This position is remote-based. Applicants from marginalized or underrepresented groups and those based in the Asia, Africa, Europe/Eurasia, Latin America and Caribbean, and Middle East/North Africa regions are highly encouraged to apply. *
FHI 360 is recruiting a Senior Gender Advisor for the Inclusive Development and Equitable Assistance (IDEA) Leader with Associates. The purpose of this award is to respond to the needs and priorities of marginalized and underrepresented groups and/or people in vulnerable situations (MUGVPs) and communities of all diverse identities and experiences and build the capacity of organizations that serve MUGPVs to help them meet their goals.
This potential full-time position is eligible for remote work. The position is expected to begin after October 1, 2023. Employment is contingent upon successful award of the project to FHI 360, as well as USAID approval of the proposed candidate.
Position Description
The Senior Gender Advisor will be responsible for the integration of gender considerations throughout the implementation of the activity, which will include providing support on the development and implementation of gender analyses, for the Leader and Associate Awards.
Duties & Responsibilities
Develop and implement a Gender Strategy for the LwA
Collaborate closely with the Senior Inclusive Development Advisor, Senior MEL Officer, and other technical staff to ensure that gender is prioritized as a cross-cutting initiative.
Work closely with local partners, consultants, and/or staff to conduct Gender Analyses at the beginning of every Associate Award, and support the development of Gender Action Plans/Strategies.
Integrate gender issues into programmatic selection criteria of MUGVPs.
Work with teams to identify custom gender indicators and gender integration into MEL approaches of data collection.
Integrate gender considerations into capacity strengthening approaches for MUGVPs.
Help recruit for Associate Award level gender and inclusive development specialists.
Provide technical support to Associate Award level gender and inclusive development specialists.
Serve as project Safeguarding Focal Point and provide support to country level Safeguarding Focal Points.
Liaise with USAID on gender approaches integrated into program components
Minimum qualifications:
Masterโs degree (or higher) in: Gender Studies, Development Studies, Social Sciences, Anthropology/Sociology, or other relevant fields (or equivalent combination of education and work experience in a relevant area).
At least 12 years of professional experience in gender and social inclusion issues and implementation.
Familiarity with key USAID policies including the Youth in Development Policy, the LGBT Vision for Action, Disability Policy Paper, Gender Quality and Empowerment Policy, and Policy on Promoting the Rights of Indigenous Peoples, etc.
Practical experience in leading gender mainstreaming, intersection of gender and other marginalized identities and implementation of gender-sensitive projects and programs.
Ability to demonstrate knowledge about gender and inclusive development.
Demonstrated experience in working within a multi-disciplinary team in a fast paced, technically challenging environment under minimum supervision.
Experience in gender mainstreaming, analysis, research, designing gender policies, strategies, guidelines, and training manuals.
Fluency in written and spoken English, additional language proficiency a plus.
Project Management (PM) Certification preferred
The expected hiring salary range for this role is listed below. FHI 360 pay ranges represent national averages that vary by geographic location. When defining an offer amount, FHI 360 factors in multiple considerations, including but not limited to: relevant years of experience and education possessed by the applicant, internal equity, business sector, and budget.
Base salary is only one component of our offer. FHI 360 contributes 12% of monthly base pay to a money purchase pension plan account. Additionally, all US based staff working full-time, which is calculated at 40 hours/week, receive 18 days of paid vacation per year, 12 sick days per year, and 11 holidays per year. Paid time off is reduced pro rata for employees working less than a full-time schedule.
* Hiring Salary Range: $68,000 - $197,000 (Please note that this salary range only pertains to US citizens and permanent residents living in the Unites States , and is posted in compliance with U.S. law.)
This job posting 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.
FHI 360 is an equal opportunity 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, physical or mental disability, protected Veteran status, or any other characteristic protected under applicable law.
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