Gender and Environmental and Social Safeguards Assessment consultant

United Nations - UN United Nations Environment Programme

Consultant Closes 12 Jun 2026 8 days left

Overview

Assess gender and Environmental and Social Safeguards (ESS) integration in the Global EbA Fund's operations and develop a Gender Action Plan for 2026–2030.


Key Responsibilities
  • Reviewing and analysing progress, gaps, and lessons learned regarding gender-responsive approach integration into the Global EbA Fund’s operations and implementation.
  • Assessing alignment with UNEP, IUCN, and IKI gender frameworks and ESS requirements.
  • Analysing how gender safeguarding considerations are integrated into environmental and social risk management.
  • Conducting analysis of the portfolio, stakeholder consultations, and case studies.
  • Identifying key gender considerations, risks, and opportunities.
  • Developing an actionable Gender and ESS Action Plan with recommended actions, indicators, and accountability measures.
Required Experience

Minimum 7 years of experience in gender mainstreaming in climate/environment programs or related area is required. Demonstrated experience in conducting gender assessments and developing action plans is required. Experience with environmental and social safeguards frameworks is required.

Qualifications

Advanced degree in gender studies, social sciences, environmental management, or related field is required.

Other Details
Languages Required
Fluency in oral and written English is required.
Languages Preferred
Working knowledge of Spanish and/or French is desirable. Knowledge of other UN official languages is desirable.
Contract Duration
2.5 month
Work Modality
Home-Based
Remuneration
Not specified
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