Gender Coordinator – Plan International (SAGE)
Location: Harare, HA, ZW
Company: Plan International
Job Description
Reporting to the Project Manager (SAGE) , the job holder will be responsible for implementing the gender transformative components of the Supporting Adolescent Girls’ Education (SAGE) project in Zimbabwe. This role will provide appropriate technical support in the planning, implementation, monitoring and evaluation of gender mainstreaming in the project and provide support to consortium partners.
Accountabilities
Program Delivery
• Provide technical support for design and implementation of gender aware programs, budgets and monitoring and evaluation processes in line with overall Plan Zimbabwe strategy and objectives.
• Facilitate skills development of SAGE project staff and partners in gender transformative approaches.
• Support the project team and consortium partners on gender transformative policies and strategies.
• Initiate gender audits of the SAGE project and developing strategies to address the gaps identified.
• Develop innovative approaches that will identify and address the challenges that marginalized girls face in accessing education.
• Build relationships with consortium partners and the Non Formal Education department in the Ministry of Primary and Secondary to advocate for gender transformative approaches to enhance access to education and facilitate transition options for the most marginalized girls.
Program Support and Monitoring
• Provide appropriate technical support in the planning, implementation, monitoring and evaluation of gender mainstreaming in the project and provide support to consortium partners
• Support the design or localization of gender transformative tools and materials for use by Plan project staff and SAGE consortium partners.
Reporting
• Prepare periodic progress and analytical reports ensuring that SAGE project management structures and the technical working group is equipped with the necessary information for appropriate decision making.
• Initiate documentation of case studies from the SAGE which have potential to enhance Plan’s work as well as that of consortium partners.
Child Protection & gender equality mainstreaming
• Promotes and abides by Plan policies and procedures on Safeguarding Children and Young People, Code of Conduct and the related mandatory reporting responsibilities
Knowledge
• A degree in Sociology, Gender Studies and/or Social Sciences.
• A Masters’ Degree in Gender /Development Studies or equivalent is an added advantage.
• At least 5 years’ experience in gender and development. Specific experience in gender transformative education programming is a distinct advantage
• Knowledge of strategic planning processes and theories of gender programming
Skills
• Excellent networking and partnership building skills
• Strong team-building and motivational skills
• Strong negotiating, strategic thinking and influencing skills
Behaviours
• Demonstrates clear respect to all and especially children without discrimination
• Promotes high quality gender programs
• Communicates clearly and effectively on gender issues
• Promotes innovation and learning on gender programming
• Assertiveness and shows cultural sensitiveness
Interested candidates who meet the above requirements are required to submit their curriculum vitae & cover letter outlining their suitability for the position. Plan International takes very seriously the responsibility and duty to ensure that we and anyone who represents us does not in any way harm or place at risk children and young people. In this regard, reference & background checks will be performed including clearances on child related offences in conformity with Plan’s Safeguarding Policy.
This position is open to Zimbabwean nationals .
Locations: Harare
Total number of positions : 1
Type of role: 2 year Fixed Term Contract
Closing Date : 4 September 2018
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