National Consultant

Job Description

The consultant will be responsible for the following: Develop a methodology and corresponding tools and session plans to carry out the trainings for the executives of select tea estates of Assam; Compiling case laws, identifying areas of intersection among various laws applicable to the context of the programme being implemented by UN Women and share the compendium with UN Women; Assessment of the participants indicating their understanding pre- and post- training using questionnaires developed in consultation with UN Women; Documenting the training workshop and prepare a detailed report of each training including the list of participants. Deliverable 1: A Detailed workplan and methodology for the workshop onSexual Harassment of Women at Workplace Act, 2013. Tools, presentations and case laws contextualized to the areas of UN Womens programme focus to be compiled and shared with UN Women. Deliverable 2: Execution of the two- days training on the Sexual Harassment of Women at workplace Act in select locations in Assam. Conduct 2 training workshops for 25- 30 executives each from select tea- estates for 2 days duration in Assam. Conduct 2 training workshops for 25- 30 sub- staff each stationed at the tea estates (2 days duration). Conduct 2 trainings (1 in each cluster of three tea estates) for 25- 30 factory workers and assistants (2 days duration). Conduct 2 trainings (1 in each cluster of three tea estates) for 25- 30 hospital and school staff (2 days duration). Deliverable 3: Reports of each workshop including agenda, list of participants and assessment of the pre- test and post- test questionnaires reflecting changes in awareness of the participants. Competencies Corporate Competencies: Demonstrates commitment to UN Womens mission, vision and values; Displays cultural, gender, religion, race, nationality and age sensitivity and adaptability. Functional Competencies: Shares knowledge and experience; Actively works towards continuing personal learning, acts on learning plan and applies newly acquired skills. Ability to perform a variety of specialized tasks related to design, planning and implementation of programme, managing data, reporting; Ability to provide input to and use new IT based systems. Focuses on result for the client and responds positively to feedback; Consistently approaches work with energy and a positive, constructive attitude; Remains calm, in control even under pressure; Demonstrates openness to change and ability to manage complexities; Good understanding of gender and development in South Asia; Demonstrable ability to work in a team; Ability to work under pressure; Good writing and communication skills; Excellent computer literacy and skills. Required Skills and Experience Minimum Bachelors degreein Law(B.A. LLB) required. Master of Laws (LLM) is desirable. Minimum 7 years of professional experience as a practising lawyer. Previous demonstrable experience in training on women related laws. Proficiency in English and Hindi. Experience of working on gender related issues desirable. Experience of working in the development sector desirable. Fluency in English and working knowledge of Hindi. Interested applicants should apply to this announcement through UNDP jobs site: jobs.undp.org Interested individual consultants must submit the following documents/ information to demonstrate their qualifications in one single PDF document: Kindly note that the system will only allow one attachment, please combine all your documents into one (1) single PDF document. Applications without the completed UN Women P- 11 form will be treated as incomplete and will not be considered for further assessment; Applications received after the close date will not be accepted; Only short- listed candidates will be contacted. Criteria for shortlisting of CVs will be based on the following assessment: Required Degree and Qualification (5 points); Minimum Experience relevant to the assignment (5 points); Experience of working in gender related projects (5 points); Experience in the usage of computers and office software packages (MS Word, Excel, etc.) required and advance knowledge of spread sheet and database packages desirable. (5 points).,

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