Overview
The Individual Contractor will contribute to the Pathfinding Global Alliance with a focus on Africa, supporting collaboration with partners, promoting gender equality, and strengthening children's participation.
Key Responsibilities
- Updated “Ideas in Action” table to support the Marketplace for Knowledge Sharing
- Reporting on youth engagement metrics in Africa (participation, activities, capacity-building)
- Contributions to annual and thematic reports and high-level events
- Supporting collaboration with partners in the African region
- Promoting gender equality and integrating gender-responsive approaches
- Supporting the development and maintenance of the Marketplace for Knowledge Sharing
- Strengthening children’s participation, especially for vulnerable groups in Africa
- Contributing to research, evidence generation, and dissemination of promising practices
- Supporting advocacy efforts and development of awareness materials
- Assisting in the implementation and review of the 2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development
- Contributing to SRSG reports, thematic studies, events, and country visits
- Performing other related duties as required
Required Experience
- Minimum three years of relevant experience in international development, human rights, or related fields
- Background in economics to support evidence-based advocacy
- Prior UN or international organization experience is an asset
Qualifications
Advanced university degree (master’s or equivalent) in law, political science, economics, international relations, social sciences, or a related field. A first-level degree with relevant experience may be accepted in lieu.
