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<h2 class="h5">Job description</h2> <div class="t-break" data-jb-field="description"> Result of Service<br>The consultant is expected to provide a final report that includes recommendations to ensure alignment and consistency between the internal regulations related to the Labour Law, particularly those affecting the implementation of flexible work arrangements, and to develop draft by-laws governing the implementation of these new flexible work arrangements.<br> Work Location<br>Remote<br> Expected duration<br>3 months<br> Duties and Responsibilities<br>Background In May 2025, the Lebanese Parliament adopted Law No. 3/2025, amending the Labour Law to formally recognize flexible, part-time, and remote work arrangements and to extend National Social Security Fund (NSSF) coverage of workers. This new law was proposed by the Head of the Women and Children Parliamentary Committee following a process that included a case study on childcare in Lebanon, public hearings and dialogues, in addition to a legal study and meetings, all in collaboration between ESCWA and the committee. This reform represents a milestone in Lebanon’s labour and social protection framework, aiming to promote inclusive and equitable access to employment. It is particularly significant for advancing women’s economic participation, as flexible and family-friendly work arrangements can help reduce barriers that prevent women - especially those with caregiving responsibilities - from entering or remaining in the workforce. In order to ensure the effective implementation of the new law, ESCWA, UN Women, and the International Labour Organization (ILO) joined hands to provide technical assistance to the Lebanese Women and Children Parliamentary Committee to support its follow-up on the implementation of the law as part of the Parliament’s role in post-legislative scrutiny. The process entailed a legal study/advice to propose reforms and updates to the internal laws and regulations of the Lebanese National Social Security Fund (NSSF). These reforms and updates are necessary to allow for the implementation of Law No. 3/2025 without misuse of the new arrangements for fraudulent purposes, which, in turn, serves as a foundational input to guide the actuarial feasibility study leading to the full implementation of the labour law reform while also ensuring the benefits of this reform are utilized appropriately and fairly. These efforts must be aligned with the Labor Law and its implementing by-laws. Therefore, updates and reforms to the Ministry of Labor's by-laws are necessary to ensure the full and coherent implementation of the Labor Law reforms. Objective and methodology Against this backdrop, ESCWA, as it continues its technical support to ensure a full implementation of Law No. 3/2025, seeks to hire a consultant to undertake necessary research, advise and support the reform of the by-laws of the labour code in full alignment with the NSSF internal regulations. The consultant will work in collaboration with the Ministry of Labour, the NSSF and the technical team working on the implementation of the law reform. Tasks and responsibilities The consultant will be responsible for the following tasks: - Desk review: Conduct a revision of the Ministry of Labour relevant rules and internal regulations and by-laws in conjunction with those of the NSSF; - Ensure alignment of the internal regulations between the two entities; - Undertake consultations with involved stakeholders on the relevance and consequences of different options and alternatives to ensure the effective implementation of Flexible Work Arrangements including the required actuarial studies; - Suggest labour-law related by-laws for the Ministry of Labour, specifically in relation to flexible work arrangements; - Propose monitoring and evaluation procedures for the application of the amended labour law. The consultant is expected to provide regular updates on the work progress.<br> Qualifications/special skills<br>A master's degree in Lebanese law is required. All candidates must submit a copy of the required educational degree. Incomplete applications will not be reviewed. A minimum of 5 years of professional work experience in areas related to law reform and changes is required. Previous experience in working on labour law and/or social security laws is desirable. Previous experience in working on labor and social security laws in Lebanon is desirable.<br> Languages<br>English and French are the working languages of the United Nations Secretariat; and Arabic is a working language of ESCWA. For this position, fluency in Arabic is required. Knowledge of French and English is desirable. Note: “Fluency” equals a rating of ‘fluent’ in all four areas (speak, read, write, and understand) and “Knowledge of” equals a rating of ‘confident’ in two of the four areas.<br> Additional Information<br>Not available.<br> No Fee<br>THE UNITED NATIONS DOES NOT CHARGE A FEE AT ANY STAGE OF THE RECRUITMENT PROCESS (APPLICATION, INTERVIEW MEETING, PROCESSING, OR TRAINING). THE UNITED NATIONS DOES NOT CONCERN ITSELF WITH INFORMATION ON APPLICANTS’ BANK ACCOUNTS.<br><br><br> </div>

<h2 class="h5">Job description</h2> <div class="t-break" data-jb-field="description"> Result of Service<br>The consultant is expected to provide inputs to planned outputs including knowledge products and meetings under the ESCWA Centre for Women projects, to support the achievement of its set objectives.<br> Work Location<br>Remotely<br> Expected duration<br>3 Months<br> Duties and Responsibilities<br>I. BACKGROUND This assignment is located at the Gender Justice, Population, and Inclusive Social Development Cluster, with the goals of providing research support to ongoing work in the Gender Justice and the Law Initiative. This assignment is commissioned under the supervision of the Chief of ESCWA Centre for Women, in close collaboration with other team members. The consultant will be tasked to support the annual review of the Arab countries legislation under the Gender Justice and the Law Initiative as well as undertaking original research to build a knowledge base on emerging legal issues and identify viable policy response options. II. WORK ASSIGNMENT The consultant is expected to support the successful completion of the project's components under the following two main deliverables, each comprising the items listed below: Deliverable One (10 days after commencement of agreement) - Developing an Excel workbook with separate tabs for each country, listing new legislative amendments and providing a legal assessment of whether these amendments bring national laws closer to international standards. - Conduct legal analyses and contribute to drafting technical papers evaluating national legislation in relation to international standards, including CEDAW, the Beijing Platform for Action and Security Council resolutions. Deliverable two (mid-December) - Support the development of legal reform recommendations for member States, including reviewing draft laws, identifying gaps, and proposing amendments to strengthen gender justice frameworks. - Prepare country-specific legislative assessments and coding updates under the Gender Justice and the Law initiative, ensuring accuracy, methodological consistency and alignment with global human rights instruments. - Identifying which laws warrant a change in color coding and presenting a legal justification for the proposed revisions. - Developing the 2026 narrative report and PowerPoint presentation capturing the key changes in 2026, as well as the main opportunities, challenges, and the way forward. - Provide text insertions for country summary reports and coordinate with CMS designers on inserting and updating content in the reports. - Contribute to the planning and organization of the event for announcing the annual results of the Gender Justice and the Law Initiative. - Conduct training seminars and workshops for government officials and other stakeholders. - Undertake other duties as needed.<br> Qualifications/special skills<br>An advanced university degree (master’s degree or equivalent) preferably in Gender Studies, Sociology, Law, Economics, or other social science or related field is required. A first level university degree in combination with two additional years of qualifying experience may be accepted in lieu of the advanced university degree. All candidates must submit a copy of the required educational degree. Incomplete applications will not be reviewed. A minimum of five years of progressively responsible professional experience in socio-economic development, legal and policy analysis, sociological research or related areas is required. Research experience on gender-related issues is required. Experience in the Arab region is desirable.<br> Languages<br>English and French are the working languages of the United Nations Secretariat; and Arabic is a working language of ESCWA. For this position, fluency in English and Araic is required. Note: “Fluency” equals a rating of ‘fluent’ in all four areas (speak, read, write, and understand) and “Knowledge of” equals a rating of ‘confident’ in two of the four areas.<br> Additional Information<br>Not available.<br> No Fee<br>THE UNITED NATIONS DOES NOT CHARGE A FEE AT ANY STAGE OF THE RECRUITMENT PROCESS (APPLICATION, INTERVIEW MEETING, PROCESSING, OR TRAINING). THE UNITED NATIONS DOES NOT CONCERN ITSELF WITH INFORMATION ON APPLICANTS’ BANK ACCOUNTS.<br><br><br> </div>

Company Description - Software Solutions is a leading provider of software and IT solutions with over 35 years of experience, serving clients in Lebanon, Saudi Arabia, Qatar, and across the MENA region. Supported by a team of more than 200 professionals, the company delivers high-quality, integrated solutions that streamline business processes and enable digital transformation. The company offers a wide range of products, including ERP systems with HR and payroll modules, specialized payroll and school systems, POS, e-commerce platforms, mobile sales automation, and warehouse management solutions. The company maintains strong partnerships with global technology leaders such as SAP, Microsoft, LS Retail, Odoo, and others, ensuring access to advanced tools and best practices. With a robust project management approach, the company focuses on seamless implementation and tailored solutions that help organizations grow and operate more efficiently. <br> <br>Role Description The HR Payroll Functional Consultant is a full-time, on-site role based in Ras Beirut. This role is responsible for analyzing client HR and payroll requirements, configuring and testing payroll modules, and ensuring accurate and compliant payroll processes within the company's software solutions. Day-to-day tasks include gathering and documenting business needs, designing functional workflows, supporting data migration, and validating payroll calculations, tax rules, and employee benefits setup. The consultant collaborates closely with clients and internal technical teams to provide training, resolve functional issues, optimize HR and payroll processes, and support system updates or enhancements. The role also involves preparing user documentation, conducting system demonstrations, and contributing to continuous improvement of the company's HR and payroll offerings. <br> <br>Qualifications <br> <br> <br> <br> Candidates should possess strong skills in Payroll Administration and Payroll Services, including payroll configuration, processing, and compliance. <br> Candidates should possess solid Human Resources (HR) knowledge, with experience in HR policies, employee records management, and HR workflows. <br> Candidates should possess robust Analytical Skills, including the ability to interpret data, diagnose issues, and propose process improvements. <br> Candidates should possess understanding of Employee Benefits, including setup and management of benefits, allowances, and deductions. <br> Bachelor's degree in HR, Business Administration, Accounting, Information Systems, or a related field. <br> Experience implementing or supporting HR and payroll modules within ERP or business software solutions. <br> Familiarity with regional labor laws and payroll regulations in Lebanon and the broader MENA region. <br> Strong communication and client-facing skills, with the ability to conduct trainings and workshops. <br> Proficiency in MS Excel and HR/payroll reporting; experience with major ERP platforms is an advantage. <br> Ability to work collaboratively in cross-functional teams and manage multiple projects or client engagements

About the Employer <br>The Employer is a leading ERP implementation partner in Lebanon, delivering tailored business solutions to clients across various industries. Their mission is to help organizations streamline operations, improve efficiency, and achieve sustainable growth through world-class ERP systems. <br> <br>Job Summary <br>We are seeking an ERP Functional Consultant with proven experience in ERP implementation to join our Client’s dynamic team. The ideal candidate will act as the bridge between the Employer’s clients’ business needs and the Employer’s technical team, ensuring the successful delivery of customized ERP solutions. <br> <br>Key responsibilities <br>• Requirement Gathering: Meet with clients to understand their business processes, needs, and pain points. <br>• Business Process Analysis: Map client requirements to the ERP’s functionalities and identify gaps. <br>• Solution Design: Configure the ERP modules to align with client business workflows. <br>• Implementation: Lead module setup, testing, and deployment across multiple departments. <br>• Training & Support: Provide end-user training and prepare documentation/user manuals. <br>• Project Coordination: Work closely with technical developers to ensure timely and accurate customization. <br>• Testing & Validation: Conduct functional testing, UAT, and system validation before go-live. <br>• Client Relationship Management: Serve as the primary functional contact throughout the project lifecycle. <br>• Post-Go-Live Support: Provide ongoing assistance and process optimization guidance. <br>Required skills & qualifications <br>• Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Accounting, Finance, Industrial Engineering, Information Systems, or related field. <br>• Minimum 2–3 years of experience in ERP implementation (Odoo experience is highly preferred). <br>• Strong understanding of business processes in one or more of the following areas: Accounting, Inventory, Sales, Purchasing, Manufacturing, HR, or CRM. <br>• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and process-mapping skills. <br>• Proficiency in both English and Arabic; French is a plus. <br>• Strong communication and presentation abilities. <br>• Ability to work independently and as part of a team under tight deadlines. <br>Preferred Skills <br>• Hands-on experience with Odoo Community or Enterprise editions. <br>• Knowledge of database concepts and basic understanding of Python (for functional-technical discussions). <br>• PMP, Agile, or other project management methodology exposure. <br>• Prior work experience with an Odoo partner or ERP consulting firm in Lebanon or the region

<p><h4>Job summary</h4> <p>The Presales Consultant will work closely with the sales and delivery teams to understand customer needs, prepare technical and commercial proposals, conduct solution demonstrations, and support the sales cycle from qualification through proposal submission.</p> <h4>Key responsibilities</h4> <ul> <li>Engage with customers to understand business and technical requirements.</li> <li>Conduct discovery sessions and gather customer needs.</li> <li>Design and present solution proposals aligned with customer requirements.</li> <li>Prepare presentations, RFP/RFI/RFQ responses, and technical documentation.</li> <li>Deliver product demonstrations and solution walkthroughs.</li> <li>Collaborate with delivery and technical teams to develop solution architectures.</li> <li>Support the sales team throughout the sales cycle.</li> <li>Stay updated on market trends and enterprise technology solutions.</li> <li>Build strong relationships with customers and technology partners.</li> </ul> <h4>Requirements</h4> <ul> <li>3+ years of experience in a presales, solution consulting, or solution architect role.</li> <li>Experience with at least one enterprise platform such as: <ul> <li>SAP</li> <li>ServiceNow</li> <li>OpenText</li> <li>Boomi</li> <li>Microsoft Dynamics 365</li> <li>Oracle ERP</li> <li>Salesforce</li> </ul> </li> <li>Previous experience working with ERP or enterprise software solutions is highly preferred.</li> <li>Strong understanding of business processes and digital transformation.</li> <li>Experience preparing technical proposals and responding to RFPs.</li> <li>Excellent presentation and communication skills.</li> <li>Ability to explain technical concepts to both technical and non-technical stakeholders.</li> <li>Strong English communication skills.</li> </ul> <h4>Preferred qualifications</h4> <ul> <li>Experience in enterprise integrations, cloud solutions, or workflow automation.</li> <li>Experience working with enterprise customers in the Middle East is a plus.</li> <li>Relevant vendor certifications (SAP, ServiceNow, Boomi, OpenText, etc.) are advantageous.</li> </ul></p><p></p>

<h2 class="h5">Job description</h2> <div class="t-break" data-jb-field="description"> Result of Service<br>The consultant is to support the Computational Economics Team in transforming its analytical and computational work, country engagements and evidence into high-quality, accessible and useful knowledge products for policymakers, practitioners and other audiences. The consultant will also support the systematic collection of Member State experiences, feedback and user needs through interviews, surveys and other research methods, and contribute to the development of new editorial and knowledge-product formats. The consultant will research, interview, synthesize, structure, draft and edit material under the substantive and methodological guidance of the Computational Economics Team. The assignment also requires initiative in identifying useful stories, formats and opportunities for knowledge products, with the level of independent product development expected to increase with experience and familiarity with the team's work.<br> Work Location<br>Remote<br> Expected duration<br>6 months<br> Duties and Responsibilities<br>Background: This position is located in the Decision-Support and Data Science Division (DSDSD). The Division is part of ESCWA's broader modernization and innovation efforts, providing advanced analytics and decision-support services within ESCWA, other UN entities, and Member States. Aligned with the UN 2.0 agenda and grounded in strategic foresight, DSDSD leverages data-driven insights, emerging technologies, and scenario-based planning to anticipate trends and proactively inform policymaking and operations. Its core functions include data integration and management; data quality assurance; advanced analytics and modeling; machine learning and artificial intelligence solutions; real-time dashboards and performance reporting; and data visualization and business intelligence; and the design and development of specialized digital decision-support tools. Through these capabilities, DSDSD empowers evidence-based decision-making, fosters organizational efficiency, and catalyzes strategic innovation across the region. Duties and responsibilities: Within delegated authority, the consultant will be responsible for independently performing the following: 1. Policy Research, Interviews and Evidence Collection • Conduct desk research and collect relevant evidence on economic, social and public policy issues related to the work of the Computational Economics Team and ISPAR. • Prepare and conduct interviews, surveys and other qualitative evidence-gathering activities with Member States, practitioners and other stakeholders to document country experiences, collect user feedback, identify emerging needs and generate evidence for analytical and product-development purposes. • Organize, synthesize and document evidence collected through research and country engagement in formats that can be reused across country pages, reports, briefs, digital products and other knowledge outputs. 2. Policy and Analytical Writing • Draft clear, concise and evidence-based policy and analytical content that translates complex economic, statistical and computational material for policymakers, practitioners and non-specialist audiences. • Prepare country stories, case studies, short briefs, web content and other written products based on the team's analysis, country engagements and research. • Edit and strengthen draft material for clarity, structure, consistency, accuracy and accessibility while preserving the underlying analytical meaning. 3. Research and Drafting Support for Analytical Publications • Support literature and evidence reviews, background research, fact-checking, source verification and the preparation of structured inputs for reports, working papers, conference papers and other analytical publications. • Prepare and revise draft sections and supporting material under the substantive and methodological guidance of the Computational Economics Team, ensuring appropriate sourcing and adherence to ESCWA publication standards. 4. Editorial Strategy and Knowledge-Product Development • Contribute to the development of editorial series, digital content and knowledge products that make the team's work more accessible, engaging, useful and visible to relevant audiences. • Proactively identify and propose new editorial formats, stories, digital products and knowledge products based on the team's analytical work and interactions with Member States; independently develop agreed products from concept and research through to a high-quality draft; and recommend approaches for engaging relevant professional communities and improving the accessibility and usefulness of ISPAR and related products.<br> Qualifications/special skills<br>A Master's degree in Journalism, Communications, Public policy, Economics, International relations, or a related field is required. All candidates must submit a copy of the required educational degree. Incomplete applications will not be reviewed. A minimum of 5 years of relevant professional experience in policy research, journalism, analytical writing, editorial work, knowledge products, or a closely related field is required. Demonstrated experience independently researching complex topics and developing high-quality policy, analytical or editorial products from concept through final draft is required. Demonstrated experience designing and conducting interviews, surveys or other qualitative evidence-gathering activities with senior stakeholders, practitioners or public-sector counterparts is required. Strong ability to translate technical, economic, statistical or policy material into accurate and compelling content for different audiences is required. Demonstrated ability to identify and propose editorial angles, knowledge products, digital formats or other approaches for disseminating analytical work is required Experience supporting analytical publications through literature research, evidence synthesis, fact-checking, structuring, drafting and substantive editing is required A strong portfolio or samples demonstrating excellent English-language writing across more than one format will be required. Experience working on development issues, with international organizations, governments or public-sector stakeholders is desirable.<br> Languages<br>English and French are the working languages of the United Nations Secretariat; and Arabic is a working language of ESCWA. For this position, fluency in English is required and knowledge of Arabic and French is desirable. Note: “Fluency” equals a rating of ‘fluent’ in all four areas (speak, read, write, and understand) and “Knowledge of” equals a rating of ‘confident’ in two of the four areas.<br> Additional Information<br>Not available.<br> No Fee<br>THE UNITED NATIONS DOES NOT CHARGE A FEE AT ANY STAGE OF THE RECRUITMENT PROCESS (APPLICATION, INTERVIEW MEETING, PROCESSING, OR TRAINING). THE UNITED NATIONS DOES NOT CONCERN ITSELF WITH INFORMATION ON APPLICANTS’ BANK ACCOUNTS.<br><br><br> </div>

<h2 class="h5">Job description</h2> <div class="t-break" data-jb-field="description"> Result of Service<br>Regional Masterplan to Combat Sand and Dust Storms for West Asia<br> Work Location<br>Home Based<br> Expected duration<br>11.5 months (120 days Part time)<br> Duties and Responsibilities<br>The United Nations Environment Programme (UNEP) is the leading global environmental authority that sets the global environmental agenda, promotes the coherent implementation of the environmental dimension of sustainable development within the United Nations system and serves as an authoritative advocate for the global environment. The regional Office for West Asia delivers advisory services and capacity building support to countries to achieve environmental and sustainable development objectives. This consultancy is established at the West Asia Office within the framework of the Strategic Cooperation Agreement between UNEP and the Ministry of Environment, Water and Agriculture (MEWA) of the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia. The Consultant will report to the Project Manager at the UNEP West Asia Office. Within the above context, UNEP and the National Centre for Meteorology (NCM), through its Regional Centre on Sand and Dust Stoms (SDS), will collaborate to develop the Regional Master Plan to Combat Sand and Dust Storm in West Asia. The Master Plan will capitalize on the resources and knowledge available at the Regional SDS Centre. Furthermore, The Master Plan will serve as a policy and technical document to guide actions at the regional, national and local levels to tackle the sand and dust storms across the full cycle. Considerable meteorological work has been done to monitor SDS and identify sources (hotspots). However, noticeable gaps are still apparent in identifying root causes and designing micro-scale mitigation measures and evidence-based monitoring. The Consultant will provide technical leadership for the development of the Regional SDS Masterplan, ensuring that all technical inputs are aligned, concise and consolidated into one coherent document, while also providing technical advisory support to NCM on the ongoing development of the national SDS framework, including participation in relevant meetings and review of technical inputs. 2.Duties and Responsibilities Under the direct supervision of the Project Manager in UNEP West Asia Office, and in collaboration with the Regional SDS Centre, relevant regional and national entities, the Consultant will carry out the following duties and responsibilities. 1.Conduct a Regional Literature Review on SDS Sources and Hotspots 1.1Review available studies, reports, assessments, datasets and other relevant publications addressing sand and dust storm sources, hotspots, drivers and mitigation measures in West Asia. 1.2Compile a preliminary list of SDS hotspots identified by the Regional SDS Centre and other available regional and national sources. Based on the literature review, develop practical criteria for identifying and categorizing SDS hotspots using available evidence and information. 1.3 To the extent possible, conduct a desk-based analysis of the identified SDS hotspots and prepare concise profiles for each hotspot, covering, where information is available, their location, main causes, land use and land-cover characteristics, water management and agricultural practices, topography, climatic conditions, frequency of SDS events, anthropogenic drivers, key impacts, and available evidence regarding their contribution to sand and dust storm generation. 1.4Prepare an inception report outlining the proposed methodology, literature review approach, criteria for hotspot identification and categorization, preliminary list of hotspots, workplan, and anticipated data gaps and limitations. 2.Draft of the “Regional Masterplan to Combat Sand and Dust Storms for West Asia” The Master Plan will serve as guiding document for countries, addressing SDS from multiple dimensions, especially root causes and prevention. It should contain guidelines for countries on how to develop local/national level action plans, including standardized methodologies to guide assessment, monitoring, and implementation to address sand and dust storms, especially at the hotspot level. The guidelines will also promote the integration of SDS mitigation and adaptation measures into national environmental and development policies 1.1Prepare annotated outline for the Master plan describing major sections, the information needed for each section and the rationale for it 1.2Compile data, information, and findings for the various sections of the Masterplan, while providing overall coordination and technical leadership. 1.3Coordinate closely with other experts developing specific sections of the Masterplan, including economic valuation, health impacts, and mitigation measures, to ensure coherence, coherence across sections and avoid duplication. 1.4Compile and consolidate the various sections into one comprehensive and well-structured document. 1.5Conduct stakeholder meetings with relevant institutions and NCM personnel to gather technical inputs and support the further development of the Regional Masterplan. 3.Regional Consultations The consultant will provide inputs to the national (particularly Saudi Arabia) and regional consultations, present the findings of the above tasks and gather input and feedback from the relevant stakeholders and institutions to reflect in the final Master Plan 4.Final Version of the “Regional Masterplan to Combat Sand and Dust Storms for West Asia” 4.1Refine and finalize the Masterplan, with all comments and feedback fully incorporated and addressed. 4.2Submit the final version of the Masterplan in a format ready for review, endorsement, and publication.<br> Qualifications/special skills<br>Master's degree or equivalent in Environmental Management, Land or Water Management, Climate Science, or related field is required A first-level university degree, combined with two (2) additional years of qualifying experience may be accepted in lieu of an advanced university degree. PHD degree is also desirable Minimum 10 years of experience in land and water management, or related field, is required. Proven experience in providing technical guidance and capacity-building programs is required. Experience in multistakeholder engagement and developing technical reports, is required. Strong knowledge of environmental issues in West Asia, is required. Experience in working with international organizations, government agencies, or funding institutions, is an asset.<br> Languages<br>Fluency in English and Arabic is required.<br> Additional Information<br>Not available.<br> No Fee<br>THE UNITED NATIONS DOES NOT CHARGE A FEE AT ANY STAGE OF THE RECRUITMENT PROCESS (APPLICATION, INTERVIEW MEETING, PROCESSING, OR TRAINING). THE UNITED NATIONS DOES NOT CONCERN ITSELF WITH INFORMATION ON APPLICANTS’ BANK ACCOUNTS.<br><br><br> </div>

<h2 class="h5">Job description</h2> <div class="t-break" data-jb-field="description"> Result of Service<br>The ultimate result of this consultancy is a comprehensive assessment of the effectiveness, adequacy, accessibility and responsiveness of cash assistance and care services provided to Older Persons in Palestine - in both West Bank and Gaza. The assessment will inform the Ministry’s of Social Development policy improvements and adjustments in these two areas.<br> Work Location<br>Palestine / Remote<br> Expected duration<br>4 Months<br> Duties and Responsibilities<br>Background In Palestine, prolonged socioeconomic challenges, conflict, displacement, and growing pressures on public institutions have heightened the vulnerability of older persons, particularly those living in poverty, experiencing disability, living alone, or requiring long-term care. In the West Bank, older persons continue to face multiple vulnerabilities associated with the prolonged occupation, including movement restrictions, increasing poverty, unequal access to essential services, and mounting economic pressures. In the Gaza Strip, the ongoing humanitarian crisis has further exacerbated these challenges, severely disrupting access to healthcare, social services, income security, and community support systems. The Ministry of Social Development has undertaken important reforms to strengthen the national social protection system through the implementation of its Strategy (2025–2027), the National Strategy for Older Persons (2021–2026), and broader initiatives related to the national social registry, case management systems, and multidimensional poverty reduction. Within this evolving policy landscape, cash assistance programmes and care services constitute two critical but complementary pillars of social protection for older persons. While cash transfers provide essential income security, their effectiveness depends on the availability, accessibility and quality of healthcare, long-term care and social services that enable older persons to maintain their dignity, independence and quality of life. Yet, evidence remains limited regarding the extent to which existing programmes effectively respond to the multidimensional needs of older persons, the adequacy of benefits and services, institutional coordination, and the overall impact of social protection interventions on their well-being. Against this backdrop, ESCWA is hiring a consultant to prepare a study to assess the effectiveness, adequacy, accessibility and responsiveness of cash assistance and care services for older persons in Palestine -including the West Bank and Gaza. The consultancy will generate evidence to inform future reforms and improvement of social protection policies and programmes for older persons. Duties and Responsibilities of the Consultant In close coordination with ESCWA and the Ministry of Social Development in Palestine, the consultant will: 1. Prepare an inception report for the study outlining the refined methodology, detailed workplan, sampling strategy, analytical framework, and proposed data collection instruments, including questionnaires, focus group discussion guides and key informant interview protocols. The inception report will also identify the key informants to be interviewed in West Bank and Gaza. 2. Conduct a comprehensive desk review of relevant literature, legislative and policy documents and administrative data. 3. Provide a snapshot of the demographic and socio-economic situation of older persons in Palestine –West Bank and Gaza. 4. Design and conduct quantitative and qualitative data collection processes including surveys, focus group discussions, key informant interviews and, where appropriate, interviews with caregivers in West Bank and Gaza. 5. Analyze and triangulate quantitative and qualitative findings and assess the effectiveness, adequacy, accessibility and responsiveness of cash assistance and care services in West Bank and Gaza. 6. Identify policy, institutional and operational gaps affecting programme implementation, coverage, targeting, coordination and service delivery in West Bank and Gaza. 7. Prepare the first draft of the study, including all annexes, references and data tables used in the analysis. 8. Revise the draft report based on comments received from ESCWA and the MoSD. 9. Present the main findings and policy recommendations during technical meetings, validation workshops or consultation sessions, if requested. 10. Coordinate closely with ESCWA and the Ministry throughout the data collection process to ensure methodological consistency, quality assurance and appropriate adaptation of fieldwork modalities to the operational context. 11. The consultant shall ensure full adherence to ethical research standards and compliance with stringent confidentiality and data protection standards.<br> Qualifications/special skills<br>A Masters degree or equivalent degree in Social Policy, Public Policy, Development Studies, Sociology, Economics, Public Health, Statistics, Social Work, or another closely related discipline or related area is required. All candidates must submit a copy of the required educational degree. Incomplete applications will not be reviewed. A minimum of 7 years of professional work experience in Social Policy, Public Policy, Development Studies, Sociology, Economics, Public Health, Statistics, Social Work, or another closely related discipline is required. Experience working with national ministries, United Nations agencies or other international organizations is desirable. Knowledge of the Palestinian social protection system or previous work in the Palestine is highly desirable. Strong analytical and research skills and demonstrated experience analyzing quantitative and qualitative datasets is required. Ability to synthesize complex findings into concrete policy recommendations and excellent report-writing skills is required.<br> Languages<br>English and French are the working languages of the United Nations Secretariat; and Arabic is a working language of ESCWA. For this position, fluency in Arabic is required. Knowledge of English is desirable. Note: “Fluency” equals a rating of ‘fluent’ in all four areas (speak, read, write, and understand) and “Knowledge of” equals a rating of ‘confident’ in two of the four areas.<br> Additional Information<br>Recruitment for this position is on a local basis. The incumbent is required to have the legal right to live and work in the specified working location.<br> No Fee<br>THE UNITED NATIONS DOES NOT CHARGE A FEE AT ANY STAGE OF THE RECRUITMENT PROCESS (APPLICATION, INTERVIEW MEETING, PROCESSING, OR TRAINING). THE UNITED NATIONS DOES NOT CONCERN ITSELF WITH INFORMATION ON APPLICANTS’ BANK ACCOUNTS.<br><br><br> </div>

<h2 class="h5">Job description</h2> <div class="t-break" data-jb-field="description"> <p><strong>Background&nbsp;</strong>&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;<br> Lebanon continues to face complex and overlapping crises, including profound socioeconomic hardship, structural challenges, and the burden of hosting large refugee populations. Women and girls remain disproportionately affected by heightened risks of Gender-Based Violence (GBV) and reduced access to essential Sexual and Reproductive Health (SRH) services.&nbsp;</p><br><p>To respond to these critical needs, UNFPA Lebanon operates across the country in close collaboration with the government, local implementing partners, and key donors. Sustaining and scaling UNFPA’s life-saving interventions requires engaging a wider array of stakeholders. Effective strategic communication, partnership development, and evidence-based advocacy are vital to articulating UNFPA's value proposition, demonstrating impact, and securing the resources necessary to support vulnerable women and girls. To achieve this, UNFPA Lebanon is seeking a qualified National Individual Consultant for Impactful Partnership Communication on a part-time basis for 6 months to drive strategic relationship-building and resource generation across the country office's portfolio.</p><br><p><strong>Scope of work</strong></p><br><p>Working on a over 6 months, the consultant will carry out the following key tasks:</p><br><p>A. Dedicated Mustaqbali Khayari Joint Programme Communication &amp; Visibility Plan&nbsp;</p><br><p>The consultant will be responsible for executing the C&amp;V plan for the joint UNFPA-UNICEF programme funded by the Embassy of Sweden:</p><br><ul> <li>Participatory Branding &amp; Visual Identity: Lead "design brainstorming workshops" with adolescent girls at SDCs to co-create the Mustaqbali Khayari brand identity (logo variations, color palette, icons) ensuring it is integrated alongside official partners and logos.</li> <li>Physical Visibility Materials: Coordinate the design, production, and dissemination of visibility materials to all supported centers, including branded banners and vests for implementing partners.</li> <li>Campaign-Aligned Social Media: Produce at least one high-engagement social media post per quarter (e.g., carousels, custom visuals) aligned with key international dates (March 8, June 19, August 12, October 11, and the 16 Days of Activism). Ensure the donor is tagged/mentioned on all online posts and facilitate pre-clearance approvals with the Embassy of Sweden prior to posting, as well as coordination with UNICEF.&nbsp;</li> <li>Impactful Storytelling (Multimedia): Produce 2 impact videos and 2 written Human Interest Stories (HIS) to highlight the life-changing impact of implemented activities for publication on UNFPA/UNICEF social media channels.</li> <li>Monitoring &amp; Reporting: Track reach, engagement, and sentiment analytics for all content, synthesizing this data into a comprehensive section for outcome-based annual reporting.</li></ul><p>B. Partnership communication strategies</p><br><p>In addition to the Mustaqbali Khayari portfolio, the consultant will manage ongoing visibility and content generation for UNFPA Lebanon's communication strategies for partnerships and donors.</p><br><ul> <li>Facility Visibility &amp; Partner Branding: Coordinate and oversee the installation of branded materials and plaques across supported facilities (PHCs, SDCs, and WGSSs) in Lebanon, ensuring strict adherence to the specific branding and visibility guidelines of selected partners.</li> <li>Weekly Audiovisual Posts: Produce, edit, and publish at least 1 weekly audiovisual post, generating consistent, high-quality content (short video clips, photo stories) that highlights field activities, life-saving outcomes, and donor partnerships.</li> <li>Branding Audit &amp; Quality Control: Conduct regular compliance checks during field visits to ensure logos are correctly displayed across all physical spaces and digital collateral produced by local implementing partners.</li> <li>General Impact Documentation: Support the ongoing documentation of UNFPA’s broader humanitarian response in Lebanon, ethically collecting stories and visuals from the field that demonstrate the direct outcomes of partnerships.&nbsp;</li> <li>Event &amp; Visit Support: Organize and support donor events, high-level field visits, and strategic engagement initiatives aimed at existing, prospective, and individual donors to demonstrate UNFPA’s operational footprint and field-level impact.&nbsp;</li> <li>Briefing &amp; Advocacy Materials: Prepare, package, and disseminate high-quality briefing notes, factsheets, partner profiles, and pitch materials tailored for partner engagement and high-level advocacy meetings.&nbsp;</li> <li>Proposal &amp; Investment Case Support: Draft and refine narrative proposals, concept notes, and return-on-investment briefs for UNFPA's core priorities.&nbsp;</li></ul><p><strong>Duration and working schedule</strong>&nbsp;</p><br><p><u>Duration</u>: 6 months (16 days a month).</p><br><p><u>Timeframe</u>: Month 1 to Month 6&nbsp;</p><br><p><strong>Place where services are to be delivered&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;</strong></p><br><p><u>Base</u>: Beirut, Lebanon (UNFPA Lebanon Country Office ).</p><br><p><u>Field Travel</u>: Occasional field visits to supported facilities (PHCs, SDCs, WGSSs) across Lebanon. UNFPA will support transportation (e.g., Tripoli, Akkar, Bekaa, South) for content collection and visibility monitoring.</p><br><p><strong>Delivery dates and how work will be delivered (e.g. electronic, hard copy etc.)&nbsp;&nbsp;</strong></p><br><p>All documents will be shared in English and/or Arabic in electronic format by the consultant with UNFPA to be reviewed by the technical team (up to 2 rounds of feedback).</p><br><p>Payments will be disbursed in three (3) tranches based on the endorsement of monthly deliverables:</p><br> <strong>Milestones</strong> <strong>Key Deliverables &amp; Timeframe</strong> <strong>Target Date</strong> <strong>Payment %</strong> <br> Implementation of Phase 1 SIDA visibility plan <p>• Inception report/visibility plan and content calendar.</p><br> <p>• Participatory branding workshops at SDCs completed within 4 weeks from start.</p><br> <p>• Delivery of <strong>8 weekly AV donor posts</strong> (2/month across selected donors</p><br> <p>• Visibility materials distributed to Joint Programme supported centers.</p><br> <p>• 1 donor engagement organized: field visit/briefing</p><br> End of Month 2 <p><strong>(30%)</strong></p><br> <br> <strong>Production of donor communication products&nbsp;</strong> <p>• Delivery of <strong>8 weekly AV donor posts</strong>.</p><br> <p>• <strong>1 written Human Interest Story</strong> + <strong>1 Impact Video</strong> produced.</p><br> <p>• <strong>1 Series Human Interest Story</strong> submitted.</p><br> <p>• 1 donor engagement organized: field visit/briefing</p><br> <ul> <li>1 briefing and advocacy material/report</li> </ul> End of Month 4 <strong>(35%)</strong> <br> <strong>Production of final batch of visibility plan and final monitoring report&nbsp;</strong> <p>• Delivery of <strong>8 weekly AV donor posts</strong> (completing weekly commitment).</p><br> <p>• <strong>1 written Human Interest Story</strong> + <strong>1 Impact Video</strong> produced.</p><br> <p>• Materials produced to feed into the 16 days of Activism.</p><br> <p>• Final Communication Impact &amp; Analytics Report submitted.</p><br> <p>• 1 donor engagement organized: field visit/briefing</p><br> <ul> <li>1 briefing and advocacy material/report</li> </ul> End of Month 6 <strong>(35%)</strong> <br> <p><strong>Monitoring and progress control, including reporting requirements, periodicity format and deadline</strong></p><br><p>Weekly alignment check-ins with the UNFPA Lebanon Communications Specialist and Head of programme on the partnership engagements.</p><br><p><strong>Supervisory arrangements &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;</strong></p><br><p>Direct Supervisor is under the UNFPA Lebanon Communications Specialist, with a dotted line to the UNFPA Lebanon Head of Programmes.</p><br><p><strong>Expected travel&nbsp;</strong></p><br><p>Occasionally at field location within Lebanon</p><br><p><strong>Required expertise, qualifications and competencies, including language requirements</strong></p><br><ol> <li>Education&nbsp;</li></ol><p>&nbsp;Master's in Communications, Journalism, Public Relations, Digital Media, or related social sciences.</p><br><p>&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; 2. Experience</p><br><ul> <li>Minimum 4 years of experience in impactful communications, multimedia storytelling, and social media management in Lebanon</li> <li>Demonstrated experience working with humanitarian/development donors and adhering to strict donor branding guidelines.</li> <li>Proven track record in video production, photojournalism, and writing human-interest stories.</li> <li> <p>Experience conducting field visits and ethically collecting content from vulnerable populations (GBV survivors, refugees, youth).<br> &nbsp;</p><br> <p>3. Languages</p><br></li></ul><p>&nbsp;Native Arabic speaker with professional fluency in written and spoken English.</p><br><p><strong>Inputs / services to be provided by UNFPA or implementing partner (e.g support services, office space, equipment), if applicable</strong></p><br><p>UNFPA Lebanon Country Office will facilitate access to project implementation locations and beneficiaries, including transportation outside of Beirut.&nbsp;</p><br><p>The consultant will use their personal laptop/computer.&nbsp;</p><br><p><strong>Other relevant information or special conditions, if any</strong></p><br><p>Individual consultants are invited to submit a CV with a sample of impactful communication developed recently. The submission language should be in English.&nbsp;</p><br><p><strong>UNFPA Work Environment:</strong></p><br><p>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. Individuals from the LGBTQIA+ community, minority ethnic groups, indigenous populations, persons with disabilities, and other underrepresented groups are highly encouraged to apply. Reasonable accommodation may be provided to applicants with disabilities upon request, to support their participation in the recruitment process. UNFPA promotes equal opportunities in terms of appointment, training, compensation and selection for all regardless of personal characteristics and dimensions of diversity. Diversity, Equity and Inclusion is at the heart of UNFPA's workforce - click&nbsp;here&nbsp;to learn more.</p><br><p><strong>Disclaimer:</strong></p><br><p>Selection and appointment may be subject to background and reference checks, medical clearance, visa issuance and other administrative requirements.&nbsp;</p><br><p>UNFPA does not charge any application, processing, training, interviewing, testing or other fee in connection with the application or recruitment process and does not concern itself with information on applicants' bank accounts.&nbsp;</p><br><p>Applicants for positions in the international Professional and higher categories, who hold permanent resident status in a country other than their country of nationality, may be required to renounce such status upon their appointment.</p><br><br> </div>

<h2 class="h5">Job description</h2> <div class="t-break" data-jb-field="description"> Result of Service<br>The consultant will design a study that provides a blueprint for building the RTIS, including technical and institutional aspects.<br> Work Location<br>Remote<br> Expected duration<br>2 months<br> Duties and Responsibilities<br>Background and Objective The United Nations has proclaimed the Decade of Sustainable Transport 2026–2035 to accelerate a just, low-carbon, and inclusive transition in the transport sector. The Sustainable Transport Action Plan for the decade sets targets and indicators across domains including mobility, decarbonization, road safety, accessibility, resilience, and affordability. To track progress regionally and support member states in aligning national monitoring a Regional Transport Information System (RTIS) is required. This system will collect, harmonize, validate, and visualize transport data from multiple countries, enabling evidence-based policy dialogue and progress reporting against the Decade’s goals. Currently, transport data across the region is fragmented, non-comparable, and often inaccessible. No central mechanism exists to aggregate indicators relevant to the UN Decade’s targets (e.g., GHG emissions per passenger-km, share of active mobility, road fatalities, electric vehicle penetration). Objective The objective of this consultancy is to develop a comprehensive, actionable Feasibility Study and Implementation Roadmap for a Regional Transport Information System (RTIS) that enables member states and regional bodies to monitor, report, and benchmark progress on the Sustainable Transport Action Plan 2026–2035. Duties and Responsibilities The consultant will design a study that provides a blueprint for building the RTIS, including technical and institutional aspects. The consultant shall specifically design: A- Needs and Gap Assessment Map existing national transport data systems, indicators, and reporting cycles in the region. Identify gaps relative to the UN Decade’s monitoring framework (e.g., missing disaggregation by gender/age, lack of emissions data). B- Technical Architecture Design Propose a federated or centralized data model (including metadata standards, APIs, data sharing protocols). Define core indicators: minimum set for the Decade, plus optional expansion. Specify requirements for data validation, quality assurance, and interoperability with national systems. Recommend open-source or commercially available platforms (with cost-benefit comparison). C- Institutional and Governance Framework Define roles and responsibilities: regional hub, national focal points, technical working group. Propose data ownership, access rights, confidentiality, and data sharing agreements. Outline a capacity-building plan for member states. D- Implementation Roadmap Phased timeline with milestones, risks, and dependencies. Pilot testing approach (2–3 willing member states). Integration with existing UN frameworks (e.g., SDGs, Sendai Framework, Paris Agreement).<br> Qualifications/special skills<br>Master's degree in planning transport, data science, information systems, public policy, or related field is required. All candidates must submit a copy of the required educational degree. Incomplete applications will not be reviewed. At least 10 years of experience in transport data systems, regional integration projects, or M&amp;E frameworks for sustainable transport is required. Understanding of the UN Decade of Sustainable Transport and global transport indicators (e.g., SLoCaT, ITF, WHO road safety) is desirable. Excellent writing skills is required.<br> Languages<br>English and French are the working languages of the United Nations secretariat and Arabic is a working language of ESCWA. Fluency in English and Arabic is required, as the report should be delivered in English or Arabic. Notes: “Fluency” equals a rating of ‘fluent’ in all four areas (speak, read, write, and understand) and “knowledge of” equals a rating of ‘confident’ in two of the four areas.<br> Additional Information<br>Not available.<br> No Fee<br>THE UNITED NATIONS DOES NOT CHARGE A FEE AT ANY STAGE OF THE RECRUITMENT PROCESS (APPLICATION, INTERVIEW MEETING, PROCESSING, OR TRAINING). THE UNITED NATIONS DOES NOT CONCERN ITSELF WITH INFORMATION ON APPLICANTS’ BANK ACCOUNTS.<br><br><br> </div>

<h2 class="h5">Job description</h2> <div class="t-break" data-jb-field="description"> Result of Service<br>The consultant is expected to deliver data collection tools including questionnaires and guides and tabulation of data collected, literature review reports, concepts notes for knowledge products and meetings and workshops, sections/chapters of studies, write-ups on specific issues, and presentations.<br> Work Location<br>UN House-ESCWA / Hybrid<br> Expected duration<br>4 months<br> Duties and Responsibilities<br>Background Despite strong momentum towards gender equality and considerable achievements in women’s empowerment, the Arab region continues to register one of the largest gender gaps. Arab women still lag behind in terms of political participation, labour force participation, equality and sex-based discrimination. In 2025, women’s labour force participation was 19 per cent in the Arab States, less than half the global average of 49 per cent, making it the lowest rate worldwide. Various factors can be attributed to the low economic participation of women in the Arab region, most important of which are the high involvement of women in unpaid care work and their weak involvement in entrepreneurship. In the Arab States, women carry out 80 to 90 percent of all unpaid care tasks and spend an average of 4.7 times more time than men on unpaid care tasks. If women continue to bear the brunt of unpaid care work, there is a serious risk that gender gaps widen and hard-won achievements in women’s socioeconomic empowerment are reversed. Addressing the available policies and legal frameworks is thus crucial to promote women’s economic empowerment in the region and build the resilience of women to future shocks. ESCWA supports its member States in promoting gender equality and the advancement of women at the legislative, policy and programmatic levels through the translation of global normative frameworks into region-specific actions within the areas of gender justice and the law, women, peace and security, women economic empowerment, care economy, and gender mainstreaming in national institutions. ESCWA supports member States in their efforts to reform care-related policies and develop new ones to promote women’s economic empowerment. Within the care economy workstream, ESCWA is currently working with Lebanon, Oman, Morocco and Tunisia, following an approach comprising the preparation of knowledge products and organization of capacity building workshops. ESCWA also supports several countries including Iraq, Lebanon, Mauritania and Morocco to strengthen gender mainstreaming in national institutions. Furthermore, ESCWA develops training packages and contributes to capacity-building efforts to transform knowledge, good practices and related skills into innovative online and in-person awareness-raising sessions and training programmes to support countries in developing national strategies, policies and action plans relevant to implementing and reviewing global commitments, including those under CEDAW and the Beijing Declaration and Platform for Action. Objective and methodology ESCWA seeks to hire a consultant to provide input and contributions to support the successful completion of several gender equality related outputs including: • National case studies mainly on unpaid care work and care economy; • National technical requests related to the advancement of gender equality; • National dialogues and meetings as well as capacity building workshops targeting various governmental entities in Arab States to support the reforms and development of policies; • Papers and knowledge products to explore concepts related to women’s economic empowerment in the region, gendered perspectives in recovery and reconstruction, and other women and gender-related concepts; • Regional meetings, consultations, and capacity building workshops to exchange experience and knowledge, disseminate the results and findings of prepared knowledge products and advocate for needed legal and policy reforms. Tasks and responsibilities The consultant will be responsible for the following tasks: - Desk review: Undertake necessary research and desk reviews on topics related to gender equality and women empowerment as required for the development and finalization of the gender equality related outputs; - Prepare necessary data collection tools including questionnaires for surveys and guides for interviews and focus groups; - Undertake analysis of data and other inputs; - Draft inputs following the set outlines for various outputs; - Prepare required inputs for the preparation and organization of meetings with relevant stakeholders. Supervision: The consultant will work under the direct supervision of Ms. Rouba ARJA, the Social Affairs Officer responsible for the women’s economic empowerment project, and the overall guidance of the Gender Justice, Population and Inclusive Development cluster leader.<br> Qualifications/special skills<br>A master's degree in social or economic or gender or anthropology studies or studies in related areas is required. All candidates must submit a copy of the required educational degree. Incomplete applications will not be reviewed. A minimum of 5 years of professional work experience in socio-economic issues is required. Experience in preparing and reviewing publications or reports is required. Experience in working in the Arab region is required. Experience in working on gender issues and women’s economic empowerment is required Experience in working with government entities is desirable.<br> Languages<br>English and French are the working languages of the United Nations Secretariat; and Arabic is a working language of ESCWA. For this position, fluency in English and Arabic is required. Fluency in French is desirable. Note: “Fluency” equals a rating of ‘fluent’ in all four areas (speak, read, write, and understand) and “Knowledge of” equals a rating of ‘confident’ in two of the four areas.<br> Additional Information<br>Recruitment for this position is on a local basis. The incumbent is required to have the legal right to live and work in the specified working location.<br> No Fee<br>THE UNITED NATIONS DOES NOT CHARGE A FEE AT ANY STAGE OF THE RECRUITMENT PROCESS (APPLICATION, INTERVIEW MEETING, PROCESSING, OR TRAINING). THE UNITED NATIONS DOES NOT CONCERN ITSELF WITH INFORMATION ON APPLICANTS’ BANK ACCOUNTS.<br><br><br> </div>

<h2 class="h5">Job description</h2> <div class="t-break" data-jb-field="description"> Result of Service<br>The consultant is expected to draft a paper that develops a framework outlining the key determinants for advancing care reforms and systems.<br> Work Location<br>Remote<br> Expected duration<br>3 months<br> Duties and Responsibilities<br>Background Around the world, societies and economies are undergoing socio-demographic changes such as ageing populations, low fertility rates, urbanization, increased migration, widespread crises and conflicts, and climate change, which have all intensified the demand for care. However, while gaining global importance, care work still remains invisible and undervalued, often relegated to informal and unpaid labour, disproportionately borne by women, thus hindering their empowerment. Although this trend is observed globally, it is particularly acute in the Arab region where women undertake 80 to 90 per cent of all unpaid care work and spend 4.7 times more time than men on these responsibilities, exceeding the global average of 3.62 . Unpaid care work hinders women’s visibility and participation in public economic and political spheres as well as in decision-making processes in the Arab region. The disproportionate unpaid care work undertaken by women limits their economic engagement and opportunities, as it makes it challenging for them to balance work and family responsibilities. Additionally, women often face gender stereotypes, limited professional development opportunities, and an institutional culture that marginalizes their contributions. Women’s economic and political participation in the region remain low compared to global averages. In 2025, women’s labour force participation was only 19 per cent, less than half the global average of 49 per cent, making it the lowest rate worldwide . Women’s political representation shows a similarly stark gap. In December 2025, women held only 27 per cent of national parliamentary seats globally, with an even lower share in the Middle East and North Africa at around 16 per cent, the lowest in the world . However, there has been growing regional momentum realizing gains in the care economy with many countries in the Arab region offering instructive examples of care reforms. Nevertheless, these reforms are often sector-specific, focusing on one policy area such as labour without approaching care in a holistic manner interconnected across different sectors and policy areas. Within this context, understanding the political economy which examines how social, economic, and political factors shape care policies and systems becomes a pressing priority. Building on these reform efforts in the Arab region and looking at breakthroughs in care policymaking globally, including Latin America which has been particularly active in advancing comprehensive care systems, it is increasingly important to understand how care, often framed solely as a gender equality issue, intersects with other major development issues and policy domains. This highlights the regional need for policies that recognize care as a central element of sustainable economies and redistribute it among different stakeholders including the state. Ongoing inter-regional collaboration between UN regional commissions, namely ESCWA and the United Nations Economic Commission for Latin America and the Caribbean (ECLAC) including through a project on advancing care policies for transformative recovery in Latin America and the Caribbean, Asia-Pacific and the Arab states, seeks to draw lessons from Latin American countries’ experiences in advancing comprehensive care systems. Given the inherent political nature of care policymaking, it is essential to understand what prompts political actors to prioritize care. A key driver is awareness around the critical role care plays in society and its far-reaching implications for economic and social well-being. When care is made visible as a cross-cutting issue that affects economic growth, labour force participation, health outcomes, social cohesion, and gender equality, it is more likely to gain traction in political discourse and influence the selection of policy instruments, thereby driving change in laws, budgets, and institutional support for care systems. Objective and methodology ESCWA seeks to hire a consultant to assist in drafting a paper, in collaboration with ECLAC, that thoroughly examines the factors and determinants behind care reforms, investigating the political economy of care in the Arab region and relating it to Latin America’s experience. The paper will draw on experiences from both Latin American and Arab countries to demonstrate the importance of moving beyond fragmented care reform policies towards comprehensive care systems. It will build on the recommendations provided by experts during ESCWA’s Expert Group Meeting on the Political Economy of Care Policies: Determinants for Reform in the Arab Region organized in July 2026. Tasks and responsibilities The consultant will be responsible for the following tasks: - Desk review: undertake a desk review of available successful and as well as unachieved experiences in advancing care policies and systems from Latin America and the Arab region; - Based on the results of the desk review, undertake consultations with relevant stakeholders on the main determinants, challenges or barriers which they have faced while working on advancing care policies and systems; - Review the results of consultations with relevant stakeholders from the Arab region on the main determinants, challenges or barriers which they have faced while working on advancing care policies and systems; - Propose the elements and dynamics among key determinants to advance care policies and systems and draw lessons for future policy making and reforms on care while taking into account the discussions and recommendations of the Expert Group Meeting above mentioned. - Suggest a detailed outline to be validated and agreed upon with ESCWA’s team in consultation with ECLAC; - Based on the agreed outline, prepare the first draft of the paper to be reviewed by ESCWA’s team; - Prepare a final draft based on the comments and recommendations provided by ESCWA and ECLAC’s teams. Supervision: The consultant will work Under the direct supervision of the Social Affairs Officer responsible for the care economy stream at the United Nations Economic and Social Commission for Western Asia (ESCWA) Ms. Rouba ARJA, and overall guidance of the gender Justice, Population and Inclusive Development cluster leader. The consultant is expected to provide regular updates on the work progress.<br> Qualifications/special skills<br>A master’s degree in economy, or sociology, or law or gender studies or related area is required. A PhD in one of these fields is desirable. All candidates must submit a copy of the required educational degree. Incomplete applications will not be reviewed. A minimum of 10 years of professional work experience in areas related to public policy making is required. Previous experience in social policy reform and changes is required. Previous experience in working on care policies is desirable.<br> Languages<br>English and French are the working languages of the United Nations Secretariat; and Arabic is a working language of ESCWA. For this position, fluency in English is required. Knowledge of Spanish and/or Arabic is desirable. Note: “Fluency” equals a rating of ‘fluent’ in all four areas (speak, read, write, and understand) and “Knowledge of” equals a rating of ‘confident’ in two of the four areas.<br> Additional Information<br>Not available.<br> No Fee<br>THE UNITED NATIONS DOES NOT CHARGE A FEE AT ANY STAGE OF THE RECRUITMENT PROCESS (APPLICATION, INTERVIEW MEETING, PROCESSING, OR TRAINING). THE UNITED NATIONS DOES NOT CONCERN ITSELF WITH INFORMATION ON APPLICANTS’ BANK ACCOUNTS.<br><br><br> </div>

<p>The United Nations has proclaimed the Decade of Sustainable Transport to accelerate a just, low-carbon, and inclusive transition in the transport sector. The Sustainable Transport Action Plan for the decade sets targets and indicators across domains including mobility, decarbonization, road safety, accessibility, resilience, and affordability. To track progress regionally and support member states in aligning national monitoring a Regional Transport Information System (RTIS) is required. This system will collect, harmonize, validate, and visualize transport data from multiple countries, enabling evidence-based policy dialogue and progress reporting against the Decade s goals. Currently, transport data across the region is fragmented, non-comparable, and often inaccessible. No central mechanism exists to aggregate indicators relevant to the UN Decade s targets (e.g., GHG emissions per passenger-km, share of active mobility, road fatalities, electric vehicle penetration).</p><p>The objective of this consultancy is to develop a comprehensive, actionable Feasibility Study and Implementation Roadmap for a Regional Transport Information System (RTIS) that enables member states and regional bodies to monitor, report, and benchmark progress on the Sustainable Transport Action Plan.</p><p>The consultant will design a study that provides a blueprint for building the RTIS, including technical and institutional aspects. The consultant shall specifically design:</p><p>A- Needs and Gap Assessment</p><ul><li>Map existing national transport data systems, indicators, and reporting cycles in the region.</li><li>Identify gaps relative to the UN Decade s monitoring framework (e.g., missing disaggregation by gender/age, lack of emissions data).</li></ul><p>B- Technical Architecture Design</p><ul><li>Propose a federated or centralized data model (including metadata standards, APIs, data sharing protocols).</li><li>Define core indicators: minimum set for the Decade, plus optional expansion.</li><li>Specify requirements for data validation, quality assurance, and interoperability with national systems.</li><li>Recommend open-source or commercially available platforms (with cost-benefit comparison).</li></ul><p>C- Institutional and Governance Framework</p><ul><li>Define roles and responsibilities: regional hub, national focal points, technical working group.</li><li>Propose data ownership, access rights, confidentiality, and data sharing agreements.</li><li>Outline a capacity-building plan for member states.</li></ul><p>D- Implementation Roadmap</p><ul><li>Phased timeline with milestones, risks, and dependencies.</li><li>Pilot testing approach (2 3 willing member states).</li><li>Integration with existing UN frameworks (e.g., SDGs, Sendai Framework, Paris Agreement).</li></ul><p><strong>Desired Candidate Profile</strong></p><h2>Qualifications/special skills</h2><ul><li>Master's degree in planning transport, data science, information systems, public policy, or related field is required. All candidates must submit a copy of the required educational degree. Incomplete applications will not be reviewed.</li><li>At least 10 years of experience in transport data systems, regional integration projects, or M&amp;E frameworks for sustainable transport is required.</li><li>Understanding of the UN Decade of Sustainable Transport and global transport indicators (e.g., SLoCaT, ITF, WHO road safety) is desirable.</li><li>Excellent writing skills is required.</li></ul><h2>Languages</h2><ul><li>English and French are the working languages of the United Nations secretariat and Arabic is a working language of ESCWA.</li><li>Fluency in English and Arabic is required, as the report should be delivered in English or Arabic.</li><li>Notes: Fluency equals a rating of fluent in all four areas (speak, read, write, and understand) and knowledge of equals a rating of confident in two of the four areas.</li></ul>

<h2 class="h5">Job description</h2> <div class="t-break" data-jb-field="description"> Result of Service<br>1- Annotated outline based on discussion with ESCWA regarding structure and scope of the paper 2- First draft of analytical paper based on feedback received on annotated outline, including preliminary list of references 3- Final analytical paper based on feedback received on first draft, including footnotes and complete references<br> Work Location<br>Remotely<br> Expected duration<br>6 weeks<br> Duties and Responsibilities<br>Background Food systems are central to food security, livelihoods and natural resource sustainability cross the Arab region. They encompass the actors and activities involved in producing, processing, distributing and consuming food, and are shaped by their interactions with health, nutrition, livelihoods, natural resources and climate. The 2021 United Nations Food Systems Summit underscored the need for integrated approaches to food systems transformation, recognizing these interlinkages and the importance of coherent action across sectors. Food systems in the Arab region are exposed to multiple, interconnected pressures. Water scarcity, land degradation and climate change constrain productive capacity and increase exposure to drought, heat stress, floods and other climate-related shocks, with implications for food production and rural livelihoods. At the same time, high dependence on food imports in many countries increases the exposure of food availability and affordability to international market volatility, trade disruptions and supply-chain shocks. Conflict, economic instability and other crises can compound these pressures, disrupting production, markets and infrastructure and exacerbating existing vulnerabilities across food systems. These pressures have important implications not only for food security and nutrition, but also for rural livelihoods, employment, and natural resource management. Understanding the structural characteristics and vulnerabilities of food systems across the region is therefore important for strengthening resilience, sustainability, and inclusivity. Objective To prepare an analytical paper on food systems across Arab States that elaborates on current conditions and offers insights on potential future developments. The consultant will compile and analyze relevant data, identify regional examples, and prepare a paper in accordance with the agreed outline. Duties and Responsibilities Under the overall guidance of the Climate Change and Natural Resource Sustainability Cluster Lead and the direct supervision of the Chief of Environmental and Food Policies Team, the consultant will undertake the following tasks: • Provide a framing for food systems transformation in the Arab region, drawing on national processes and priorities, as well as regional and global approaches to food systems. • Review the present landscape characterizing food systems in Arab countries, providing examples of fruitful cooperation between multiple Arab countries. • Examine key drivers of food-system vulnerability and resilience in the region, including climate change, water scarcity, natural resource constraints, conflict, and economic and market shocks. • Assess the role of cross-national linkages in shaping food-system outcomes, including flows of food, agricultural inputs, finance, technology and knowledge, and identify opportunities for regional cooperation. • Offer insights and recommendations on priority areas for investment and cooperation to strengthen food security, nutrition, livelihoods, and the resilience and sustainability of food systems across the region.<br> Qualifications/special skills<br>A master's degree or higher in food security/food systems, economics, public policy, agriculture, climate change, sustainable development or a related field is required. A PhD is desirable. All candidates must submit a copy of the required educational degree. Incomplete applications will not be reviewed. A minimum of 10 years of professional work experience in the field of food systems, with demonstrated experience working on regional development issues related to the Arab region is required. Demonstrated experience writing reports and papers for international organizations on energy is required. Demonstrated experience conducting quantitative analysis and interpretation is desirable.<br> Languages<br>English and French are the working languages of the United Nations Secretariat; and Arabic is a working language of ESCWA. For this position, fluency in English is required. Knowledge of Arabic is desirable. Knowledge of French is desirable. Note: "Fluency" equals a rating of 'fluent' in all four areas (speak, read, write, and understand) and "Knowledge of" equals a rating of 'confident' in two of the four areas.<br> Additional Information<br>Not available.<br> No Fee<br>THE UNITED NATIONS DOES NOT CHARGE A FEE AT ANY STAGE OF THE RECRUITMENT PROCESS (APPLICATION, INTERVIEW MEETING, PROCESSING, OR TRAINING). THE UNITED NATIONS DOES NOT CONCERN ITSELF WITH INFORMATION ON APPLICANTS’ BANK ACCOUNTS.<br><br><br> </div>

<h2 class="h5">Job description</h2> <div class="t-break" data-jb-field="description"> <p><span>Murex is a global fintech leader in trading, risk management and processing solutions for capital markets.</span></p><br><p><span>Operating from our 19 offices, 3 400 Murexians from over 65 different nationalities ensure the development, implementation and support of our platform which is used by banks, asset managers, corporations and utilities, across the world.&nbsp;</span></p><br><p><span>Join Murex and work on the challenges of an industry at the forefront of innovation and thrive in a people-centric environment. You’ll be part of one global team where you can learn fast and stay true to yourself.</span></p><br><p><b>Job Description:</b><br>A Release Management Consultant&nbsp;at&nbsp;Murex plays a central role in ensuring the smooth delivery of high-quality software Releases within a complex and dynamic ecosystem. The role sits at the intersection of operations and project management - requiring a proactive mindset and a high interest in problem resolution and continuous improvement.<br>&nbsp;</p><br><p> <b>Your Responsibilities:</b>&nbsp;</p><br><ul><li><p>Manage and coordinate the full MX.3 Software Release Lifecyle by:</p><br></li></ul><p>- Overseeing the Developers’ daily code integration and ensuring all related preliminary quality tests are well executed and meeting the expected behavior</p><br><p>- Conducting a thorough validation of this code through advanced functional automated tests in collaboration with the Quality Assurance department</p><br><p>- Creating the software version and securing its content and exit criteria to the market through a close collaboration within the Production Chain</p><br><p>- Planning and delivering software patches to address specific Client/Product-reported issues in production environments</p><br><ul><li><p>Operate across various platforms and tools for traceability, monitoring, and execution of Release operations</p><br></li><li><p>Communicate progress status and updates, risks, and dependencies to stakeholders at all levels</p><br></li><li><p>Draft and document processes to streamline best practices and to provide training and support materials to peers</p><br></li><li><p>Implement new and improve existing Release Management processes and tools using data and metrics from the ground</p><br></li><li><p>Assess Product and Client requests for new features and bug fixes to enable delivery value while optimizing delivery cost</p><br></li><li><p>Facilitate and enable informed decision-making during critical situations such as client escalations or tooling bottlenecks by coordinating with relevant stakeholders from multiple teams</p><br></li><li><p>Proposing actionable solutions to mitigate Release delivery delays</p><br></li><li><p>Navigate across operational processes and tools to efficiently execute repetitive tasks contributing to consistent and predictable deliverables, matching the company-level SLOs and quality standards</p><br></li></ul><p><b>Your Profile:</b>&nbsp;</p><br><ul><li><p>Bachelor’s degree in computer and communications engineering, computer sciences, MIS, Data Analytics &amp; AI, or any other engineering field. Master’s degree is a plus.</p><br></li><li><p>2 to 3 years of work experience in a related area.</p><br></li><li><p>Strong interest in operational work, with the ability to execute repetitive tasks to meet SLOs and uphold quality standards</p><br></li><li><p>Experience using data and metrics to determine improvement areas</p><br></li><li><p>Ability to define and implement process improvement initiatives</p><br></li><li><p>Strong verbal and written communication skills in English</p><br></li><li><p>Knowledge of Excel for data manipulation, conclusion formulation, and graphic visual representation</p><br></li><li><p>Strong team collaboration experience</p><br></li><li><p>Proven ability to manage multiple tasks/projects simultaneously with excellent detail orientation and an ability to meet deadlines</p><br></li><li><p>Certification in Lean Six Sigma or other relevant process improvement methodologies is a plus.</p><br></li><li><p>Experience driving end-to-end delivery and communicating results to senior leadership is a plus.</p><br></li><li><p>Experience with feature delivery and tradeoffs of a product is a plus.</p><br></li></ul> </div>

<h2 class="h5">Job description</h2> <div class="t-break" data-jb-field="description"> Result of Service<br>The consultant is expected to deliver the following outputs: • Inception note and detailed workplan for version 1 of ADA 2.0 development; • Review and provide feedback on the progressively evolving editions of the ADDR as regional baselines; • Successive Iterations/Drafts of version 1 of ADA 2.0, including the Provisional Progress Report and the Provisional Proposed Architecture to member countries. • Executive summary in English; • PowerPoint presentations and briefing materials; • Consolidated bibliography and references database. The completed document shall: • Be submitted in editable MS Word format (*.docx); • Include automatically generated table of contents, list of tables, and figures; • Be thoroughly proofread and referenced; • Respect ESCWA publication and anti-plagiarism requirements. The content of all outputs shall remain the sole property of ESCWA.<br> Work Location<br>Remote<br> Expected duration<br>6 months<br> Duties and Responsibilities<br>Background The Economic and Social Commission for Western Asia (ESCWA) launched the Advancing Digital Cooperation and Development – Arab States Action Programme (ADCD-ASAP) in 2020 to support Arab countries in harnessing digital technologies for sustainable development and accelerating the implementation of the 2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development. The programme aims, among others, to strengthen regional and national digital policy frameworks, promote digital cooperation, and support evidence-based digital development strategies across the Arab region. Within this framework, and under the auspices of the Arab Telecom and Information Technology Council of Ministers (ATICM), and its resolution in December 2020, ESCWA and the League of Arab States (LAS) jointly established a joint project to Develop, Deploy and Constantly Upgrade the Arab ICT Strategy for the region, in the form of an Arab Digital Agenda as strategic living instrument for 10 years. The ADA is not an outcome, it is a journey of constant growth that is meant to cope with any future developments in the technology and related policies; to induce action at different fronts in all facets of technology, through it mechanism and through partnerships with UN bodies and Arab bodies; and to advance progress at member states level that can be measured and monitored. Accordingly, ESCWA and LAS worked with Member States, to co-develop, the Arab Digital Agenda/ICT Strategy (ADA 1.0 / ADAICTS), which serves as a regional strategic vision, compass and action-framework guiding Arab digital development efforts and supporting national digital development agendas, in all digital development areas. The process of co-developing by ESCWA and Member States of the first edition of the ADA took place during 2021-2022, through successive iterations and engagements, with Member States (through the ADA’s Core Research and Technical Cooperation Mechanism (CRTCM), the ADA’s Joint Technical Committee (JTC), the LAS Arab Working Group on Arab ICT Strategy, the LAS Arab Permanent Committee on ICTs, the LAS Arab Executive Bureau all the way up to the Council of Minsters; leading to the adoption of the final version of the 1st edition of the Arab Digital Agenda 2023-2033, by the ATICM on 23 January 2023 and by Arab ECOSOC in 9 February 2023, and by heads of States in 19 May 2023; with the promise of supporting its deployment and the expectation of constant update of the agenda and constant monitoring of member states progress in achieving its goals and targets using the agreed-upon instruments. The first milestone for all of the above will be towards the end of 2027. Overall Timeframes, Milestone and Nature of ADA 2.0 Building on the above, and under the umbrella of the ATICM, ESCWA and LAS are launching the process of co-developing with Member States the Second Edition of the Arab Digital Agenda (ADA 2.0); which is planned to be co-produced during the period of 2026-2027, with a target goal of adopting the second edition of the Arab Digital Agenda in its final form during the ATICM meeting of December 2027/January 2028. Accordingly, and based on the established work modalities, the first version of ADA 2.0 will need to be presented to the ATICM meeting scheduled for December 2026/January 2027. Towards this end, ESCWA is managing, during the second half of 2026, the first phase of ADA 2.0 sub-project to prepare for submitting the first version of the ADA2.0 to the respective LAS Arab Working Group on Arab ICT Strategy that is scheduled to be convened during November/December 2026, and subsequently to the LAS Arab Permanent Committee on ICTs, the LAS Arab Executive Bureau all the way up to the Council of Ministers during December 2026/January 2027. The envisaged ADA2.0 - as a comprehensive regional strategic framework and policy blueprint for digital development in the Arab region over the coming decade, aligned with international and regional digital cooperation priorities - is scheduled for the end of 2027 is planned to have two perspectives: 1-First, looking backward As part of its monitoring role, ADA2.0 will result a report on the progress of member countries in achieving the goals and targets of the ADA during the period between December 2022 and December 2027, namely the “Provisional Progress Report”,, marking the progress in the elapsing five years on the basic scope of ADA1.0, and will be finalized by the end of December 2027. As such, the work during 2026 along this perspective is specifically planned to result in a provisional version of this progress report (in four years only). During 2027, it will be updated in terms of value to reflect the five years; and more importantly, it will also be radically expanded in terms of scope during 2027, as per the second perspective below, producing the first baseline for the expanded scope. Hence, work on this perspective during the second half of 2026 is expected to produce around one third of the final report planned for end of 2027. The rest will be during 2027 benefiting from feedback from the Ministerial Council meeting of December 2026/January 2027. The work on this perspective will be supported by the ongoing third round of the National Digital Development Reviews (NDDRs 3.0), which will be reflected in the the Arab Digital Development Report (ADDR 3.0) that will accompany the ADA2.0 as it accompaniment flagship by the end of 2027. 2-Second, looking forward As part of its future orientation, strategizing and constant update role, ADA2.0 will: a. adapt to be in synch with the latest global mandates inscribed in the latest UNGA Resolution 80/173 of December 2025, and the preceding Global Digital Compact 2024. b. introduce an updated architecture for the basic scope of ADA 1.0 - defined by the 85 Goals, the 69 Targets and the 85 indicators (defined in the first edition of the ADA) c. expand the scope of the original ADA framework to address frontier, emerging and strategic policy areas shaping digital development globally and regionally. ADA2.0 will specifically witness an expanded scope that contains new thematic dimensions and indicators related to: • Artificial Intelligence (AI); • Emerging technologies; • Peaceful uses of outer space and geospatial technologies; • Environmental sustainability and green digital transformation; • Digital postal services and postal sector transformation. d. introduce a new architecture defining the goals and targets of the expanded scope in terms of additional Goals, Targets and indicators (in addition to the existing basic scope defined by the existing five-cluster ESCWA conceptual framework for digital development, which stands as the DNA of the whole process). These updates and expansions are based on the updated Guiding Manuals (GM 2.5)/(GM 3.0), as the common methodological framework underpinning the NDDRs, ADDR and ADA processes; and the Digital Development- Measurement and Monitoring Model (DD-MMM 1.5)/(DD-MMM 2.0), as the common framework for measurement, monitoring and assessment of digital development progress. The associated ESCWA newly produced addendums, developed by ESCWA in consultation with member countries and regional stakeholders during 2025-2026, are currently guiding the process of digital development reviews at national and regional levels during 2026-2027 and are considered an integral part of the envisaged ADA2.0. Hence, the work during 2026 along this perspective is specifically planned to result in a provisional version of the proposed new architecture to member countries, namely the “Provisional Proposed Architecture”, regarding the following aspects that will need to be worked on during 2027:  the new architecture of the expanded scope and the newly introduced addendums, in terms of Goals, Targets and Indicators;  the positioning of the new architecture of the addendums, vis-à-vis the existing architecture of the basic scope.  the sustainability of the Digital Development indicators observatories at the national level.  the periodicity of the next milestones for monitoring progress.  advancing partnerships and alliances between ADA and the partners of various thematic subprogrammes. Hence, work on this perspective during the second half of 2026 is expected to produce around one third of the final version of ADA 2.0 planned for end of 2027. The rest will be during 2027 benefiting from feedback from the Ministerial Council meeting of December 2026/January 2027. Purpose and Objectives of this assignment In summary, the consultancy subject to this assignment aims to support ESCWA and LAS in producing the first version of ADA 2.0, within the following contexts: • The NDDRs 3.0, ADDR 3.0 and ADA 2.0 processes constitute three interlinked components of a single regional policy cycle. o NDDRs 3.0 provides the national evidence base, o ADDR 3.0 provides the regional analytical synthesis, and o ADA 2.0 translates these findings into a regional strategic framework and implementation roadmap for digital development and digital cooperation in the Arab region. • This process is further anchored in United Nations General Assembly resolution 80/173 on the WSIS+20 review, which reaffirms the role of the United Nations regional commissions as regional mechanisms for implementation and follow-up of WSIS outcomes and calls for scaling up policy guidance, technical assistance, capacity-building and partnerships in support of digital development. • ADA 2.0 constitutes the regional strategic policy framework through which Arab countries will operationalize regional commitments related to WSIS+20, the Global Digital Compact, the Pact for the Future, Arab Vision 2045 and the Arab Digital Agenda 2023–2033, while contributing to the implementation of Arab Vision 2045 through digital development, digital cooperation and digital transformation pathways. The main objective of this consultancy is to support ESCWA and LAS in the preparation, drafting, and refinement of the first version of ADA 2.0, building on: • ADA 1.0 outcomes and lessons learned; • Findings emerging from NDDRs 3.0 and ADDR 3.0; • Capacity Building programme for National Focal Points intended for July 2026 • The additional five addendums of the expanded scope of the Conceptual Model • The updated Guiding Manual (GM 2.5 / GM 3.0), as the common methodological framework underpinning the NDDRs, ADDR and ADA processes; and the Digital Development - Measurement and Monitoring Model (DD-MMM 1.5 / 2.0), as the common framework for measurement, monitoring and assessment of digital development progress; and their associated addendums; • Contributions from Arab countries, regional organizations, UN agencies, and technical experts. The consultant shall contribute to the development of successive iterations of version 1 of ADA 2.0, including its strategic framework, implementation approach, monitoring framework, and regional cooperation dimensions, with explicit attention to digital cooperation, digital governance, digital diplomacy, the formulation of regional positions in global digital processes, and multistakeholder engagement modalities. Duties and Responsibilities Under overall guidance and supervision of Chief of ESCWA ICT Policies Section, and Programme Lead of the ADA, and in close collaboration with the Programme Management Officer and ESCWA substantive focal point for this consultancy, the consultant will conduct the following tasks: Strategic and Substantive Work a) Review ADA 1.0, related ESCWA/LAS documentation, NDDRs 3.0 findings, ADDR 3.0 preliminary outputs, and relevant international and regional digital policy frameworks, including WSIS+20, the Global Digital Compact, the Pact for the Future, United Nations General Assembly Resolution A/RES/80/173, Arab Vision 2045 and the Arab Digital Agenda 2023–2033. b) Review the updated Guiding Manual (GM 2.5 / GM 3.0), as the common methodological framework underpinning the NDDRs, ADDR and ADA processes; and the Digital Development- Measurement and Monitoring Model (DD-MMM 1.5 / 2.0), as the common framework for measurement, monitoring and assessment of digital development progress; and the related addendums. c) Support the development of baselines, comparative analysis, and synthesis of findings emerging from NDDRs 3.0 and ADDR 3.0 during the early phases of the assignment, to inform the strategic priorities, indicators, implementation approach, and monitoring framework of ADA 2.0. d) Coordinate and undertake the substantive formulation and structuring of version 1 of ADA 2.0, including the development and refinement of its successive iterations, strategic priorities, objectives, and implementation components. e) Integrate and mainstream emerging and cross-sectoral priorities within version 1 of ADA 2.0 to ensure its relevance and responsiveness to evolving regional and global digital development trends, including those related to the addendums: • Artificial Intelligence; • Emerging technologies; • Peaceful use of outer space and geospatial technologies; • Environmental sustainability and green digital transformation; • Role of postal sector in digital development/Digital postal services. f) Ensure alignment between version 1 of ADA 2.0, NDDRs 3.0, and ADDR 3.0 findings, and the progressively evolving regional baselines, including corresponding goals, targets, indicators, and actions. g) Contribute to the refinement of strategic priorities, implementation pillars, action plans, indicators, monitoring frameworks, and regional cooperation mechanisms. h) Ensure that ADA 2.0 monitoring framework builds upon the Digital Development - Measurement and Monitoring Model (DD-MMM 2.0), including baselines values, indicators definitions, measurement approaches and reporting modalities while maintaining consistency with relevant NDDRs 3.0 and ADDR 3.0 indicators and findings. i) Review and update strategic content related to digital governance, implementation, monitoring and evaluation, financing mechanisms, institutional coordination, digital cooperation and digital diplomacy. Research j) Undertake desk research, policy analysis, benchmarking exercises, and literature reviews related to regional and international digital agendas and technology governance. k) Maintain a comprehensive bibliography and reference database. l) Coordinate closely with the ESCWA consultant and the team working on the development of the ADDR3.0 and GM3.0 to ensure alignment and consistency of findings, indicators, baselines and regional digital development narratives, as well as with designated national consultants, national focal points, LAS Arab Working Groups, and relevant regional mechanisms, including the Digital Cooperation and Development Forum (DCDF), the Arab Internet Governance Forum (Arab IGF), the Arab High-Level Forum on WSIS and the 2030 Agenda (Arab WSIS Forum), as well as relevant regional and international organizations, as needed. m) Compile and harmonize contributions received from Arab countries and participating organizations. n) Participate in and contribute substantively to technical meetings, workshops, consultations, expert group meetings, policy deliberations and multi-stakeholder engagement processes related to version 1 of ADA 2.0. o) Support regional consultations, policy dialogue processes, expert meetings and consensus-building activities related to digital development, digital cooperation and emerging digital policy issues. p) Analyze and integrate outcomes emerging from relevant regional and global digital governance, digital cooperation, and digital development processes, including their implications for ADA 2.0 priorities, regional cooperation mechanisms, and implementation pathways. q) Support joint technical coordination among ADA 2.0, ADDR 3.0 and NDDRs 3.0 workstreams to align the emerging regional baseline with ADA goals, targets, indicators and actions. Drafting and Consultation Process r) Prepare and revise successive iterations of version 1 of ADA 2.0 based on ESCWA, LAS, and stakeholders feedback. s) Contribute to the development of presentation materials, executive summaries, and briefing notes. t) Ensure that version 1 of ADA 2.0 incorporates gender equality, youth empowerment, inclusion of persons with disabilities, and inclusive digital development principles in line with ESCWA publication standards. u) Ensure that all outputs are evidence-based, properly referenced, and aligned with ESCWA editorial and publication standards.<br> Qualifications/special skills<br>Master's degree in ICT, digital development, public policy, international development, or related fields is required. All candidates must submit a copy of the required educational degree. Incomplete applications will not be reviewed. At least 15 years of professional experience in ICT for development, digital transformation, digital policies and strategies, Internet governance, or related areas is required. Experience in digital governance, digital cooperation, Internet governance, AI governance and multilateral digital policy processes is required. Proven experience in drafting regional digital agendas, ICT strategies, or digital development reports is required. Extensive knowledge of digital development issues in the Arab region is required. Demonstrated experience working with international and regional organizations is required. Familiarity with ESCWA digital development work, including ADA, NDDRs, and ADDR processes, is desirable.<br> Languages<br>English and French are the working languages of the United Nations Secretariat; and Arabic is a working language of ESCWA. For this position, fluency in written and spoken Arabic and English is required. Note: “Fluency” equals a rating of ‘fluent’ in all four areas (speak, read, write, and understand) and “Knowledge of” equals a rating of ‘confident’ in two of the four areas.<br> Additional Information<br>Not available.<br> No Fee<br>THE UNITED NATIONS DOES NOT CHARGE A FEE AT ANY STAGE OF THE RECRUITMENT PROCESS (APPLICATION, INTERVIEW MEETING, PROCESSING, OR TRAINING). THE UNITED NATIONS DOES NOT CONCERN ITSELF WITH INFORMATION ON APPLICANTS’ BANK ACCOUNTS.<br><br><br> </div>

<h2 class="h5">Job description</h2> <div class="t-break" data-jb-field="description"> Result of Service<br>A report explaining the draft framework for well-permitting. A report on proof of concept demonstrating the implementation of the framework, including codes and operational commands.<br> Work Location<br>Remotely<br> Expected duration<br>3 months<br> Duties and Responsibilities<br>Background Arab States are among the most water scarce in the world, with 19 States out of 22 below the water scarcity threshold including 13 States below the absolute water scarcity threshold. Freshwater scarcity is aggravated by several factors, including dependency on transboundary water resources, pollution, climate change, non-revenue water losses, inefficient use, increasing demand, insufficient investment, and damage to infrastructure due to conflict. Water scarcity is a significant challenge for sustainable development, as it directly affects the ability to ensure access to water and sanitation for all, while also having important implications for energy and food security, economic development, as well as urban and rural livelihoods. Water security challenges caused by water scarcity also require national and regional security considerations and transboundary water cooperation to achieve global goals. Sustainable groundwater management in the Arab region is central to water security. Groundwater accounts for half of the freshwater needs in Arab States, be it for agriculture, industry, energy or domestic use. The reliance on groundwater is increasing as surface waters become more scarce, polluted and costly to capture in face of climate change impacts and increasing demand. Although groundwater resources in the Arab region are critical for water security, relevant data and information remains limited and inaccessible. ESCWA established the Arab Groundwater Knowledge Platform as a regional knowledge hub to avail geospatial resources and information regarding this critical resource. Lebanon similarly is becoming more and more reliant on groundwater resources with some aquifers already being depleted by over pumping by private wells or being affected by seawater intrusion. Data on groundwater is either unavailable or inaccessible or greatly dispersed across several private and public entities. The Ministry of Energy and Water, the main custodian for groundwater, has a great need to update its groundwater database and develop geospatial analytical capacities of staff to better monitor groundwater resources, support groundwater wells licensing and inform management of the resources. The consultant is intended to support ongoing work to utilize geospatial information system (GIS) technologies for the review, digitization, classification and analysis of maps related to groundwater resources to facilitate analysis for informed decision-making. Duties and Responsibilities • Support update of an interactive WebGIS dashboard and integrate additional monitoring, climate and remote sensing datasets into the platform; • Develop a draft framework for well permitting decision making based on specialized codes that operationalize collected data and information combined with regulatory criteria; • Develop full hydrogeological factsheets for selected national priority national aquifers supported by data and information from platform.<br> Qualifications/special skills<br>A first-level university degree in geoscience, hydrogeology or related field is required. A Master’s degree in a similar field is desirable. All candidates must submit a copy of the required educational degree. Incomplete applications will not be reviewed. A minimum of one year of professional work experience in geoscience and GIS analysis is required. Knowledge in groundwater modelling is desirable. Knowledge of Python desirable.<br> Languages<br>English and French are the working languages of the United Nations Secretariat; and Arabic is a working language of ESCWA. For this position, fluency in English and Arabic is required. Note: “Fluency” equals a rating of ‘fluent’ in all four areas (speak, read, write, and understand).<br> Additional Information<br>Not available.<br> No Fee<br>THE UNITED NATIONS DOES NOT CHARGE A FEE AT ANY STAGE OF THE RECRUITMENT PROCESS (APPLICATION, INTERVIEW MEETING, PROCESSING, OR TRAINING). THE UNITED NATIONS DOES NOT CONCERN ITSELF WITH INFORMATION ON APPLICANTS’ BANK ACCOUNTS.<br><br><br> </div>

<p><h4>About Noema Consulting</h4> <p>Noema stands as a reliable partner, delivering cutting-edge IT solutions and outstanding service to organizations across diverse industries, with a special emphasis on banking. Leveraging deep expertise in digital transformation, data analytics & AI, SAP solutions, and quality assurance & support, Noema empowers clients to streamline processes, make smarter decisions, and drive sustainable business growth at an accelerated pace.</p> <h4>The role</h4> <p>The Senior SAP CDS Consultant supports SAP Analytics Cloud initiatives by designing, developing, and optimizing robust CDS views and data models that enable accurate, efficient, and scalable reporting and analytics. The role involves translating business and technical requirements into high-quality SAP data solutions, ensuring data reliability, performance, and alignment with SAC reporting needs.</p> <p>This position requires strong hands-on expertise in SAP Core Data Services, data modeling, and data management, along with the ability to collaborate closely with business stakeholders, functional teams, and technical teams. It also includes ownership of CDS development activities, performance optimization, data quality, and the delivery of reliable solutions that support data-driven decision-making.</p> <h4>Key responsibilities</h4> <li>Lead the design, development, and enhancement of SAP CDS views and data models to support SAC reporting and analytics requirements.</li> <li>Collaborate with SAC architects, business analysts, data stewards, and technical teams to translate business needs into efficient CDS-based data models.</li> <li>Optimize CDS views for performance, scalability, and usability in SAC dashboards, stories, and reports.</li> <li>Support data integration activities and ensure data consistency, accuracy, and availability across SAP systems used for SAC initiatives.</li> <li>Provide technical guidance and mentoring to junior developers and other team members involved in data modeling and reporting activities.</li> <li>Perform code reviews, apply best practices, and ensure adherence to SAP development standards.</li> <li>Troubleshoot and resolve complex data-related, performance, and reporting issues in collaboration with cross-functional teams.</li> <li>Document development activities, maintain version control, and ensure alignment with internal governance and quality standards.</li> <li>Stay up to date with SAP technologies, CDS enhancements, and SAC capabilities to continuously improve data management and reporting solutions.</li> <h4>Requirements</h4> <p><strong>Experience:</strong></p> <li>5+ years of experience in SAP development with a focus on CDS views and data modeling in SAP S/4HANA environments.</li> <li>Experience optimizing CDS views for analytical performance and complex business use cases.</li> <li>Experience with SAP BW/4HANA or other SAP BI tools is a plus.</li> <p><strong>Educational background:</strong></p> <li>Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, or related field.</li> <li>Relevant SAP certifications in ABAP or SAC are desirable.</li> <p><strong>Competencies:</strong></p> <p><strong>Technical excellence:</strong></p> <li>Strong understanding of SAP Analytics Cloud architecture and data consumption patterns.</li> <li>Proficiency in ABAP programming and CDS development tools, including annotations, associations, and extensions.</li> <li>Knowledge of data management principles, data governance, and ETL processes.</li> <p><strong>Behavioural/core:</strong></p> <li>Analytical thinking and problem-solving mindset.</li> <li>Excellent communication with business and technical stakeholders.</li> <li>Cross-functional collaboration.</li> <li>Ownership, accountability, and attention to detail.</li> <li>Technical leadership and mentoring ability.</li> <li>Continuous learning mindset.</li> <h4>Benefits</h4> <li>A fully remote work environment.</li> <li>The opportunity to contribute to international projects for global clients.</li> <li>A collaborative, multicultural team setting.</li> <li>The chance to take ownership and make a real impact.</li> <li>Exposure to experienced professionals and high-quality delivery standards.</li> <li>A culture built on collaboration, professionalism, and continuous improvement.</li></p><p></p>

<h2 class="h5">Job description</h2> <div class="t-break" data-jb-field="description"> Result of Service<br>1- Annotated outline based on discussion with ESCWA regarding structure and scope of the paper 2- First draft of analytical paper based on feedback received on annotated outline, including preliminary list of references 3- Final analytical paper based on feedback received on first draft, including footnotes and complete references<br> Work Location<br>Remotely<br> Expected duration<br>6 weeks<br> Duties and Responsibilities<br>Background Water is essential for sustainable development, particularly in the water-scarce Arab region. The freshwater scarcity situation is aggravated by several factors, such as dependency on shared water resources, pollution, climate change impacts and extreme events, non-revenue water losses, inefficient use and high population growth. Water scarcity is a significant challenge for sustainable development, as it directly affects the ability to ensure access to water and sanitation for all, while also having important implications for energy and food security, economic development, as well as urban and rural livelihoods. Water security challenges caused by water scarcity also require national and regional security considerations. Overcoming these challenges calls for a holistic approach that creates an effective enabling environment made possible through stronger governance, more effective financial strategies, innovation, data for decision-making and capacity development. The water security challenges must be addressed in coordinated regional, national and central approaches that enable the attainment of sustainable development and prosperity for all. Objective To prepare an analytical paper on water security across the Arab region that elaborates on current challenges and offers insights on potential pathways for advancing the water agenda across the region. Duties and Responsibilities Under the overall guidance of the Climate Change and Natural Resource Sustainability Cluster Lead and the direct supervision of the Senior Sustainable Development Officer for water, the consultant will undertake the following tasks: • Provide a framing for water security in the Arab region, drawing on national processes and priorities, as well as regional water security strategy of the Arab Ministerial Water Council of the League of Arab states and global approaches such as the Water Action Decade. • Review the present landscape characterizing water security in Arab countries, providing examples of fruitful cooperation between multiple Arab countries. • Examine key drivers of water security vulnerability and resilience in the region, including climate change, economic development and conflict. • Assess the role of national and regional enablers for advancing in water security, including innovation and technology, finance, knowledge exchange, private sector engagement and identify opportunities for regional cooperation. • Offer insights and recommendations on priority areas for investment and cooperation to advance resilient water security across the region.<br> Qualifications/special skills<br>A master's degree or higher in water resources management, hydrology, hydrogeology, sustainable development, natural resources management or related field is required. A PhD is desirable. All candidates must submit a copy of the required educational degree. Incomplete applications will not be reviewed. A minimum of 10 years of professional work experience in the field of water resources management, with demonstrated experience working on regional development issues related to the Arab region is required Demonstrated experience writing reports and papers for international organizations on water resources is required. Demonstrated experience conducting quantitative analysis and interpretation is desirable.<br> Languages<br>English and French are the working languages of the United Nations Secretariat; and Arabic is a working language of ESCWA. For this position, fluency in English is required. Knowledge of Arabic is desirable. Knowledge of French is desirable. Note: "Fluency" equals a rating of 'fluent' in all four areas (speak, read, write, and understand) and "Knowledge of" equals a rating of 'confident' in two of the four areas.<br> Additional Information<br>Not available.<br> No Fee<br>THE UNITED NATIONS DOES NOT CHARGE A FEE AT ANY STAGE OF THE RECRUITMENT PROCESS (APPLICATION, INTERVIEW MEETING, PROCESSING, OR TRAINING). THE UNITED NATIONS DOES NOT CONCERN ITSELF WITH INFORMATION ON APPLICANTS’ BANK ACCOUNTS.<br><br><br> </div>

<p><h4>About Noema Consulting</h4> <p>Noema stands as a reliable partner, delivering cutting-edge IT solutions and outstanding service to organizations across diverse industries, with a special emphasis on banking. Leveraging deep expertise in digital transformation, data analytics & AI, SAP solutions, and quality assurance & support, Noema empowers clients to streamline processes, make smarter decisions, and drive sustainable business growth at an accelerated pace.</p> <h4>The role</h4> <p>The Senior SAP CDS Consultant supports SAP Analytics Cloud initiatives by designing, developing, and optimizing robust CDS views and data models that enable accurate, efficient, and scalable reporting and analytics. The role involves translating business and technical requirements into high-quality SAP data solutions, ensuring data reliability, performance, and alignment with SAC reporting needs.</p> <p>This position requires strong hands-on expertise in SAP Core Data Services, data modeling, and data management, along with the ability to collaborate closely with business stakeholders, functional teams, and technical teams. It also includes ownership of CDS development activities, performance optimization, data quality, and the delivery of reliable solutions that support data-driven decision-making.</p> <h4>Key responsibilities</h4> <li>Lead the design, development, and enhancement of SAP CDS views and data models to support SAC reporting and analytics requirements.</li> <li>Collaborate with SAC architects, business analysts, data stewards, and technical teams to translate business needs into efficient CDS-based data models.</li> <li>Optimize CDS views for performance, scalability, and usability in SAC dashboards, stories, and reports.</li> <li>Support data integration activities and ensure data consistency, accuracy, and availability across SAP systems used for SAC initiatives.</li> <li>Provide technical guidance and mentoring to junior developers and other team members involved in data modeling and reporting activities.</li> <li>Perform code reviews, apply best practices, and ensure adherence to SAP development standards.</li> <li>Troubleshoot and resolve complex data-related, performance, and reporting issues in collaboration with cross-functional teams.</li> <li>Document development activities, maintain version control, and ensure alignment with internal governance and quality standards.</li> <li>Stay up to date with SAP technologies, CDS enhancements, and SAC capabilities to continuously improve data management and reporting solutions.</li> <h4>Requirements</h4> <p><strong>Experience:</strong></p> <li>5+ years of experience in SAP development with a focus on CDS views and data modeling in SAP S/4HANA environments.</li> <li>Experience optimizing CDS views for analytical performance and complex business use cases.</li> <li>Experience with SAP BW/4HANA or other SAP BI tools is a plus.</li> <p><strong>Educational background:</strong></p> <li>Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, or related field.</li> <li>Relevant SAP certifications in ABAP or SAC are desirable.</li> <p><strong>Competencies:</strong></p> <p><strong>Technical excellence:</strong></p> <li>Strong understanding of SAP Analytics Cloud architecture and data consumption patterns.</li> <li>Proficiency in ABAP programming and CDS development tools, including annotations, associations, and extensions.</li> <li>Knowledge of data management principles, data governance, and ETL processes.</li> <p><strong>Behavioural/core:</strong></p> <li>Analytical thinking and problem-solving mindset.</li> <li>Excellent communication with business and technical stakeholders.</li> <li>Cross-functional collaboration.</li> <li>Ownership, accountability, and attention to detail.</li> <li>Technical leadership and mentoring ability.</li> <li>Continuous learning mindset.</li> <h4>Benefits</h4> <li>A fully remote work environment.</li> <li>The opportunity to contribute to international projects for global clients.</li> <li>A collaborative, multicultural team setting.</li> <li>The chance to take ownership and make a real impact.</li> <li>Exposure to experienced professionals and high-quality delivery standards.</li> <li>A culture built on collaboration, professionalism, and continuous improvement.</li></p><p></p>