Job Description

Title: Gender Expert

Company Name: Uttaran

Vacancy: 01

Job Location: Sirajganj

Employment Status: Contractual

Educational Requirements:
∎ Master's degree in International Development / Relations, social sciences, public health, sociology, Women and Gender Studies

Experience Requirements:
∎ 3 to 4 year(s)

Job Context:
∎ Uttaran is an NGO working in Bangladesh since 1985 to uphold rights and entitlements and to improve the socio-economic condition of the poor and disadvantaged community people. Uttaran is a people-centered organization using a rights-based approach to alleviate poverty, diversify livelihood opportunities and empower poor communities of Bangladesh.
∎ Uttaran invites applications for the vacant position titled- Field Officer for the " Rural Advisory Services for Women Empowerment (RAS4WE) Project"
∎ Job Title: Gender Expert
∎ Reports to: Government and Civil Society Advocacy Coordinator

Job Responsibilities:
∎ Develop and implement strategies to mainstream gender considerations across organizational activities, policies, and programs.
∎ Conduct gender analysis to identify gender-specific needs, gaps, and opportunities.
∎ Provide technical expertise on gender-related topics, including gender equality, women's empowerment, gender-based violence, and other relevant areas.
∎ Develop training programs and materials to enhance staff and stakeholder understanding of gender-related issues.
∎ Monitor and analyse national and international policies and trends related to gender and advocate for policies that promote gender equality and inclusivity.
∎ Engage in policy dialogue and advocacy efforts to influence decision-makers and stakeholders for gender-responsive actions.
∎ Conduct capacity-building workshops and training sessions for staff and partners to enhance their knowledge and understanding of gender mainstreaming principles.
∎ Mentor and guide staff to integrate gender considerations into their respective areas of work.
∎ Increased capacity of all/relevant staff on strategies/guidelines/protocols/tools to mainstream gender equality.
∎ Support and work with Education Cluster to implement and build capacity on Gender in Education for the partners.
∎ Contribute to organizational learning on gender equality, ensuring that learning and evidence generated from our programs are distilled into succinct and compelling programmatic guidance and thought leadership.
∎ Contribute to the development, dissemination, monitoring and evaluation of innovative program quality tools and resources focused on advancing gender equality.
∎ Develop gender-sensitive indicators and tools to monitor and evaluate the impact of projects and programs on gender equality.
∎ Collect and analyse gender-disaggregated data to assess the impact of project interventions on women's economic situation and empowerment.
∎ Build strategic partnerships with local organizations, government agencies, and NGOs working on gender-related issues.
∎ Advocate for policy changes and initiatives that support women's empowerment in the Char region.
∎ Conduct gender analyses to identify the specific needs, constraints, and opportunities for women in the Char region.
∎ Develop a comprehensive gender mainstreaming strategy for the project.
∎ Promote a workplace free from discrimination and harassment.

Additional Requirements:
∎ Both males and females are allowed to apply
∎ Females are highly encouraged to apply.
∎ Minimum 3-4 years of fieldwork experience in implementing, managing, or providing technical assistance to programs, with a focus on gender mainstreaming and gender-focused initiatives.
∎ Demonstrated experience in providing technical leadership for the design and implementation of humanitarian and development programs aimed at advancing gender equality.
∎ In-depth knowledge of gender theories, concepts, and international frameworks related to gender equality and women's empowerment.
∎ Strong understanding of social, cultural, and economic factors influencing gender dynamics.
∎ Proven experience in developing and implementing gender mainstreaming strategies.
∎ Excellent communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills.
∎ Excellent communication and report-writing skills in English
∎ Proficient in MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and other computer skills

Salary:
∎ As per Uttarans Policy and Project Design.

Compensation & Other Benefits:
∎ As per Uttarans Policy and Project Design.

Job Source: Bdjobs.com Online Job Posting.

Application Deadline: 5 Oct 2023

Company Information:
∎ 24 Sep 2023
∎ Uttaran
∎ Address : Uttaran Dhaka Office: Flat-B1, House-32, Road-10/A, Dhanmondi, Dhaka- 1209
∎ Business : Uttaran is a national development organization working in the southwest Bangladesh since 1985 to uphold rights and entitlements and to improve the socio-economic condition of the poor and disadvantaged. Uttaran facilitates in getting access to and control over resources by the poor and disadvantaged to improve agricultural productivity and economic empowerment.

Category: NGO/Development

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Source: bdjobs.com

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