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Gender and Social Development Specialist

2 months ago

Ottawa, Ontario, Canada Cuso International Full time
About the Role

This is an exciting opportunity to join Cuso International in a key role that will play a crucial part in advancing gender equality and social inclusion. As a Gender and Social Development Specialist, you will be responsible for leading and formulating partnerships and networks to achieve and disseminate results in institutional capacity development and enhance organizational contribution in Gender and Social Development.

About the Project

The Green Recovery Action Plan (GRAP) provides a framework for sustainable economic recovery from the pandemic. The ultimate outcome of the Project is enhanced impact on the economic and climate resilience of the African population, in particular women and youth, post COVID-19.

Key Responsibilities
  • Contribute to ensuring mainstreaming of gender, poverty reduction and social inclusion in Cuso International sector and thematic policies, strategies, and operational plans.
  • Support the design and monitoring of program results as they relate to gender and social development outcomes and outputs.
  • Support the preparation of selective country gender and social development analysis and assessments.
  • Support the incorporation of environmental and social safeguards into the project cycle management.
  • Analyze and prepare knowledge products and services on social development and gender issues of importance.
  • Support the design capacity development/training materials and programs for staff and government partners.
  • Support the identification and build institutional partnerships and champions in government, private sector, and civil society to strengthen.
  • Support the development of strategies for mobilizing gender-responsive and inclusive, sustainable green finance.
Requirements
  • MBA or Masters in Gender Studies, Sociology/Anthropology/Social Development, International/ Development/Affairs, Public Policy, Economics, Human Rights or other social science preferably involving gender studies.
  • At least 3-5 years of relevant experience in gender equality and social development of which 2 years at international level.
  • Substantial experience in design, monitoring and evaluation of gender projects.
  • Experience working directly with one or more departments of multilateral or bilateral development institutions in developing countries is important.
  • Proven experience and expertise with environmental and social safeguards.
About Cuso International

Cuso International is an international cooperation and development organization that works to create economic and social opportunities for marginalized groups. Together with our partners, we are focused on efforts to advance gender equality and social inclusion, improve economic resilience, and deliver progress on climate action.

Support Package
  • Modest monthly living allowance
  • Accommodation while in placement
  • Medical Health Insurance (including the cost of required vaccinations and antimalarial medication)
  • Round-trip airfare and visa/work permit costs
  • Pre-placement training, In-Country Orientation (ICO) and Reintegration Debriefing
  • Support while in placement through Cuso International's Country Program Office (CPO) and local partners throughout your placement
  • Access to Employee Assistance Program (EAP) while in placement and upon return
  • Support to meet your fundraising goals
  • Bonus: Additional return flight home or cash in lieu after 12 months of service for volunteers who extend for another 6 months
Selection Requirements

Please note that if you are shortlisted for the placement, you will be required to:

  • Confirm your residency and citizenship status
  • Provide references
  • Complete a language assessment
  • Obtain a satisfactory Police Check
  • Complete a medical exam and be medically cleared before your departure
  • Due to the COVID-19 situation, be double vaccinated following the World Health Organization-approved vaccines.
Fundraising

We ask each volunteer, regardless of placement length, to raise $2,000. All volunteers receive support from Cuso International to help achieve the goal through fundraising.

Pre-placement Training and Briefing

We commit to helping you prepare as best as possible for your placement. You will have a Volunteering Mobilization Advisor (VMA) to support you through the process and will participate in pre-placement training as part of your preparation.

Protection from Sexual Exploitation and Abuse

Cuso International works with poor, vulnerable and marginalized people, mainly women and girls, to eradicate poverty and inequality. We understand the need to uphold and enforce the highest standards of ethical and professional conduct.

Residency and Citizenship

During the application and pre-placement phases, most Cuso International applicants are based in Canada, although we also receive applications from outside Canada. Regardless of your location, it's crucial for us to maintain easy and prompt communication with you between your application and start dates.