IMPORTANT: APPLICANTS MUST SUBMIT THEIR AREAS OF EXPERTISE ON THE APPLICATION FORM UNDER “EXPERTISES” SECTION.

Main Tasks & Responsibilities:

As a general roster, the UNFPA consultant roster does not indicate a specific task.  Tasks will be described in the terms of reference for a specific assignment.

Qualifications and Experience:

Qualifications vary and depend on specific consultancy requirements. In general, consultants possess advanced degrees and have significant experience in one or more of the thematic areas of UNFPA. Ideally, they have consulted with development agencies in international settings. Fluency in English is typically required; and, depending on the assignment, another UN language may also be required or considered desirable.

Required Competencies:

UNFPA has a set of required value-based, core and functional competencies.  Below are the value-based and core competencies of UNFPA. The functional competencies will be dependent upon the actual consultancy assignment.

VALUE-BASED COMPETENCIES:

• Exemplifying integrity
• Demonstrating commitment to UNFPA and the UN System
• Embracing cultural diversity
• Embracing change

CORE COMPETENCIES:

• Achieving results
• Being accountable
• Developing and applying professional expertise/business acumen
• Thinking analytically and strategically
• Working in teams/managing ourselves and our relationships
• Communicating for impact

Level of Education: Bachelor Degree

Work Hours: 8

Experience in Months: No requirements