FHI
360 is a nonprofit human development organization dedicated to improving lives
in lasting ways by advancing integrated, locally driven solutions. Our staff
includes experts in health, education, nutrition, environment, economic
development, civil society, gender, youth, research and technology — creating a
unique mix of capabilities to address today’s inter
360 is a nonprofit human development organization dedicated to improving lives
in lasting ways by advancing integrated, locally driven solutions. Our staff
includes experts in health, education, nutrition, environment, economic
development, civil society, gender, youth, research and technology — creating a
unique mix of capabilities to address today’s inter
related development
challenges. FHI 360 serves more than 70 countries and all U.S. states and
territories. We are currently seeking qualified candidates for the position
of: Gender Specialist
Description: FHI 360 seeks a
Gender Specialist for a USAID Rwanda Feed the Future program that aims to
improve nutrition, enhance market access, create employment and financial
opportunities, and improve access to finance for smallholder farmers, and raise
rural on- and off-farm incomes. The Gender Specialist will provide overall
guidance and technical expertise on Gender to ensure that complete integration
of gender, youth, disabled and marginalize population related considerations
and messaging are incorporated in all aspects of programming and social and
behavior change communications.
Gender Specialist for a USAID Rwanda Feed the Future program that aims to
improve nutrition, enhance market access, create employment and financial
opportunities, and improve access to finance for smallholder farmers, and raise
rural on- and off-farm incomes. The Gender Specialist will provide overall
guidance and technical expertise on Gender to ensure that complete integration
of gender, youth, disabled and marginalize population related considerations
and messaging are incorporated in all aspects of programming and social and
behavior change communications.
Job
Responsibilities:
Responsibilities:
- Provide
guidance to the Chief of Party and field staff on inclusion and gender
issues across all program areas; - Conduct
gender analysis at program outset and incorporate findings in work plan
and baseline data for on-going monitoring and learning purposes; - Develop
and deliver training to program staff and relevant stakeholders on
inclusion-related issues, tools and approaches, and conduct awareness
raising initiatives; - Deliver
technical assistance to stakeholders to build capacity around development
of inclusive practices and policies; - Incorporate
gender and inclusion issues in all activities, including the analysis of
policies and legislation and advocacy; - Work
closely with field and HQ staff, including Chief of Party, communications
and technical specialists to develop appropriate content delivery via
various dissemination channels for illiterate, semi-literate and literate
populations; and - Develop
annual project work plans in collaboration with field staff, and
contribute inputs to all donor related reporting mechanisms.
Minimum
Qualifications:
Qualifications:
- Minimum
6 years’ experience in gender / youth, Gender programming - Previous
experience conducting gender related assessments and demonstrated
experience developing and integrating inclusive-related content and
messaging in communications, tools and training materials, and in project
activities across all technical components - Experience
in training, capacity building, advocacy and outreach - USAID
experience preferred - University
degree in women’s studies, anthropology or international
development/relations; - Excellent
oral and written English communication skills - Experience
in Rwanda an asset
This
job description summarizes the main duties of the job. It neither prescribes
nor restricts the exact tasks that may be assigned to carry out these duties.
This document should not be construed in any way to represent a contract of
employment. Management reserves the right to review and revise this document at
any time.
job description summarizes the main duties of the job. It neither prescribes
nor restricts the exact tasks that may be assigned to carry out these duties.
This document should not be construed in any way to represent a contract of
employment. Management reserves the right to review and revise this document at
any time.
We
offer competitive compensation and an outstanding benefit package. To apply
please send your resume/CV, cover letter, and the job you are interested in
stated in the subject line of your email to rwandaftf@fhi360.org.
offer competitive compensation and an outstanding benefit package. To apply
please send your resume/CV, cover letter, and the job you are interested in
stated in the subject line of your email to rwandaftf@fhi360.org.
FHI
360 is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer. FHI
360 is an equal employment and affirmative action employer whereby we do not
engage in practices that discriminate against any person employed or seeking
employment based on race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender
identity, national or ethnic origin, age, marital status, disability, veteran
status, genetic information or any other status or characteristic protected
under applicable law.
360 is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer. FHI
360 is an equal employment and affirmative action employer whereby we do not
engage in practices that discriminate against any person employed or seeking
employment based on race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender
identity, national or ethnic origin, age, marital status, disability, veteran
status, genetic information or any other status or characteristic protected
under applicable law.
