Training, Gender, Equity and Inclusion Officer (TGEIO)

Job Description

Title: Training, Gender, Equity and Inclusion Officer (TGEIO)

Company Name: Association of Voluntary Actions for Society (AVAS)

Vacancy: 01

Age: 30 to 45 years

Job Location: Patuakhali (Galachipa)

Salary: Tk. 45000 - 48000 (Monthly)

Experience:

• At least 5 years
• The applicants should have experience in the following business area(s): NGO

• Bachelor or Master Degree in Social Science, Gender Studies, or a related discipline.

• At least 5 years
• The applicants should have experience in the following business area(s): NGO

• Age 30 to 45 years

Required Education and Experience

• At least 5 years’ experience in training and gender-related roles, ideally with experience in health programs/projects. Educational qualification is flexible for highly experienced candidates. 
• Strong understanding of capacity-building systems, gender issues, and project implementation. 

Additional Job Requirements:

• Excellent communication skills in English and Bengali.
• Strong report-writing ability in English.
• Proficient in MS Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
• Problem-solving and decision-making skills.
• Networking and effective collaboration with stakeholders. 

Contacts and Key Relationships:

• The TGEIO will report directly to the Project Coordinator and will work closely with the field teams, organizational project management, and the Concern Worldwide team.
• Regular interaction with the government Women and Child Affairs, and Education representatives, division, district, and sub-district level health and family planning officials, Community Clinic, and Union Health and Family Welfare Centre (UH&FWC) representatives, and other local stakeholders is expected.

Position OverviewAVAS is implementing the “Partnerships for Improved Reproductive, Maternal, Neonatal, Child, and Adolescent Health (RMNCAH) in Coastal Bangladesh” project, funded by Margaret A. Cargill Philanthropies (MACP) and supported by Concern Worldwide. This initiative aims to improve RMNCAH services in the coastal regions of Bangladesh, particularly in Galachipa sub-district, Patuakhali district. The project duration is up to December 2026. AVAS is seeking a competent and motivated Training, Gender, Equity and Inclusion Officer (TGEIO) to support the implementation of the project focusing on gender equity, inclusivity and transformative interventions in collaboration with the Project Coordinator ensuring that the activities are carried out in alignment with the project’s goals and objectives. 

The Training, Gender, Equality, and Inclusion Officer is responsible for building the capacity of project staff and ensuring gender equality and inclusion are integrated into all project activities. This position will assess training needs, develop training materials, and conduct training sessions. It will also focus on fostering gender-sensitive programming and promoting gender inclusivity within project operations. 

Key Responsibilities

Program Implementation and Coordination

• Develop and implement gender equality and inclusion models within the project.

• Assist the Project Coordinator in managing and coordinating overall project activities.

• Ensure gender-sensitive programming and development within all project operations.

• Promote gender-responsive activities in collaboration with the project team.

  2. Capacity Building

• Conduct Training Needs Assessments (TNA) for project staff and partners.

• Develop effective training curricula, modules, and materials for target groups and stakeholders.

• Facilitate training sessions independently and outsource facilitators when necessary.

• Ensure capacity-building efforts align with the project`s goals and objectives.

• Prepare training reports and ensure proper documentation of training sessions. 

3. Stakeholder Engagement

• Maintain effective communication and working relationships with project team members, facilitators, and stakeholders, including GO-NGO organizations.

• Collaborate with community leaders, government officials, and healthcare providers to promote gender inclusion.

• Engage with coastal communities, especially women, to ensure access to health services.

• Support the observance of gender-related national and international events with stakeholders. 

4. Monitoring and Supervision

• Conduct regular field visits to monitor program implementation and identify areas for improvement.

• Supervise the execution of training sessions and capacity-building activities.

• Track progress on gender equality and inclusion initiatives and provide feedback to the Project Coordinator.

• Identify gaps in project activities and suggest corrective actions. 

5. Advocacy and Liaison

• Advocate for gender inclusion in project activities by influencing government, private sector, and local communities.

• Maintain liaison with key government health offices and local authorities to ensure the successful implementation of project goals.

• Collaborate with relevant stakeholders to foster gender-responsive environments in health facilities. 

6. Report and Documentation

• Assist in preparing monthly, quarterly, and annual project reports, ensuring timely and accurate submission.

• Document the outcomes and lessons learned from training sessions and gender inclusion efforts.

• Maintain records of stakeholder meetings, project achievements, and training evaluations. 

7. Additional Responsibilities

• Collaborate with the RMNCAH Specialist on key staff capacity-building initiatives.

• Carry out any other tasks assigned by project management. 

• T/A, Mobile bill

• Yearly Bonus: Bonus (2) will be paid as per organization policy and project Budget