> Markdown version of [/jobs/ext/100236-consultant-on-weps-implementation-and-policy-development](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/jobs/ext/100236-consultant-on-weps-implementation-and-policy-development). Every page supports `.md` or `Accept: text/markdown`. Links point to the HTML versions so they work for humans too. Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Consultant on WEPs implementation and policy development - **Company:** United Nations Development Programme - **Location:** United States (Remote available) - **Experience:** Experienced - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** Data Analysis, Databases - **Published:** May 31, 2026 - **Apply:** https://www.indeed.com/viewjob?jk=8de6ad665195f7b6 ## About the Role Do you have experience in Policy analysis?, Do you have a Bachelor's degree?, Core Values: * Integrity; * Professionalism; * Respect for Diversity. Core Competencies: * Awareness and Sensitivity Regarding Gender Issues; * Accountability; * Creative Problem Solving; * Effective Communication; * Inclusive Collaboration; * Stakeholder Engagement; * Leading by Example., * Good knowledge and understanding of gender equality and women's economic empowerment frameworks, including the Women's Empowerment Principles (WEPs), and their application within private sector operations. * Experience in supporting engagement with private sector companies and business associations, including communication, coordination, and follow-up with partners. * Demonstrated experience in supporting the review, development, and adaptation of corporate policies and practices related to gender equality, including conductingself-assessments and developing and implementing Gender Action Plans. * Experience in data collection, organization, and management, including development and maintenance of databases and tracking tools (e.g. training participants, partner engagement, outreach activities). * Experience in supporting the organization and delivery of capacity-building and awareness-raising activities (e.g. webinars, workshops), including preparation of materials and coordination with participants. * Ability to contribute to monitoring and reporting processes, including consolidation and analysis of data, and preparation of progress updates and reports in line with Results-Based Management (RBM) principles. * Strong communication and organizational skills, with the ability to support engagement with diverse stakeholders and respond to ad hoc programme needs., Advanced (Masters) degree in Economics, Marketing, Sociology, Gender Studies, Social Sciences or related field., * Minimum 2 years of relevant work experience (after Master's degree) in the field of labour market, private sector, gender equality and women's economic empowerment; * Previous experience on providing trainings and consulting for private business on women economic empowerment; * Previous experience of gender analysis, surveys, research, assessments, development of gender-responsive policies and procedures; * Proven experience of work with different stakeholders, including private sector, CSOs and development partners. Experience of work with UN will be considered as an asset; * Advanced understanding of gender equality, Women's Empowerment Principles and women's economic empowerment. Languages: * Fluency in verbal and written English and Ukrainian is required. ## Description As part of its work, UN Women is seeking a National Consultant to support private companies and business associations, including current and potential WEPs signatories, in advancing the implementation of the Women's Empowerment Principles. The Consultant will provide practical support to companies in assessing, developing, reviewing, and adapting internal policies and practices related to gender equality and women's economic empowerment, including areas such as equal opportunities, non-discrimination, prevention of sexual harassment, and inclusive workplace practices. The Consultant will also contribute to the organization and follow-up of capacity-building activities, support engagement with companies and partners, and assist with ad hoc requests related to WEPs implementation and partnership development. [1] State Statistics Service of Ukraine (2021). Indicators for monitoring gender equality in Ukraine. Monitoring report, p. 31. Available at: link . [2] Ukraine (2020). National Action Plan for the Implementation of UN Security Council Resolution 1325 "Women, Peace, Security" until 2025, approved by Order No. 1544-r of the Cabinet of Ministers of Ukraine of 28 October 2020. [3] Milana Nikolko, Samuel MacIsaac and David Carment (2021). "The Impact of Ukraine's Informal Economy on Women: Mobilizing Canada's Diaspora for Growth and Opportunity During Crisis", in Political Turmoil in a Tumultuous World , pp. 295-315. Palgrave Macmillan, Cham. [4] State Statistics Service of Ukraine (2018). Socio-demographic characteristics of households in Ukraine in 2018. Statistical bulletin. Available at: link to Ukrainian source . [5] Jurfem Association of Women Lawyers (2020). Impact of COVID-19 on women's rights in Ukraine. Available at: link . [6] IOM, Key Figures: Mobility and Displacement, 2024 link Description of Responsibilities /Scope of Work Under the overall guidance of the UN Women Representative and direct supervision by the WEE Programme Specialist/Project Manager, and in close cooperation with the WEE Programme Analyst, Private Sector Partnership Analyst and the Consultant on Support to the Private Sector Partners on Implementation of Women's Economic Empowerment Initiatives, the National Consultant will provide technical and coordination support in the implementation of WEPs-related activities. The Consultant will support private companies and business associations, including current and potential WEPs signatories, contribute to the collection and systematization of data on trainings and participants (including the development and maintenance of a consolidated database), assist in the preparation and follow-up of capacity-building activities, and provide support to companies in reviewing, internal policies and practices and revising and/or developing gender-reponsive corporate policies and procedures. The Consultant will also support ongoing communication, reporting, and ad hoc requests related to WEPs implementation and partnership development. The assignment will include, but will not be limited to, the following tasks: * Provide support to private companies and business associations in reviewing, developing, and adapting internal policies and practices related to gender equality and women's economic empowerment, including contributing to self-assessments and Gender Action Plans. * Develop, consolidate, and maintain databases related to WEPs activities, including training participants, outreach activities, and partner engagement, ensuring data accuracy and regular updates. * Support the implementation and coordination of WEPs engagement activities in line with programme priorities. * Assist in identifying and sharing relevant opportunities for companies (e.g. partnerships, initiatives, or other forms of support) related to WEPs implementation. * Contribute to the implementation of initiatives engaging private sector companies in advancing women's economic empowerment. * Prepare regular progress updates and final reports, including consolidation of data, lessons learned, and recommendations. * Support engagement with companies through online and in-person formats, including possible field visits to partner companies and business associations, as required. ## Related Videos - [Data Science in Retail](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/586-data-science-in-retail) - [Kubernetes and Microservices with Multi-Model Databases](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/382-kubernetes-and-microservices-with-multi-model-databases) - [Putting People at the Center: Women in Tech and the Future of Work](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1749-putting-people-at-the-center-women-in-tech-and-the-future-of-work) - [Data Science on Software Data](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/162-data-science-on-software-data) - [Fault Tolerance and Consistency at Scale: Harnessing the Power of Distributed SQL Databases](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1146-fault-tolerance-and-consistency-at-scale-harnessing-the-power-of-distributed-sql-databases) - [Why Eastern Europe Has More Women Developers — and What the West Can Learn](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/2111-why-eastern-europe-has-more-women-developers-and-what-the-west-can-learn) ## Related Articles - [Average Salary in Poland](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/270-average-salary-in-poland) - [UK Business Culture and Etiquette](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/326-uk-business-culture-and-etiquette) - [Data Analyst Salary in the UK](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/278-data-analyst-salary-in-the-uk) - [Starter Kit For Job Applications For Developers](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/7-starter-kit-for-job-applications-for-developers) - [Data Engineer Salary UK](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/253-data-engineer-salary-uk) - [Fully Remote Software Engineer Jobs](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/447-fully-remote-software-engineer-jobs)