JOB DESCRIPTION

Background:
Please note that the vacancy is open for Kazakhstan nationals and permanent residents of Kazakhstan only.

The topic of women’s economic empowerment is of key importance for the OSCE as it directly links to the Organization’s comprehensive approach to security.
Advancing women’s equal access to economic opportunities fosters social cohesion, reduces inequalities, and enhances stability and sustainable development across the OSCE area.
In this regard, the OSCE Programme Office in Astana (Office) is planning to conduct a series of activities aimed at enhancing handicraft and entrepreneurship skills of a selected 12 socially vulnerable women. The main goal of this initiative is to enhance their employability and promote entrepreneurship by improving their access to economic opportunities. This initiative will take place in Almaty city from October to November (dates might change).

Objective of Assignment:
The Office is planning to hire a national consultant in the field of business development to to support the organization and co-ordination of art therapy workshops for socially vulnerable groups within the host country’s society in Almaty

Duration of Assignment:
October to November 2025 (dates might change)

Tasks and Responsibilities:
Under the overall supervision of the Senior Human Dimension Officer, the successful candidate will be tasked with the following duties:

1. Develop mentorship workshop schedule;
2. Submit session reports and attendance lists submitted after each workshop with an established feedback mechanism;
3. Keep individual mentoring notes for women who require follow-up support;
4. Action plans or personal goals developed by participants;
5. Prepare final summary of results.

Deliverables:

1. Workshop schedule is developed and implemented;
2. Pre-workshop and post-workshop evaluations are conducted with the attendance list;
3. Project participants received regular support, with particular attention given to those who require follow-up assistance;
4. Twelve goals and action plans were developed by the participants with the professional support of a mentor;
5. A comprehensive summary document was developed, consolidating key findings, achievements, challenges, and lessons learned from the project (min 2 pages)

Necessary Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Psychology, Social Work, Education, Gender Studies, or related field;
• Training in group facilitation, coaching, or mentoring highly desirable;
• Minimum 2 years of experience in group facilitation, mentoring, psychosocial support, or adult education;
• A record of working with socially vulnerable groups, especially women;
• Experience in designing and conducting workshops that build confidence, life skills, or resilience;
• Strong skills in group dynamics, conflict resolution, and participatory facilitation methods;
• Ability to create safe and inclusive spaces for open dialogue;
• Competence in basic reporting, documentation, and monitoring of participant progress;
• Excellent listening, communication, and motivational skills;
• Ability to work with women of different literacy levels and life experiences;
• Skilled in encouraging teamwork, peer support, and self-confidence;
• Flexible, adaptive, and able to respond to group needs as they evolve;
• Computer literate with practical experience using Microsoft applications.

Remuneration Package:

Remuneration will be based on the selected consultant’s/expert’s qualifications, experience, the tasks and deliverables for this position and in accordance with the OSCE established rates. It will be discussed during the interview. Payment will be transferred in local currency (tenge) to the bank account of the consultant.

If you wish to apply for this position, please use the OSCE’s online application link found under https://vacancies.osce.org/.

The OSCE retains the discretion to re-advertise/re-post the vacancy, to cancel the recruitment or to offer an appointment with a modified job description or for a different duration.

Only those candidates who are selected to participate in the subsequent stages of recruitment will be contacted.

The OSCE is committed to diversity and inclusion within its workforce, and encourages qualified female and male candidates from all religious, ethnic and social backgrounds to apply to become a part of the Organization.

Candidates should be aware that OSCE officials shall conduct themselves at all times in a manner befitting the status of an international civil servant. This includes avoiding any action which may adversely reflect on the integrity, independence and impartiality of their position and function as officials of the OSCE. The OSCE is committed to applying the highest ethical standards in carrying out its mandate. For more information on the values set out in OSCE Competency Model, please see https://jobs.osce.org/resources/document/our-competency-model.

Please be aware that the OSCE does not request payment at any stage of the application and review process.

Additional Information

• Issued by: OSCE Programme Office in Astana
• Requisition ID: KAZ000126
• Contract Type: Special Service Agreement (SSA) / Consultant
• Grade: No grade
• Job Type: Consultant
• Number of posts: 1
• Location: KAZ – OSCE Programme Office in Astana, Astana
• Issue Date: Oct 2, 2025
• Closing Date: Oct 13, 2025
• Education Level: Bachelor’s Degree (First-level university degree or equivalent)
• Job Field: Economic & Environmental Affairs

Level of Education: Bachelor Degree

Work Hours: 8

Experience in Months: No requirements