security Council Resolution 1325.
   • Oversee the annual reporting process on Women, Peace, and Security (WPS) to the Secretary General, including contributions to the SG’s 7-point action plan and the Compact on WPS and Humanitarian Action.
   • The Policy Advisor for Gender and Fragility in Crisis will also Lead the documentation of crisis-relevant best practices by contributing to the Annual Report on the implementation of the Gender Equality Strategy and engaging with the UNDP Gender Steering Implementation Committee (GSIC).
   • Moreover, coordinate UNDP’s participation in the Commission on the Status of Women, the Open Debate on UN Security Council Resolution 1325, and other intergovernmental forums and events.
   • Organize Side Events and engage in outreach and advocacy alongside other thematic teams, bureaus, and across the UN system.
   • Finally, support proposal reviews, including those related to the Peacebuilding Fund and UNDP Funding Windows.

Representation and Partnerships

1. First, represent UNDP in various forums, including the Steering Committee for Women, Peace, and Security (WPS) and the Women’s Peace and Humanitarian Fund.
2. Next, forge strategic partnerships with bilateral, regional, and multilateral partners, including non-New York networks like the IASC Gender Reference Group in Geneva.
3. Additionally, strengthen collaboration with UN entities, particularly UN Women, to enhance interagency coordination and the impact of gender-transformative programming.

Facilitate Knowledge Management and Learning

1. The Policy Advisor for Gender will Regularly contribute to UNDP’s Communities of Practice by co-leading the monthly WPS Coordination Group and engaging with external knowledge networks.
2. Oversee knowledge management and learning activities on gender and crisis issues, aligning these with the UNDP Knowledge Management Strategy.
3. Support capacity building and ongoing learning for Country Offices and Regional Bureaux.
4. Furthermore, ensure the use of gender-related guidance and toolkits for country-level programming in fragile and crisis contexts.

Lead and Manage Team

1. The Policy Advisor for Gender is also expected to Lead a multidisciplinary team, including a Policy Specialist (P4), while setting clear roles and performance expectations.
2. Guide staff in implementing the Team’s Annual Work Plan and foster an inclusive, diverse, and harmonious working environment.
3. Support corporate policies on gender parity and zero tolerance for harassment, while promoting communication among staff.
4. Finally, perform other necessary duties to ensure the efficient operation of the Office and the Organization.

Competencies

Core Competencies

• Achieve Results
  Set and align challenging yet achievable objectives for multiple projects to create a lasting impact.
• Think Innovatively
  Proactively identify and mitigate potential risks while developing new ideas to solve complex problems.
• Learn Continuously
  Create and seize opportunities to broaden horizons and diversify experiences.
• Adapt with Agility
  Proactively initiate and champion change while managing multiple competing demands effectively.
• Act with Determination
  Look beyond immediate tasks and barriers to take decisive actions for achieving greater results.
• Engage and Partner
  Utilize political savvy to navigate complex landscapes and promote inter-agency collaboration.
• Enable Diversity and Inclusion
  Recognize the benefits of a diverse workforce and actively champion inclusivity.

Cross-Functional & Technical Competencies required for the Policy Advisor for Gender Role

• 2030 Agenda: People – Gender
  Focus on Women, Peace, and Security initiatives.
• 2030 Agenda: People – Gender
  Address issues related to Gender and Crisis.
• 2030 Agenda: Engagement & Effectiveness
  Conduct comprehensive crisis assessments as part of Crisis and Fragility Policy and Engagement.
• Business Management: Results-Based Management
  Manage the implementation of strategies, programs, and projects with an emphasis on improved performance and measurable results, leveraging relevant theories and methodologies.
• Business Development: Partnerships Management
  Build and maintain partnerships across a wide network of stakeholders, including governments, civil society, and private sector partners, in alignment with UNDP strategies and policies.
• Business Direction & Strategy: System Thinking
  Employ objective problem analysis to understand interrelated elements within a system and assess how changes to one element can impact others.

Competencies for the Policy Advisor for Gender

Business Management

• Portfolio Management
  Effectively select, prioritize, and control the organization’s programs and projects to align with strategic objectives. Balance change initiatives with business-as-usual operations to optimize return on investment.

Required Skills and Experience

• Education
  Hold an advanced university degree (master’s or equivalent) in Gender Studies, International Development, Social Studies, Economics, Anthropology, or related fields. Alternatively, possess a first-level university degree in these areas, along with two additional years of relevant experience.
• Experience
  • Bring a minimum of ten years of professional experience (with a master’s degree) or twelve years (with a bachelor’s degree) in leading teams and providing policy and program advice on Gender in crisis situations.
  • Have at least five years of recent experience in crisis, post-conflict, transition, or fragile settings.
  • Demonstrate proven experience in incorporating gender perspectives into emergency preparedness, response, and recovery policies and programs.
  • Represent organizations effectively in multi-stakeholder forums and processes, focusing on developing and strengthening networks.
  • Familiarize yourself with the policies and programs of relevant regional and global organizations, including UNDP and the UN System.
  • Exhibit proven experience in resource mobilization.
  • Communicate excellently, showcasing public speaking and published works as valuable assets.
• Language Requirement
  Fluency in written and spoken English is essential, while working knowledge of another UN language is a plus.

Note

Please note that continuance of appointment beyond the initial 12 months depends on successfully completing a probationary period.

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