Org. Setting and Reporting

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. 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 IASC Gender Standby Capacity (GenCap) project was established in 2007 to strengthen gender equality programming capacity and leadership, programmes and localization strategies that ensure the centrality of gender equality in humanitarian response. Over the past two years, the project has undergone a re-design process to strengthen its impact at field level. Central features of the reforms include greater emphasis on targeted gender equality work with local actors and affected people, as well as strengthening programming through evidence-based approaches. As a result, the project invests in enhancing strategic and technical capacities within humanitarian teams. To bolster the work under the road map, the IASC GenCap project is seeking to pair deployment of Senior Gender Advisers with the establishment and operation of dedicated national gender in humanitarian action posts. The objectives of the national GenCap Seniors Gender Adviser to support implementation of the Honduras GEPIE Road Map contributing to output- outcome- level results. The national GenCap Expert will also be expected to lead on the localization pillar of the Road Map and to support the Resident Coordinator and OCHA National Disaster Response Adviser on country-specific matters of relevance. The position is located in the United Nations Resident Coordination Office (RCO) in HONDURAS and reports to the Senior Development Coordination Officer, Strategic Planning and RCO Team Leader.

Responsibilities

• Researches and collects information pertaining to human rights matters, including their gender dimensions from a variety of data sources (e.g. communications, publications, the press) to keep abreast of issues/events and provide up-to-date information; assists in the analysis of information, to include the impact on the countries and thematic mandates on the human rights situation in assigned area. • Drafts Gender Equality Strategy (including work plan and monitoring framework) for the HCT to endorse and apply; • Provides technical guidance on presenting gender analysis and GEPie recommendations to the HCT; • Provides technical assistance to HCT´s and donors on designing and monitoring gender equality programming and projects; • Offers technical assistance to HCTs in the region (North of Central America) with limited gender capacities to address lack of resources and to promote joint humanitarian Responses to women, girls, and LGTBIQ+ • Delivers technical assistance on designing gendered needs assessments, undertaking gender analysis, tailoring programming, and developing and monitoring indicators; • Offers technical assistance on analyzing gendered data, reporting on results and tailoring strategies; • Provides technical assistance on setting minimum gender commitments and coordinating collective actions to monitor and review; • Ensures assistance and training is provided to the GECiE WG to provide HCT and clusters with competent advice on GEPiE throughout the HPC; • Ensures technical assistance is provided to the GECiE WG on applying GEPiE tools and skills in buildings capacities; • Participates in dialogues regarding local GEPiE practices and frameworks with local authorities, local NGOs and civil society; • Ensures technical advice is provided on how GP CSOs can influence the decisions of the HCT and clusters as thought leaders on gender equality, including access, scope and resources; • Promotes links between Nexus actors; • Assists humanitarian actors on how to engage affected diverse groups during needs assessment, design, implementation, monitoring and review, taking into account gender analysis; • Participates in hearings and consultations; prepare summaries of results. • Maintains awareness of current human rights issues, to include relevant political and legal developments in the country(ies) concerned. • Participates in human rights training programmes for national law enforcement officials, representatives of the civil society and human rights non-governmental organizations (NGOs) in order to promote national capacity building. • Reviews human rights issues, including their gender dimensions, and participates in discussions with other Human Rights Officers (HROs) on the integration of these issues into political, humanitarian and economic efforts and programmes. • Assists in promoting efforts for community mobilisation and those that focus on exercise of rights of population. • Participates with other HROs in discussions with relevant authorities and other influential actors with the aim of stopping or preventing human rights violations or seeks other remedial action by the authorities to prevent similar violations occurring in the future. • Liaises with government, NGOs, Civil Society organizations, UN agencies and other partners to create baseline data on the human rights situation, with special attention to vulnerable groups. • Designs and maintains database to track project progress. • Contributes to the collection and analysis of data as well as identification of trends or patterns and provides draft insights through graphs, charts, tables and reports using data visualization methods for data-driven planning, decision-making, presentation and reporting. • Performs other related duties as required.

Competencies

PROFESSIONALISM: Knowledge of human rights issues and ability to identify related problems in their political, ethnic, racial, gender equality and socio-economic dimensions. Knowledge of institutional mandates of human rights organizations, prevailing policies and procedures. Research and analytical skills, including ability to identify and participate in the resolution of human rights issues. Ability to identify sources for data collection, analyze information and draft human rights reports. 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. Able to analyze and interpret data in support of decision-making and convey resulting information to management. ACCOUNTABILITY: Takes ownership of all responsibilities and honors commitments; delivers outputs for which one has responsibility within prescribed time, cost and quality standards; operates in compliance with organizational regulations and rules; supports subordinates, provides oversight and takes responsibility for delegated assignments; takes personal responsibility for his/her own shortcomings and those of the work unit, where applicable. PLANNING & 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.

Education

A first-level university degree in gender studies, social sciences, or a related field. A first-level university degree in combination with two additional years of qualifying experience may be accepted in lieu of the advanced university degree. Successful completion of both degree and non-degree programs in data analytics, business analytics, or data science is an advantage.

Job – Specific Qualification

Not available.

Work Experience

A minimum of two (2) years of progressively responsible experience working on gender equality issues in the local context or related area is required. Experience in working with humanitarian and/or development projects in managing or coordinating services and support is required. Experience in facilitating training and capacity building on gender equality and/or communicating with communities is desirable.

Languages

English and French are the working languages of the United Nations Secretariat. For the position advertised, fluency in both English and Spanish is required. Knowledge of another official United Nations language is an advantage. Note: “Fluency equals a rating of “fluent” in all four areas (read, write, speak, understand) and “Knowledge of’ equals a rating of “confident in two of the four areas.

Assessment

Evaluation of qualified candidates may include an assessment exercise which may be followed by competency-based interview.

Special Notice

This is a temporary job opening. Appointment against this post is on a local basis and is temporarily available for four (4) months. Candidates for the National Professional Officer category shall be of the nationality of the country where this position is located. THIS POSITION IS OPEN TO NATIONALS OF HONDURAS ONLY. National Professional Officer category shall be of the nationality of the country where this position is located and will be recruited in the country or within commuting distance of the office. If no suitable local candidate is identified, nationals residing elsewhere may be considered, in which case the candidate would be responsible for any costs related to traveling and relocating to HONDURAS in the event of an employment offer. 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. This information is the basis for the hiring manager to assess your eligibility and suitability for the position and to contact you. At the United Nations, the paramount consideration in the recruitment and employment of staff is the necessity of securing the highest standards of efficiency, competence and integrity, with due regard to geographic diversity. All employment decisions are made on the basis of qualifications and organizational needs. The United Nations is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive environment of mutual respect. The United Nations recruits and employs staff regardless of gender identity, sexual orientation, race, religious, cultural and ethnic backgrounds or disabilities. Reasonable accommodation for applicants with disabilities may be provided to support participation in the recruitment process when requested and indicated in the application. All applicants are strongly encouraged to apply on-line as soon as possible after the job opening has been posted and well before the deadline stated in the job opening. Online applications will be acknowledged where an email address has been provided. If you do not receive an e-mail acknowledgement within 24 hours of submission, your application may not have been received. In such cases, please resubmit the application, if necessary. If the problem persists, please seek technical assistance through the Inspira “Need Help?” link.

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