National Consultant to Support the Development of the Generation Equality Youth Lab Training Programme
Organizational Context
UN Women in Georgia supports state and non-state partners to achieve substantive gender equality, focusing on policy, legislation, institutions, and grassroots initiatives. The organization prioritizes gender mainstreaming in governance, women's political participation, ending violence against women, economic empowerment, and the Women, Peace and Security agenda, aligning with the UN Sustainable Development Cooperation Framework.
Job Purpose
This role supports the development of the "Generation Equality Youth Lab," a UN Women initiative aimed at engaging young people in exploring gender equality, understanding discrimination, and examining the links between women's empowerment and broader development. The Lab will foster critical thinking, communication, and leadership skills among youth, empowering them to challenge discriminatory attitudes and promote equality. The objective is to cultivate a new generation of informed gender equality champions who can mobilize peers and drive positive change. The National Consultant will develop a comprehensive five-day curriculum for this program, ensuring it is youth-centered, engaging, and utilizes interactive learning methodologies.
Responsibilities
The National Consultant will develop a comprehensive, five-day "Generation Equality Youth Lab" curriculum, informed by global best practices and UN Women consultations. This includes defining clear learning objectives, thematic sessions, and participatory methodologies tailored for young people, prioritizing interactive and experiential learning. The consultant will create a detailed programme structure and session plans for each day, integrating approaches like critical reflection, storytelling, debates, and case studies. Measurable learning outcomes and assessment methods will be defined, alongside a practical component on youth-led initiatives and community action planning. The consultant will collaborate with UN Women for feedback and refinement, ultimately submitting a final, implementation-ready curriculum package.
Work Experience
A minimum of five years of relevant professional experience in gender equality and women's rights is required. Additionally, at least five years of experience delivering trainings on gender issues to diverse groups (government, civil society, private sector, grassroots) and proven experience in developing training manuals, modules, and programmes are necessary. A strong understanding of interactive learning methods and adult-learning techniques is also essential.
Skills
Commitment to continuous improvement, Risk management, Partnerships building, Resilience, Negotiation, Awareness and Sensitivity Regarding Gender Issues, Accountability, Creative Problem Solving, Effective Communication, Inclusive Collaboration, Stakeholder Engagement, Leading by Example.