Monthly Corner

Evaluation of UN Women’s Work on the Care Economy in East and Southern Africa 

A regional study of gender equality observatories in West and Central Africa, carried out by Claudy Vouhé for UN Women

Sources: UN Women

This regional study offers an inventory and analysis of the legal framework of gender observatories, their attributions, functions and missions. It is based on exchanges with 21 countries, in particular the eleven countries that have created observatories. It compares the internal organisation and budgets of the observatories between countries, looks at operational practices, in particular the degree of involvement in the collection and use of data, and identifies obstacles and good practices in terms of influencing pro-gender equality public policies. Finally, the study draws up a list of strategic recommendations intended for observatories, supervisory bodies and technical and financial partners.

MSSRF Publication - November 2025 - Shared by Rajalakshmi

Ritu Dewan - EPW editorial  comment on Labour Codes

Eniola Adeyemi Articles on Medium Journal, 2025

An analysis of the “soft life” conversation as it emerges on social media, unpacking how aspirations for ease and rest intersect with broader socio-economic structures, gendered labour expectations, and notions of dignity and justice

Tara Prasad Gnyawali Article - 2025

This article focused on the story of community living in a wildlife corridor that links India and Nepal, namely the Khata Corridor, which bridges Bardiya National Park of Nepal and Katarnia Wildlife Sanctuary of Uttar Pradesh, India.
This article revealed how the wildlife mobility in the corridor affects community livelihoods, mobility, and social inclusion, with a sense of differential impacts on farming and marginalised communities.

Lesedi Senamele Matlala - Recent Article in Evaluation Journal, 2025

Events

Vacancies

Vacancy | GxD hub, LEAD/IFMR | Research Manager

Hiring a Research Manager to join us at the Gender x Digital (GxD) Hub at LEAD at Krea University, Delhi.

As a Research Manager, you will lead and shape rigorous evidence generation at the intersection of gender, AI, and digital systems, informing more inclusive digital policies and platforms in India. This role is ideal for someone who enjoys geeking out over measurement challenges, causal questions, and the nuances of designing evaluations that answer what works, for whom, and why. We welcome applications from researchers with strong mixed-methods expertise, experience designing theory or experiment based evaluations, and a deep commitment to gender equality and digital inclusion.

Must-haves:
 • 4+ years of experience in evaluation and applied research
 • Ability to manage data quality, lead statistical analysis, and translate findings into clear, compelling reports and briefs
 • Strong interest in gender equality, livelihoods, and digital inclusion
 • Comfort with ambiguity and a fast-paced environment, as the ecosystem evolves and pivots to new areas of inquiry
📍 Apply here: https://lnkd.in/gcBpjtHy

📆 Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis until the position is filled.
So sooner you apply the better!

Members

MRT-16-030- Expert Needed: EU Project Evaluation in Mauritania

 Landell Mills International (www.landell-mills.com).

We are currently searching for experts for a new request under the EU-funded ‘Services for EU’s External Action’ framework contract: Final evaluation of the  PROMOPECHE program. The objective of this assignment is to conduct a comprehensive evaluation of the EU-supported initiatives in the fisheries sector in Mauritania.

 This evaluation will focus on several key areas:

 Operational and Technical Diagnosis: Assessing the functioning and effectiveness of socio-professional fishing organisations in Mauritania.

  • Evaluation of Programs: Systematically evaluating the EU-supported programs related to the development of artisanal fishing value chains and their impact on sustainability and inclusivity.
  • Assessment of Interventions: Analysing the quality, achievements, and results of the interventions, with a focus on how they contribute to broader goals such as environmental sustainability, climate change mitigation, human rights, and gender equality.
  • Geographical Coverage: The evaluation will cover specific regions in Mauritania, including Nouakchott, Nouadhibou.
  • Independent Global Evaluation: Providing an independent assessment of the PROMOPECHE program's performance, focusing on the outcomes relative to expected objectives.

 The terms of reference are attached for further information. The indicative start date is 01/11/2024, and the period of execution of the specific contract will be 180 days from this date.

 Given your experience in Fisheries and Evaluation I was wondering if you might be interested in joining our team for this assignment?

 If interested and available, please could you send through your up-to-date CV, indicating the number of working days per project/role?

 Please also state your expected inclusive daily fee rate in EUR. If you are unavailable, I would be grateful if you could recommend any colleagues who might be suitable.

I look forward to your response and am happy to answer any questions you may have. Mail response Below:

Hazel Stockwell-Cooke  hazel_stockwell-cooke@landell-mills.com

 

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