Gender Equity and Social Inclusion

2 weeks ago


Vancouver, Canada Asia Pacific Foundation of Canada Full time

**French follow below I français suivre ci-dessous**

APF Canada is a not-for-profit organization focused on strengthening ties between Canada and Asia through its research, education, and convening activities, such as the APEC-Canada Growing Business Partnership.

We are seeking a proactive** Gender Equity and Social Inclusion (GESI) Specialist for the APEC-Canada Growing Business Partnership on contract, full-time employment.** This position reports to the _Senior Program Manager, APEC-Canada Growing Business Partnership_.

Phase Two of the APEC-Canada Growing Business Partnership is a four-year project (2022-2026) funded by the Government of Canada that aims to improve inclusive economic growth of micro, small, and medium enterprises (MSMEs), especially those led by women and young women.

**Major Responsibilities**

**Gender Equity and Social Inclusion (GESI) 50%**
- Lead the integration of gender-responsive and inclusive MSME-related research and monitor relevant public policies, trends and emerging gender equality issues;
- Prepare project reports, action plans, policy briefs, recommendations and communication materials that support poverty reduction, gender equality and women’s economic empowerment;
- Contribute to gender-responsive procurement and budgeting
- Assist in coordinating and managing gender-responsive and inclusive meetings, consultations, and partnership events, including conferences, roundtables, workshops, and training sessions with leaders and experts from Canada and other APEC economies;
- Provide ongoing gender research support and analysis throughout the project’s planning, implementation, and monitoring and evaluation.

**Project Co-ordination and Administration 50%**
- Contribute to Project meeting agendas, materials, speaking points, and presentations, including convenings such as the APEC Small and Medium Enterprise Working Group and APEC Business Advisory Council
- Coordinate and support reporting to the project donor, including annual and semi-annual reports, work plans, financial forms and reporting, and other documents.
- Maintain an updated and organized project management information system with project tasks and milestones.
- Other tasks and event logístical support on the ground may be assigned from time to time.

**Successful applicants will have the following qualifications**
- Graduate education in international development, public policy, business management, non-profit management, administration, or communications (or another related field of study) is highly desirable. An equivalent combination of undergraduate education and five to seven years of work experience will be considered.
- Three to five years of experience with GESI and project co-ordination, management, or administrative work in international development, government, non-profit organizations, or research is essential.
- Excellent ability to manage multiple work assignments simultaneously, identify priorities, develop timelines, and use sound judgment to prioritize and meet deadlines.
- Excellent communicator in English with an ability to respectfully engage with multiple stakeholder groups from government, research institutes, business associations, and civil society.
- Ability to work independently and in a team environment.
- Displays tact and professionalism and can work with organizationally sensitive information, ensuring confidentiality and respect for the nature of work.

**Desired Skills and Abilities**
- Previous work experience in developing or managing a Global Affairs Canada-funded international development project is highly desirable;
- Knowledge about issues related to MSMEs and entrepreneurship, particularly in the context of fostering sustainable development and poverty reduction, and promoting gender equality;
- Certification in project management is an asset.
- Completion of the Government of Canada’s Gender Based Analysis Plus (GBA+) certificate or other gender equality, inclusion, and diversity training is an asset. The ability to work in French or an Asian language relevant to Phase Two is an asset.
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**Eligibility**

**Applicants must be eligible to work in Canada.** The successful applicant will ideally work out of Vancouver, BC, on a **Hybrid Schedule (two days onsite/three days off-site)** from APF Canada’s head office in downtown Vancouver, Monday to Friday, during regular office hours (approximately 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.).

**Compensation & Benefits**

**Application Procedures**
- One-page **Cover Letter** detailing the applicant’s career interests and goals and why they are interested in working with the Foundation
- **Résumé** detailing the applicant’s academic background, skills, and professional experiences.
- **Original Writing Sample** of no more than 10 pages, single-spaced in English. A functioning URL to a writing sample is acceptable.
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