National Consultant for Care Economy - Remote Position

About the Role

UN Women is seeking a National Consultant for Care Economy and Women’s Employment in Crisis Settings - Remote. This role is pivotal in enhancing women's economic empowerment in crisis settings, particularly in Gaza. As a National Consultant, you will conduct a focused assessment of the care economy, contributing to impactful projects that align with UN Women’s mission of promoting gender equality.

What You'll Do

• Conduct evidence-based assessments of the care economy in Gaza, focusing on women's economic empowerment.
• Support data collection and stakeholder engagement to gather insights on care roles.
• Contribute to the design and implementation of programming recommendations based on your findings.
• Collaborate with local and international consultants to enhance project outcomes.
• Document shifts in care roles due to conflict and crisis, providing valuable data for analysis.
• Analyze care needs and gaps in Gaza to inform policy recommendations.
• Support the operationalization of UN Women’s guidance on care in crisis settings.
• Facilitate access to local networks and stakeholders to strengthen project impact.
• Prepare reports and knowledge products based on your findings to share insights with stakeholders.

Requirements

• Master’s degree in economics, gender studies, or social sciences.
• Minimum of 2 years of experience in gender equality and women’s economic empowerment.
• Experience in primary data collection in complex environments.
• Strong analytical and communication skills, with the ability to synthesize data effectively.
• Fluency in English and Arabic is required.
• Familiarity with humanitarian programming and UN mechanisms is essential.
• Networking skills and knowledge of the Palestinian context are highly desirable.
• Experience with women-led organizations is a plus.
• Project management certification is advantageous.

Nice to Have

• Experience in international development projects.
• Knowledge of gender-sensitive programming.
• Strong writing skills for report preparation.

What We Offer

• Opportunity to work with UN Women and contribute to gender equality initiatives.
• Engagement in impactful projects in crisis settings.
• Collaboration with international experts in the field.
• Flexibility in work location, allowing for a remote work environment.
• Professional development opportunities to enhance your skills and career.