Consultant to develop and roll out Gender Transformative Tool Kit

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United Nations Population Fund (UNFPA)

  • Career category: Programme/ Project design & management
  • Job type: Consultancy
  • Experience level: 5-10 years
  • Organisation type: Inter-governmental
  • Remote option: No
  • Right to work requirements: Anyone can apply
  • Remuneration: Remuneration not disclosed
  • Deadline: 31/05/2026
  • Location: Syria
Gender equality and Social inclusion (GESI) Generic (e.g. 'gender focal point' role
How you can make a difference:
UNFPA is the lead United Nations agency for delivering a world where every pregnancy is intended, every childbirth is safe, and every young person's potential is fulfilled. The UNFPA Strategic Plan for 2026-2029 articulates the organization’s response to a complex global environment, providing a roadmap for resilience and renewal. It is designed to accelerate the implementation of the Programme of Action of the International Conference on Population and Development (ICPD) and the achievement of the Sustainable Development Goals by 2030. This mandate is pursued through a focus on four interconnected outcomes: ending the unmet need for family planning; ending preventable maternal deaths; ending gender-based violence and harmful practices; and adapting to demographic change through evidence and rights-based policies. 


Job Purpose:

Objectives of the Consultancy:
  • Develop a comprehensive, context-specific Gender Transformative Toolkit, including practical guidance, gender audit tools, and monitoring mechanisms, informed by consultations and existing evidence. 
  • Strengthen the capacity of CSOs and WLOs to apply gender-transformative approaches through tailored training tools, and ongoing technical support, using the newly developed tool kit. 
  • Support selected organizations in developing and implementing Organizational Gender Action Plans aligned with the Gender Transformative Tool kit. 
  • Enhance the institutionalization of gender-responsive and gender-transformative systems, policies, and practices to enhance women’s leadership, participation, and influence in humanitarian action and recovery processes.
  • Enhance organizational ability to address the root causes of gender inequality, including prevention of gender-based violence and promotion of women’s mental health and psychosocial well-being.

Qualifications and Experience: 

  • Master’s degree in gender studies, social sciences, development studies, or related fields.
  • Minimum of 5 years of professional experience in the gender field. 
  • Proven knowledge of gender equality frameworks, the Syrian context, and UNFPA’s mandate. 
  • Previous experience in developing gender-related framework and gender mainstreaming training materials 
  • Experience in delivering training and capacity building for organizations. 
  • Strong qualitative research and analytical skills. 
  • Experience working with UN agencies or international organizations is desirable.
  • Excellent writing and communication skills in English and Arabic. 

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