Deadline: 15/03/2010

The project Advancing Women’s Economic and Social Rights in Serbia and Montenegro that will be implemented in the period 2010-2012, with the financial support of the Government of the Kingdom of Norway is looking for a Project Manager. The project builds directly on earlier results of United Nations Development Fund for Women (UNIFEM) projects implemented in Serbia, Montenegro and wider in the Western Balkans in the period 2006-2009.

The objective of the project is to contribute to democratic governance in Serbia and in Montenegro by strengthening the capacities of duty bearers and rights holders to implement international and national commitments to women’s economic rights.

Duties and Responsibilities
The Project Manager will be responsible for the implementation of the project in Serbia and Montenegro, and for providing advisory services to the UN Country Team (UNCT) (in Serbia) on issues related to gender equality and women’s human rights. (for specific info in this respect click here)

Required Skills and Experience
Education:
Advanced degree in economics, law, public policy, development studies, gender studies, or similar.
Experience:
A minimum of 5 years of relevant professional experience. Previous employment experience with international organisations is an asset as is previous work on gender equality, economic security and rights.
Language Requirements:
Strong analytical, writing and communication skills in English. Fluency in Serbian highly desirable.

Application procedure
Applications should be submitted on line and must include the UNIFEM Personal History Form (download here)

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