National Consultant to design materials developed within Gender and Reprodu at unfpa

Ashkhabad, Ashkhabad, Turkmenistan -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

24 Dec, 25

Salary

0.0

Posted On

25 Sep, 25

Experience

2 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Graphic Design, Gender Equality, Inclusivity, Human Rights, Social Media, Visualization, Communication, Training Materials, Reproductive Health, Community Engagement, Capacity Building, Manual Development, Survey Analysis, Feedback Incorporation, Language Proficiency, Consultancy

Industry

International Affairs

Description

TERMS OF REFERENCE (to be completed by Hiring Office) Hiring Office: UNFPA Turkmenistan CO Title: National Consultant to design materials developed within Gender and Reproductive Health programme in Russian and Turkmen languages Purpose of consultancy: Achieving gender equality and empowering all women and girls is one of the 17 Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) adopted at the United Nations Sustainable Development Summit in 2015. UNFPA works with both men and women of all ages to overcome gender inequality, improve SRH and reduce violence. To address gender inequality and reproductive rights, the engagement of men and boys is integrated throughout UNFPA work; it is reflected in how UNFPA does its work, and every aspect of work under the other areas reflect a commitment to gender equality. In 2022, UNFPA Turkmenistan continues the implementation of the third phase of its Regional Project on “Strengthening prevention and response to GBV in Central Asia” which is a part of a Central Asia programme funded by the Central Asia - UK Integrated Security Fund funding (ISF). The project aims at (i) promoting social norms changes as well as behavioural changes at community level; (ii) building capacity of key services providers and will strengthen GBV coordination mechanisms at national level. Within the Gender and Reproductive Health programme framework there were developed training materials, conducted surveys which resulted in the production of manuals, survey reports and other materials that require designing services. These products will be used in various activities of UNFPA CO to raise awareness of the population, youth and professionals on GEN and SRH issues, increase capacities of the national professionals, other. UNFPA plans to hire a National Consultant to design materials within Gender and SRH programmes in Russian and Turkmen languages. Scope of work: (Description of services, activities, or outputs) The National Consultant will perform the following: Review 6 products of materials provided by the Gender, SRH and Communication programme teams - 10 days by October 31, 2025: NAPGE 2021-2025 Assessment report; NAPGE 2026-2030 SitAn on social norms; Men Engagement training manual; Gender in Treatment training manual; Manual on psychological counselling for GBV survivors; Create draft visualisation design for the 6 products and share with the UNFPA team for feedback and comments - 10 days by November 17 November, 2025; Finalize upon received feedback - 15 days by December 10, 2025. Expected Outcomes and Deliverables: Deliverable 1: Draft designs of 6 products for comments and feedback – by November 17, 2025; Deliverable 2: Finalized designs of 6 products – by December 10, 2025. Duration and working schedule: Duration of this consultancy is 35 days from October 17, 2025 till December 10, 2025. Place where services are to be delivered: The consultant is expected to deliver the services in a home-based mode. Delivery dates and how work will be delivered (e.g. electronic, hard copy etc.): Dates for deliverables are provided under the section Scope of work. All deliverables will be provided in an electronic format. Monitoring and progress control, including reporting requirements, periodicity format and deadline: The UNFPA Communication Analyst will monitor the National Consultant’s work through reviewing submitted materials. Supervisory arrangements: The National Consultant will directly report and work under overall guidance of the UNFPA Communication Analyst. Expected travel: No travel is expected under this consultancy. Required expertise, qualifications and competencies, including language requirements: Advanced Degree in arts, design or related field. At least 2 years of professional experience in the design, conceptualization, visualization services. OR Bachelor’s Degree in respective field combined with additional 2 years of relevant experience Experience in knowledge in promoting gender equality, inclusivity and human rights. Knowledge and practical skills of working with social media. Excellent Turkmen and Russian. English language would be considered an asset. Demonstrated ability in working with graphic design programmes Inputs / services to be provided by UNFPA or implementing partner (e.g support services, office space, equipment), if applicable: UNFPA will provide the consultants with the available materials. Other relevant information or special conditions, if any: The consultancy fee is calculated based on NOB of UN salary scale effective 1 November 2020 and the payment will be made in a lump sum upon quality provision of the deliverables. The COA to charge: TKM05GEN, UKB87, MENEDUCATE, PU0074, 71305 TKM05GEN, UKB87, MSRGBV, PU0074, 71305 TKM05GEN, UKB87, GENNAP, PU0074, 71305 TKM05GEN, 3FPAM, MSRGBV, PU0074, 71305 UNFPA provides a work environment that reflects the values of gender equality, diversity, integrity and healthy work-life balance. We are committed to ensuring gender parity in the organization and therefore encourage women to apply. Reasonable accommodation may be provided to applicants with disabilities upon request, to support their participation in the recruitment process. Persons with disabilities, and individuals of other underrepresented groups are highly encouraged to apply. UNFPA promotes equal opportunities in terms of appointment, training, compensation and selection for all regardless of personal characteristics and dimensions of diversity.

Responsibilities

The National Consultant will review and design training materials related to Gender and Reproductive Health in Russian and Turkmen languages. They will create draft visualizations and finalize designs based on feedback from the UNFPA team.