Job Announcement – UNFPA Lao PDR

Position Title
National Consultant and Rapporteur to Support the Regional Programme on Ending Violence Against Women RPA – EVAW for Laos

Type of Post
Individual National Consultant

Contract Type
Short-term consultancy

Duration
Five working days between August and September 2025

Duty Station
Home-based with participation in workshops as required

Application Deadline
01 August 2025 by midnight New York time

How to Apply
Interested applicants are invited to submit the following documents

• Updated curriculum vitae or resume

• Cover letter highlighting relevant qualifications and experience

• Financial proposal indicating expected daily consultancy rate

Send your application to
laos.office@unfpa.org

If you have difficulty accessing the Terms of Reference or need clarification, please contact
laos.office@unfpa.org

Job Description Summary
UNFPA Lao PDR is seeking a qualified national consultant to serve as a rapporteur and provide technical support to the Regional Programme on Ending Violence Against Women RPA – EVAW in Laos. The consultant will be responsible for capturing key discussion points, summarizing outcomes, and providing reporting support during national consultations and workshops related to EVAW policy and programming.

Key Responsibilities

• Attend and document national workshops and consultations related to EVAW

• Draft meeting reports and summary notes based on technical discussions

• Coordinate with UNFPA and key stakeholders to finalize accurate records of dialogue and recommendations

• Deliver a final consolidated report summarizing all consultation outcomes

Required Qualifications

• Lao nationality

• Bachelor’s degree or higher in gender studies, social sciences, development, or related field

• Proven experience as a rapporteur or in workshop documentation, preferably in development or gender-related sectors

• Knowledge of national efforts on ending violence against women and related policy processes

• Excellent writing skills in English and Lao

• Strong communication and coordination skills with diverse stakeholders

UNFPA Work Environment
UNFPA offers a professional working environment that values gender equality, integrity, teamwork, and diversity in all its forms. Women and persons with disabilities are strongly encouraged to apply. UNFPA does not charge any application, processing, training, interview, testing, or other fees related to the recruitment process.

Closing Date
All applications must be submitted by 01 August 2025