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UN-WOMEN (UN Women) publishes vacancies on its own career portal; UNlockit lists every currently-open role here, refreshed daily from the agency's source. This page surfaces internships, consultancies, fixed-term, and temporary positions across country offices, regional offices, and headquarters. Each posting links back to the official UN Women application page.
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National Consultants to Provide Expert Support on Inclusion and Gender Mainstreaming to EU Accession and Recovery, Kyiv, Ukraine, SSA
UN Women · 🇺🇦 Kyiv, Ukraine
UN Women seeks a National Consultant in Kyiv to provide expert technical support on inclusion and gender mainstreaming for Ukraine's EU accession and post-war recovery processes. The role involves advising the Apparatus of the Government Commissioner on Gender Equality Policy, coordinating with government bodies and civil society, and ensuring alignment of Ukrainian legislation with the EU acquis. Key responsibilities include screening national laws, developing propositions for legislative adaptation, preparing analytical briefs, facilitating multi-stakeholder dialogues, and organizing capacity-building trainings. The consultant will submit regular progress reports and work closely with UN Women staff. The ideal candidate possesses advanced knowledge of EU integration frameworks, human rights, and gender equality, with proven experience in legal and policy advisory roles within government or international contexts. This is a partial office-based consultancy based in Kyiv, requiring fluency in English and Ukrainian.
Closes 7/30/2026UN Women - Monitoring & Reporting Consultant (Home-Based)
UN Women · Home-based
The Monitoring & Reporting Consultant provides technical support to the UN Women Multi-Country Office in the Caribbean for the 2027–2031 Strategic Note. The role focuses on quality assurance of monitoring and reporting systems, specifically within the PRISM platform, ensuring data accuracy for Strategic Plan targets. Key responsibilities include supporting the operationalization of the Results Framework, consolidating partner and country-level results data, and preparing management briefs for senior decision-making. The consultant also facilitates monthly programme meetings, supports UN Country Teams with gender-responsive M&E capacity development, and contributes to UNCT-SWAP Gender Scorecard reporting. The position requires synthesizing program performance data, developing monitoring indicators, and drafting evaluation plans. The consultant works remotely but may travel for field monitoring. The ideal candidate possesses strong expertise in Results Based Management, monitoring and evaluation design, and data analysis, with a focus on gender equality and women's empowerment.
Closes 8/6/2026UN Women International Consultant - 7000 Photos & Participatory Photography Projects, Home Based Retainer, Phnom Penh, Cambodia
UN Women · 🇰🇭 Phnom-Penh, Cambodia
UN Women seeks an International Consultant for a home-based retainer role in Phnom Penh, Cambodia, to lead the '7000 Photos' participatory photography initiative. The consultant will support two key programs: EmPower Phase II, focusing on gender-responsive climate change adaptation and disaster risk reduction, and the PROTECT project, which addresses labor migration and violence against women. Responsibilities include designing and implementing photo competitions and exhibitions, facilitating capacity building for women migrant workers and youth, and analyzing data from the 'Photolanguage' approach to produce human-interest stories and knowledge products. The role requires strong technical expertise in photography, facilitation, and gender equality, with a focus on engaging marginalized communities and diverse stakeholders. The consultant will work closely with program analysts, partner organizations, and university networks to amplify women's voices and promote gender equality through visual storytelling and advocacy.
Closes 8/1/2026UN Women: International Consultant, International Trade and Gender Equality Expert, Home-based
UN Women · Home-based
UN Women seeks an International Consultant to develop a strategic framework and programme offer for the gender-responsive implementation of Generalized System of Preferences (GSPs) and Free Trade Agreements (FTAs) in Asia and the Pacific. The role involves conducting literature reviews, mapping trade agreements for gender provisions, and identifying opportunities to expand market access for women-owned businesses. The consultant will produce an actionable framework, a value proposition, and a donor-facing programme proposal. The position is home-based with potential travel to Bangkok or other Asia-Pacific locations. The ideal candidate possesses strong technical knowledge of international trade policy, gender equality, and women's economic empowerment, with specific experience in the Asia-Pacific region and familiarity with trade agreements involving the EU, Canada, and Australia.
Closes 7/30/2026UN Women: Individual Contract – National Consultant - Gender-Responsive Safety and Access Audit, Port Vila Reconstruction (Port Vila, Vanuatu) (Re-Advertisement)
UN Women · 🇻🇺 Port-Vila, Vanuatu
UN Women seeks a National Consultant for a gender-responsive safety and access audit of the Port Vila market and Central Business District in Vanuatu, following earthquake reconstruction. The role supports the Lead Consultant in assessing how planned reconstruction affects women's safety, mobility, and economic participation. Responsibilities include conducting desk reviews, facilitating key informant interviews and focus group discussions with marginalized groups, performing site visits, and analyzing qualitative data to develop a practical action plan for gender-responsive infrastructure design. The consultant must adhere to survivor-centered ethical standards and produce reports in English. The ideal candidate possesses advanced knowledge of gender equality, EVAWG, and qualitative research methodologies, with specific experience in the Pacific context. This is a short-term consultancy based in Port Vila, requiring in-country field work and close coordination with government stakeholders and UN Women staff.
Closes 8/5/2026UN Women Communications and Advocacy Consultant, Tokyo, Japan
UN Women · 🇯🇵 Tokyo, Japan
UN Women seeks a Communications and Advocacy Consultant in Tokyo to lead advocacy, outreach, and communications efforts, enhancing the organization's profile in Japan. The role involves developing and implementing strategic work plans aligned with UN Women’s Strategic Plan, managing partnerships with the private sector (including the Unstereotype Alliance and HeForShe), and strengthening media relations. The consultant will design communications strategies, produce content for various platforms, and coordinate with HQ and national committees. Key deliverables include an advocacy strategy, expanded partnerships, and increased media exposure. The ideal candidate possesses strong writing skills in English and Japanese, experience in media relations, and a solid understanding of gender equality issues.
Closes 8/9/2026UN Women: National Consultant on Strategic Narrative Development for Gender Equality Advocacy, Home-based, Turkiye
UN Women · 🇹🇷 Türkiye
UN Women Türkiye seeks a National Consultant to develop a strategic narrative for the 'Push Forward Strategy Paper' under the 'Reimagining Gender Equality Across Generations and Communities' project. The role involves synthesizing evidence from grassroots consultations and participatory processes to create a coherent, hope-based narrative that advances gender equality advocacy in Türkiye. The Consultant will develop framing principles, audience-responsive approaches, and integrate these into the final strategy paper. Responsibilities include reviewing analytical outputs, identifying key themes, and ensuring alignment with international human rights standards. The assignment is home-based within Türkiye, lasting up to 25 working days until December 10, 2026, with travel covered by UN Women. The ideal candidate possesses strong conceptual thinking, strategic communication skills, and deep knowledge of gender equality issues in the Turkish context. They must demonstrate the ability to translate complex research into accessible, compelling narratives for diverse audiences, including civil society and youth. The role requires close coordination with the Programme Team and other consultants to ensure consistency across thematic sections. This is a short-term, daily fee-based contract requiring fluency in Turkish and English.
Closes 8/5/2026UN Women: National Consultant for CSO Engagement, Networking and International Advocacy, Home-based, Turkiye
UN Women · 🇹🇷 Türkiye
UN Women Türkiye seeks a National Consultant to provide substantive and technical support for the 'Strong Civic Space for Equality and Women’s Empowerment' project, funded by the European Union. The role focuses on enhancing the capacity of civil society organizations (CSOs), particularly women’s rights groups, to act as agents of transformative change toward gender equality. Key responsibilities include identifying opportunities to link the Turkish women’s movement with global networks, providing technical guidance for participation in international forums such as CSW and Generation Equality, and supporting advocacy against gender backlash. The consultant will also design training programs and knowledge products to help CSOs obtain ECOSOC consultative status, and support the organization of conferences and dialogues. The position is home-based in Türkiye with a maximum duration of 60 working days until July 31, 2027. The ideal candidate possesses advanced expertise in gender equality policies, international women’s mechanisms, and advocacy, with a proven track record of engaging with civil society and navigating complex political landscapes regarding gender rights.
Closes 7/29/2026Programme Associate, NPPSA6, (Empowering Women in Resilient Communities – Mpumalanga Province)
UN Women · 🇿🇦 South Africa
The Programme Associate supports the EntreprenHER programme, aimed at empowering women-owned micro-enterprises in Mpumalanga Province, South Africa. Reporting to the Deputy Representative, the role involves providing comprehensive administrative, logistical, and financial support to the Programme Team. Key responsibilities include preparing work plans, budgets, and proposals; managing financial transactions via the Quantum system (creating projects, budget revisions, vouchers); and supporting audit processes. The associate also facilitates knowledge sharing, organizes workshops, and assists with resource mobilization efforts. The ideal candidate possesses strong administrative and financial skills, proficiency in office software and ERP systems, and a deep understanding of gender issues. This role is critical for ensuring the effective implementation of programmes that increase women's economic participation and autonomy.
Closes 7/27/2026National Consultant to Provide Expert Support on inclusion and gender mainstreaming in EU integration, Kyiv, Ukraine, SSA
UN Women · 🇺🇦 Kyiv, Ukraine
UN Women seeks a National Consultant in Kyiv to provide expert technical support on inclusion and gender mainstreaming within Ukraine's EU integration process. The role involves advising the Office of the Deputy Prime Minister and the Governmental Office of Coordination on aligning national legislation with the EU Gender Equality acquis. Key responsibilities include screening national laws against EU negotiating chapters, developing propositions for legal revisions, providing policy advice on non-discrimination and gender equality, and preparing analytical briefs and presentations. The consultant will facilitate multi-stakeholder dialogues with government, parliament, and civil society, and support capacity-building training. The position requires fluency in English and Ukrainian, a Master's degree (or Bachelor's with two years' experience), and at least one year of relevant professional experience in human rights, gender equality, or public administration. The consultant will work on a partial office-based basis in Kyiv, with no anticipated travel, reporting to a Programme Specialist. The contract covers specific working days with progress reports due through mid-2027.
Closes 7/28/2026UN Women: International Consultant- Gender-Inclusive Entrepreneurship Ecosystem Development
UN Women · Home-based
UN Women seeks an International Consultant to lead the development and implementation of a Gender-Inclusive Entrepreneurship Ecosystem Strategy across the Asia-Pacific region. The role focuses on Women’s Economic Empowerment (WEE), specifically within the intersection of women’s entrepreneurship, gender financing, and climate action. The consultant will oversee the 'Care and Climate Entrepreneurship Accelerator' and the 'Care and Climate Catalyst Program Asia,' providing technical support, supervision, and capacity building for service providers and entrepreneurs. Key responsibilities include developing gender-responsive business curricula, creating a centralized entrepreneurship toolbox, and facilitating access to finance for women-owned enterprises. The consultant will also drive resource mobilization, policy advocacy with regional bodies like ASEAN and SAARC, and strategic partnerships with private sector investors and donors. The ideal candidate possesses strong technical expertise in gender-lens investing, climate economy, and women’s economic empowerment, with a proven track record of implementing entrepreneurship programming in the ASEAN region. The position requires excellent communication skills, the ability to engage diverse stakeholders, and a deep understanding of development contexts in South and Southeast Asia. This is a home-based consultancy with occasional travel to Bangkok.
Closes 7/29/2026International Consultant on Gender-Responsive Public Procurement
UN Women · 🇲🇩 Chisinau, Moldova
UN Women seeks an International Consultant to enhance the capacity of the Ministry of Finance and other public entities in Moldova to integrate gender considerations into public procurement regulations and practices. The role involves reviewing existing legislation to incorporate gender-responsive inclusion criteria, developing practical implementation tools such as guides and model specifications for at least four procurement categories, and facilitating stakeholder consultations to validate these measures. The consultant will also design and deliver training programs for contracting authorities, develop monitoring indicators and reporting templates, and create awareness materials to encourage the participation of women-owned businesses in public tenders. The ideal candidate possesses strong expertise in public procurement systems, gender mainstreaming, and policy analysis, with a proven ability to design capacity-building initiatives. This home-based consultancy requires fluency in English and involves delivering specific outputs between August 2026 and April 2027, reporting to the Gender Specialist-Women Economic Empowerment and Resilience.
Closes 8/3/2026Programme Associate NPSA6 (duty station: Amman) - Local Post for Nationals of Jordan
UN Women · 🇯🇴 Amman, Jordan
The Programme Associate (NPSA6) supports UN Women’s Women Count initiative in Jordan, focusing on gender data and statistics for the 2030 Agenda. The role provides comprehensive administrative, logistical, and financial support to the Women’s Economic Empowerment portfolio. Key responsibilities include managing programme work plans, budgets, and proposals; administering financial processes in the Quantum system (e.g., budget revisions, vouchers, payments); and facilitating knowledge sharing and resource mobilization. The incumbent collaborates with programme staff to ensure accurate reporting, audit readiness, and efficient service delivery. The position requires strong administrative skills, proficiency in office software (especially Excel), and experience with ERP systems. The ideal candidate is a national of Jordan with at least six years of progressively responsible experience in administration or programme management, fluent in Arabic and English, and capable of handling complex logistical and financial tasks within a gender-focused development context.
Closes 8/4/2026ONU MUJERES: Comunicador/a, La Paz, Bolivia, NPPSA 4
UN Women · 🇧🇴 La Paz, Bolivia
UN Women seeks a Communications Officer in La Paz, Bolivia, to design and implement communication strategies that promote women's leadership, economic empowerment, and the elimination of violence against women. The role involves developing innovative content for digital and traditional media, managing social media and web platforms, and monitoring campaign impact. The incumbent will coordinate with government institutions, civil society, and media partners to enhance the visibility of UN Women’s initiatives and ensure alignment with organizational standards and donor guidelines. The position requires a professional with a background in social communication or journalism, supported by experience in graphic design or audiovisual production. The ideal candidate will have at least four years of general work experience, including two years in gender-sensitive communication and human rights. Proficiency in Spanish is required, while English is desirable. The role focuses on strategic communication, content production, and stakeholder coordination to advance gender equality and women's rights in Bolivia.
Closes 8/5/2026National Consultant for Partnership, Planning and Coordination - Office Based (Local Post for Nationals of Egypt)
UN Women · 🇪🇬 Cairo, Egypt
UN Women seeks a National Consultant for Partnership, Planning and Coordination, based in Egypt, to support the Country Office's strategic objectives. The role focuses on managing strategic partnerships, facilitating resource mobilization, and providing technical guidance on strategic planning and Results-Based Management (RBM). The consultant will assist in developing the Strategic Note and workplans, ensuring alignment with the UN Sustainable Development Cooperation Framework. Key responsibilities include supporting the Deputy Country Representative, coordinating with the UN Resident Coordinator’s Office, and advancing UN system-wide accountability tools on gender equality. The position requires strong analytical skills, experience in donor relations, and the ability to work independently. It is an office-based consultancy with no travel requirements, reporting to the Deputy Country Representative.
Closes 8/2/2026UN Women: Cash and Voucher Specialist, Home-Based, National Consultant, Retainer – 2 Positions
UN Women · Home-based
UN Women is seeking two National Consultants on retainer to provide technical and operational support for Cash and Voucher Assistance (CVA) programs in Afghanistan. The role focuses on ensuring high-quality, gender-responsive cash assistance for women and girls amidst complex humanitarian and political challenges. Key responsibilities include leading the formulation and implementation of CVA interventions, providing capacity-building training to staff and partners, and managing beneficiary information systems for registration and verification. The consultant will also support the review of Standard Operating Procedures, engage with the Inter-Agency Cash Working Group to integrate gender priorities, and develop monitoring frameworks to ensure accountability and safety. Reporting to the Access, Coordination and Emergency Response Specialist, the consultant will work closely with the Kabul country office and five regional sub-offices. The position requires flexibility to handle emergencies and travel within Afghanistan. The ideal candidate possesses strong technical knowledge of CVA in humanitarian settings, proficiency in mobile data collection tools, and the ability to work effectively under pressure in multicultural teams. This home-based role offers a retainer contract with up to 200 working days, emphasizing the transfer of capacity and experience to strengthen UN Women’s internal institutional capabilities in the region.
Closes 8/9/2026UN Women: Cash and Voucher Specialist, Home-Based, International Consultant, Retainer – 2 Positions
UN Women · Home-based
UN Women is seeking two International Consultants on retainer to provide technical and operational support for Cash and Voucher Assistance (CVA) programs in Afghanistan. The role focuses on ensuring high-quality, gender-responsive humanitarian aid for women and girls amidst complex emergencies. Key responsibilities include leading the formulation and implementation of CVA strategies, providing capacity-building training to staff and partners, and managing beneficiary information systems for registration and verification. The consultant will also support the review of Standard Operating Procedures, engage with the Inter-Agency Cash Working Group to integrate gender priorities, and develop monitoring frameworks to ensure accountability and safety. Reporting to the Access, Coordination and Emergency Response Specialist, the consultant will work closely with the Kabul country office and five regional sub-offices. The position requires significant travel to Afghanistan and flexibility to adjust working hours during major humanitarian emergencies. The ideal candidate possesses strong technical knowledge of CVA in humanitarian settings, proven experience with mobile data collection tools, and the ability to work effectively under pressure in complex environments. This role aims to strengthen UN Women’s internal institutional capacity while delivering critical support to Afghan women and girls.
Closes 8/9/2026UN Women, Consultant to develop a report on “International Models for Gender-Responsive Procurement (GRP) Implementation in Public Procurement”, Home-based, National/ International Consultant
UN Women · 🇻🇳 Ha Noi, Viet Nam
UN Women seeks a National/International Consultant to develop a comprehensive report on 'International Models for Gender-Responsive Procurement (GRP) Implementation in Public Procurement.' This assignment supports the WE RISE Together (WRT) Phase 2 project, which aims to expand market access for Women-Owned Businesses (WOBs) and Gender Responsive Enterprises (GREs) in the Mekong subregion, specifically Vietnam. The consultant will analyze international GRP models, identify implementation challenges, and propose practical, operational recommendations adapted to Vietnam’s legal and institutional context. The primary target users are procurement officials at ministries and provincial governments, with secondary users including policy bodies and training institutions. Key responsibilities include developing a report framework, conducting desk reviews, facilitating targeted technical consultations with stakeholders such as the Public Procurement Agency, and producing draft and final reports in both English and Vietnamese. The role requires translating GRP policy intent into concrete procedures and tools to ensure consistent application across the public procurement ecosystem. The consultant will work home-based with occasional travel to the UN Women office in Vietnam for meetings. The contract runs from September 1, 2026, to February 28, 2027, with payments tied to deliverable milestones.
Closes 7/27/2026Consultant.e national.e pour réaliser une étude exploratoire sur les violences faites aux femmes et aux filles facilitées par la technologie (home-based)
UN Women · Home-based
UN Women is seeking a home-based Consultant to conduct an exploratory study on technology-facilitated gender-based violence (TFGBV) in Morocco, specifically in Casablanca and Fès. The role involves developing a methodological note, conducting a literature review, mapping key actors, and inventing forms of TFGBV. The consultant will facilitate in-person interviews and focus groups with stakeholders and beneficiaries, propose a program implementation plan, and present findings at a workshop in Rabat. The ideal candidate possesses a Master’s degree in a relevant social science field and at least five years of experience in qualitative research or evaluations. Strong expertise in women’s rights, human rights, and gender equality is essential, along with fluency in French and Arabic and practical knowledge of English. The consultant must demonstrate analytical skills, project management proficiency, and sensitivity to gender issues.
Closes 7/28/2026Communication and Ending Violence Against Women and Girls Advocacy Intern - Morocco
UN Women · 🇲🇦 Rabat, Morocco
UN Women Morocco seeks a Communication and Ending Violence Against Women and Girls (EVAWG) Advocacy Intern for a six-month term. The intern supports the EVAWG Programme Analyst in advocating for gender equality and combating violence against women and girls, specifically within the context of the 'Aamina' project. Key responsibilities include organizing meetings and events, enhancing the visibility of UN Women’s campaigns (such as the 16 Days of Activism), and drafting communication materials. The role requires translating content from French into Arabic and English, drafting terms of reference for service providers, and documenting lessons learned and human-centered stories. The intern will also support data collection for reporting and adapt visuals using design software. The ideal candidate is enrolled in a graduate program, in the final year of a bachelor's degree, or recently graduated, with studies in communications, law, international relations, or gender studies. Strong written and oral skills in French, Arabic, and English are essential, along with proficiency in Microsoft Office and design tools like Canva or Adobe Creative Suite. The position offers practical experience in UN communications and digital engagement while fostering a deeper understanding of gender equality mandates.
Closes 8/1/2026
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