International Consultant, Social Norms Framework Operationalization

Responsibilities

• Map existing social norms programming across Europe and Central Asia through desk reviews of regional and country office programmes
• Analyze regional programming using the UN Women Social Norms Framework (Ideologies, Institutions and Power)
• Assess the extent to which pathways for social norms change are being pursued
• Develop a concise operational plan (up to 10 pages) to translate the corporate framework into practical, regionally contextualized actions
• Create practical tools such as programming questions, mapping templates, or monitoring approaches
• Identify priority entry points for regional action on discriminatory social norms
• Present findings and the final operational plan to ECARO colleagues

Requirements

• Advanced university degree (Masters or equivalent) in gender studies, sociology, social or political sciences, or a relevant field
• At least 5 years of professional experience in gender equality and women's empowerment programming, policy development, or research
• Demonstrated experience conducting analytical reviews and translating research into operational guidance
• Proven knowledge of social norms theories and their application to programming
• Experience working with UN Women or other United Nations entities/international organizations is required
• Excellent writing skills and ability to work independently within agreed timelines
• Fluency in English is required

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience working on gender equality issues specifically in Europe and Central Asia
• Knowledge of any other UN official language