National Consultant to Support the Development of the “Generation Equality Youth Lab” Training Programme

Position details

• Grade: Not Applicable
• Vacancy type: Individual Consultancy
• Education and experience: Master's Degree - 5 year(s) experience OR Bachelor's Degree - 7 year(s) experience
• Desired languages: Georgian and English
• Application deadline: 2026-11-18T19:59:00+00:00

Background:

UN Women, grounded in the vision of equality enshrined in the Charter of the United Nations, works for the elimination of discrimination against women and girls; the empowerment of women; and the achievement of equality between women and men as partners and beneficiaries of development, human rights, humanitarian action and peace and security. UN Women in Georgia supports state and non-state partners towards the achievement of substantive gender equality in Georgia. In line with national and international commitments, UN Women works on the levels of policy and legislation, institutions and grassroots, in order to achieve transformative results for increased gender equality and greater protection of the rights of women and girls. UN Women puts special emphasis on the work towards gender mainstreaming in good governance reforms and enhancing women’s political participation, ending violence against women, promoting and supporting women’s economic empowerment, and Women, Peace and Security agenda. Along with these key priority areas that constitute UN Women’s mandate, UN Women interventions in Georgia are anchored in the United Nations Sustainable Development Cooperation Framework (UNSDCF) in Georgia.

Progress towards gender equality remains slow and uneven, while resistance to women’s rights continues to grow globally. The UN Secretary-General’s report Women’s Rights in Review 30 Years After Beijing[1] highlights that nearly one-quarter of governments worldwide reported a backlash against women’s rights in 2024. Similarly, The Gender Snapshot 2025[2], produced by UN Women and the United Nations Department of Economic and Social Affairs (UN DESA), estimates that, at the current pace, gender parity in managerial positions will take nearly a century to achieve. These trends underscore the need for renewed efforts to challenge entrenched gender norms and accelerate progress towards equality. Engaging young people is critical to these efforts, as they can challenge stereotypes, shape public attitudes and drive social change. In Georgia, research suggests that younger generations generally hold more egalitarian attitudes than older groups on several aspects of gender equality. However, this progress cannot be taken for granted: traditional gender norms persist, while international evidence points to growing polarization among young people, particularly between women and men. Investing in youth engagement, critical thinking and leadership is therefore essential to equip young people with the knowledge, skills and confidence to challenge discrimination and advance gender equality.

Against this backdrop and with the support of the Norwegian Agency for Development Cooperation (Norad), UN Women will be developing and conducting the Generation Equality Youth Lab. The Generation Equality Youth Lab is a flagship UN Women initiative designed as a five-day programme bringing together young people to explore gender equality, understand inequalities and discrimination, and examine the links between women’s empowerment and broader political, economic and social development. Through interactive learning, critical reflection, storytelling, debates and creative exercises, participants will explore how social norms, language, media and digital spaces shape attitudes and behaviours. The Lab will strengthen their critical thinking, communication and leadership skills, equipping them to challenge discriminatory attitudes, engage constructively with diverse perspectives and promote equality in their everyday environments. Ultimately, the initiative aims to cultivate a new generation of informed and confident gender equality champions who can mobilize their peers, build alliances and drive positive change in their communities and beyond.

To support the development of the Generation Equality Youth Lab curricula, UN Women intends to engage a National Consultant. The National Consultant will report to the UN Women Programme Specialist and UN Women Project Analyst and will be supported by the UN Women Project Assistant, who will be the point of contact for contractual and payment matters. In close coordination and under the overall guidance of UN Women, the consultant will undertake the tasks outlined below.

Description of Responsibilities/ Scope of Work

• Develop a comprehensive five-day Generation Equality Youth Lab curriculum, informed by global best practices, innovative learning methodologies and consultations with UN Women. The curriculum should translate the initiative’s thematic priorities into a coherent learning experience, with clearly defined learning objectives, thematic sessions and participatory methodologies tailored to young people.
• Ensure the curriculum is youth-centered, engaging and innovative, moving beyond conventional training formats dominated by lectures and presentations. The programme should prioritize interactive, experiential and creative learning approaches that reflect young people’s interests, encourage active participation and create an engaging environment for critical thinking, dialogue and collaborative problem-solving.
• Develop a programme structure and session plans for each of the five days, outlining key topics, learning objectives, facilitation approaches, interactive activities, estimated duration and expected learning outcomes.
• Integrate participatory and experiential learning approaches, including critical reflection, storytelling, group discussions, debates, role-play, case studies and creative exercises, to encourage active engagement, peer learning and the practical application of knowledge.
• Define measurable learning outcomes and assessment methods, including approaches to assess participants’ knowledge, skills and attitudes at the beginning and end of the programme, as well as opportunities for reflection on how participants can apply their learning in their communities.
• Integrate a practical component on youth-led initiatives and community action planning, enabling participants to identify opportunities to apply their learning, mobilize their peers and develop ideas for small-scale initiatives that promote gender equality in their communities.
• Consult with UN Women throughout the development process to review and refine the proposed programme structure, thematic content and ensuring alignment with the objectives and intended results of the Generation Equality Youth Lab.
• Submit a final, consolidated curriculum package incorporating UN Women’s feedback and ready for implementation.

 

Deliverables	Expected completion time (due day)	Payment Schedule (optional)
A brief inception report outlining the proposed approach, methodology, workplan and preliminary structure of the five-day Generation Equality Youth Lab, ensuring alignment with the key thematic areas identified by UN Women	by 25 November 2026 (5 days)	29% payment by December 2026
A comprehensive draft curriculum in Georgian, including the five-day programme agenda, detailed session plans, participatory and experiential learning methodologies, interactive exercises and facilitation approaches tailored to young people.	By 10 January 2027 (8 days)	71% payment by February 2026
A consolidated, implementation-ready curriculum in Georgian incorporating UN Women’s feedback, including the final programme agenda, assessment tools and additional guidance for facilitators.	By 20 January 2027 (4 days)

 

Consultant’s Workplace and Official Travel

This is a home-based consultancy;

As part of this assignment, no travel will be necessary.
 

Competencies:

Core Values:

• Integrity;
• Professionalism;
• Respect for Diversity.

Core Competencies:

• Awareness and Sensitivity Regarding Gender Issues;
• Accountability;
• Creative Problem Solving;
• Effective Communication;
• Inclusive Collaboration;
• Stakeholder Engagement;
• Leading by Example.

Please visit this link for more information on UN Women’s Values and Competencies Framework: 

Functional Competencies:

• Commitment to continuous improvement 
• Risk management
• Partnerships building 
• Resilience 
• Negotiation 

Required Qualifications:

Academic Background:

• University degree (Master’s) in gender/women’s studies, human rights, sociology, law, international development or related field
• Bachelor’s degree in public policy, law, human rights in combination with additional two years of relevant working experience might be considered in lieu of the master’s degree

Relevant Work Experience:

• At least five (5) years (seven (7) years in case of bachelor’s degree) of relevant professional experience in the field of gender equality and women’s rights
• At least five (5) years (seven (7) years in case of bachelor’s degree) experience of delivering trainings on gender issues to government officials, civil society, private sector companies or grassroots’ communities.
• At least five (5) years (seven (7) years in case of bachelor’s degree) of proven experience in developing training manuals, modules and programmes;
• Sound understanding of interactive learning methods and adult-learning techniques

Languages:

• Fluency in Georgian and good knowledge of English is required. 

Statements:

In July 2010, the United Nations General Assembly created UN Women, the United Nations Entity for Gender Equality and the Empowerment of Women. The creation of UN Women came about as part of the UN reform agenda, bringing together resources and mandates for greater impact. It merges and builds on the important work of four previously distinct parts of the UN system (DAW, OSAGI, INSTRAW and UNIFEM), which focused exclusively on gender equality and women's empowerment.

Diversity and inclusion:

At UN Women, we are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive environment of mutual respect. UN Women recruits, employs, trains, compensates, and promotes regardless of race, religion, color, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, ability, national origin, or any other basis covered by appropriate law. All employment is decided on the basis of qualifications, competence, integrity and organizational need.

If you need any reasonable accommodation to support your participation in the recruitment and selection process, please include this information in your application.

UN Women has a zero-tolerance policy on conduct that is incompatible with the aims and objectives of the United Nations and UN Women, including sexual exploitation and abuse, sexual harassment, abuse of authority and discrimination. All selected candidates will be expected to adhere to UN Women’s policies and procedures and the standards of conduct expected of UN Women personnel and will therefore undergo rigorous reference and background checks. (Background checks will include the verification of academic credential(s) and employment history. Selected candidates may be required to provide additional information to conduct a background check.)

Note: Applicants must ensure that all sections of the application form, including the sections on education and employment history, are completed. If all sections are not completed the application may be disqualified from the recruitment and selection process.