Gender and AAP Programmatic Review Consultant (Home‑Based, 3.5 months)

About the role

UNICEF is seeking a short‑term consultant to lead a Gender Equality and Accountability to Affected Populations (AAP) Programmatic Review for its Lebanon Country Office. The consultant will work remotely for 3.5 months, supporting the alignment of country programme planning with the UNICEF Gender Equality Action Plan 2026‑2029.

Key responsibilities

• Conduct a structured Gender Equality and AAP programmatic review, identifying gaps and prioritising actions.
• Analyse existing programmes and emergency preparedness plans against UNICEF’s gender and AAP standards.
• Provide recommendations to strengthen gender‑responsive programming and AAP commitments.
• Prepare a concise report to inform the upcoming Country Programme Document 2028‑2032.
• Collaborate with UNICEF Lebanon staff and relevant stakeholders to ensure findings are actionable.

Required profile

• Demonstrated experience in gender equality programming, humanitarian standards, or related development work.
• Familiarity with UNICEF’s Gender Equality Action Plan, Strategic Plan, and AAP framework.
• Strong analytical and reporting skills, with the ability to synthesize findings into clear recommendations.
• Excellent written communication in English.

Required skills

• Knowledge of gender equality and AAP standards in humanitarian contexts.
• Experience conducting programme reviews or evaluations.

What we offer

• Opportunity to contribute to UNICEF’s strategic gender agenda in Lebanon.
• Flexible home‑based work arrangement.
• Competitive consultancy fee in line with UNICEF’s remuneration policies.