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The assignment aims to support the implementation, monitoring, reporting, and achievement of GAP commitments in ADB-financed projects in RMI, FSM, Solomon Islands, and Vanuatu. The National Consultants will serve as the primary in-country resource persons supporting PMUs, implementing agencies, local gender focal points, and project teams in delivering gender-related activities, monitoring progress, documenting results, and facilitating stakeholder engagement, including related administrative and 
financial matters.

Each national consultant will provide in-country technical, coordination, and administrative support for the implementation of project gender activities and reporting requirements. Working closely with the ADB including its engaged gender experts, PMUs, project gender specialists, and executing/implementing agencies, the experts will support the delivery of GAP commitments, collection and verification of data on gender equality, stakeholder consultations, capacity development activities, and preparation of
progress and completion reporting. The experts will also facilitate coordination among project stakeholders and support compliance with ADB gender mainstreaming requirements.

Minimum Qualification Requirements

At least 5 years of experience in gender equality and gender mainstreaming in development projects, including at least 3 years of experience supporting the implementation, coordination, monitoring, or reporting of development projects, including gender equality, social development, stakeholder engagement, community development, or related initiatives. 

Demonstrated knowledge of local gender issues, barriers, and development priorities, including government gender policies, strategies, institutions with gender mandates, and relevant legal and institutional frameworks. Experience in conducting research, data collection, stakeholder consultations, and analysis to support project implementation and gender-related interventions is desirable. 

Experience working with government agencies, PMUs, consultants, contractors, civil society organizations, community stakeholders, and development partners; experience in infrastructure projects and/or ADB-financed operations is an advantage. 

Demonstrated ability to collect, compile, and report project performance data, including sex-disaggregated data and evidence of results. 

Strong coordination, organizational, communication, and stakeholder engagement skills, with excellent written and spoken English and fluency in the relevant local language(s). 

Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and virtual collaboration platforms.