Veterinarians Without Borders Canada Community One Health Empowerment in Rwanda and Senegal Jobs in Rwanda

Veterinarians Without Borders Canada Community One Health Empowerment in Rwanda and Senegal Jobs in Rwanda

Objectives

The main objective is to conduct gender assessments with each partner organization and major project communities in Rwanda. Following these assessments, the consultant will utilize findings to recommend a Gender Equality Action Plan aligning to COHERS project objectives.

Responsibilities and tasks

As part of the Project Implementation Plan (PIP) of the GAC funded project for ‘COHERS’, the Gender Consultant will support our two local partners University of Global Health Equity (UGHE) and WaterAid Rwanda (WAR)to conduct a participatory gender equality assessments of the organization project communities. Further details are described below:

Research and preparation

Contact local partners (UGHE and WAR) for general briefing and initial response framework;

Review all the guidelines from the COHERS project and ensure the activities planned by the local partners corresponds to the communities needs in terms of gender equality and are gender-sensitive;

Prepare key gender background notes for local partners: include known gender features of the population and guidance on gender issues in this type of context (e.g. different physical needs & capabilities to access aid, gendered roles & responsibilities in the communities, security & exploitation);

Establish key internal and external contacts with understanding of the social/gender dynamics and trends in the communities where the local partners work, local leaders and organizations/networks known to promote the interests of women.

Development of necessary tools

Create tools to collect data for the gender assessment and to monitor project progress;

Gender Assessment

Community gender analysis: To work with partner staff at the community level to identify barriers to gender equality facing small-scale farmers;

In collaboration with local partners and the VWB/VSF local coordinator, support the collection and analysis of sex disaggregated data (quantitative and qualitative) as well as streamlining the needs assessment, collection and analysis so that it can be more effective in meeting beneficiary needs;

To analyse the organizational and community level gender context and provide other technical supports to build knowledge and skills relating to gender equality;

Methodology

The consultant will be expected to propose the most appropriate consultative and participatory approaches for this assignment following initial consultations with VWB/VSF’s Head of Programs, M&E and Gender Advisor and local partners.

Output of the Assignment

The consultant is expected to provide a Gender Assessment that addresses the objectives and topics described in the paragraphs above, giving special attention to the overall data analysis and recommendations for the project ensure gender equitable activity

design, risks identification and mitigation as well as monitoring progress.

The consultant will complement the assessment with visual images from the training sessions in the communities, field assessment tools (focus groups, interviews etc), working sessions with the local partners, and any other visuals and materials that visually illustrate gender equality issues.

Qualifications and Experience of the Gender Consultant

Education

A university degree in a related field (political science, international development, women's studies)

Relevant post-graduate degree and formal training in gender considered an asset

Experience

A minimum of five years (5) experience in program management/program development in an international development/humanitarian organization;

A minimum of three (3) years international development experience in the Global South, especially in Rwanda is required;

A strong understanding of women’s rights is required, as well as demonstrated experience incorporating gender and feminist approaches into the design, monitoring, learning, and evaluation of programs;

Experience in applying participatory methods and tools, including the promotion of gender equality, good governance, and environmental sustainability;

trong knowledge and experience in conducting gender assessment and gender Action Plan in a developing country context;

Knowledge of multi-stakeholder program development processes including coordination and learning;

Knowledge of training tools and methods and proven experience delivering training on gender responsive programs. Experience in coaching and mentoring in rural and agricultural communities is considered an asset.

Skills

Ability to communicate ideas in a culturally-sensitive manner and conducive to their practical application;

Robust conceptual and analytical skills.

Excellent time management skills, with an ability to deliver high-quality outputs on time.

General finance, administration, information management and telecommunication skills and proficiency in information technology/ computer skills.

Ability to prioritize, organize, work independently, and take initiative

Excellent public speaking skills

Curious, enthusiastic and willing to innovate and adapt

Fluency in English is a must, Proficiency in Kinyarwanda is considered an asset.

How to Apply

Interested and qualified professionals should submit their applications including the following:

Technical Proposal

Budget

Resume (CV)

References and List of previous works

The Documentation requested above shall be sent via e-mail to: recruitment@vetswithoutborders.ca

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