UNESCO is seeking for international consultancy for the project “Addressing gender-based violence in higher education institutions”
Gender-based violence (GBV) is a widespread issue that manifests in various forms – physical, verbal, sexual, psychological, and socioeconomic – across different settings, including higher education institutions (HEIs). It can affect students, faculty, and administrative staff alike. Addressing GBV in HEIs requires robust data collection and analysis to understand its prevalence, nature, and impact, as well as the effectiveness of existing response mechanisms.
UNESCO is undertaking an initiative to collect and analyze data on GBV in higher education. The insights gained will guide the development of recommendations to prevent and address GBV in HEIs, while also equipping policymakers, higher education institutions, civil society, and other stakeholders with reliable data to combat this issue. This initiative aligns with the 2030 Agenda, particularly SDG 4 (targets 4.3, 4.5, and 4.a) and SDG 5.
UNESCO is seeking a qualified consultant(s) to support the implementation of Phase II of this project.
Key Responsibilities
The selected consultant(s) will contribute to the project’s objectives by:
- Supporting data collection, analysis, and synthesis across the selected countries.
- Engaging with higher education institutions, key stakeholders, and experts throughout the project’s implementation.
- Assisting in the preparation of the final project report.
Candidate Profile
- UNESCO invites applications from professionals with:
- Advanced qualifications in gender studies, higher education policy, human rights, sociology, or related fields.
- Proven experience in GBV research, policy analysis, and higher education governance.
- Strong analytical and writing skills, with a track record of producing research publications or policy briefs.
- Experience working with international organizations, academia, or NGOs on gender and education-related projects.
- Fluency in English is required; proficiency in other UN language is an asset.
Application Details
- Position: International Consultant – Gender-Based Violence in Higher Education Institutions
- Application Deadline: February 15, 2025
- How to Apply: Interested consultants should submit the following documents by February 15, 2025, to Info-iesalc@unesco.org, using the subject line: “Addressing Gender-Based Violence in Higher Education Institutions”:
- Technical and financial proposal
- CV
- Three samples of relevant research or policy documents
For further details, please refer to the Terms of Reference.
Terms of Reference for Call for International Consultancy in Gender-Based Violence in Higher Education Institutions
Source: UNESCO
