UN Women continues to advance gender equality and the empowerment of women and girls worldwide by engaging experienced professionals through international consultancy opportunities. As 2026 approaches, UN Women is recruiting international consultants to support critical programmes focused on peace and security, gender-responsive policymaking, and community-based social change initiatives.
These consultancies offer a unique opportunity for experts in gender, policy, budgeting, and training to contribute directly to national and regional efforts that promote women’s rights and inclusive governance.
Why Work with UN Women as an International Consultant?
International consultants at UN Women play a strategic role in shaping policies, strengthening institutional capacity, and supporting governments and civil society to implement gender-responsive frameworks. These roles provide:
- Meaningful engagement in high-impact gender equality initiatives
- Collaboration with governments, UN agencies, and local partners
- Opportunities to apply specialized expertise at national and regional levels
- Professional experience within the UN system and global development space
Featured International Consultancy Opportunities for 2026
International Consultant – National Action Plan on Women, Peace and Security (NAP) Costing and Budgeting
Location: Ethiopia
Grade: EXT
Application Deadline: 31 December 2025
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This consultancy supports the development and costing of Ethiopia’s National Action Plan on Women, Peace and Security. The consultant will contribute technical expertise in budgeting and financial analysis to ensure that gender commitments within the WPS agenda are adequately resourced and implementable. The role is essential in translating policy priorities into sustainable, funded actions that advance women’s participation, protection, and leadership in peace and security processes.
International Consultant – Technical Specialist on Gender-Responsive Foreign Policy
Location: Monrovia, Liberia
Grade: EXT
Application Deadline: 2 January 2026
This role focuses on strengthening Liberia’s approach to gender-responsive foreign policy. The consultant will provide technical guidance to integrate gender equality principles into foreign policy frameworks, diplomatic engagement, and international cooperation strategies. The assignment supports UN Women’s broader efforts to ensure that foreign policy contributes to inclusive development, peacebuilding, and the advancement of women’s rights.
Apply here >> UN Women, International Consultant – Technical Specialist on Gender-Responsive Foreign Policy – Monrovia, Liberia
International Consultant – Training of Trainers (ToT) on the SASA! Approach
Location: Monrovia, Liberia
Grade: EXT
Application Deadline: 9 January 2026
This consultancy involves delivering a Training of Trainers on the SASA! Approach, a globally recognized methodology for preventing violence against women and girls by addressing power imbalances at the community level. The consultant will build the capacity of national partners and trainers to effectively apply the SASA! framework, strengthening long-term community ownership and sustainable prevention strategies.
Who Should Apply?
These international consultancy opportunities are well suited for professionals with:
- Extensive experience in gender equality, women’s rights, or peace and security
- Strong technical expertise in policy development, budgeting, or capacity building
- Experience working with governments, UN agencies, or international organizations
- A commitment to feminist principles and inclusive development
Key Dates to Remember
All roles are international consultancies with deadlines ranging from 31 December 2025 to 9 January 2026. Early applications are encouraged due to the competitive nature of UN Women consultancies.
Make an Impact in 2026 with UN Women
UN Women’s international consultancy opportunities for 2026 offer professionals a chance to contribute to transformative gender equality work at national and global levels. From strengthening Women, Peace and Security frameworks to advancing gender-responsive foreign policy and preventing violence against women, these roles play a vital part in shaping a more just and equal world.
If you are ready to apply your expertise where it truly matters, explore these UN Women consultancy opportunities and take the next step in your international development career.