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  • Posted: Feb 27, 2023
    Deadline: Mar 10, 2023
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    UNDP has been in Nigeria since the country became independent in 1960 providing capacity building and policy development support to the Federal Government of Nigeria in areas of Governance & Peace Building, Inclusive growth and Sustainable Development. UNDP continues to support, the government in the preparation of the second National Implementation P...
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    National Consultant to Conduct a Gender Responsive Assessment of the Maritime Sector in Nigeria

    Duties and Responsibilities

    Under the guidance of the Deputy Country Representative, and working closely with the Programme Specialist WEE, the Consultant is expected to perform the following tasks:s:

    • Desk review: A desk review of relevant literature and documents will be conducted to gather information on the current status of gender equality in the sector and identify the key challenges faced by women and men in the sector. This will include a review of national and international policies and frameworks, as well as reports and studies on gender issues in the sector, especially relating to gender gaps, gender policies, strategies, plans and budgets, Women's participation in decision making and policy making, gender-based violence, corporate social responsibility, etc.
    • Stakeholder interviews: Key stakeholders in the sector, including government officials, industry representatives, and civil society organizations, will be interviewed to gather their perspectives and insights on gender issues in the sector. These interviews will be conducted in person or via telephone or video conference, depending on the availability and preference of the stakeholders.
    • Focus group discussions: Focus group discussions with workers in the sector, including both women and men, will be conducted to gather detailed information on the experiences and challenges faced by workers in the sector. These focus groups will be conducted in various locations across the country to ensure a diverse and representative sample.
    • Survey: A survey will be conducted to gather quantitative data on the experiences and challenges faced by workers in the sector. The survey will be administered online or through paper questionnaires, depending on the preference and accessibility of the participants.
    • Data analysis: The data collected through the desk review, stakeholder interviews, focus group discussions, and survey will be analyzed using appropriate statistical techniques to identify patterns and trends. The findings will be used to identify the barriers and constraints faced by women in the sector and the policies and practices that impact gender equality in the sector.
    • Report preparation: A comprehensive report will be prepared based on the findings of the assessment, including a summary of the current status of gender equality in the sector, the challenges faced by women and men, and the policies and practices that impact gender equality. The report will also include recommendations for addressing gender-related issues in the sector and promoting the empowerment and advancement of women in the sector.
    • Perform any other task as directed by the Country Representative

    Usage of findings:

    • The report will be used to seek programmatic interventions to address gender-related issues that do not align with the SDGs and hinder the sector's growth and development. Methodology
    • The consultant will develop a detailed methodology to guide the mapping and assessment exercise.

    Report should:

    • Contain an executive summary (mandatory)
    • Be analytical (both quantitative and qualitative)
    • Be structured around the key issues/entry points highlighted above and related findings.
    • Include identified opportunities, challenges, a plan of action/strategy, and recommendations.

    Competencies

    Core Values / Guiding Principles

    • 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.
    • Cultural sensitivity and valuing 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.

    Functional Competencies

    • Excellent methods for content analysis of large bodies of qualitative information.
    • Demonstrates outstanding skilled knowledge of qualitative data analysis methods.
    • Demonstrates excellent ability to prioritize and focus research questions to produce relevant and useful recommendations.
    • Objectivity and ability to analyze large datasets in short period.
    • Excellent knowledge and technical skills on corporate social responsibility.
    • Excellent written and verbal communication skills, particularly to summarize complex findings and convey complex achievements in clear results language.
    • Produces timely, quality outputs.
    • Strong skills in data presentation.
    • Excellent understanding of international development issues and knowledge of the UN system

    Required Skills and Experience

    Education:

    • Master’s degree or equivalent in areas related to Social Sciences, Economics, International Development, Law, Management science or related field.
    • Practical skills in survey and research analysis or applied statistical data.

    Experience:

    • A minimum experience of 10 years of relevant professional work experience in areas such as business research, business development and management, public relations, and human resource.
    • Proven experience in conducting qualitative and quantitative research or studies.
    • Sound experience in conducting gender-related programming, especially private sector financing of gender equality and empowerment of women.
    • Ability to speak and write in a clear and gender-sensitive language.
    • Familiarity with the UN system and knowledge of UN Women.

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    National Consultant to Conduct a Mapping and Assessment of Services (Health, Education, Finance, Space for Development, Technology) Provided for Women and Girls in Nigeria

    Duties and Responsibilities

    Under the supervision of the Programme Specialist, WEEGRP, and working closely with the Deputy Country Representative, the Consultant is expected to perform the following tasks:

    • Develop an inception report that outlines the mapping methodology and data collection tools.
    • Conduct a comprehensive mapping exercise of all existing services and resources provided by UN Agencies, Development Partners, and Public Institutions, related to health, education, gender-based violence, economic opportunities, finance, technologies, and safe spaces for inclusive development provided for women and girls in Nigeria.
    • Assess and document the presence, scope, and impact of all identified actors providing these services, including their location, objectives, and target populations.
    • Identify duplications, gaps, and overlaps in services provided by different actors.
    • Inform the design and implementation of future gender-responsive services and programs in Nigeria by presenting recommendations based on the mapping findings.
    • Develop a final report that highlights the mapping findings and recommendations for promoting transparency and accountability of all actors involved in providing gender-responsive services.
    • Develop a PowerPoint presentation to summarize the findings and recommendations of the report.
    • Perform any other task as directed by the Country Representative.

    Usage of findings:

    • The report will be used to seek programmatic interventions to address coordination gaps and enhance access to gender-responsive services and resources for women and girls in Nigeria.

    Methodology

    The consultant will develop a detailed methodology to guide the mapping and assessment exercise.

    Report should:

    • Contain an executive summary (mandatory)
    • Be analytical (both quantitative and qualitative)
    • Be structured around the key issues/entry points highlighted above and related findings
    • Include identified duplications, gaps, and overlap in the provision of services, a plan of action/strategy, and a recommendation

    Competencies

    Core Values / Guiding Principles:

    • 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.
    • Cultural sensitivity and valuing diversity: Demonstrate an appreciation of the multicultural nature of the organization and the diversity of its staff. Demonstrate an international outlook, appreciating differences in values and learning from cultural diversity.
    • Functional Competencies:
    • Excellent methods for the content analysis of large bodies of qualitative information.
    • Demonstrates outstanding skilled knowledge of qualitative data analysis methods.
    • Demonstrates excellent ability to prioritize and focus research questions to produce relevant and useful recommendations.
    • Objectivity and ability to analyze large datasets in a short period.
    • Excellent knowledge and technical skills on corporate social responsibility.
    • Excellent written and verbal communication skills, particularly to summarize complex findings and convey complex achievements in clear results language.
    • Produces timely, quality outputs.
    • Strong skills in data presentation.
    • Excellent understanding of international development issues and knowledge of the UN system

    Required Skills and Experience

    Education:

    • Master’s degree or equivalent in areas related to Social Sciences, Economics, International Development, Law, Management science, or related field.
    • Practical skills in the survey and research analysis or applied statistical data.

    Experience:

    • A minimum experience of 10 years of relevant professional work experience in areas such as business research, business development and management, public relations, and human resource.
    • Proven experience in conducting qualitative and quantitative research or studies.
    • Sound experience in conducting gender-related programming.
    • Ability to speak and write in a clear and gender-sensitive language.
    • Familiarity with the UN system and knowledge of UN Women.

    Language:

    • Excellent oral and written English skills 

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    National Consultant to Conduct a Gender Responsive Assessment of the Mining Industry in Nigeria

    Duties and Responsibilities

    Under the guidance of the Deputy Country Representative, and working closely with the Programme Specialist WEE, The assessment will be conducted using a mixed-methods approach, including both qualitative and quantitative data collection and analysis. The following methods will be used.

    • Desk review: A desk review of existing literature and data on the mining industry in Nigeria, including reports, articles, and policy documents, will be conducted to gather background information and to identify key issues and challenges related to gender and the mining industry, especially relating to gender gaps, gender policies, strategies, plans and budgets, Women's participation in decision making and policy making, gender-based violence, corporate social responsibility, etc.
    • Stakeholder consultations: Consultations with key stakeholders, including policymakers, industry leaders, civil society organizations, and community representatives, will be conducted to gather their perspectives on the challenges faced by women and men in the mining industry and their views on strategies for addressing these challenges.
    • Field visits: Field visits to mining sites and communities in Nigeria will be conducted to gather first-hand information on the working conditions, health and safety issues, and social and economic impacts of the mining industry.
    • Focus group discussions: Focus group discussions with women and men working in the mining industry and with community members affected by mining activities will be conducted to gather their views and experiences.
    • Surveys: Surveys will be conducted with a representative sample of women and men working in the mining industry and with community members affected by mining activities to gather quantitative data on the challenges faced by women and men and the impact of the mining industry on the local community.

    Usage of findings:

    It is expected that the finds will provide:

    • Better understanding of the gender dynamics within the mining industry in Nigeria and the challenges faced by women and men.
    • Recommendations for addressing the challenges faced by women and men in the mining industry, including strategies for promoting gender equality and social inclusion.
    • Increased awareness among stakeholders, including policymakers, industry leaders, and civil society organizations, of the challenges faced by women and men in the mining industry and the need for gender responsive interventions.
    • Capacity enhancement for stakeholders to implement gender responsive strategies and policies in the mining industry.
    • An opportunity for women to participate in leadership positions and employment opportunities in the industry.
    • A monitoring action plan with indicators to measure success of actions

    The consultant will develop a detailed methodology to guide the mapping and assessment exercise.

    Report should:

    • Contain an executive summary (mandatory)
    • Be analytical (both quantitative and qualitative)
    • Be structured around the key issues/entry points highlighted above and related findings
    • Include identified opportunities, challenges, a plan of action/strategy, and recommendations.

    Competencies

    Core Values / Guiding Principles

    • 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.
    • Cultural sensitivity and valuing 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.
    • Functional Competencies
    • Excellent methods for content analysis of large bodies of qualitative information.
    • Demonstrates outstanding skilled knowledge of qualitative data analysis methods.
    • Demonstrates excellent ability to prioritize and focus research questions to produce relevant and useful recommendations.
    • Objectivity and ability to analyze large datasets in short period.
    • Excellent knowledge and technical skills on corporate social responsibility.
    • Excellent written and verbal communication skills, particularly to summarize complex findings and convey complex achievements in clear results language.
    • Produces timely, quality outputs.
    • Strong skills in data presentation.
    • Excellent understanding of international development issues and knowledge of the UN system

    Required Skills and Experience

    Education:

    • Master’s degree or equivalent in areas related to Social Sciences, Economics, International Development, Law, Management science or related field.
    • Practical skills in survey and research analysis or applied statistical data.

    Experience:

    • A minimum experience of 10 years of relevant professional work experience in areas such as business research, business development and management, public relations, and human resource.
    • Proven experience in conducting qualitative and quantitative research or studies.
    • Sound experience in conducting gender-related programming, especially private sector financing of gender equality and empowerment of women.
    • Ability to speak and write in a clear and gender-sensitive language.
    • Familiarity with the UN system and knowledge of UN Women.

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