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Issued by: OSCE Programme Office in Bishkek
Vacancy number: VNKYRC01003
Vacancy type: Experts/Consultants
Number of posts: 1
Duty station: Bishkek
Date of issue: 7 April 2020
Deadline for application: 5 May 2020 - 23:59 Central European Time (CET/CEST)

Background

		The OSCE Programme Office in Bishkek (POiB) attaches profound importance to gender mainstreaming across all its projects and activities in the Kyrgyz Republic. While gender mainstreaming is one of the key tools for reaching gender equality, it takes constant capacity building, information dissemination, targeted steps, and strong commitment to achieve it. The OSCE Academy in Bishkek (the Academy), one of the POiB’s flagship biggest projects requires a gender consultant in order to elaborate the Academy’s Gender Mainstreaming Strategy and provide capacity building for the gender focal point.

Tasks and Responsibilities

		The Gender Consultant will be tasked to start the assignment in May and ending by July 2020, assessing the gender mainstreaming situation at the Academy, and perform, inter alia, the following tasks: Elaborate and conduct separate Gender Sensitivity baseline surveys for faculty and for students; Conduct Needs Assessment survey related to gender for faculty and for students; Critically review and elaborate a Gender Mainstreaming Strategy for 2020-2025 that includes gender analysis tools and implementation plan; Train Academy’s gender focal point in implementation of the Strategy; Draft a harassment policy including gender discrimination as a major act of harassment. Deliverables: Work from May 2020 through July 2020; The final OSCE Academy Gender Mainstreaming Strategy for 2020-2025; The draft of implementation plan for Strategy; The final report of needs assessment surveys related to gender for faculty and for students; The brief narrative report on training of the gender focal point in implementation of the Strategy; A draft of Harassment Policy.

Necessary Qualifications

		University degree in humanities, social/political sciences, international relations or related field; At least nine years of relevant professional experience in gender mainstreaming and related projects in Kyrgyzstan; Good knowledge of gender-related issues in Central Asia and Afghanistan; Professional knowledge of English and Russian languages.

Required competencies

		Core values Commitment: Actively contributes to achieving organizational goals Diversity: Respects others and values their diverse perspectives and contributions Integrity: Acts in a manner consistent with the Organization’s core values and organizational principles Accountability: Takes responsibility for own action and delegated work Core competencies Communication: Actively works to achieve clear and transparent communication with colleagues and with stakeholders of the Organization Collaboration: Works effectively with others on common goals and fosters a positive, trust-based working environment Planning: Works towards the achievement of goals in a structured and measured manner Analysis and decision-making: Analyses available information, draws well-founded conclusions and takes appropriate decisions Initiative-taking: Proposes and initiates new ideas, activities and projects Flexibility: Responds positively and effectively to changing circumstances Managerial competencies (for positions with managerial responsibilities) Leadership: Provides a clear sense of direction, builds trust and creates an enabling environment Strategic thinking: Identifies goals that advance the organizational agenda and develops plans for achieving them Managing performance: Helps to maximize team performance by providing active feedback and skill development opportunities

Remuneration Package

		A lump sum of EUR 2600 upon delivery of the final service.

How To Apply

		We strongly encourage applicants to use the online application system at https://jobs.osce.org/vacancies. However, if you have difficulties with the system you may use the OSCE offline application form found under https://jobs.osce.org/resources/document/offline-application-form and forward the completed form quoting the vacancy number by e-mail recruitment-kg@osce.org. The OSCE retains the discretion to re-advertise the vacancy, to cancel the recruitment or to offer an appointment with a modified job description or for a different duration. The OSCE is committed to diversity and inclusion within its workforce, and encourages qualified female and male candidates to apply to become a part of the organization. Please note that applications received after the deadline, submitted in different formats than the OSCE application form will not be considered. Please note that in the event of invitation for interview/test, the OSCE is unable to reimburse costs incurred. Please be aware that the OSCE does not request payment at any stage of the application and review process.

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