Consultant on WEPs implementation and policy development

Description of Responsibilities /Scope of Work

1. Provide support to private companies and business associations in reviewing, developing, and adapting internal policies and practices related to gender equality and women’s economic empowerment, including contributing to self-assessments and Gender Action Plans.
2. Develop, consolidate, and maintain databases related to WEPs activities, including training participants, outreach activities, and partner engagement, ensuring data accuracy and regular updates.
3. Support the implementation and coordination of WEPs engagement activities in line with programme priorities.
4. Aid in identifying and sharing relevant opportunities for companies (e.g., partnerships, initiatives, or other forms of support) related to WEPs implementation.
5. Contribute to the implementation of initiatives engaging private sector companies in advancing women’s economic empowerment.
6. Prepare regular progress updates and final reports, including consolidation of data, lessons learned, and recommendations.
7. Support engagement with companies through online and in-person formats, including possible field visits to partner companies and business associations, as required.

Functional Competencies

• Good knowledge and understanding of gender equality and women’s economic empowerment frameworks, including the Women’s Empowerment Principles (WEPs), and their application within private sector operations.
• Experience in supporting engagement with private sector companies and business associations, including communication, coordination, and follow-up with partners.
• Demonstrated experience in supporting the review, development, and adaptation of corporate policies and practices related to gender equality, including conducting self-assessments and developing and implementing Gender Action Plans.
• Experience in data collection, organizing, and maintaining databases related to WEPs activities.