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Facilitator/Consultant on WPS Storytelling (Retainer)
Home-based with travel to various locations
Background Information
Following years of conflict in Yemen, an UN-facilitated ceasefire and ongoing diplomatic dialogues have opened opportunities for a comprehensive, inclusive peace process. To address gaps in representation, particularly of women and youth, the Inclusion Unit at the Office of the Special Envoy of the Secretary-General for Yemen (OSESGY) has been leading consultative meetings. These efforts aim to incorporate women’s and youth perspectives into a Yemeni-led political transition, ensuring their voices contribute to the peace process roadmap.
The Women, Peace, and Security (WPS) Storytelling project seeks to document women’s experiences during the conflict, leveraging storytelling as a tool for healing, reconciliation, and policy advocacy. The project aims to preserve personal narratives through film, fostering empathy and advancing women’s roles in peacebuilding.
Functional Responsibilities
The Facilitator/Consultant will report to the Senior Gender Affairs Officer and work in coordination with the Strategic Communications and Public Information Office (SCPIO). Responsibilities include:
- Facilitating WPS Storytelling Sessions
- Design and deliver storytelling workshops for Yemeni women to share and document their experiences.
- Create a safe space for participants to express themselves freely and confidently.
- Collect insights on peace and security needs, ensuring inclusivity in storytelling processes.
- Content Development and Documentation
- Lead the creation of scripts and narrative frameworks for film production.
- Guide participants in shaping their personal stories to align with WPS goals.
- Collaborate with filmmakers and content creators to memorialize these stories.
- Capacity Building
- Provide training and mentorship for Yemeni women to enhance their storytelling skills.
- Equip participants with tools to advocate for their rights and engage in peace processes effectively.
- Collaboration and Reporting
- Liaise with internal stakeholders to ensure storytelling aligns with OSESGY’s strategic objectives.
- Draft reports summarizing workshop outcomes and participant feedback.
Competencies
- Strategic Thinking: Develop long-term strategies for integrating women’s voices into peacebuilding.
- Inclusivity: Ensure diverse representation and amplify marginalized voices.
- Communication: Facilitate effective storytelling, ensuring narratives resonate with broader audiences.
Education/Experience/Language Requirements
Education:
- Advanced University Degree (Master’s or equivalent) in Gender Studies, Communications, Peacebuilding, or related fields.
Experience:
- Minimum 7 years of experience in facilitating workshops, gender-focused initiatives, or peacebuilding projects.
- Proven expertise in storytelling methodologies and multimedia content development.
- Experience working with conflict-affected populations and designing inclusive frameworks.
Languages:
- Fluency in English is required.
- Proficiency in Arabic is highly desirable.
Contract Details
- Type: International Individual Contractor Agreement (Retainer).
- Level: IICA-3.
- Duration: 6 months (12 days per month).
- Location: Home-based with travel to various locations.
Applications Deadline:
Submit your application by 10-Dec-2024 before midnight Copenhagen time (CET).
For more details on the role and application process, visit the UNOPS career page.
Make an impact through storytelling by empowering Yemeni women in advancing the WPS agenda.
To apply for this job please visit jobs.unops.org.