Senior Programme Officer, Gender and Inclusion

JOB PURPOSE

To operationalise IPPF’s gender and inclusion policies and strategies in ESEAOR and support Member Associations (MAs) in its implementation.

• To provide technical assistance to MAs for preventing, mitigating, and responding to SGBV within the broader framework of sexual and reproductive health and rights (SRHR).
• To ensure quality and effective implementation of assigned projects related to gender, sexual and gender-based violence (SGBV) and SOGIESC in the region.
• To contribute in upholding Sexual and Reproductive Health and Rights of all people, particularly the poor and vulnerable in ESEAOR by ensuring access to quality SRH services
• This position is responsible for supporting the integration of gender and inclusion in all areas of the ESEAOR’s work, which includes gender and its intersectionality.

KEY TASKS

1. To coordinate and support IPPF’s strategy on Gender Equality and Inclusion

a. To contribute to IPPF’s evolving leadership in gender equality and inclusion and implement the same in ESEAOR, ensuring that ESEAOR’s response are coherent and holistic and programmes reflect IPPF vision, mission, values and strategic framework.

b. To participate and contribute as a member of the IPPF Gender Steering Group and ensure the policies, guide and tools are reflective of the needs and capacity of ESEAOR MAs

c. To provide advice and support in the formulation and monitoring of gender and inclusion through policies, processes and systems across the ESEAOR, within the remit of the post and in line with IPPF’s Gender Equality Policy.

d. To provide technical guidance and support to MAs on gender and inclusion related project planning, development and implementation based on IPPF and Member Associations’ SRHR strategy and operational plans.

e. To be up to date with technical information on gender and inclusion related issues and promote knowledge and resource-sharing among MAs with a focus on south-south exchanges.

f. To enhance collaboration and partnership with organisations working on gender, sexuality and Inclusion in consultation with the Director Programmes and Performance.

g. To promote positive approach to human sexuality and provide technical guidance on how to integrate sexual pleasure in the SRH programming.

h. To provide technical guidance on gender-transformative programming with men and boys and empowerment of women and girls to improve sexual and reproductive health and rights and implement intersectional approaches.

i. To systematically monitor and evaluate gender and inclusion related projects implemented by IPPF Member Associations including documenting best practices and capturing human interest stories.

2. To support programme and other teams for developing and dissemination guidelines, policies, standards and technical tools to contribute to speedy and successful project delivery in the area of SRH services, including improvement in Quality of care (QOC) among MA clinics

3. To provide necessary technical inputs during accreditation review of MAs

4. Be responsible to the Member Association’s development and provide assistance as required

a. Assess Member Association’s gender strategy, action plans, current capacity and establish measures to address gaps / challenges.

b. Build and maintain positive working relationships with all members of staff and contacts within and outside the Federation.

c. Contribute to the Regional Office’s Annual Performance Report including the review and use of Service Statistics and Global Indicators

5. To undertake any other reasonable duties as may be requested from time to time.

RESPONSIBILITIES

Describe:

a) Staff responsibilities carried out by the job holder.

As assigned for supervision (staff and / or consultants)

b) Financial responsibilities carried by the job holder.

Responsible for monitoring and managing budget expenditure of selected projects.

c) Advisory responsibilities carried out by the job holder.

Advise POs, Managers, Directors, and RD on gender, sexuality, and inclusion related issues.

Advise MAs on technical issues related to gender, sexuality, and inclusion related issues

EDUCATION & QUALIFICATIONS

Postgraduate / professional qualification in social sciences, public health, development studies or equivalent standard of education.

PROVEN ABILITY

• At least five (5) years’ experience in the areas of designing, managing, implementing, and monitoring of gender, inclusion and SRH related programmes.
• A good understanding of the current situation in relation to gender and inclusion, SGBV and SOGIESC in the region.

SKILLS

• Excellent communication skills, verbal and written.
• Good organisational skills necessary to multitask and meet tight deadlines.
• Good research, analysing and report writing skills.
• Fluent in English and other language(s) spoken in ESEAOR
• Good understanding of development and/or health issues.
• Good IT skills – ability to use MS Office.

• Ability to work independently and as part of team.

• PERSONAL COMPETENCE

• Commitment to the Federation’s Vision, Mission, and Values

• Rights-based and gender-sensitive perspective.

• Awareness of and sensitivity to the multi-cultural environment in which IPPF operates.

• Willingness to take initiative.

• Ability and willingness to travel internationally