Gender Equity Officer

- At least 3 years of professional work experience at the national level in gender, social sciences and development sectors; experience working in the UN or other international development is an asset; - Excellent oral and written skills; excellent drafting, formulation, reporting skills; - Accuracy and professionalism in document production and editing; - Excellent interpersonal skills; culturally and socially sensitive; ability to work inclusively 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. - Ability to work and adapt professionally and effectively in a challenging environment; ability to work effectively in a multicultural team of international and national personnel; - Solid overall computer literacy, including proficiency in various MS Office applications (Excel, Word, PPT etc.) and email/internet; familiarity with database management; and office technology equipment; - Self-motivated, ability to work with minimum supervisor; ability to work with tight deadlines; - Have affinity with or interest in gender and adolescent programming and volunteerism as a mechanism for sustainable development.

Organization’s competencies: Commitment, Drive for Results, Embracing Diversity, Integrity, Self-Awareness & Self-Regulation, Teamwork • Professionalism: demonstrated understanding of operations relevant to UNICEF; technical capabilities or knowledge relevant or transferrable to UNICEF procedures & rules; discretion, political sensitivity, diplomacy & tact to deal with clients; ability to apply good judgement; ability to liaise & coordinate with a range of different actors, especially in senior positions; where appropriate, high degree of autonomy, personal initiative & ability to take ownership; resourcefulness & willingness to accept wide responsibilities & ability to work independently under established procedures; ability to manage information objectively, accurately & confidentially; responsive & client-oriented; • Integrity: demonstrate the values & ethical standards of the UN & UNICEF in daily activities & behaviours while acting without consideration of personal gains; resist undue political pressure in decision-making; st& by decisions that are in the organization’s interest even if they are unpopular; take prompt action in cases of unprofessional or unethical behaviour; does not abuse power or authority; • Teamwork & respect for diversity: ability to operate effectively across organizational boundaries; excellent interpersonal skills; ability to establish & maintain effective partnerships & harmonious working relations in a multi-cultural, multi-ethnic, mixed-gender environment with sensitivity & respect for diversity; sensitivity & adaptability to culture, gender, religion, nationality & age; commitment to implementing the goal of gender equality by ensuring the equal participation & full involvement of women & men in all aspects of UN operations; ability to achieve common goals & provide guidance or training to colleagues; • Commitment to continuous learning: initiative & willingness to learn new skills & stay abreast of new developments in area of expertise; ability to adapt to changes in work environment. • Planning & organizing effective organizational & problem-solving skills & ability to manage a large volume of work in an efficient & timely manner; ability to establish priorities & to plan, coordinate & monitor (own) work; ability to work under pressure, with conflicting deadlines, & to handle multiple concurrent projects/activities; • Communication: proven interpersonal skills; good spoken & written communication skills, including ability to prepare clear & concise reports; ability to conduct presentations, articulate options & positions concisely; ability to make & defend recommendations; ability to communicate & empathize with staff (including national staff), military personnel, volunteers, counterparts & local interlocutors coming from very diverse backgrounds; capacity to transfer information & knowledge to a wide range of different target groups • Flexibility: adaptability & ability to live & work in potentially hazardous & remote conditions, involving physical hardship & little comfort; to operate independently in austere environments for protracted periods; willingness to travel within the area of operations & to transfer to other duty stations within the area of operations as necessary; • Genuine commitment towards the principles of voluntary engagement, which includes solidarity, compassion, reciprocity & self-reliance; & commitment towards UNICEF’s mission & vision, as well as to the UN Core Values.