Minimum requirements

• Education: Advanced university degree (Master`s) in one of the following fields: Gender Equality Studies, International Development, Social Sciences, Public Health or a related field.
  
• Work Experience:
  
• At least 8 years of strong technical skills in gender equality programming or research
  
• Proven experience in supporting country programme teams in gender equality and/or social inclusion assessments or reviews
  
• Demonstrated experience in using the evidence base on gender equality to shape and implement programmes
  

Skills:

• Strong technical expertise in gender equality programming or research
  
• Ability to apply evidence-based approaches in programme design and implementation
  
• Knowledge of gender equality and social inclusion assessment processes
  

Language Requirements: Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English, with strong interpersonal and presentation skills

Desirables:

• Substantive and programmatic experience in gender equality and/or adolescent girl programming, with an understanding of social change.
  
• Sectoral experience in the areas of child survival and education
  
• Experience undertaking research or programme work in Nigeria
  
• Experience with UNICEF or other UN agency programme planning