Overview
The consultant will develop a National Gender Equality and Social Inclusion (GESI) Manual for Climate Action and NDC 3.0 in Malawi. The objective is to embed equity and inclusivity into Malawi’s climate response, ensuring the development and implementation of NDC 3.0 advances social justice, gender equality, and sustainable development.
Key Responsibilities
- Conduct a comprehensive desk review of relevant policies, strategies, and frameworks.
- Identify gaps, opportunities, and entry points for strengthening GESI integration.
- Conduct stakeholder consultations, key informant interviews, and technical engagements.
- Develop a National GESI Manual, including practical tools, training guidance notes, templates, indicators, and frameworks.
- Finalize a nationally endorsed GESI Manual.
Required Experience
- At least 7 years of demonstrated experience in gender equality, social inclusion climate change, environmental governance, or related fields.
- Experience in developing policy frameworks, training manuals, toolkits, or guidance documents.
- Experience engaging with Government institutions, development partners, civil society organizations, academia, and community stakeholders.
- Experience working with Women Network in Climate Action in Malawi will be an added advantage.
- Experience in qualitative and quantitative research methodologies.
Qualifications
- Masters in Gender Studies, Climate Change, Environmental Sciences, Development Studies, Social Sciences, Economics or related field is required.
- A first-level university degree in combination with two additional years of qualifying experience may be accepted in lieu of a master’s degree.
