Gender Officer NGO Jobs – Mercy Corps

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Job Title:   Gender Officer
Organisation: Mercy Corps
Duty Station: Uganda
About US:
Mercy
Corps is a leading global relief and development agency saving and improving
lives in the world’s toughest places. In more than 40 countries, we partner
with local people to put bold ideas into action, help them overcome adversity
and build stronger communities. We help communities survive and move beyond
emergencies. When natural disasters strike, economies collapse or conflict
flares, Mercy Corps is there. Working with communities, we leverage local logic
to help people transform their lives to grow more food, earn higher incomes and
ultimately advocate for their needs. We see global challenges as an invitation
to pioneer innovative, sustainable solutions.
Job Summary: The Gender Officer’ primary roles and
responsibilities can be broken into three distinct categories of work. The
first is to assist with on-going gender research that will be used as the basis
for program design and modifications and improvements to existing strategies.
The second is to support programmatic efforts to mainstream gender into the
program cycle. The third is to input into the development of institutional and
field level activities that enhance protections for women and support an
atmosphere of equality.
Key Duties and Responsibilities: 
  • The jobholder will make recommendations for
    incorporating a gender perspective into sectoral work
  • Develop appropriate risk mitigation
    strategies for gender work
  • Render support to the team in the
    implementation of sector-specific gender plans, consult with stakeholder
    groups on an on-going basis to assess the suitability of the same
  • Guide team members on gender issues and
    develop tools and resources to assist with gender analysis and gender
    awareness program designIdentify individuals and groups with the interest
    and potential to promote the goal of gender equality within the wider
    community.
  • Build, strengthen and maintain productive
    working relationships with district gender officers, coordinators of
    women’s networks and other stakeholders, representing Mercy Corps in
    coordination meetings and soliciting their participation in all activities
    where appropriate
  • Work in liaison with sectoral team leaders
    and officers who form part of the BRACED team, including staff of partner
    organizations;
  • Ensure close coordination and sharing of
    information with district officials, NGOs and local authorities, as
    appropriate and advised by the line manager
  • Conduct him/herself both professionally and
    personally in such a manner as to bring positive recognition to Mercy
    Corps and to not endanger Mercy Corps’ humanitarian mission.
  • Perform any other duties as assigned as
    assigned by supervisor.
Qualifications, Skills and Experience: 
  • The ideal candidate for the Mercy Corps Gender
    Officer job placement should hold a degree in gender and development,
    women’s studies, masculinity studies, sociology, law or a related field.
  • At least three to five years of professional
    experience in the field of gender and development.
  • Broad knowledge and understanding of tools of
    gender mainstreaming, including gender analysis.
  • First-hand knowledge of gender dynamics in
    Karamoja is a must as well as a basic understanding of the gender legal
    and policy framework in Uganda.
  • Show commitment to women’s rights, human
    rights and social justice.
  • Working knowledge and experience in GBV
    prevention and response is an asset.
  • Demonstrated skills in networking,
    collaboration, community consultations and organizational development.
  • Demonstrated writing and analytical skills.
  • Excellent reporting, communication and
    representation skills.
  • Fluency in Ngakarimojong and Lebthur is an
    advantage.
  • Ability to ride a motorcycle and he/she
    should be in possession of a valid driving/riding licence.
  • The applicant must be a strong team player,
    with good communication and diplomatic skills.
  • Excellent analytical and information
    management skills.
  • Excellent organizational skills and ability
    to work under/manage stress.
  • Flexible and creative in planning and problem
    solving.
  • Attention to detail, ability to follow
    procedures and meet deadlines and work independently and cooperatively
    with team members.
  • Skill in maintaining professional internal
    and external relationships.
How to Apply:
All
suitably qualified and interested Ugandan candidates should send their
applications including a cover letter clearly stating the salary requirements,
updated CV (with three professional referees), and copies of academic
qualifications/certificates to the Human Resource Manager, Kampala Head Office
on 4th Floor Embassy Plaza, Plot 1188-1190 Ggaba Road. The E-mail applications
with cover letter should be sent to: mcjobs@ug.mercycorps.org
Deadline:  17th May 2016
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