Employment Nigeria 01-Jan-1970 NIGERIA , NIGERIA ,
TECHNOSERVE VACANCY
SENIOR GENDER SPECIALIST, NORTHERN NIGERIA
JOB DESCRIPTION
- Conduct a robust gender analysis of socio-cultural and economic gender constraints facing women within the target beneficiary population; recommend gender initiatives needed to meet program targets for womens participation.
-Establish and grow relationships with TechnoServe gender thought partners in Nigeria.
-Work with TechnoServe staff and thought partners to ensure that gender considerations are fully integrated into the program design, including staffing, participant recruitment, program activities and M&E.
-Design and implement program gender strategy, including management of women-focused special initiatives, as required.
-Design and conduct gender sensitization training for TechnoServe staff, implementation partners and beneficiaries.
-Conduct periodic program gender evaluations; recommend and implement course corrections, as necessary.
-Monitor program performance and contribute content for internal and external reporting.
-Design and conduct robust gender impact evaluation at the close of the program.
REQUIRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE
-Advanced degree in gender studies, sociology, anthropology or related field
-Minimum of 5 years experience in best practice gender integration in economic development
-Preferably a recognized gender expert in the field, with first-hand knowledge of gender priorities of leading donor agencies and/or other key institutions
-Practical field-based development/nonprofit sector experience essential
-Experience in design and implementation of M4P programs preferred
-Native English speaker, Hausa a plus.
-Proven ability to operate effectively in a multi-cultural environment
-Excellent communications skills, written and verbal
-Strong diplomatic skills to support effective work through implementing partners
-Strong writing, Excel and PowerPoint presentation skills
HOW TO APPLY:
Submit a resume, cover letter, salary history and three professional references to: jantista@tns.org.
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