Guidance Note for UNDP Staff

This updated guidance note equips UNDP staff and implementing partners with practical tools and clear criteria to apply the Gender Marker methodology more accurately and consistently. Drawing on over fifteen years of experience, it reflects lessons learned and aligns with new operational modalities, including Quantum. By improving the precision of Gender Marker coding, the note supports more effective planning and budgeting, enabling countries to scale up investments in gender equality and women’s empowerment. Ultimately, this contributes to stronger development outcomes and helps fulfill UNDP’s strategic commitments under the Gender Equality Strategy and UN-SWAP 3.0.