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[Org. Setting and Reporting](javascript: void(0)) The UN Secretary-General launched on 1 January 2019 a bold and new global reform which repositioned the UN Development System to deliver more effectively and efficiently with the achievement of the 2030 Agenda and the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). As part of this reform, UN Resident Coordinator Offices (UN RCO), under the leadership of an empowered and independent UN Resident Coordinator - the highest-ranking official of the UN Development System and Representative of the UN Secretary-General at country level - support countries in the achievement of their development priorities and the attainment of the SDGs.  The position is located in the United Nations Resident Coordination Office (RCO) in Yemen and reports to the Senior Development Coordination Officer, Strategic Planning and RCO Team Leader.   [Responsibilities](javascript: void(0)) Within delegated authority, the Development Coordination Officer / Economist will be responsible for the following duties, which will be refined while developing a workplan:  Summary of Functions 1. Plans, facilitates and consolidates evidence-based analysis of the status of the Sustainable Development Goals (SDG), providing substantive advice to the Resident Coordinator (RC) and the United Nations Country Team (UNCT), particularly on elements pertaining to the economic transformation agenda (including green and just transition, digital transformation and the future of work) and SDG financing. 2. Advocates and supports RC's and UNCT's advocacy efforts for the creation of strong partnerships within the UN System, with national counterparts in government and other relevant partners, including International Financial Institutions (IFIs), to support the reframing of economic policies and practices around economic transformation and SDG financing. 3. Coordinates the development by the UNCT of a new generation of an integrated SDG programming cycle (including development of roadmaps, Common Country Analysis (CCA) and UN Sustainable Development Cooperation Framework (UNSDCF), UN Joint Programmes, as well as Annual Reports and others) that advances the economic transformation agenda and outlines a clear approach to SDG financing in programming countries. 4. Plans and directs knowledge generation and management around the economic transformation and SDG financing agendas, in support of a shared understanding by the UNCT of sustainable development trends, challenges and opportunities in programme countries. 5. Provides analysis from the market identifying trends, gaps, challenges, and how the Yemen economy behaves, through building strong partnership with the local business community, and relevant stakeholders.  Description of Functions:  1. Plans, facilitates, and consolidates evidence-based analysis of the status of the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), providing substantive advice to the RC and UNCT, particularly on elements pertaining to the economic transformation agenda (including green and just transition, digital transformation and the future of work) and SDG financing:  • Researches, analyzes, consolidates, and presents information and data on emerging best practices in economic transformation for sustainable development, including green and just transition, digital transformation and the future of work, among others; paying special attention to gender and leave no one behind (LNOB) principles. • Provides advice on global/corporate guidelines, tools and other materials related to economic transformation and SDG financing. • Works with UNCT counterparts to create common, convergent and coherent key advocacy topics related to sustainable economic transformation and SDG financing, helping identify and analyze entry points for catalytic and consolidated UN policy support options, to enable the transition to more efficient, low-carbon and resilient production and consumption patterns, maximizing social, environmental and economic outcomes that impact the implementation of multiple SDGs and their targets, with proposed 'accelerator interventions' that can help unlock and accelerate progress towards sustainable development; • Collects and analyzes data on UN country level operations in support of the implementation of the economic transformation agenda and SDG financing, identifies gaps and proposes follow-up actions; • Working in close collaboration with the UNCT, researches, develops and presents policy papers, guidance notes and other knowledge based-tools, and supports discussion in country-level forums to help influence and advance policy dialogue and advocate to reframe economic policies and practices around economic transformation to contribute to the achievement of the SDGs; • Coordinates the preparation of UN flagship reports on economic transformation, private sector behaviour in the context of the Yemen economy and development financing, including the analysis of data and the provision of evidence to build the case for policies and interventions on SDGs; • Monitors regional and global economic trends and issues, analyzes their implications for the realization of the SDGs at the country level and recommends additional issues for consideration. • Conducts and consolidates analytical work to strengthen the understanding of the catalytic role of the private sector in the context of green economic transformation and SDG financing; identifying opportunities to create strong partnerships with the private sector as a key stakeholder in the context of economic transformation and green growth. • Analyzes trends and provides advice and support on new and innovative mechanisms for SDG financing, including on global initiatives by the UN and other development institutions. • Provides inputs for briefing papers and discussion/talking points on issues related to SDG financing for consideration by the RC/ the UNCT. • Supports UNCT initiatives to advance SDG financing, including in the context of an Integrated National Financing Frameworks (INFF). • Provides economic analysis and advice as inputs into the cross-pillar (humanitarian-developmentpeace) nexus approaches in country.   2. Advocates and RC's and UNCT's, advocacy efforts for the creation of strong partnerships with the UN system, with national counterparts in government and other relevant partners, including International Financial Institutions (IFIs), to support the reframing of economic policies and practices around economic transformation and SDG financing:  • Fosters peer-exchanges and opens a consistent channel of communication and strong partnerships with economists within the UN System to create and consolidate common, convergent and coherent advocacy opportunities on topics related to economic transformation and SDG financing. • Working in close collaboration with the RCO Partnerships Officer, ensures effective engagement of all relevant counterparts to develop collaboration and partnerships around economic transformation and SDG financing, for example with national planning or economic offices, IFIs, the private sector, etc. • Stays abreast and follows latest developments in analytical work, policy, financial and capacity development support provided by other relevant development partners (including IFIs, bilateral and multilateral partners, academia, the private sector, and others) on topics related to economic transformation and SDG financing and identifies opportunities for collaboration. • Engages with the private sector to strengthen understanding of its potential contribution to the green economic transformation agenda, and to identify private and/or public-private catalytic SDG financing opportunities for the achievement of the SDGs.   3. Coordinates the development by the UNCT of a new generation of an integrated SDG programming cycle (including the development of roadmaps, CCA, UNSDCF, UN joint programmes as well as Annual Reports and others) that advances the economic transformation agenda and outlines a clear approach to SDG financing in programme countries;  • Supports the RC/UNCT in ensuring a strong macroeconomic and SDG financing analysis through an integrated lens in the preparation of the Common Country Analyses and other analytical exercises; • Identifies issues and proposes recommendations for the UNCT on how UN country-level programming around economic transformation and integrated policy responses can be optimized and better respond to sustainable development needs and emerging trends in country; • Guides the development and implementation of the UN Sustainable Development Cooperation Frameworks, ensuring a strong and integrated UNCT engagement on the economic transformation and SDG financing agendas in the country; • Contributes to the UN joint programming to strengthen the formulation of a new generation of UN joint programmes on economic transformation and SDG financing (including those that are supported by the Joint SDG Fund) ensuring that they are oriented towards investment, and have impact at the national level; • Assists UNCT Results Groups in the implementation of joint workplans to ensure SDG-relevant and SDG-responsive UN operational activities for development; • Proposes recommendations to enhance UN support to governmental and multi-stakeholder processes on policy development and capacity development around the economic transformation and SDG financing agendas.   4. Plans and directs knowledge management around the economic transformation and SDG financing agendas, in support of a shared understanding by the UNCT of sustainable development trends, challenges and opportunities in programme countries:  • Promotes collaboration, peer support, innovation, good practices, lessons learned, needs, and opportunities through active participation to local, regional and global communities of practice and knowledge networks within the Resident Coordinator System, across the UN (including the UN Economist Network) and beyond. • Researches, analyzes and presents best practices and lessons learned from implementation of UN policy initiatives and programming around economic transformation, with a view to advising the RC and UNCT on actions to strengthen the policy orientation of the UN; • Monitors and analyzes good practices and successful models for SDG financing implemented by the UN in country and elsewhere, and suggests options for developing these into bankable national SDG investment policies and programmes; • Keeps abreast of emerging innovative approaches in the area of economic transformation and SDG financing, and proposes new ways of working, where relevant; • Reflects on processes of his/ her work area at key milestones, and generates knowledge valuable to others in the RC system/ UN Country Teams.   [Competencies](javascript: void(0)) PROFESSIONALISM: Ability to apply sustainable development theories, concepts and approaches. Ability to identify issues, analyze and participate in the resolution of issues/problems. Ability to conduct data collection using various methods. Conceptual analytical and evaluative skills to conduct independent research and analysis, including familiarity with and experience in the use of various research sources, including electronic resources on the internet, intranet and other databases. Shows pride in work and in achievements; demonstrates professional competence and mastery of subject matter; is conscientious and efficient in meeting commitments, observing deadlines and achieving results; is motivated by professional rather than personal concerns; shows persistence when faced with difficult problems or challenges; remains calm in stressful situations. Takes responsibility for incorporating gender perspectives and ensuring the equal participation of women and men in all areas of work.   PLANNING AND ORGANIZING: Develops clear goals that are consistent with agreed strategies; identifies priority activities and assignments; adjusts priorities as required; allocates appropriate amount of time and resources for completing work; foresees risks and allows for contingencies when planning; monitors and adjusts plans and actions as necessary; uses time efficiently.   COMMUNICATION: Speaks and writes clearly and effectively; listens to others, correctly interprets messages from others and responds appropriately; asks questions to clarify and exhibits interest in having two-way communication; tailors language, tone, style and format to match audience; demonstrates openness in sharing information and keeping people informed.   TEAMWORK: Works collaboratively with colleagues to achieve organizational goals; solicits input by genuinely valuing others' ideas and expertise; is willing to learn from others; places team agenda before personal agenda; supports and acts in accordance with final group decision, even when such decisions may not entirely reflect own position; shares credit for team accomplishments and accepts joint responsibility for team shortcomings.   [Education](javascript: void(0)) Advanced university degree (Master's degree or equivalent degree) in economics. A first-level university degree in combination with two additional years of qualifying experience may be accepted in lieu of the advanced university degree.   [Work Experience](javascript: void(0)) A minimum of seven years of progressively responsible experience in macroeconomic policy, economic research and analysis in the context of development cooperation or related area is required.    Experience working in the Middle East and knowledge of the current regional situation and crisis in Yemen is required.    Knowledge of economies in conflict is required.    Ability to apply development economics theory and specific global agendas/processes to the specific country context and carry out high-quality economic development research is desirable.    Experience developing programmes to achieve Sustainable Development Goals or similar strategic development objectives in a country setting is desirable.    Experience with inter-agency or interorganizational collaboration in the development sector is desirable.   [Languages](javascript: void(0)) English and French are the working languages of the United Nations Secretariat. For this job opening, Arabic and English are required. The table below shows the minimum required level for each skill in these languages, according to the UN Language Framework (please consult [https://languages.un.org](https://languages.un.org/) for details).    Required Languages Reading, Writing, Listening, Speaking Arabic: UN Level II English: UN Level II    [Assessment](javascript: void(0)) Evaluation of qualified candidates may include an assessment exercise which may be followed by competency-based interview.   [Special Notice](javascript: void(0)) Appointment against this post is open for an initial period of one year and may be subject to extension subject to legislative body funding availability. Staff members are subject to the authority of the Secretary General and to assignment by him or her. In this context, all staff are expected to move periodically to new functions in their careers in accordance with established rules and procedures.  The United Nations Secretariat is committed to achieving 50/50 gender balance in its staff. Female candidates are strongly encouraged to apply for this position.  Internal Applicants: When completing the form, ensure ALL fields, ALL professional experience and contact information are completed and up-to-date. 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The Asian Infrastructure Investment Bank (AIIB) is a multilateral development bank whose mission is financing Infrastructure for Tomorrow in Asia and beyondinfrastructure with sustainability at its core. We began operations in Beijing in 2016 and have since grown to 110 approved members worldwide. We are capitalized at USD100 billion and AAA-rated by the major international credit rating agencies. Collaborating with partners, AIIB meets clients' needs by unlocking new capital and investing in infrastructure that is green, technology-enabled, and promotes regional connectivity. The Economics Department is responsible for economic analysis in AIIBwhich includes macroeconomic monitoring, analyzing country and sector infrastructure needs, debt sustainability, and project economicsand thought leadership. The department also supports sector and investment strategies in the Bank and produces AIIB's annual flagship publication, Asian Infrastructure Finance. The Economist (Macroeconomics) will conduct research and analysis into macroeconomics and development-related issues, as well as provide country coverage to support the activities of the Bank.   Responsibilities: The postholder's key responsibilities include but are not limited to: - Preparing regular updates and reports on country, regional, and global economic developments. - Conducting economic analyses and research, independently or in teams, as requested, on macroeconomics, development finance, infrastructure, and other pertinent issues. - Leading or assisting in the preparation, publishing, and dissemination of AIIB's analytical reports. - Researching and preparing background material for senior management's engagements, including talking points and speeches, on pertinent economic and infrastructure issues. - Leading or assisting in the organization of workshops, seminars, and roundtables. - Conducting cost-benefit analysis and undertaking project reviews or other project support work, as required. - Collaborating with other departments in select projects or tasks. - Leading or working closely with others on tasks and programs important to the Economics Department, including by engaging internal and external stakeholders (e.g., consultants, think tanks).   Requirements: - Minimum 5-8 years of relevant work experience in large and reputable international organizations or financial or research institutions. Prior experience in infrastructure and development economics or country analysis will be an advantage. - A Master's degree in economics (or equivalent). A doctoral degree in a relevant field in lieu of work experience will also be considered. - Solid understanding of macroeconomics, such as macroanalysis, debt sustainability, macrofiscal and macrofinancial linkages, and key statistics groups (national accounts, trade, industrial production). Keen interest in the global economy, development finance, and other global issues such as climate change and biodiversity. - Experience in assessing country macroeconomic policies in a financial institution, credit rating agency, think tank, or international organization. Familiarity with concepts and methods used by major international financial institutions (IMF, World Bank, etc.) will be an advantage. - Proficiency in common statistical software and data analysis. - High sense of integrity and accountability. - Ability to adapt in dynamic environments. - Demonstrates diligence, intellectual curiosity, a willingness to learn, and the ability to branch out into new areas, along with a collegial spirit, proactive attitude, and the ability to engage and work effectively with others. - Excellent English communication skills, including writing. AIIB is committed to diversity, transparency, and inclusion. We believe our strength comes from having a team with the right diverse skills, experiences, and abilities selected through a merit-based competitive process. We actively encourage applications from people from both within and outside AIIB members, regardless of nationality, religion, gender, race, disability, or sexual orientation. Join in AIIB's mission to promote sustainable infrastructure investments and to improve social and economic outcomes in Asia and beyond. Previous experience and qualifications will determine the grade and job title at which successful applicants will enter AIIB.   How cinfo Can Support You in the Application Process for This Position - Application and Interview Preparation: Whether you're preparing your application documents or getting ready for an interview, you can book a [Job Application Support](https://www.cinfo.ch/en/individuals/get-support/career-support-in-international-cooperation/job-application-support-in-international-cooperation) session to receive tailored guidance. - For Swiss nationals invited to the first round of the selection process (e.g., written test, interview, assessment center): Notify us at recruitment@cinfo.ch, and we will inform our HR partners in the respective organization and the Swiss Government to help increase your visibility. 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Purpose of Job The Principal, Green Specialist, is responsible to drive and support the delivery of SME green agenda, including but not limited to: ESG and ESG Reporting, Green Financing, Circular Economy, Green and Technological Innovation, Supply Chain and Logistics, Green and ESG Related Products. The Principal is responsible to support the teams design and implement green advisory programmes/solutions that offer bespoke business and sustainability advisory services as a part EBRD SME business delivery. The Principal interacts with relevant teams within SME F&D, as well as other teams across the EBRD, particularly with Corporate Sector and Financial Institutions teams. In particular, Green Specialist will work closely with Supply Chain Solution (SCS) team, Non-financial Services (NFS) teams on the green and sustainability aspect of SCS and NFS programs.   Accountabilities & Responsibilities - Support the development and implementation of SME green and sustainability programs and solutions that offer bespoke business and sustainability advisory services including tailored made advisory projects, trainings, and awareness raising activities in EBRD Countries of Operations (COO). - Identify new opportunities for advancing SME green agenda, including but not limited to Climate Change and Environmental Issues such as Circular Economy, Clean and Technological Innovation, Green and ESG Related Products. - Leverage on the EBRD network of partnerships with stakeholders, including financial institutions, corporates, government agencies, and business networks to advance scalable green initiatives that enhance SME access to finance and build skills and capacity, particularly (but not only) in the area of ESG reporting. - Where relevant, provide technical guidance and training to PFIs and / or corporates on best practices, improving internal capacity at the PFI / Corporate level to deliver high-quality green solutions to SMEs that are aligned with the PFI / Corporates overall commercial strategies. - Prepare and deliver assessments and/or impact reports on the outcomes of green interventions to internal and external stakeholders (including donors), highlighting successes and lessons learned to guide decision-making - Participate as a team member of banking projects to drive impactful outcomes for the EBRD clients. - Develop knowledge-sharing resources and products to disseminate both internally and externally best practices on Green. - Track key performance indicators for programmes, frameworks, and transactions involving Green solutions, ensuring implementation teams meet targets and providing support to address any obstacles. - Coordinate with relevant  teams within EBRD to leverage additional resources, expertise, and insights that support green delivery, creating inter-team partnerships that improve programme reach and effectiveness. - Working horizontally across all relevant SME products (Non-Financial Services for PFI, Supply Chain Solutions, Star Venture, Blue Ribbon etc.), the principle is responsible for supporting the SME F&D Group deliver SME green and sustainability programs and projects   Knowledge, Skills, Experience & Qualifications Academic/Professional Qualifications - Bachelor's degree in Environmental Science, Sustainability, Finance, or an equivalent experience or certification in the areas of expertise such ESG/Sustainability. A Master's degree in the field of expertise is preferred.   Experience - Relevant experience, preferably gained from a consultancy organization or IFIF, focused on ESG, green finance, environmental management, or green transformation initiative or similar fields of expertise. - Proven track record of building and maintaining partnerships with stakeholders, particularly financial institutions and Corporates to advance scalable green initiatives. - Experience in providing technical guidance and training to financial institutions and / or corporates on the implementation of green solutions and strategies that improve SMEs' green credentials.    Knowledge& skills - Deep knowledge of SME and corporate sector, with a track record of implementing sustainability solutions and their impact at the enterprise or ecosystem level.   - Knowledge of trends and drivers influencing environmental change in terms of potential impact on enterprises and their environmental practices. - Knowledge of sustainability and environmental regulation, green certifications, sustainability standards and reporting requirements. - Knowledge in energy efficiency, waste reduction, and carbon footprint methodologies. - Excellent knowledge of product development in areas of expertise and excellent project management skills with a track record of design and implementation of impactful development programmes for SMEs. - Capability to design and manage SME development programmes, analyse, monitor, and assess the impact of advisory activities and report on their effectiveness. - Ability to provide guidance to country teams on the implementation of green/sustainability advisory programmes, ensuring alignment with best practices and consistency in delivery. - Excellent interpersonal and collaboration skills to build and maintain relationships with stakeholders - Strong analytical, research and problem-solving skills and ability to innovate and think creatively. - Excellent presentation and negotiations skills. - Strong communication skills, both written and verbal. - Fluency in English, both written and verbal. Fluency in other languages of countries of operations would be an advantage.   General - Demonstrate a knowledge and understanding of the EBRD mandate, passionate about private sector development - Ability to work in teams, cross-departmental and multi-cultural environment. - Ability to establish and maintain healthy working relationship and  to coordinate closely with relevant teams across the bank to ensure full alignment and coordination of joint initiatives or products.   What is it like to work at the EBRD?   Our agile and innovative approach is what makes life at the EBRD a unique experience! You will be part of a pioneering and diverse international organisation, and use your talents to make a real difference to people's lives and help shape the future of the regions we invest in.    The EBRD environment provides you with: - Varied, stimulating and engaging work that gives you an opportunity to interact with a wide range of experts in the financial, political, public and private sectors across the regions we invest in; - A working culture that embraces inclusion and celebrates diversity; - An environment that places sustainability, equality and digital  transformation at the heart of what we do.   Diversity is one of the Bank's core values which are at the heart of everything it does.  A diverse workforce with the right knowledge and skills enables connection with our clients, brings pioneering ideas, energy and innovation. The EBRD staff is characterised by its rich diversity of nationalities, cultures and opinions and we aim to sustain and build on this strength. As such, the EBRD seeks to ensure that everyone is treated with respect and given equal opportunities and works in an inclusive environment. The EBRD encourages all qualified candidates who are nationals of the EBRD member countries to apply regardless of their racial, ethnic, religious and cultural background, gender, sexual orientation or disabilities.  As an inclusive employer, we promote flexible working and expecting our employee to attend the office 50% of their working time.   Please note, that due to the high volume of applications received, we regret to inform you that we are unable to provide detailed feedback to candidates who have not been shortlisted (for further consideration).               ______________________________________________________________________   Important Application Information: Please submit your application only via the official website of the hiring organization or by using the "Apply" button on CinfoPoste, which will redirect you to the organization's application site. 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The Asian Infrastructure Investment Bank (AIIB) is a multilateral development bank whose mission is financing Infrastructure for Tomorrow in Asia and beyondinfrastructure with sustainability at its core. We began operations in Beijing in 2016 and have since grown to 110 approved members worldwide. We are capitalized at USD100 billion and AAA-rated by the major international credit rating agencies. Collaborating with partners, AIIB meets clients' needs by unlocking new capital and investing in infrastructure that is green, technology-enabled, and promotes regional connectivity. The Economics Department is responsible for economic thought leadership and analysis at AIIB, which includes macroeconomic monitoring, analysis of country and sector infrastructure needs, debt sustainability, and project economics. The department is responsible for AIIB's annual flagship publication, Asian Infrastructure Finance. The department also supports investment operations in the Bank. The Head of Project Economics will join the Economics Department and lead a team to conduct rigorous assessments of and/or review the economic viability of projects financed by AIIB. The candidate is expected to work closely with investment teams to support such assessments and reviews as well as provide strong analytical leadership to project-related economic issues.   Responsibilities: The postholder's key responsibilities include but are not limited to the following: - Lead the project economics team in the Economics Department, providing analytical leadership and supporting the department in managing day-to-day processes related to project screening and project approvals. - Support investment teams to conduct in-depth cost benefit analysis (CBA) of infrastructure projects, or critically review the CBA of third parties, in support of AIIB's financing decisions. - Support two to three impact assessment studies per year for AIIB projects. - Support AIIB's or the department's publications. - Build up the suite of analytical capacity in the Bank, especially around projects and sector-level economics. - Contribute to the network of research. - Provide guidance to the team, and support the growth of junior economists. - Perform any other assignments as required by senior management.   Requirements: - Advanced university degree, preferably a Ph.D., in economics. The candidate is expected to have a good track record of research, including quantitative work, on development issues. - Minimum 8-10 years of relevant professional experience. Good knowledge of practices in various international financial institutions will be welcomed. - Strong knowledge of the methodologies of project assessments and in-depth knowledge on infrastructure sectors will be welcomed. - Strong people skills and ability to work with a diverse, multicultural team. - Excellent command of oral and written English. - Candidates with a track record of working in international organizations or international think tanks on similar functions will be preferred. AIIB is committed to diversity, transparency, and inclusion. We believe our strength comes from having a team with the right diverse skills, experiences, and abilities selected through a merit-based competitive process. We actively encourage applications from people from both within and outside AIIB members, regardless of nationality, religion, gender, race, disability, or sexual orientation. Join in AIIB's mission to promote sustainable infrastructure investments and to improve social and economic outcomes in Asia and beyond. Previous experience and qualifications will determine the grade and job title at which successful applicants will enter AIIB.   How cinfo Can Support You in the Application Process for This Position - Application and Interview Preparation: Whether you're preparing your application documents or getting ready for an interview, you can book a [Job Application Support](https://www.cinfo.ch/en/individuals/get-support/career-support-in-international-cooperation/job-application-support-in-international-cooperation) session to receive tailored guidance. - For Swiss nationals invited to the first round of the selection process (e.g., written test, interview, assessment center): Notify us at recruitment@cinfo.ch, and we will inform our HR partners in the respective organization and the Swiss Government to help increase your visibility. "Important Application Information: Please submit your application only via the official website of the hiring organization or by using the "Apply" button on CinfoPoste, which will redirect you to the organization's application site. Applications submitted through other job portals will not be forwarded to the respective organization and will not be considered. To ensure your application reaches the right destination, always follow the official application process as indicated in the job posting."

Background: UN Women, grounded in the vision of equality enshrined in the Charter of the United Nations, works for the elimination of discrimination against women and girls; the empowerment of women; and the achievement of equality between women and men as partners and beneficiaries of development, human rights, humanitarian action and peace and security. According to the UN Women global Strategic Plan 2026–2029, UN Women will advance women's economic empowerment by tackling structural barriers and discriminatory laws, policies, social norms and practices that prevent equal participation and benefits from the economy. UN Women will scale up efforts to promote gender responsive macroeconomic policies, strengthen women's rights and access to resources, and enhance their economic agency and autonomy. As per the Americas and the Caribbean regional strategy, UN Women Regional Office for the Americas and the Caribbean in Panama has identified a number of sectors and issues as priority falling into the thematic of economic empowerment of UN Women's Strategic Plan, to include supporting efforts towards ensuring a gender approach in processes aimed towards the adoption and localization of the Sustainable Development Goals (SDG), the development of macroeconomic enabling environments for gender equality, women's economic rights; care systems; female poverty eradication, gender responsive budgeting; equal employment and decent work for women and men; ensuring women access and command over resources; promoting women's entrepreneurship and the relation with the private sector.  UN Women supports the Tlatelolco Commitment approved by Member States of the Economic Commission for Latin America and the Caribbean (ECLAC), participating in the XVI Regional Conference on Women in Latin America and the Caribbean (LAC), which establishes a decade of action (2025-2035) in Latin America and the Caribbean to accelerate the achievement of substantive gender equality and the care society through political, economic, social, cultural and environmental transformations. According to UN Women Strategic Note 2026 – 2029 for the Americas and the Caribbean, UN Women will work to increase subnational and national capacity, to design and strengthen comprehensive care systems and advance the right to care, in line with the Tlatelolco Commitment 2025–2035, promoting social co-responsibility and the effective participation of women in all their diversity and of caregivers, especially those facing multiple discriminations and racism. Reporting to the Deputy Regional Director, the Policy Specialist, Economic Empowerment will oversee the development of programmes and resource mobilization strategies on the thematic areas of gender equality and women's economic empowerment, provide capacity building to non-physical presences, country offices and multi-country office in the region, establish and strengthen partnerships, and develop relevant knowledge products on economic empowerment and care. The incumbent leads a team of 10 people, including direct reports as well as affiliate personnel.   Key Functions and Accountabilities: 1. Oversee and support the development of regional and country programmes on gender equality and women's economic rights and care: - Oversee the development of regional and country programme documents on gender equality and women's economic empowerment and care in line with the Tlatelolco Commitment and its decade of action. - Support for the design, implementation, and development of policies, strategies, and action plans for Comprehensive Care Systems. - Provide advice on contextualizing / localizing programme documents, country strategies, and knowledge products; - Coordinate proper monitoring and reporting on gender equality and women's economic rights in collaboration with programme teams.   2. Provide capacity building support to Non-Physical presences (NPP) / Country Office (CO) / Multi Country Office (MCO) teams and partners: - Provide substantive technical and policy support to NPPs, COs and MCO programme teams in developing and strengthening projects/ programmes; - Develop, implement and monitor capacity building initiatives; - Provide technical support to partners on implementation of gender equality and women's economic empowerment programmes and initiatives; - Provide technical policy advice to programme/ project managers/ specialists in the region.   3. Establish and strengthen strategic partnerships with stakeholders, regional and international actors and development partners - Build and maintain alliances and strategic partnerships for the advancement of gender equality and women's economic empowerment; - Build and maintain close liaisons with relevant donors and other actors supporting efforts towards gender equality and women's economic empowerment; - Production of periodic updates and briefs on regional/country development situations to be used by stakeholders, CO and HQ; - Maintain close contact with relevant staff in UN Women HQ.   4. Manage the resource mobilization strategy for women's economic empowerment in the region: - Participate in the implementation, monitoring and periodic updating of the resource mobilization strategy on women's economic empowerment; - Provide support to field-based presences in the region in mobilizing resources for the implementation of women's economic initiatives; - Research and analyze information on donors; prepare substantive briefs on possible areas of cooperation.   5. Oversee the design of gender equality and women's economic rights initiatives in the region and the development of relevant knowledge products: - Provide policy recommendations and guidance to strategic planning and positioning on women's economic empowerment and care; - Work closely with and provide advice to regional, national bodies and interagency groups that influence national policies related to gender equality and women's economic rights and where necessary represent UN Women; - Research, develop and present analytical reports, research papers, briefing notes, background papers, summaries, correspondence, and knowledge products on gender equality and women's economic empowerment; - Identify promising practices, technical expertise, and strategic opportunities on women 's economic empowerment; - Identify and disseminate lessons learnt and good practices in collaboration with country offices; - Ensure technical skills and knowledge are shared within and among RO/NPPs/COs/MCO.   6. The incumbent performs other duties within their functional profile as deemed necessary for the efficient functioning of the Office and the Organisation.   Competencies : Core Values: - Integrity; - Professionalism; - Respect for Diversity. Core Competencies: - Awareness and Sensitivity Regarding Gender Issues; - Accountability; - Creative Problem Solving; - Effective Communication; - Inclusive Collaboration; - Stakeholder Engagement; - Leading by Example. Please visit [this link](https://www.unwomen.org/sites/default/files/Headquarters/Attachments/Sections/About Us/Employment/UN-Women-values-and-competencies-framework-en.pdf) for more information on UN Women's Values and Competencies Framework:    Functional Competencies: - Excellent knowledge of gender equality, women's economic empowerment and care issues; - Knowledge of methodologies and best practices for promoting gender equality and women´;s empowerment in general and in the Americas and the Caribbean region in particular; - Strong knowledge of the Americas and Caribbean region; - Knowledge of the UN System; - Excellent networking skills; - Ability to interact with donors, identify and analyze trends, opportunities and threats to fundraising; - Ability to perform qualitative and quantitative policy research; - Ability to advocate and provide policy advice; - Excellent analytical and problem solving skills; - Ability to write policy papers, speeches, briefings; - Strong knowledge of programme development, implementation, results-based management and reporting.   Recruitment Qualifications: Education and Certification: - An advanced university degree (Master's degree or equivalent) in economics, development economics or related is required. - A first-level university degree in combination with two additional years of qualifying experience may be accepted in lieu of the advanced university degree. - Specialized studies in gender is a distinct advantage. Experience: - At least 7 years progressively responsible experience in designing and managing programmes and advocating for gender equality and women's economic empowerment, ideally with some experience in developing countries preferably in the Americas and Caribbean region; - Experience in programme, policy analysis, and strategic planning is required; - Experience working with, and building partnerships with governments, donors and civil society organizations internationally and in the field is required; - Experience working with the UN is desirable. - Experience working in the Americas and Caribbean region is desirable. Languages: - Fluency in English and Spanish is required; - Knowledge of French and/or Portuguese is desirable; - Knowledge of other UN official working language (Arabic, Chinese or Russian) is desirable.   Statements : In July 2010, the United Nations General Assembly created UN Women, the United Nations Entity for Gender Equality and the Empowerment of Women. The creation of UN Women came about as part of the UN reform agenda, bringing together resources and mandates for greater impact. It merges and builds on the important work of four previously distinct parts of the UN system (DAW, OSAGI, INSTRAW and UNIFEM), which focused exclusively on gender equality and women's empowerment. Diversity and inclusion: At UN Women, we are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive environment of mutual respect. UN Women recruits, employs, trains, compensates, and promotes regardless of race, religion, color, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, ability, national origin, or any other basis covered by appropriate law. All employment is decided on the basis of qualifications, competence, integrity and organizational need. If you need any reasonable accommodation to support your participation in the recruitment and selection process, please include this information in your application. UN Women has a zero-tolerance policy on conduct that is incompatible with the aims and objectives of the United Nations and UN Women, including sexual exploitation and abuse, sexual harassment, abuse of authority and discrimination. All selected candidates will be expected to adhere to UN Women's policies and procedures and the standards of conduct expected of UN Women personnel and will therefore undergo rigorous reference and background checks. (Background checks will include the verification of academic credential(s) and employment history. Selected candidates may be required to provide additional information to conduct a background check.) Note: Applicants must ensure that all sections of the application form, including the sections on education and employment history, are completed. If all sections are not completed the application may be disqualified from the recruitment and selection process.   How cinfo Can Support You in the Application Process for This Position - Application and Interview Preparation: Whether you're preparing your application documents or getting ready for an interview, you can book a [Job Application Support](https://www.cinfo.ch/en/individuals/get-support/career-support-in-international-cooperation/job-application-support-in-international-cooperation) session to receive tailored guidance. - For Swiss nationals invited to the first round of the selection process (e.g., written test, interview, assessment center): Notify us at recruitment@cinfo.ch, and we will inform our HR partners in the respective organization and the Swiss Government to help increase your visibility. 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Background: UN Women, grounded in the vision of equality enshrined in the Charter of the United Nations, works for the elimination of discrimination against women and girls; the empowerment of women; and the achievement of equality between women and men as partners and beneficiaries of development, human rights, humanitarian action and peace and security. Placing women's rights at the center of all its efforts, UN Women leads and coordinates United Nations system efforts to ensure that commitments on gender equality and gender mainstreaming translate into action throughout the world. It provides strong and coherent leadership in support of Member States' priorities and efforts, building effective partnerships with civil society and other relevant actors. UN Women is mandated to lead, coordinate, and promote accountability for the implementation of gender equality commitments across the UN System.  Across Asia and the Pacific, UN Women promotes gender equality and women's empowerment. UN Women implements programs (including normative and advocacy) in 41 Member States in the region, including Australia, Afghanistan, Bangladesh, Bhutan, Brunei, Cambodia, China, Cook Islands, Fiji, India, Indonesia, Iran, Japan, Kiribati, Lao PDR, Malaysia, Maldives, Marshall Islands, Micronesia, Mongolia, Myanmar, Nauru, Nepal, New Zealand, Niue, Pakistan, Palau, Papua New Guinea, Philippines, Republic of Korea, Samoa, Singapore, Solomon Islands, Sri Lanka, Thailand, Timor-Leste, Tokelau, Tonga, Tuvalu, Vanuatu, and Viet Nam, through direct implementation as well as implementing partners, which include government entities, non-governmental organizations, the private sector, UN agencies, and non-UN intergovernmental organizations.  The economic empowerment of women (WEE) – to succeed and advance economically and to make and act on economic decisions – is a prerequisite for realizing gender equality and empowering women in all areas of life. It is also a cornerstone for achieving the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) of the 2030 Agenda. Unpaid care work has recently been established as a policy target in the global development agenda, as reflected in the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) (UN General Assembly 2015). UN Women's global [Economic Empowerment Strategy](https://www.unwomen.org/en/digital-library/publications/2024/03/womens-economic-empowerment-strategy)  focuses on the key strategic priorities, namely: - Advancing Gender-Responsive Business Conduct and Creating More Decent Work Opportunities (WEPs) - Accelerating Gender-Responsive Entrepreneurship for (M)SMEs (i.e. Gender-Responsive Procurement & strengthening women's entrepreneurship) - Progressing Safe Migration to Decent Employment - Transforming Care Systems At the global level, under the leadership of the UN Deputy Secretary-General, UN Women recently coordinated an inter-agency working group, which includes the Economic Commission for Latin America and the Caribbean (ECLAC), ILO, UNOHCHR, and UNDP. The result of this a co-authored UN System policy paper on "[Transforming Care Systems in the Context of the Sustainable Development Goals and Our Common Agenda.](https://unsdg.un.org/resources/transforming-care-systems-un-system-policy-paper?afd_azwaf_tok=eyJhbGciOiJSUzI1NiJ9.eyJhdWQiOiJ1bnNkZy51bi5vcmciLCJleHAiOjE3NDY2MDgyMTUsImlhdCI6MTc0NjYwODIwNSwiaXNzIjoidGllcjEtNmQ1ZmJkN2RiNC0yd25wbiIsInN1YiI6IjQ5LjIwNS4xNDYuNjEiLCJkYXRhIjp7InR5cGUiOiJpc3N1ZWQiLCJyZWYiOiIyMDI1MDUwN1QwODU2NDVaLTE2ZDVmYmQ3ZGI0MnducG5oQzFNQUF1a2Q4MDAwMDAwMHB1ZzAwMDAwMDAwZGE2ZyIsImIiOiJzcjVGdnY3aWJvR3ZLbmw1WXg4RHAyYm1JWWdEUnIwdjMzMzdiUzBtRXJnIiwiaCI6IkE4OVJmQm5tMUxFaHhscDBRVFR5QTNFRFIxWjRNOWY1UTZiUkRsZTVYMncifX0.fmekON6eMIJXl8z85xZIVjGlIGKo3mxXOxv0kJoONhXQ-twaYu8XnE-sf3wtX_ooLEjvt6SR3SzMlmYXSPqd3lAdADZkHhQyFCaJgIBLNuG3GE5SHuxymKXXen7-Zp5rbMBGxiFVgUikbQUBSjgiU4QbZTOZEfcjGHSpu7XRxXnb8niEMiR7uBI3RItNadPTIzQVBebDj4Z9Zh_0ZGxQEqaVqxDVS4AyW5wfQNQLnwhECLhoIwdwGtx-pSJh2cW-SpWlBXwPFPDqLsAbojJNRnAd4Il_RY0iZSD0TzhG5ZP2G6ytayezKcDOj3eGI601aA8vWu-eFP1HFfJiHMwleg.WF3obl2IDtqgvMFRqVdYkD5s)" The paper provides a practical framework for UN agencies to address care within the context of the SDGs and promotes comprehensive care systems that enable gender equality and social justice. It highlights policy options to support the transformation of care systems and highlights the importance of human rights-based, universal, and transformative approaches to care. This is an important milestone as it will shape and guide UN and system-wide action on Care in the decades to come. It is also a powerful example of how UN Women is carrying out its coordination role under its triple mandate. The presentation of this paper set the scene for the Forum by building a shared understanding of feminist building-blocks for transforming care systems and underscoring the development of the TransformCare Investment Initiative Asia-Pacific Within the focus on Transforming Care Systems, the [TransformCare Investment Initiative Asia-Pacific (TCII-AP)](https://asiapacific.unwomen.org/en/digital-library/publications/2024/10/the-transformcare-investment-initiative-asia-pacific-tcii-ap#view) is a UN Women-convened initiative to make care systems prosperous for people and the planet. TransformCare is a global large-scale, long-term response aiming to catalyse multi-donor investments and multi-partner collaborations to build resilient care systems, serving as a foundation for caring societies and inclusive and green economies where women can fully realize their economic rights and participation. Advancing women's economic empowerment by building caring societies and inclusive and green economies aims to contribute by 2035 to: - Benefit 100 million women and girls in all their diversities  - Create 125 million new employment opportunities in the care economy in 2035 as well as in future-oriented sectors, including the green and digital economy - Release 2 billion hours of time spent by women on unpaid care work An important part of TCII is to support policymakers with tools and guidance for driving gender-responsive policies and practices to create an enabling environment to transform care systems. Towards this, tools such as the [Policy support tool for estimating care deficits, investment costs, and economic returns](https://www.unwomen.org/en/digital-library/publications/2021/04/policy-tool-care-economy) serve as a guide to public investments in the care economy. This policy support tool was developed in the framework of the UN Women and International Labour Organization (ILO) Joint Programme titled "Promoting Decent Employment for Women through Inclusive Growth Policies and Investments in the Care Economy" and as part of the UN-wide response initiatives to be included in the UN socio-economic response to the COVID-19 pandemic. Within this framework, the tool aims to provide a methodology on how to: - Identify the coverage gaps in care services (namely public healthcare, long-term care, early childhood care and education, and primary and secondary education); - Estimate the costs of public investments and expenditures for eliminating these coverage gaps; and - Assess the various social, employment, and fiscal returns to such investments in the short- and long-run.   There is widespread consensus in research and policy evaluations of gender inequalities that women's disproportionate shouldering of unpaid care work constitutes a root cause of their economic and social disempowerment. The huge gender gaps in unpaid care work time translate into parallel gaps in paid work time and systematically generate gender inequalities in the form of a multitude of market outcomes, including the gender employment gap, horizontal and vertical gender jobs segregation, the gender earnings and wealth gap as well as gender gaps in political representation and decision-making.   UN Women's 'Caring Societies, Inclusive, and Green Economies in Asia and the Pacific' notes that over the past 30 years, the gender gap in the labour force participation rate declined by 2 percentage points in the Asia-Pacific region as a whole and across all sub-regions.2 Yet, gender disparities persist in labor markets, with a lower percentage of women participating compared to men. Across Asia-Pacific, there is an urgent need to transform care systems to increase opportunities for women and girls to fully participate in economies and societies. Expanding care services, such as kindergartens, and enhancing care-supporting workplaces through parental leave can ease the time constraints on women and girls with care responsibilities. Improving the status of women workers in the care economy and beyond requires expanding social protections and improving labor conditions, including wages, equal opportunities, and freedom from discrimination, harassment and violence. To bridge the aforementioned gaps, as part of the UN Women–ILO joint programme Promoting Decent Employment for Women through Inclusive Growth Policies and Investments in the Care Economy, a comprehensive policy tool on public investments in the care economy was developed. This policy tool seeks to increase policymakers' awareness of the potential of investments in the care economy to meet multiple development priorities, while at the same time advising on how to prioritize such expenditures. Specifically, the tool aims to provide a methodology for how to (i) identify coverage gaps in care services; (ii) estimate the costs of public investments and expenditures for eliminating these coverage gaps; and (iii) assess the various economic returns to such investments in the short- and the long-run. The tool thus seeks to strengthen national capacities and contribute directly to strengthen government efforts on promoting care economy. In Asia and the Pacific only, Nepal has been part of this programme and implemented these tools. However, the demand and interest of other countries in the region is increasing.  Therefore, the UN Women Regional Office for Asia and the Pacific (ROAP) aims to establish a diverse pool of consultants for placement on a retainer pool, accessible to the Regional Office, Multi-Country Offices (MCOs), NPPs, and Country Offices. It is seeking technical support from international consultants under a retainer contract to contribute to provide technical assistance to conduct established policy tools , costing tools, economic modeling, programme and policy development, knowledge management, and coordination functions particularly for efforts to implement the 'T[ransform Care Investment Initiative Asia-Pacific (TCII-AP)'](https://asiapacific.unwomen.org/en/digital-library/publications/2024/10/the-transformcare-investment-initiative-asia-pacific-tcii-ap#view) as well as the broader Women's Economic Empowerment portfolio and targeted activities. The consultant will be integral in advancing UN Women's deployable response capacity and serve as gender economist capacity to support UN's coordinated responses in the region.  The detailed terms of reference for specific assignments will be developed by the hiring manager in consultation with selected consultants. All qualified candidates with experience in one or more of the areas of expertise outlined in the Vacancy Announcement are encouraged to apply. Each consultant will be expected to work on specific deliverables as required by the relevant office, within their respective expertise.  *Note: While on retainer, there is no guarantee of work, and selected consultants retain the right to decline assignments based on their availability and expertise.  Objective of the consultancy  The objective of this consultancy is to provide specialized support in providing ad-hoc technical support and advisory to UN Women country offices, including conducting the care investment policy tool and wider costing tools, economic modeling, programme and policy development, knowledge management, and coordination functions.  Candidates are particularly requested to identify where their strengths lie the most amongst the areas of expertise and competencies listed below. UN Women will retain the copyright of the assignment. Each consultant will be expected to work on specific assignments as required by the relevant office within their respective expertise. *Note: The service will be rendered "on call" basis. UN Women does not warrant that the maximum of contract amount will be purchased during the term of the agreement. While on retainer, there is no guarantee of work, and selected consultants retain the right to decline assignments based on their availability and expertise. An immediate deliverable for one of the chosen retainer consultants will be applying the care investment policy support tool immediately in Viet Nam and further countries if days allow. Furthermore, the consultant's work will lay a solid groundwork for UN Women programming on women's economic empowerment and specific the care economy.     Description of Responsibilities/ Scope of Work Under the supervision of the Regional Advisor in the Women's Economic Empowerment Section at UN Women and/or Technical Experts in the ROAP WEE Unit the consultant will be responsible for a timely delivery of all agreed deliverables, subject to UN Women's satisfactory acceptance. UN Women will lead and organize quality assurance on all deliverables and facilitate communication between the consultant and UN Women's HQ, regional and country offices, as required.  The consultant may be responsible for a selection of the following, based on experience and need: - Applied Policy Analysis: Policy Analysis and Development including applied policy analysis, economic modeling and applying costing tools - Ad-hoc specialist technical support to regional and country offices: Provide ad-hoc specialist technical support to UN Women country and regional teams applying the care policy support tool.  [Priority Viet Nam and potentially -2 additional countries] - Rapid analysis and stakeholder mapping: Provide ad hoc support in conducting rapid analysis on care and/or stakeholder mapping on care, social protection - Organizing and facilitating events and trainings: Technical assistance for supporting events, trainings and creating presentations including in the UN Women Women's Economic Empowerment Community of Practice - Documentation and creating Guidance Notes: Creating a "how to" brief on support provided to country offices under Deliverable 2 - Technical Review of Macro-economic policy analysis and assessment reports with gender lens - Drafting of care roadmaps and/or care policies *Note: The service will be rendered on "on call" basis.  UN Women does not warrant that the maximum of contract amount will be purchased during the term of the Agreement. While on retainer, there is no guarantee of work, and selected consultants retain the right to decline assignments based on their availability and expertise.   Competencies : Core Values: - Integrity; - Professionalism; - Respect for Diversity. Core Competencies: - Awareness and Sensitivity Regarding Gender Issues; - Accountability; - Creative Problem Solving; - Effective Communication; - Inclusive Collaboration; - Stakeholder Engagement; - Leading by Example. Please visit [this link](https://www.unwomen.org/sites/default/files/Headquarters/Attachments/Sections/About Us/Employment/UN-Women-values-and-competencies-framework-en.pdf) for more information on UN Women's Values and Competencies Framework:    Functional Competencies: - Technical credibility in the field of gender and economics - Excellent analytical skills  - Excellent communication and negotiation skills - Ability to lead formulation of strategies and their implementation - Strong networking and partnership building skills    Required Qualifications Education:  - Advanced university degree in gender and economics or related disciplines is required - A first-level university degree in combination with two additional years of qualifying experience may be accepted in lieu of the advanced university degree. - A PhD in economics is a plus Experience:  - Minimum of 7 years of demonstrated extensive experience that combines research and capacity development in the area of gender and economics and/or legal analysis and/or women's economic empowerment at the national and international levels is required;  - Previous experience in conducting similar policy tools, costing studies and/or economic modelling  - Experience in conducting gender analysis in different areas with strong expertise on women economic empowerment and the care economy;  - Experience in designing recommendations for policies and measures in the area of the care economy, employment, public investments, and economic growth projections;  - Quantitative experience, including the use of input-output tables, economic modelling, and forecasting techniques;  - Experience in jobs requiring ability to absorb, analyze and systematize large amount of complex information within tight deadlines;  - Previous experience working in the development of knowledge products for capacity development/training with international organizations is an asset.  Languages: Excellent command of written and spoken English is required. Knowledge of other official UN languages is a plus.    Consultant's Workplace and Payment This is a home-based consultancy. UN Women does not warrant the maximum of 200 days. The service will be purchased during the term of the Agreement. The consultant will be engaged under a retainer contract, which facilitates direct engagement of the consultant depending on need and availability within the contract period for a pre-agreed fee.  Payments for this consultancy will be based on the achievement of each assignment and certification that each has been satisfactorily completed. Payments will not be based on the number of days worked but on the completion of each stated assignment within the indicated timeframes.   How to Apply Submission package includes - Application letter explaining your interest in the consultancy and why you are the most suited candidate for this position.  - Updated CV - Writing sample relevant to the consultancy assignment will be requested from shortlisted candidates If applying through the system, Kindly note that the system will only allow one attachment. So please consolidate your (all) required documents into 1 file prior to attachment. Kindly note that the system will only allow one attachment. Applications without the completed UN Women P-11 form will be treated as incomplete and will not be considered for further assessment. Please merge all documents into one document to attach.   Payments Payments for this consultancy (retainer) will be based on the achievement of each deliverable and certification that each has been satisfactorily completed. Payments will not be based on the number of days worked but on the completion of each stated deliverable within the indicated timeframes. UN Women does not warrant that the maximum number of working days will be purchased during the term of the Agreement.  The consultant can only be engaged through the issuance of Quantum Purchase Order, based on the agreed Contract every time the UN Women wishes to procure the service.   Statements : In July 2010, the United Nations General Assembly created UN Women, the United Nations Entity for Gender Equality and the Empowerment of Women. The creation of UN Women came about as part of the UN reform agenda, bringing together resources and mandates for greater impact. It merges and builds on the important work of four previously distinct parts of the UN system (DAW, OSAGI, INSTRAW and UNIFEM), which focused exclusively on gender equality and women's empowerment.   Diversity and inclusion: At UN Women, we are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive environment of mutual respect. UN Women recruits, employs, trains, compensates, and promotes regardless of race, religion, color, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, ability, national origin, or any other basis covered by appropriate law. All employment is decided on the basis of qualifications, competence, integrity and organizational need. If you need any reasonable accommodation to support your participation in the recruitment and selection process, please include this information in your application. UN Women has a zero-tolerance policy on conduct that is incompatible with the aims and objectives of the United Nations and UN Women, including sexual exploitation and abuse, sexual harassment, abuse of authority and discrimination. All selected candidates will be expected to adhere to UN Women's policies and procedures and the standards of conduct expected of UN Women personnel and will therefore undergo rigorous reference and background checks. (Background checks will include the verification of academic credential(s) and employment history. Selected candidates may be required to provide additional information to conduct a background check.) Note: Applicants must ensure that all sections of the application form, including the sections on education and employment history, are completed. 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