UN Women, Advisor, Diversity Inclusion Shared Leadership I-PPSA12 New York USA
Organizational Context
UN Women is dedicated to gender equality and the empowerment of women. The Human Resource Division manages HR services and advises the Executive Director. This Advisor role, under the HR Director, will focus on creating a work environment free from prejudice by developing, implementing, and monitoring diversity and inclusion programs, building partnerships, and managing knowledge in this area.
Job Purpose
The Advisor for Diversity Inclusion Shared Leadership will contribute to achieving a work environment free of racial and all other prejudices within UN Women. This role is crucial for developing, implementing, and monitoring diversity and inclusion programs, aligning with UN Women's mission to eliminate discrimination and achieve gender equality. The position supports the Executive Board's recommendations on organizational culture and anti-racism, and plays a key part in fostering an inclusive workplace through data analysis, action planning, and collaborative initiatives.
Responsibilities
Key responsibilities include supporting the development, implementation, and monitoring of diversity and inclusion programs in collaboration with stakeholders and representative bodies. The role involves supporting the implementation of Executive Board recommendations on organizational culture and anti-racism. Developing diversity analytics, including benchmarking, tracking metrics, and generating reports to demonstrate program impact is essential. The Advisor will also develop and oversee an action plan to address racism and discrimination, advise on internal events related to discrimination, and collaborate on training programs for UN Women personnel. Establishing partnerships within and outside UN Women, including with other UN agencies, and sharing best practices are also key duties.
Work Experience
A minimum of 10 years of progressively responsible experience in gender equality, public policy, social justice, or human rights is required. This includes at least 6 years of experience in program management and policy development. Experience in diversity and inclusion, and specifically in an advisory capacity on racial discrimination, is essential. Experience in innovation and change management initiatives is desirable.
Skills
Core Competencies: Awareness and Sensitivity Regarding Gender Issues, Accountability, Creative Problem Solving, Effective Communication, Inclusive Collaboration, Stakeholder Engagement, Leading by Example. Functional Competencies: Conceptualizing strategic vision, policy research (qualitative and quantitative), interpersonal and communication skills, advocacy and policy advice, analytical skills, negotiation, cultural sensitivity, diplomatic skills, training and workshop facilitation, team building, conflict management and resolution.