National consultant for peace education landscape mapping and strategic gap analysis in Bosnia and Herzegovina

You will report to UNFPA Project Manager and will maintain daily communication with the M&E Analyst of the PBF Secretariat in BiH.

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The purpose of this consultancy is to conduct a comprehensive mapping and gap analysis of peace education initiatives implemented in Bosnia and Herzegovina from 2014 to the present. The mapping will apply the United Nations definition of peace education1, while also identifying complementary initiatives related to dealing with the past, transitional justice, and other relevant peacebuilding approaches. These complementary initiatives will be included to better understand the broader ecosystem within which peace education is implemented, identify complementarities and overlaps, and highlight strategic opportunities. Their inclusion does not imply that they constitute peace education.
This assignment forms the first phase of a two-stage analytical process. The present
consultancy will provide a structured overview of the peace education landscape across the
full range of actors, settings and approaches, including initiatives implemented by government
institutions, civil society organisations, United Nations agencies, development partners,
academic and cultural institutions, community organisations and other relevant actors. A
second, separate consultancy will build on the findings of this mapping to undertake a
strategic review of PBF support to peace education in Bosnia and Herzegovina.
The mapping is intended to document the breadth and evolution of peace education
initiatives, identify key actors, approaches, thematic and geographic coverage, policy and
institutional frameworks, gaps, overlaps and opportunities. It is not intended to assess impact
or determine the effectiveness of individual initiatives. Rather, it will establish the analytical
foundation for the subsequent strategic review and support evidence-informed
decision-making on future PBF engagement in peace education

• The consultant will undertake a comprehensive Peace Education Landscape Mapping and Gap Analysis covering peace education initiatives implemented in Bosnia and Herzegovina between 2014 and the present. The assignment will apply the United Nations definition of peace education while also identifying complementary initiatives related to dealing with the past, transitional justice, human rights education, intercultural dialogue and other relevant peacebuilding approaches to better understand the broader ecosystem within which peace education is implemented.
  The consultancy will comprise the following components:
  Component 1. Landscape mapping
  • Map ongoing and recently completed peace education initiatives implemented between
  2014 and the present, including both PBF-supported and non-PBF initiatives.
  • Identify complementary initiatives related to dealing with the past, transitional justice,
  human rights education, intercultural dialogue and other relevant peacebuilding
  approaches, while maintaining a clear conceptual distinction from peace education.
  • Develop a structured inventory of initiatives, including objectives, implementation
  modalities, target groups, geographic coverage, duration and implementing partners.
  Component 2. Stakeholder mapping
  • Identify the principal actors engaged in peace education, including government
  institutions, education authorities, UN agencies, civil society organisations, academic
  institutions, development partners and other relevant stakeholders.
  • Analyse existing partnerships, coordination mechanisms and opportunities for
  strengthened collaboration.
  Component 3. Policy and institutional analysis
  • Review relevant policy, legal and institutional frameworks governing peace education in
  Bosnia and Herzegovina.
• • Analyse the extent to which peace education approaches are reflected within education
  policies, curricula, teacher education, institutional mandates and broader peacebuilding
  strategies.
  Component 4. Programme analysis
  • Analyse the thematic focus, implementation approaches and methodologies employed
  across mapped initiatives.
  • Examine trends in target groups, education levels, geographic coverage and
  implementation modalities.
  • Identify areas of complementarity and overlap between peace education and related
  peacebuilding approaches.
  Component 5. Gap analysis
  • Identify thematic, geographic and institutional gaps within the current peace education
  landscape.
  • Highlight opportunities for improved coordination, institutionalisation and future
  programming.
  • Identify strategic entry points to strengthen future Peacebuilding Fund engagement in
  peace education.

• A minimum of five (5) years of progressively responsible professional experience in
peacebuilding, social cohesion, education, governance, development cooperation or
related fields.
 

Advanced university degree (master's degree or equivalent) in peace and conflict studies,
education, international relations, political science, development studies, public policy,
sociology or another closely related field relevant to peacebuilding and/or educati
 

Demonstrated knowledge of and professional experience with conducting analytical
studies, landscape mappings, sector analyses, thematic reviews or comparable analytical
assignments, preferably related to peacebuilding, education, social cohesion or conflict
prevention.
• Demonstrated knowledge of and professional experience in qualitative research, including
document review, stakeholder consultations, key informant interviews, focus group
discussions and synthesis of qualitative findings.
• Experience engaging with a broad range of stakeholders, including government
institutions, education authorities, civil society organisations, academic institutions, United
Nations agencies and/or development partners.
• Demonstrated understanding of the peacebuilding and/or education landscape in Bosnia
and Herzegovina or the Western Balkans.
• Previous experience working with the United Nations system or other international
organisations is considered an asset.

• Fluency in written and spoken official languages of the peoples of Bosnia and
  Herzegovina (Bosnian, Croatian, and Serbian).
  • Fluency in the English language.

• Exemplifying integrity, 
• Demonstrating commitment to UNFPA and the UN system, 
• Embracing cultural diversity, 
• Embracing change

• Achieving results,
• Being accountable,
• Developing and applying professional expertise/business acumen,
• Thinking analytically and strategically,
• Working in teams/managing ourselves and our relationships,

• Strong interpersonal skills, communication and diplomatic skills, ability to work in a team.
• Openness to change and ability to receive/integrate feedback.
• Ability to work under pressure and stressful situations.
• Strong analytical, research and writing abilities.
• Ability to synthesise complex information and present findings clearly.
• Excellent public speaking and presentation skills.
• Strong report writing and presentation skills.
• Excellent interpersonal and stakeholder engagement skills.
• Ability to work independently and deliver results within tight timelines.

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This position offers an attractive remuneration package including a competitive net salary plus health insurance and other benefits as applicable.

UNFPA provides a work environment that reflects the values of gender equality, diversity, integrity and healthy work-life balance. We are committed to ensuring gender parity in the organization and therefore encourage women to apply. Individuals from the LGBTQIA+ community, minority ethnic groups, indigenous populations, persons with disabilities, and other underrepresented groups are highly encouraged to apply. Reasonable accommodation may be provided to applicants with disabilities upon request, to support their participation in the recruitment process. UNFPA promotes equal opportunities in terms of appointment, training, compensation and selection for all regardless of personal characteristics and dimensions of diversity. Diversity, Equity and Inclusion is at the heart of UNFPA's workforce - click here to learn more.

Selection and appointment may be subject to background and reference checks, medical clearance, visa issuance and other administrative requirements. 

UNFPA does not charge any application, processing, training, interviewing, testing or other fee in connection with the application or recruitment process and does not concern itself with information on applicants' bank accounts. 

Applicants for positions in the international Professional and higher categories, who hold permanent resident status in a country other than their country of nationality, may be required to renounce such status upon their appointment.