Gender Equality Capacity Strengthening Specialist

4 days ago


Toronto, Ontario, Canada Cuso International Full time

Cuso International is seeking a highly skilled Gender Equality Capacity Strengthening Specialist to join our team in St. George's, Grenada.

About the Role

This six-month placement offers an opportunity to contribute to the strengthening of the capacity of National Conversation Trust Funds (NCTF) across the region to mainstream gender equality and social inclusion into its policies, programs, and services.

As a specialist, you will support the capacity strengthening of staff through training on gender equality concepts and mainstreaming gender equality and social inclusion into programming.

The Caribbean Organizations for Resilient Environments (CORE) project aims to build the capacity of NCTFs operating in eight countries to implement local, nature-based solutions for climate change adaptation and mitigation with a gender-responsive lens.

Key Responsibilities
  • Conduct assessments of staff capacity to implement gendered policies, programs, and services
  • Develop and deliver training resources and conduct training sessions with staff from NCTF and women's rights and environmental organizations on gender equality mainstreaming into their programs using a human-rights based approach
  • Support the development of operational and HR policies
Requirements
  • University degree in social/political sciences, international development, human rights, gender studies, social work, law, public policy, or related field
  • Minimum of 3 years of demonstrated experience in a position(s) related to the promotion of gender equality, diversity, and/or women's development issues
  • Experience working with government agencies
  • Experience working with senior management
  • Experience in training and facilitation
What We Offer

A competitive salary of $40,000 - $50,000 CAD per year, depending on qualifications and experience

Opportunities for professional growth and development

A chance to make a meaningful contribution to the lives of marginalized communities

About Us

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.



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