Plan International Gender and Inclusion Advisor Jobs 2021 – Kenya NGO Jobs. Plan International Kenya looking for “Gender and Inclusion Advisor”. Applicants with a degree in Bachelor Degree may apply on or before 2nd Dec 2021.
Plan International is an independent development and humanitarian organization which works in 71 countries across the world, in Africa, the Americas, and Asia to advance children’s rights and equality for girls. Plan International is one of the world’s largest organizations working for children’s rights and gender equality. In 2016, Plan International reached 17.1 million girls and 15.5 million boys through its programming.
Plan International Gender and Inclusion Advisor Jobs 2021
The Plan International has published a job vacancy announcement on 22nd Nov 2021 for qualified Kenyans to fill in the vacant post of Gender and Inclusion Advisor to be based in Nairobi, Kenya.
| Recruiter | Plan International |
| Position | Gender and Inclusion Advisor |
| Location | Nairobi, Kenya |
| Country | Kenya |
| Total Vacant Post | N/A |
| Qualification | Bachelor Degree |
| Experience Required | Minimum Seven years |
| Application Deadline | 2nd Dec 2021 |
Plan International Job Vacancy 2021
Accountabilities and Main Work Activities:
Guide the strategic planning, design, and implementations of gender-transformative programmes in the organization:
- Gender transformative programming: Lead in the integration and effective implementation of the gender transformative programme approach in alignment with Plan Kenya’s Country Strategy and Plan International’s Global purpose on ensuring that root causes are addressed effectively in the programming work;
- Develop and implement minimum standards, technical frameworks and strategies on gender-transformative programming and inclusion, and align these to Plan Kenya’s new five-year strategic plan and our Global ambition; (Reference the Management Standards amongst other relevant documents)
- Ensure that all PIK staff and implementing partners understand the importance of gender programming and inclusion approach and how it relates to them in their contexts and that they are fully involved in its implementation, and contribute to the ongoing research, development and implementation as well as dissemination and sharing of best practices and innovative approaches to maximize performance and sustain achievements in gender-transformative programming;
- Ensure successful design and implementation of gender-transformative programmes in Plan Kenya.
- Provide technical support to all Programme Units on gender transformation project management, while ensuring timely corporate online update of the Gender Marker as required.
- Ensure that agreed monitoring and evaluation activities of regional gender equality at all levels in the organization are high quality and are widely disseminated, including but not limited to the baseline survey, mid-term reviews, and final evaluations.
- Build close links with the Project Managers of the Young influencers and other global networks for girls to secure participation for Plan-led advocacy with girls.
- Contribute to the development of business products to mainstream gender and address root causes of gender inequality in Plan operating areas.
- Ensure that Plan’s Global Policy and Strategy on Gender Equality are effectively used to guide Plan’s work on gender equality across the country programme.
- Conduct a Gender Equality Self-Assessment on a regular basis (every three to five years) and develop Gender Action Plans based on the GESA results.
- Support advocacy with external policymakers and other stakeholders on key issues related to girls’ rights and gender equality in the Country Programme to build Plan’s profile as a thought-leader in this area.
- Work closely with the Advocacy and Influencing Advisor to proactively identify and utilize opportunities for high-impact advocacy and policy engagement on gender equality and girls’ rights.
- Contribute to the development of Plan’s communications and media work on relevant gender equality and Inclusion.
- Represent Plan’s positions on gender equality and Inclusion to key external audiences at the national, regional and global levels, as needed.
- Develop networks and relationships with key decision-makers and influencers for gender equality, Inclusion, and girls’ rights in the country.
- Build Plan’s profile as a respected thought-leader and high-level contributor on girls’ rights and gender equality issues.
Position in Organization:
- Date: 20-Nov-2021
- Location: Nairobi, Kenya
- Company: Plan International
Qualification:
- Minimum Bachelors and preferably a Masters in gender studies, social sciences, or related courses;
Experience:
- A minimum experience of 7 years in implementing program management or community development work and mainly in implementing Gender transformative work especially while working with girls and youth;
- In-depth knowledge of the links between gender equality, children’s rights and NGO development and humanitarian programming practice;
- Demonstrated understanding of gender rights issues in both development and humanitarian contexts;
- Demonstrated knowledge and experience in conducting gender analysis and its application to child-rights programming;
- Experience designing, implementing, and evaluating high-quality programmes with demonstrated impact on improving gender equality or girls’ empowerment;
- Excellent understanding of relevant policy-making processes and institutions on gender equality;
- Commitment to Plan Kenya’s position on promoting girls’ rights and gender equality and integrating all these aspects in their day to day work;
- Knowledge of the regional context would be desirable.
How to Apply Plan International Gender and Inclusion Advisor Jobs 2021
Note: Before you apply, please download (link is given below) the full advertisement and read it carefully.
Then to apply, go to https://jobs.plan-international.org/job/Nairobi-Gender-and-Inclusion-Advisor/745733801/
The Closing Date: 2nd Dec 2021.
Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted for interviews.
| Particulars | Details Link |
| Job Advertisement | Download |
| Official Website | plan-international.org |
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