Apply Now: Gender and Protection Coordinator at United Network of Young Peacebuilders (UNOY) in Netherlands

The United Network of Young Peacebuilders (UNOY) is recruiting a Gender and Protection Coordinator to develop and implement its gender and protection strategies. This part-time position (0.8 FTE) is based in The Hague, Netherlands, with at least 50% of the workweek required on-site. The role begins on 6 January 2025.

About UNOY

UNOY is a global network of over 120 youth-led organizations in 70 countries, dedicated to promoting peaceful societies shaped by young people. Based in The Hague, UNOY’s international team drives the Youth, Peace, and Security agenda, with a focus on youth-led approaches to peace, civic protection, and capacity building.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and implement gender and protection strategies.
• Oversee the execution of gender and protection activities across the network.
• Manage project plans, budgets, and reporting.
• Build partnerships and represent UNOY in relevant forums.
• Lead Monitoring, Evaluation, and Learning (MEL) for gender and protection projects.

Requirements

• Education: Bachelor’s degree in gender studies, international relations, peace and conflict studies, development studies, or a related field.
• Experience: At least 2 years of demonstrated experience (paid or voluntary) working on gender and protection issues.
• Skills:
  • Strong commitment to addressing violence of exclusion and decolonizing peacebuilding.
  • Excellent written and spoken English language skills.
  • Intercultural facilitation skills are an advantage.
  • Experience in collaboration with local (youth) civil society organizations in peace and security, human rights, or related fields.
  • Familiarity with the Youth, Peace, and Security agenda is preferred.
  • Additional language skills (French, Spanish, Arabic) are a plus.

Eligibility Conditions

• Work Authorization: Only applicants with the legal right to work in the Netherlands will be considered, as UNOY cannot support work permit applications.
• Inclusivity: UNOY encourages applications from young people of all backgrounds, genders, sexual orientations, nationalities, religions, and beliefs. Candidates under 27, as well as transgender, non-binary individuals, people of color, and those with disabilities, are strongly encouraged to apply.

Benefits

• Monthly gross salary of €2421 for 0.8 FTE.
• Initial 12-month contract with potential for extension.
• Annual training allowance and travel opportunities.
• Dynamic, international work environment with a young and dedicated team.
• Paid travel for UNOY activities, missions, and training.

Application Process

Submit your CV (max 2 pages) and application form to vacancy@unoy.org by 16 October 2024, 23:59 CEST. Interviews will begin the week of 21 October 2024.

For more details, see call for applications or visit the website.