National Senior Legal Consultant In Support Of Gender Equality, GRB And Social Inclusion Programmes, Tirane, Albania, Consultant Contract/Retainer Tirana, Albania Posting Date05/04/2026

Organizational Context

UN Women Albania, as part of the UN system, works to eliminate discrimination against women and girls and achieve gender equality. The Country Office's Strategic Note (2022-2026) focuses on equitable investment, innovative policy solutions, and gender-responsive governance to support Albania's sustainable development and EU integration. The office addresses key areas including ending violence against women, economic empowerment, and gender-responsive budgeting, aligning with national strategies and international commitments.

Job Purpose

This National Senior Legal Consultant role supports UN Women Albania's efforts to advance gender equality, social inclusion, and gender-responsive planning and budgeting. The consultant will provide expert legal, policy, and technical assistance to national institutions, particularly the Ministry of Health and Social Welfare (MoHSW), to strengthen legislative alignment, institutional capacity, and the implementation of gender equality commitments. The role is crucial for advancing the national gender equality agenda by ensuring policies and legal frameworks are gender-responsive and address intersectional vulnerabilities, contributing to a more equitable society in Albania.

Responsibilities

The consultant will provide legal, policy, and technical assistance on gender equality, gender-responsive planning and budgeting, and social inclusion/protection. Key duties include supporting the implementation of the Gender Equality Law, including drafting secondary legislation and advising on policy reforms and institutional responsibilities. The role involves strengthening institutional capacities of the MoHSW and other relevant bodies for effective implementation and reporting. Support will be provided for integrating gender equality into social inclusion and protection policies, and for applying gender impact assessments. Additionally, the consultant will assist the Albanian State Audit Institution (ALSAI) in integrating gender-responsive auditing principles and support capacity-building efforts for public administration and civil society organizations.

Work Experience

A minimum of 15 years of relevant professional experience in gender equality and women's empowerment is required. This includes demonstrated experience in legal and social policy development, social inclusion, and gender-responsive planning and budgeting. Proven experience with national and international legal frameworks related to gender equality and ending violence against women is essential. Experience in designing and delivering training, and collaborating with government institutions, civil society, and other stakeholders is also necessary. Prior experience with the UN system is an asset.

Skills

Legal analysis, policy development, gender equality, social inclusion, gender-responsive planning and budgeting, legislative alignment, institutional capacity strengthening, training and capacity building, stakeholder engagement, research and data analysis.

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