Consultant - Integrating Women's Needs and Priorities into Policies and Strategies in Iraq
Quick answer
The Economic and Social Commission for Western Asia is hiring a remote Senior Consultant to develop a national guide on integrating women's needs and priorities into policies and strategies in Iraq, with a focus on capacity-building programs. The role is expected to last 5 months and requires a Master's degree and at least 8 years of experience in social development programs.
- Role
- Consultant - Integrating Women's Needs and Priorities into Policies and Strategies in Iraq
- Organization
- Economic and Social Commission for Western Asia
- Location
- Remotely
- Work setup
- Remote
- Level
- Senior
- Category
- Policy & Advocacy
The role
The Economic and Social Commission for Western Asia is seeking a Consultant to support the development of a national guide on integrating women's needs and priorities into sectoral and local policies and strategies, as well as to design and implement a capacity-building program.
What you'll do
- Review relevant documents to understand the ministry's functions and outputs
- Help organize and participate in a national workshop to develop a shared understanding of the challenges and resources available
- Prepare a draft national guide as a foundation for a comprehensive evidence-based planning framework
- Finalize the national guide based on workshop outputs and incorporate feedback from the team
- Contribute to the design and implementation of a national capacity-building program to enhance institutional and coordination mechanisms for integrating women's needs and priorities into sectoral and local policies
What it takes
- Master's degree in economics, sociology, law, women's issues, or a related field
- At least 8 years of professional experience in social development programs
- Experience in gender equality and women's empowerment programs
- Experience in developing and using indicators for women's empowerment
- Fluency in Arabic and English
- Experience as a trainer or facilitator in national programs
What you'll bring
Frequently asked questions
Where is the job located?
The job is remote.
What is the compensation?
Compensation is not specified.
What are the key qualifications required?
Key qualifications include a Master's degree, at least 8 years of experience in social development programs, and fluency in Arabic and English.
How do I apply?
Applications can be submitted through the provided link.
When is the application deadline?
Applications are due by September 9, 2026.
How to apply
Apply directly on Economic and Social Commission for Western Asia's site. We link straight through — no resume parsing, no profile to fill out.
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