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UN Women Knowledge and Partnerships Centre in ROK  

The UN Women Knowledge and Partnerships Centre in the Republic of Korea was established in 2022 under the Regional Office for Asia and the Pacific, in collaboration with the Ministry of Gender Equality and Family (MOGEF) of the Republic of Korea (RoK). Located in Seoul, the Centre operates on a shared mandate to advance gender equality and the empowerment of women (GEWE). It serves as a regional platform for in-depth learning and exchange of experiences, generation of gender data, and research production—contributing to more effective responses to gender inequality and the transformation of harmful social norms in the rapidly evolving social landscape of Asia and the Pacific. 

One of the Centre’s strategic priorities is addressing Technology-Facilitated Violence Against Women (TFVAW), focusing on measurement. In November 2023, the Centre organized its first awareness-raising session during the meeting of the Regional Steering Group on Population and Social Statistics, convened by the Economic and Social Commission for Asia and the Pacific (ESCAP). In 2024, the 55th session of the UN Statistical Commission requested UN Women, UNFPA, and WHO to develop a roadmap for a statistical framework to standardize data collection and measurement of TFVAW.

Building on this momentum, a Regional Working Group on measuring TFVAW will be established, with a focus on enhancing data collection systems. The group, to be coordinated by UN Women with collaboration from UNFPA and WHO, will convene national stakeholders, practitioners and experts across Asia and the Pacific to discuss and document national practices on TFVAW-related data production and use. It will also provide technical input and recommendations to support the development of standardized measures and indicators by identifying key elements to inform the operationalization of a common definition. This definition will serve as the foundation for developing quantitative measures to help close the current data gap on the prevalence of TFVAW.

The Technology-Facilitated Violence Against Women Consultant will serve as the primary liaison between the UN Women Knowledge and Partnerships Centre, the UN Women Regional Office for Asia and the Pacific (ROAP), UN Women Headquarters, and members of the TFVAWG Regional Working Group. The Consultant will contribute to substantive and technical discussions on measuring TFVAWG and will coordinate RTWG meetings and other engagements with regional partners, including relevant experts and Communities of Practice. 

The Consultant will report to the Research and Data Specialist of UN Women Knowledge and Partnerships Centre in the Republic of Korea. The Consultant will not have supervisory responsibilities.

Description of Responsibilities/Scope of Work

The Consultant will support the coordination of the Regional Technical Working Group on TFVAW measurement, and the advancement of regional efforts to address Technology-Facilitated Violence Against Women (TFVAW) measurement gaps through the following key responsibilities:

Activity 1: Support the establishment and coordination of the Regional Technical Working Group(RTWG) on measuring TFVAW 

1.1 Provide technical inputs to the conceptualization of the first meeting of the RTWG, support drafting of the meeting agenda and meeting summary report

1.2. Provide technical inputs to and support the drafting and finalization of the RTWG Terms of Reference and workplan.

1.3 Prepare presentations and other technical materials and co-facilitate working group sessions as required.
1.4 Support the organization of subsequent periodic RTWG meetings (virtual and in-person), including agenda setting, preparation of concept notes and background documents, facilitation support, and documentation of discussions.

1.5 Support the development and finalization of the RTWG workplan 

Activity 2: Provide technical and coordination support for the deliverables of the RTWG

2.1 Build on existing efforts and engage with RTWG members to consolidate national practices and lessons learned on countries’ efforts to produce national estimates on TFVAW prevalence, including statistical definitions used, indicators used, data collection methods, sources, methods of calculation, and challenges and limitations. 

2.2 Conduct a desk review and engage with relevant regional and global experts to assess how common challenges can be addressed and how existing data gaps can be filled, including with the use of non-conventional data sources (administrative data, big data, etc). 

2.3 Building on 2.1 and 2.2 develop a draft technical note with options and recommendations that could guide further work in refining measures and processes for measuring TFVAW, in consultation with RTWG members and chairs.

2.4 Finalise the technical note reflecting feedback from RTWG members, UN Women, and UNFPA experts. 

Activity 3: Support Centre’s work on TFVAW, including policy related work

3.1 Provide technical support to the Centre’s TFVAW portfolio, including the development of policy recommendations, ensuring alignment with global and regional normative standards.

3.2 Contribute to the formulation and review of evidence-based policies, strategies, and guidance notes on TFVAW.

3.3 Provide technical inputs to inter-agency coordination mechanisms and contribute to regional consultations, conferences, and policy dialogues on TFVAW.

3.4 Ensure ongoing coordination with UN Women teams, including HQ, ROAP, the ROK office, Country Offices, to support strategic alignment and technical coherence across TFVAW-related work. 

The consultant will report to the Research and Data Specialist at the UN Women Knowledge and Partnerships Centre in the Republic of Korea.

Competencies :

Core Values:

• Integrity;
• Professionalism;
• Respect for Diversity.

Core Competencies:

• Awareness and Sensitivity Regarding Gender Issues;
• Accountability;
• Creative Problem Solving;
• Effective Communication;
• Inclusive Collaboration;
• Stakeholder Engagement;
• Leading by Example.

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Functional Competencies:

• Technical Expertise on Gender-based Violence and TFVAWG: Demonstrated understanding of feminist and human rights-based approaches to measuring violence against women and girls, with emphasis on regional and international frameworks.
• Data Literacy and Statistical Analysis: Strong understanding of quantitative data collection methodologies, statistical principles, and ethical considerations in measuring TFVAWG. Familiarity with global standards and indicators, including SDG-related metrics and survey instruments (e.g., VAW prevalence surveys, DHS) and other sources such as administrative data systems and Big Data.
• Analytical and Research Skills: Ability to critically synthesize legal, policy, and institutional frameworks, and produce high-quality knowledge products such as policy briefs, technical notes, and comparative analyses.
• Programme Coordination and Facilitation: Proven experience in convening technical working groups, preparing meeting documentation, drafting facilitation notes, and capturing key decisions and action points.
• Knowledge Management and Communication: Capacity to translate technical content into accessible formats, including presentations, infographics, and written briefs for diverse audiences.
• Quality Assurance and Stakeholder Engagement: Skilled in coordinating review processes, integrating technical feedback, and ensuring deliverables meet UN standards for clarity, accuracy, and inclusiveness.
• The consultant must have a strong sense of responsibility, a flexible and proactive mindset, and the ability to work independently
• Strong inter-personal skills, ability to communicate effectively verbally and in writing with multicultural personnel at all levels of the organization
• Ability to work productively in a highly pressured environment

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

Education and Certification:

• Master’s degree or equivalent in statistics, research and data analytics, public administration, similar social sciences,or a related field is required
• A first-level university degree in combination with two additional years of qualifying experience may be accepted in lieu of the advanced university degree

Experience:

• Minimum of five (5) years of work experience in violence against women statistics, including TFVAW, or related quantitative research in line with international statistical standards.  
• Experience in designing and implementing data collection instruments for violence against women, gender equality, or technology-facilitated violence is required.
• Familiarity with Violence Against Women international statistical standards and related ethical guidelines is required. 
• Experience supporting or managing regional or multi-stakeholder working groups is a strong asset, particularly in the context of inter-agency coordination or thematic working groups.
• Demonstrated experience in stakeholder engagement, including coordination with government entities, civil society organizations (CSOs), academic institutions, and other development partners.
• Experience working in the Asia-Pacific region and familiarity with regional institutional mechanisms and national data systems is an advantage.
• Prior experience with the UN system, international organizations, or government-led development programmes is an asset.
• Experience working in or with developing countries is an advantage.

Languages:

• Fluency in English is required.
• Exceptional communication, diplomacy and writing skills in English are required.

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