Mission and objectives

UN Women, grounded in the vision of equality enshrined in the Charter of the United Nations, works for the elimination of discrimination against women and girls; the empowerment of women; and the achievement of equality between women and men as partners and beneficiaries of development, human rights, humanitarian action and peace and security. UN Women Asia and the Pacific Regional Office (ROAP) is committed to leveraging innovation and emerging technologies to advance gender equality and empower women and girls. Within the context of its AI for Gender Equality initiatives and the regional “30 for 2030” youth engagement program, this assignment aligns with the priorities of promoting digital and green skills, fostering climate justice, and building youth capacities for sustainable development. UN Women ROAP envision to collaborate with technology and innovation companies in the Asia Pacific region to promote women empowerment and leadership in the digital economy, promote women safe and inclusive cyber spaces and mobilize private sector companies to commit to the Action Collation on Technology and Innovation for Gender Equality. This will require wide consultations with women and girls, young feminists, tech for gender equality experts and CSOs from across the region. These efforts align with the region’s broader needs, as escalating natural hazards, climate-related emergencies, and crises increasingly erode development gains. Women and youth, particularly those from marginalized groups, face heightened risks due to pervasive inequalities and limited access to resources, making their inclusion essential in building resilient, equitable societies.

Context

The transition to a low-carbon and resilient future offers a critical opportunity to redress these inequalities. By empowering youth and placing women and other marginalized groups at the center, this transformation can drive innovative solutions to climate and disaster challenges, while fostering gender justice and human rights. The EmPower: Women for Climate Resilient Societies Project exemplifies this approach by strengthening capacities at regional and country levels to advance gender-responsive climate action. Through its second phase, the project supports women’s leadership, builds adaptive capacities for resilient livelihoods, and integrates renewable energy solutions. By engaging youth as key stakeholders, this initiative aims to inspire a new generation of climate advocates, amplify marginalized voices, and create sustainable and equitable pathways for the future. The UN Volunteer Specialist will play a crucial role in advancing UN Women ROAP’s commitment to leveraging technology and youth leadership for gender-responsive climate action. Their support will focus on coordinating regional AI for Gender Equality initiatives, integrating digital and green skills development, and fostering partnerships with technology and innovation companies. Additionally, the UNV will facilitate consultations and capacity strengthening activities with diverse stakeholders, including young feminists, tech experts, and CSOs, to ensure inclusive and impactful solutions.

Task Description

Within the delegated authority and under the supervision of by both Advocacy and Campaigns Coordinator and Programme Coordinator, Climate Change, the UNV Programme Analyst will coordinate and support the implementation of the UN Women AI School, focusing on ethical AI, productivity tools, and custom solutions to advance gender equality. They will facilitate youth engagement initiatives under the “30 for 2030” program, promoting digital and green skills while empowering young leaders in climate justice. Additionally, the specialist will foster multi-stakeholder collaborations with academia, private sector, and civil society, ensuring alignment with the SDGs and UN Women’s strategic goals. They will also monitor and report on program outcomes, develop toolkits, and contribute to innovative projects addressing gender biases in AI and online gender-based violence. Innovation and AI for Gender Equality: • Coordinate and provide technical support for the implementation of the UN Women AI School curriculum in the region, focusing on ethical AI, productivity tools, and custom AI solutions. • Support the development of projects that address gender biases in AI, particularly in large language models, and align them with global and regional priorities. • Promote the integration of AI and machine learning to enhance operational efficiency in achieving SDGs, particularly those related to gender equality and climate action. • Develop toolkits and training materials to address online gender-based violence and promote gender-transformative technology use. Youth Engagement and Green Skills • Support Gender-Responsive Climate Action Initiatives, coordinating the implementation of youth-focused activities under the EmPower: Women for Climate Resilient Societies Project, with a focus on building capacities for climate advocacy and leadership • Collaborate with regional and country-level teams to integrate gender-responsive and youth-driven approaches in climate change adaptation and disaster risk reduction (DRR) • Facilitate activities within the “30 for 2030” initiatives to empower youth leaders in climate justice and sustainable development. • Engage with youth networks, civil society organizations (CSOs), and climate action groups to amplify youth and gender-inclusive solutions in regional dialogues and decision-making spaces • Develop content for advocacy campaigns and knowledge products highlighting the intersections of youth leadership, gender equality, and climate resilience in the Asia-Pacific region. Coordination and Stakeholder Engagement • Act as the focal point for regional partnerships with academia, the private sector, and civil society to promote multi-stakeholder collaboration in AI for development initiatives. • Engage with internal and external partners to ensure alignment of initiatives with the UN Sustainable Development Cooperation Framework and the 2030 Agenda. Monitoring and Reporting • Draft periodic progress reports on AI School and youth engagement initiatives, highlighting achievements and areas for improvement. • Collect and analyze data on the impact of innovation and technology-focused interventions for gender equality. Furthermore, UN Volunteers are encouraged to integrate the UN Volunteers Programme mandate within their assignment and promote voluntary action through engagement with communities in the course of their work. As such, UN Volunteers should dedicate a part of their working time to some of the following suggested activities: • Strengthen their knowledge and understanding of the concept of volunteerism by reading relevant UNV and external publications and take active part in UNV activities (for instance in events that mark International Volunteer Day); • Be acquainted with and build on traditional and/or local forms of volunteerism in the host country; • Provide annual and end of assignment self-reports on UN Volunteer actions, results and opportunities. • Contribute articles/write-ups on field experiences and submit them for UNV publications/websites, newsletters, press releases, etc.; • Assist with the UNV Buddy Programme for newly-arrived UN Volunteers; • Promote or advise local groups in the use of online volunteering or encourage relevant local individuals and organizations to use the UNV Online Volunteering service whenever technically possible. Key Performance Indicators: • Timely and effective coordination of AI School sessions, ensuring adherence to the schedule and participant satisfaction in line with UN Women guidelines. • Full compliance with UN Women rules and procedures in implementing innovation, AI for gender equality, and youth programming activities. • Accurate tracking and reporting of data related to youth engagement, climate justice, and innovation initiatives for donor and internal purposes. • Quality development and dissemination of programmatic tools, reports, and advocacy materials that align with project objectives and UN Women standards. • Systematic integration of Age, Gender, and Diversity perspectives in all activities, with achievements documented and shared during the assignment. • A comprehensive final statement of accomplishments, including reporting on key outputs, partnerships fostered, and volunteerism contributions to peace and development goals.

Competencies and values

Core Values: • Respect for Diversity • Integrity • Professionalism • Genuine commitment towards the principles of voluntary engagement, which includes solidarity, compassion, reciprocity and self-reliance; and commitment towards UN Women’s mission and vision, as well as to the UN Core Values. Core Competencies: • Awareness and Sensitivity Regarding Gender Issues • Accountability • Creative Problem Solving • Effective Communication • Inclusive Collaboration • Stakeholder Engagement • Leading by Example Functional Competencies • Strong coordination and project management skills, with the ability to manage multiple initiatives related to innovation, AI, and youth engagement. • Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement abilities to foster partnerships with diverse entities, including academia, private sector, and civil society. • Proficiency in designing and delivering capacity-building activities, toolkits, and resources tailored to youth and gender equality objectives. • Analytical skills to collect, interpret, and report program data effectively, ensuring alignment with UN Women standards. • Good IT and digital literacy skills, including experience with AI tools and platforms, to support innovative program delivery.

Living conditions and remarks

Thailand is a newly-industrialized country with an incredible history. In the commercial center and capital city Bangkok, workers will find an industrial and service economy that has cemented the city as the one of economic centers of South East Asia. Bangkok is very modern, and so you can expect good telecommunications systems, high-quality architecture, public transportation networks and a generally metropolitan culture, with plenty of bars, restaurants and leisure facilities. There are over 10 million people living in Bangkok, and the population is growing. Outside the capital, Thailand’s diverse landscape is less modernized and predominantly agricultural. The mountainous north is littered with temples known as ‘wats’, which are popular with backpackers and tourists, and which reflect the country’s strong association with Buddhism. Along the Malay Peninsula and throughout the Gulf of Thailand in the south, one will find long stretches of tropical beaches and islands, including the popular destination of Koh Samui. Being close to the equator, Thailand is hot all year round, with a monsoon season lasting most of the summer. For this reason, air conditioning is essential for people living in Thailand. For more information, please visit https://www.internations.org/thailand-expats/guide/living-short; https://www.expatden.com/thailand/ Safety and Security All new personnel to UN Women will be arranged to attend mandatory security briefing, organized by UN DSS or UN Women safety and security personnel The UN Volunteer will be responsible for arranging his/her own housing and other living essentials.

Level of Education: Bachelor Degree

Work Hours: 8

Experience in Months: No requirements