FHI360

Deadline: 30 April 2021

About FHI 360

FHI 360 is a non-profit human development organization dedicated to improving lives in lasting ways by advancing integrated, locally driven solutions. Our staff includes experts in health, education, nutrition, environment, economic development, civil society, gender, youth, research, and technology — creating a unique mix of capabilities to address today's interrelated development challenges. FHI 360 serves more than 70 countries and all U.S. states and territories.

Position Summary

The GESI Advisor will be an FHI 360 employee working and placed at the main project office in Harare. Under the guidance of the Technical Director, the GESI Advisor will lead assessment, coordination, mentorship, and implementation of gender sensitive and transformative components and disability inclusion integrated into DREAMS program activities; monitoring GESI integration through M&E and data systems; and providing focused technical assistance as needed to government and national partner teams.

Qualifications and Experience

Master’s degree in gender, sociology, psychology, public health, or related field. 8-15 years of technical assistance experience in gender and social inclusion, particularly within the field of HIV and youth programming. Proficiency with database management software, Microsoft Office Suite, and on-line search tools required. Excellent oral and written communication skills in English. Has sensitivity to cultural diversity and understanding of the political, contextual, and ethical issues in assigned areas. Articulate and professional and able to communicate in a clear, positive fashion with stakeholders. Prior work experience in a similar position within a non-governmental organization (NGO), government agency, or private company. Excellent organizational and analytical skills and strong ability to manage and meet multiple tasks. Substantial experience of developing working relations with government stakeholders; training and capacity development experience preferred. Working knowledge of concepts, practices, and procedures with providing technical support for gender and social inclusion activities/ projects and youth programming, including gender integration into M&E systems, gender norm transformation and SBC approaches, GBV prevention and response, and gender sensitive and youth friendly health service delivery. Qualitative research experience, including tool development, data collection around sensitive topics, and data analysis preferred. .