UN Women Calling for Applications: Home-Based Partnerships Consultant Opportunity | Deadline 28 May 2026

UN Women is currently hiring a Partnerships Consultant, Private Sector for a fully remote consultancy opportunity designed for professionals interested in global partnerships, gender equality, and international development. The consultancy provides an opportunity to contribute to major UN Women initiatives while supporting resource mobilization, private sector engagement, and advocacy efforts focused on women’s empowerment worldwide.

A Remote Consultancy Supporting Global Gender Equality Initiatives

UN Women continues to play a leading role in advancing gender equality and empowering women and girls around the world. Through its Strategic Partnerships Division, the organization works with corporations, foundations, philanthropists, governments, and civil society organizations to strengthen partnerships that support women’s rights and sustainable development goals.

The Private Sector Partnerships Section within UN Women leads several high-profile initiatives, including:

• HeForShe
• Women’s Empowerment Principles (WEPs)
• Unstereotype Alliance
• Male allyship campaigns
• Private sector resource mobilization efforts

The Partnerships Consultant will support these initiatives by helping identify new partnership opportunities, maintaining relationships with existing partners, conducting research, and supporting communications and engagement activities.

Because the role is entirely home-based, professionals from different parts of the world can contribute remotely without relocation requirements.

Key Responsibilities of the Partnerships Consultant

The consultant will work closely with UN Women’s Private Sector Partnerships team and contribute to a variety of strategic and operational activities related to partnership management and outreach.

Partnership Development and Resource Mobilization

One of the major responsibilities involves supporting partnership development efforts across the organization’s private sector portfolio.

Tasks include:

• Assisting with resource mobilization strategies
• Drafting proposals, concept notes, and presentations
• Supporting stakeholder engagement planning
• Conducting due diligence and background research on prospective partners
• Managing partnership tracking tools and internal documentation
• Supporting annual reporting and donor coordination processes

The consultant will also help coordinate engagement opportunities with UN Women field offices and National Committees around the world.

Supporting HeForShe and Male Allyship Initiatives

Another important component of the role focuses on supporting the HeForShe initiative and broader male allyship programs.

Responsibilities include:

• Coordinating relationships with private sector partners
• Supporting the rollout of the Barbershop Toolkit 2.0
• Working with universities and student-led organizations
• Promoting awareness of gender equality and allyship initiatives
• Supporting onboarding processes for nonprofit and academic partners

The consultant will also contribute to documenting lessons learned and best practices related to male allyship and private sector engagement.

Research and Advocacy Support

The role also requires conducting research and developing advocacy materials related to partnerships and gender equality.

The selected consultant will:

• Monitor trends and opportunities related to private sector engagement
• Conduct market and partner research
• Prepare briefing notes and talking points
• Support the development of advocacy and knowledge products
• Assist with communications for global meetings and campaigns

Strong writing and analytical skills are essential for this aspect of the consultancy.

Qualifications and Skills Required

UN Women is seeking candidates with experience in partnership management, international development, and stakeholder engagement.

Applicants should possess:

• A master’s degree in International Development, Business, International Relations, Public Policy, or a related field
• At least two years of experience in private sector partnerships or related work
• Strong communication and relationship-building skills
• Experience preparing proposals and partnership materials
• Strong organizational and analytical abilities
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in remote settings
• Fluency in English

Candidates with experience in gender equality, women’s empowerment, or the United Nations system are considered highly desirable.

Benefits of the Remote Consultancy

The fully remote nature of the consultancy makes it especially appealing to professionals seeking international development opportunities without relocation requirements.

The position offers:

• Flexible home-based work arrangements
• Exposure to international partnerships and advocacy initiatives
• Experience working with global stakeholders
• Opportunities to contribute to gender equality efforts worldwide
• Collaboration with diverse international teams and organizations

The consultancy also allows professionals to strengthen their experience in resource mobilization, communications, partnership development, and policy advocacy within a globally recognized UN entity.

Why This Opportunity Matters

As organizations increasingly recognize the importance of gender equality and inclusive leadership, partnerships between the UN, private sector organizations, academic institutions, and civil society continue to play a critical role in driving sustainable change.

This consultancy offers professionals the opportunity to contribute directly to initiatives that support women’s empowerment, strengthen male allyship, and promote inclusive partnerships on a global scale.

The role is especially suitable for individuals passionate about international development, stakeholder engagement, advocacy, and social impact.

Application Deadline

Applications for the Home-Based Partnerships Consultant position with UN Women close on 28 May 2026.

Professionals interested in remote international development opportunities and global gender equality initiatives are encouraged to apply before the deadline.

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