9 Asian Development Bank (ADB) Consultancy Jobs in Gender Equality and Women’s Empowerment in the Pacific

Overview

The Asian Development Bank is offering nine consultancy positions focused on gender equality and women's empowerment across the Pacific region. These roles are tied to technical assistance project TA-10262 REG, which aims to improve gender equality outcomes in Pacific developing member countries through policy support, technical assistance, capacity building, knowledge sharing, and monitoring. The specific vacancies include four specialist roles covering capacity development, implementation, knowledge solutions, and monitoring and evaluation, alongside a national communications position, two international sector specialist assignments in energy and urban development, and two national implementation support consultancies based in the Solomon Islands and Vanuatu.

Who can apply

These opportunities suit professionals with relevant academic qualifications and substantial experience in fields such as gender equality, gender mainstreaming, social development, monitoring and evaluation, communications, energy, urban development, and gender action plan implementation. Depending on the specific vacancy, candidates may need familiarity with Pacific development contexts and the ability to collaborate with government agencies, project teams, and other development stakeholders. For the Gender Equality Capacity Development and Quality Assurance Specialist role specifically, applicants must possess an advanced degree in a relevant discipline or an equivalent qualification, alongside a minimum of eight years of experience in gender equality and gender mainstreaming.

Requirements

Candidates are expected to review the terms of reference, deliverables, eligibility requirements, and application instructions attached to each official opportunity before submitting an expression of interest. Depending on the position, required competencies may involve reviewing gender assessments, advising development project teams, strengthening monitoring frameworks, and improving the quality of gender-related reporting.

Key dates

The application deadlines vary depending on the specific vacancy. The first five opportunities close on November 6, 2026, and the final four opportunities close on November 10, 2026. Applicants should consult the individual vacancy notices for the exact submission times, local time zones, and additional application requirements.