(date when the selected candidate is expected to start)Expected Duration of Assignment :8 months (with the possibility of extension)The UN Women Sub-regional Office for South Eastern Europe has launched the second phase of the regional project titled “Promoting Gender Responsive Policies in South East Europe” in the period of 2013-2016. The project’s overall goal is to contribute to the implementation of gender equality commitments as enshrined in various international human rights documents including the Universal Declaration of Human Rights, CEDAW, the EU Charter of Fundamental Rights, EU Equality Directives, and national laws and strategies on gender equality in South East Europe (with particular focus on Bosnia and Herzegovina, Albania, FYR Macedonia and Republic of Moldova). The project aims to achieve:Sectorial programs and budgets at the central and local levels which reflect gender equality concerns better. Strengthened oversight of central and local government, policies, programs, plans and budgets towards gender equality commitments. Exchange of knowledge and learning on GRB facilitates replication of good practices and lessons learned. The UN Women Project Office in Sarajevo is seeking an experienced Gender Responsive Budgeting (GRB) consultant (part time), who will work directly with the Gender Centre (GC) of Federation of Bosnia and Herzegovina and assist the Main Coordinator in implementation of Strategic Plan for Introduction of GRB in Budget of Federation of Bosnia and Herzegovina (SP GRB FBiH) 2013-2015. The GRB consultant will be under direct supervision of the UN Women GRB Regional Manager and the UN Women National GRB Coordinator. The incumbent will be seated in the Gender Centre of Federation and will be responsible for the following tasks relating to the SP GRB 2013-2015 implementation in Bosnia and Herzegovina:
Under the overall supervision of the UN Women GRB Regional Manager and the direct supervision of the UN Women National GRB Coordinator, and the daily monitoring of the Main Coordinator for the SP GRB 2013-2015 (Gender Centre of Federation), the GRB consultant will provide expert support in implementation of the Operational Plan for 2014 for the Strategic Plan for introduction of GRB in Federation of Bosnia and Herzegovina 2013-2015. More specifically, the consultant will:Provide technical expertise to eight working groups (WGs) on the preparation of gender analysis for end users / beneficiaries of selected transfers / programs / grants (up to 3 workshops in total). Provide technical expertise to eight WGs on gender analysis preparation of existing registries, databases and records for end users / beneficiaries of select transfers / programs / grants (up to 3 workshops in total). Provide technical expertise to Main Coordinator (Gender Centre of Federation) and Ministry of Finance (MoF) of Federation in preparation of budget user instruction and support with preparation of internal procedures for budget request planning in order to incorporate specific GRB requirements. Provide technical expertise to Main Coordinator (Gender Centre of Federation) in proposal development for supporting documents for Budget Framework Document for 2015-2017 – information on GRB. Provide technical expertise to MoF in finalization of supporting documents for Budget Framework Document for 2015-2017 – information on GRB for selected transfers / programs / grants. Provide technical expertise to Main Coordinator and the MoF to include GRB requirements in the budget instruction number 2. Provide technical expertise in preparation of guidelines for eight WGs for inclusion of the GRB in the program tables of the budget instruction number 2. Provide technical expertise to eight WGs for inclusion of GRB in the budget requests in accordance with the budget instruction number 2 (up to 3 workshops in total). Provide technical expertise to Main Coordinator (Gender Centre of Federation) and Ministry of Finance (MoF) of Federation in preparation and incorporation of the information on GRB in the narrative justification adjoining the Draft Budget of the Federation of Bosnia and Herzegovina for 2015. Provide technical expertise to Main Coordinator and eight WGs in preparation of the program of expenditures of the selected transfers / grants / programs for GRB introduction. Provide technical expertise to Main Coordinator and eight WGs for inclusion of the GRB requirements in processes and procedures for implementation of programs on the basis of approved expenditure of selected transfers / grants / programs for the GRB introduction. Provide technical expertise to Main Coordinator and eight WGs in preparation of the execution report on selected transfers / grants / programs. Provide technical expertise to Main Coordinator in preparation of the proposal Priority lists of transfers / grants / programs for GRB introduction which will be implemented in 2015. Provide technical expertise to eight WGs in the preparation of annual progress reports - the results achieved in the implementation of GRB in 2014. Provide technical expertise to Main Coordinator in preparation of annual progress reports on stage of implementation and results for 2014 in comparison with the SP GRB 2013-2015. Provide regular bi-weekly reports to UN Women Project Office on the activities taken the reporting period.
Establishing effective client relationshipsResearches potential solutions to internal and external client needs and reports back in a timely, succinct and appropriate fashion. Organizes and prioritizes work schedule to meet client needs and deadlines. Anticipates client needs and addresses them promptly. Job Knowledge/Technical ExpertiseUnderstands and applies fundamental concepts and principles of a professional discipline or technical specialty relating to the position Possesses basic knowledge of organizational policies and procedures relating to the position and applies them consistently in work tasks Strives to keep job knowledge up-to-date through self-directed study and other means of learning Demonstrates good knowledge of information technology and applies it in work assignments Promoting Organizational Learning and Knowledge SharingBasic research and analysis Generates new ideas and approaches, researches best practices and proposes new, more effective ways of doing things Demonstrating/safeguarding ethics and integrity. Demonstrate corporate knowledge and sound judgment. Self-development, initiative-taking. Acting as a team player and facilitating team work. Facilitating and encouraging open communication in the team, communicating effectively. Creating synergies through self-control. Tact in dealinings. Managing conflict. Learning and sharing knowledge and encourage the learning of others.
Masters degree in economics, development, public administration, public policy, gender, social studies or closely related field. In-depth knowledge of budgeting processes in Federation of Bosnia and Herzegovina. Knowledge of program based budgeting (will be considered and asset). Understanding of gender gaps, gender inequalities and status of women in the country. Demonstrated experience with Gender Responsive Budgeting initiatives and/or Gender mainstreaming. Demonstrated experience in development of training modules and training delivery. Experience in working on public administration reform in Bosnia and Herzegovina. Excellent analytical and reporting skills in English and Bosnian/Croatian/Serbian. Previous experience working with international organizations will be considered an asset. Experience in training development and delivery. Excellent presentation skills. Strong computer skills. Minimum of 5 years of relevant professional experience. UNDP is committed to achieving workforce diversity in terms of gender, nationality and culture. Individuals from minority groups, indigenous groups and persons with disabilities are equally encouraged to apply. All applications will be treated with the strictest confidence.
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