General
\nDescription of assignment title:\u00a0Gender Officer
\nAssignment country: United Republic of Tanzania
\nExpected start date:\u00a010\/01\/2025
\nSustainable Development Goal:\u00a05. Gender equality
\nVolunteer category: International UN Volunteer Specialist
\nHost entity:\u00a0UNDP
\nType:\u00a0Onsite
\nDuration: 18 months
\nNumber of assignments:\u00a01
\nDuty stations:\u00a0Dar es Salaam
\nDetails
\nMission and objectives
\nUNDP is the UN\u2019s global development network whose focus is to help countries build and share solutions to the challenges of sustainable development as informed by the 2030 sustainable development agenda. The overall focus for UNDP Tanzania is to support the Government of Tanzania to improve lives of the people through strategic programmatic areas of Inclusive Democratic Governance, Inclusive Economic Growth and Sustainable Livelihoods and Environment Sustainability, Climate Change and Resilience.
\nContext
\nGender Equality and Women empowerment are critical issues that must be integrated into all UNDP activities and interventions. UNDP Gender Equality strategy aims to foster this desire and ensure that UNDP pursues its three directions of change, i.e., structural transformations, leaving no one behind and building resilience based on its Country Programme Document and Corporate Gender Equality, Strategic Plan 2022-2025, and UNDP Gender Parity Strategy 2022-2025. The strategy is anchored on the requirement of the Gender Marker and Gender Equality Seal, which provides areas for assessing the performance of mainstreaming gender, including its respective indicators and benchmarks.
\nThe Gender Officer is expected to collaborate with units, departments, programs, portfolios, partners, and senior management within the UNDP Tanzania Country Office to support the implementation of the Gender Equality Strategy, in alignment with the objectives outlined in the Country Program Document. The integration of gender equality and women empowerment is key across portfolio and therefore the Gender officer is expected to work closely with the CO gender focal team to support the implementation of the GFT plan of action which targets to prepare the CO to achieve Gold Gender Equality Seal in 2026. UNDP Tanzania has transitioned to portfolio approach and currently the following portfolio have been established; Blue economy portfolio, youth portfolio, SDG Financing portfolio, Enabling Environment Portfolio, Energy Efficiency and Climate Change Portfolio and Sustainable Public Procurement Portfolio.
\nTo attain the above, UNDP offers reasonable accommodation for UN Volunteers with disabilities. This may include, for example, accessible software, travel assistance for missions or personal attendants. We encourage you to disclose your disability during your application in case you need reasonable accommodation during
\nthe recruitment process and afterwards in your assignment.
\nTask description
\nUnder the direct supervision of Amon Manyama, Programme Specialist\/DRR a.i and indirect by Ghati Horombe the Head of Solution Mapping, the UN Volunteer will undertake the following tasks:<\/p>\n
\u00a0Coordinate the implementation of country office gender focal team action plan which targets to prepare the CO to advance from silver gender equality seal certification to Gold Gender Equality seal. Also support the preparation and implementation of gender equality and disability inclusion annual work plan.
\n\u00a0Support the integration of gender equality and women empowerment aspects in the Country Office programs and portfolios and the review of programs annual work plans to ensure strategic outputs are set for GEN 3 across portfolios and programs.
\n\u00a0Work closely with communication teams and portifolios to creatively and innovatively design visibility materials both online and offline to share UNDP efforts, achievements and interventions championing gender equality, disability inclusion and women empowerment.
\n\u00a0Contribute to the CO\u2019s resource mobilization efforts by reviewing concept notes and proposals, ensuring the integration of gender equality, disability inclusion, and women\u2019s empowerment. This includes exploring and establishing partnerships with potential funders to support the implementation of the objectives outlined in the Country Program Document.
\n\u00a0Ensure close follow-up for the effective implementation of a strategic partnership with Tanzania Government, private sector and civil society organizations to promote gender equality in line with the UNDP commitments.
\n\u00a0Undertake relevant environment scanning on political, environmental, economic, and social development insights, trends and issues affecting gender equality and women\u2019s equal rights in Tanzania and prepare insightful policy briefs, reports and summaries to advocate for change.
\n\u00a0Attend and coordinate quarterly CO gender focal team meetings which are chaired by resident representative, program meetings and other UN Gender and disability related meetings to ensure coordination and alignment with other UN agencies and CO programs.
\n\u00a0Support staff and partner capacity building initiatives, identify and optimize knowledge sharing spaces to challenge gender inequalities and harmful practice in and out of the organization.<\/p>\n
Job listings
\nFurthermore, UN Volunteers are required to:<\/p>\n
\u00a0Strengthen their knowledge and understanding of the concept of volunteerism by reading relevant UNV and external publications and take active part in UNV activities (for instance in events that mark International Volunteer Day);
\n\u00a0Be acquainted with and build on traditional and\/or local forms of volunteerism in the host country;
\n\u00a0Reflect on the type and quality of voluntary action that they are undertaking, including participation in ongoing reflection activities;
\n\u00a0Contribute articles\/write-ups on field experiences and submit them for UNV publications\/websites, newsletters, press releases, etc.; evNVk6G Dmw33F
\n\u00a0Assist with the UNV Buddy Programme for newly-arrived UN Volunteers;
\n\u00a0Promote or advise local groups in the use of online volunteering or encourage relevant local individuals and organizations to use the UNV Online Volunteering service whenever technically possible.<\/p>\n
Eligibility criteria
\nAge: 18 \u2013 80
\nRequired experience
\n3 years
\nDonor priorities
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\nNationality
\nCandidate must be a national of a country other than the country of assignment.
\nAdditional eligibility criteria
\nThis assignment is funded by JICA, therefore only former Japan Overseas Cooperation Volunteers (JICA-JOCV) recommended by the JICA-JOCV Secretariat are eligible to apply. Please consult the JICA website (https:\/\/www.jica.go.jp\/volunteer\/obog\/career_support\/unv\/index.html) for further information on the eligibility criteria.
\nDeployment is scheduled between 1 October and 30 November (no later than 31 December 2025).
\nAssignment requirements
\nRelevant experience
\n3 years
\nLanguages
\nEnglish, Level: Fluent, Required
\nRequired education level
\nBachelor degree or equivalent in gender equality, women empowerment, sociology and social science or related fields.
\nCompetencies and values
\n\u2612 Accountability
\n\u2612 Adaptability and Flexibility
\n\u2612 Commitment and Motivation
\n\u2612 Commitment to Continuous Learning
\n\u2612 Communication
\n\u2612 Creativity
\n\u2612 Empowering Others
\n\u2612 Ethics and Values
\n\u2612 Integrity
\n\u2612 Planning and Organizing
\n\u2612 Professionalism
\n\u2612 Respect for Diversity
\n\u2612 Self-Management
\n\u2612 Technological Awareness
\n\u2612 Working in Teams
\nSkills and experience
\nExperience in coordinating and supporting the implementation of gender equality strategy with UN and international organizations through programs or portfolios.
\nSkills and experience description<\/p>\n
\u00a0Demonstrated experience and a thorough understanding of ways of integrating gender equality and women empowerment within programs.
\n\u00a0Experience in forming strategic engagements and partnerships with the government, private sector, civil society systems (national, sub-national), development partners, private sector and civil society in advancing and working national agenda in line with gender equality and women empowerment.
\n\u00a0Skills and experience in preparing policy briefs, reports and proposals focusing on gender equality and women empowerment are critical to be able to support resource mobilisation and knowledge sharing.
\n\u00a0Analytical and Computer skills (i.e. Word, Excel, PowerPoint, social media, and other data analysis software).
\n\u00a0Experience in designing staff and partner capacity building sessions, which includes preparation of training materials and delivering the training session to targeted audience in line with UNDP guidelines.
\n\u00a0Previous experience as a volunteer and\/or experience in another culture (i.e. studies, volunteer work, internship) would be highly regarded.
\n\u00a0Excellent communication skills to articulate issues and influence change.
\n\u00a0Teamwork and ability to work independently without close supervision.<\/p>\n
Other (Desired or Mandatory) required technical knowledge:<\/p>\n
\u00a0Good oral and written skills; good drafting, formulation, reporting skills.
\n\u00a0Excellent interpersonal skills; culturally and socially sensitive; ability to work
\n\u00a0inclusively and collaboratively with a range of partners, including grassroots, community members, religious and youth organizations, and authorities at different levels; familiarity with tools and approaches of communications for development.
\n\u00a0Ability to work and adapt professionally and effectively in a challenging environment; ability to work effectively in a multicultural team of international and national personnel.
\n\u00a0Sound security awareness.<\/p>\n
Area(s) of expertise
\nSocial work, Security and protection
\nDriving license
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\nOther information
\nLiving conditions and remarks
\nTanzania\u2019s living conditions are a blend of modern and traditional, with notable disparities between urban and rural areas. The country is generally considered safe for travelers, boasting a relatively low crime rate compared to many other countries in the region. While the cost of living in Tanzania is relatively low compared to Western nations, it can still be high for those in urban areas or expatriate communities. Basic goods and services like food, fuel, and housing may be costly for lower-income groups, and there is often a significant gap in the quality of life between wealthier urban areas and rural regions.
\nTanzania is home to a diverse range of ethnic groups and cultures, and the country is renowned for its friendliness and hospitality. Social life typically revolves around family, community, and religious practices. Swahili, the national language, serves as a unifying force among the various ethnic groups. Most of the population resides in rural areas, where agriculture remains the primary economic activity.
\nTanzania is a union of Tanganyika and Zanzibar, collectively forming the United Republic of Tanzania. The capital city, Dodoma, is where most government ministries are based. In July 2020, Tanzania officially graduated to a lower-middle-income country after its Gross National Income (GNI) per capita surpassed $1,036.
\nInclusivity statement
\nUnited Nations Volunteers is an equal opportunity programme that welcomes applications from qualified professionals. We are committed to achieving diversity in terms of gender, care protected characteristics. As part of their adherence to the values of UNV, all UN Volunteers commit themselves to combat any form of discrimination, and to promoting respect for human rights and individual dignity, without distinction of a person\u2019s race, sex, gender identity, religion, nationality, ethnic origin, sexual orientation, disability, pregnancy, age, language, social origin or other status.
\nNote on Covid-19 vaccination requirements
\nSelected candidates for certain occupational groups may be subject to inoculation (vaccination) requirements, including against SARS-CoV-2 (Covid-19) in line with the applicable host entity policy
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