International Rescue Committee Gender and Inclusion Technical Expert Jobs in Ethiopia

International Rescue Committee Gender and Inclusion Technical Expert Jobs in Ethiopia; The Gender and Inclusion Technical Expert will play a crucial role in the TREE programme, focusing on increasing access to education for marginalized children, particularly girls, and ensuring inclusive education practices. This role requires extensive experience in gender and social development, with a strong understanding of the Ethiopian context.

Key Responsibilities


1. Programme Design and Implementation:

o Develop and implement strategies to improve gender and inclusion in education.

o Work with selected communities to enhance gender and inclusion practices in schools, including safeguarding, social and emotional learning, gender clubs, and promoting aspirations for girls.

o Support innovations at school and regional government levels to help children who have missed significant amounts of school catch up and continue their education.

2. Capacity Building:

o Provide technical assistance to government and regional bureaus to support the inclusion of marginalized groups in education.

o Train and support teachers, school leaders, and community members on gender and inclusion practices.

3. Monitoring and Evaluation:

o Develop and implement monitoring and evaluation frameworks to assess the impact of gender and inclusion interventions.

o Conduct surveys and dialogues with target communities to gather data on enrolment, retention, and learning outcomes for marginalized children.

4. Stakeholder Engagement:

o Establish and maintain effective working relationships with the Ministry of Education, regional education bureaus, and other relevant stakeholders.

o Collaborate with other TREE implementing partners to ensure integrated and cohesive programme delivery.

5. Reporting:

o Prepare high-quality monthly, quarterly, and annual progress reports on gender and inclusion activities.

o Provide regular updates to FCDO and other stakeholders on the progress and impact of gender and inclusion interventions.

Role requirements

• Gender and Social Development Expertise: Demonstrate experience in developing and implementing gender-sensitive and inclusive education programmes.

• Community Engagement: Proven ability to engage with and influence community stakeholders, including parents, community leaders, and local organizations, to support girls' education and inclusive practices.

• Training and Capacity Building: Experience in designing and delivering training programmes for teachers, school leaders, and community members on gender and inclusion practices.

• Monitoring and Evaluation: Strong skills in developing and implementing M&E frameworks to assess the impact of gender, and inclusion interventions.

• Local Knowledge: Deep understanding of the Ethiopian social, cultural, and political context, particularly regarding gender and inclusion issues.

• Adaptability: Ability to adapt strategies and interventions to changing contexts and needs, ensuring flexibility and responsiveness in programme delivery.

• Leadership: Proven ability to provide strategic direction, build consensus among stakeholders, and lead teams effectively.

• Commitment: Dedication to ethical principles, safeguarding, and inclusive practices, with a focus on gender and disability inclusion.

Collaboration with Other Team Members

1. Team & Technical Lead: Work closely with the Team & Technical Lead to align gender and inclusion strategies with the overall programme objectives and ensure integration across all components.

2. Curriculum and Teaching Expert: Collaborate to ensure that curriculum and teaching practices are inclusive and gender sensitive. Jointly develop training materials and interventions that address the needs of marginalized groups.

3. Regional Leads: Work with regional leads to tailor gender and inclusion interventions to the specific needs of different regions and communities. Provide support and guidance to regional teams on implementing gender-sensitive approaches.

4. M&E Team: Collaborate with the Monitoring and Evaluation team to develop and implement frameworks for assessing the impact of gender and inclusion interventions. Regularly share data and insights to inform programme adjustments and improvements.

5. Training Sessions: Lead training sessions for team members and partners on gender and inclusion best practices. Ensure that all team members are equipped with the knowledge and skills to implement gender-sensitive approaches.

6. Adaptive Learning and Innovation: Work with the team to design and test innovative solutions to improve gender and inclusion in education. Share successful approaches and lessons learned with the broader team to promote continuous improvement.

Qualifications

• Advanced degree in Gender Studies, Social Development, Education, or a related field.

• Over 5 years experience in gender and social development, particularly in education programmes.

• Experience working with government and community stakeholders in Ethiopia.

• A strong track record of leading the management or technical delivery of large and/or complex donor funded programmes

• Strong skills in programme design and development, advocacy and networking with international and national institutions and development agencies which promote girls’ education and empowerment.

• Ability to perform at a senior management level including managing staff in a matrixed system with a focus on adaptive management.

• Experience and ability to provide leadership and direction in harnessing the multi-disciplinary skills of the technical personnel and consortium partners.

• Familiarity with current global and regional debates about girls’ education and empowerment including FCDO’s thinking and emerging priorities.

• Prior experience in managing or delivering large FCDO programmes (preferably commercial contracts) will be a strong asset.

• Fluency in English and Amharic is preferred.


How to Apply

For more information and job application details, see; International Rescue Committee Gender and Inclusion Technical Expert Jobs in Ethiopia

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