Individual Consultant (International) on providing technical assistance to strengthening the system and mechanisms to promote gender equality in legislation
Quick answer
UNFPA Turkmenistan is hiring a remote-based international consultant (with a 3-day mission) to provide expert technical assistance for strengthening gender equality legislation, compensated according to the UN P4 salary scale.
- Role
- Individual Consultant (International) on providing technical assistance to strengthening the system and mechanisms to promote gender equality in legislation
- Organization
- UNFPA Turkmenistan CO
- Location
- Home-based with a 3-day mission to Turkmenistan
- Work setup
- Hybrid
- Level
- Senior
- Compensation
- Based on the P4 level of the UN Salary Scale for Professional and higher categories
- Category
- Policy & Advocacy
- Apply by
- 2026-07-01
The role
UNFPA Turkmenistan is seeking an international consultant to provide technical assistance to the Mejlis in strengthening legislative frameworks regarding gender equality and family well-being. The consultant will draft legal recommendations, compile international best practices, and conduct a 3-day mission to facilitate capacity-building workshops. This role focuses on aligning national laws with CEDAW recommendations and developing toolkits for local governance officials. The engagement spans 28 working days between July and December 2026.
What you'll do
- Draft comprehensive legal recommendations and statutory amendments in alignment with CEDAW.
- Compile and present international best practices on GBV and family well-being legislation.
- Conduct a 3-day in-country mission for consultations and capacity-building workshops.
- Develop policy briefs, training toolkits, and operational guides for local governance officials.
- Provide ongoing remote legal advisory support to the GBV Legislation Working Group.
What it takes
- Master's degree in Law, Human Rights, Gender Studies, or related fields.
- Minimum 7 years of experience in legislative development and policy implementation.
- Demonstrated expertise in capacity building and training.
- Excellent written and spoken English proficiency.
- Cultural and gender sensitivity, preferably with experience in Central Asia or CIS countries.
What you'll bring
How we treat you
Travel costs covered according to UNFPA’s Duty Travel Policy; international consultant contract.
Frequently asked questions
Is this position remote or in-office?
The role is primarily home-based, but it includes a mandatory 3-day mission to Turkmenistan scheduled between September and November 2026.
What is the compensation for this consultancy?
The fee is calculated based on the P4 level of the UN Salary Scale for Professional and higher categories effective January 1, 2026.
What are the primary qualifications required?
Candidates must hold a Master’s degree in a relevant field and possess at least 7 years of experience in legislative development, gender equality policy, and capacity building.
When does the consultancy start and how do I apply?
The contract duration is from July 1, 2026, to December 15, 2026; applicants should ensure they meet the expertise requirements outlined in the Terms of Reference.
How to apply
Apply directly on UNFPA Turkmenistan CO's site. We link straight through — no resume parsing, no profile to fill out.
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