GESI (Gender Equality and Social Inclusion) Coordinator - ADRA

 

SHAPE Timor-Leste | Sustainable Health, Agriculture, Protection and Empowerment Project

GESI (Gender Equality and Social Inclusion) Coordinator 

 

1. Position Purpose:

Position	GESI (Gender Equality and Social Inclusion) Coordinator
Position Purpose	GESI (Gender Equality and Social Inclusion) Coordinator will provide technical and strategic support on Gender Equality and Social Inclusion of the SHAPE Project. The GESI Coordinator will play an active role in ensuring that the implementation of the activities is align with gender strategies.
Department	Program Department	Location	Dili Municipality with frequent travels to Viqueque
Reporting to	Program Director	Supervises	None
Engagement	Part-Time Contract Basis	Remuneration Range	Range determined according to experience

2. Project Description:

 

SHAPE is multi-country programme under a negotiated partnership between the New Zealand Ministry of Foreign Affairs and Trade (MFAT) and ADRA New Zealand. It is implemented in four countries within the Pacific and South-East Asia (SEA), including Timor-Leste (TL). The SHAPE in Timor -Leste is a five-year programme (2021 – 2026) implemented in 15 sucos in Viqueque Municipality with target beneficiaries of 2,700 participants across all activities (50% female and 31% under 30-year-olds).

 

SHAPE Project Goal is healthier and more resilient communities in the Pacific and Southeast Asia.  The program components that will be particularly implemented in Timor-Leste are under 2 Long Term Outcomes:

• Increase protection and economic resilience for women and girls.
• Increased food and income security for farming communities.

 

 

3. Key Responsibilities (Expected Outcomes)

• Design and lead GESI Assessment of SHAPE Project
• Lead the team in developing GESI Plan (how to mainstream GESI in SHAPE Project activities)
• Design and deliver staff and key stakeholders capacity building activities on GESI
• Lead mainstreaming of GESI strategies throughout all project components and activities
• Collaborate with the team members to ensure implementation of GESI plans and M&E related activities

 

4. Dates and Duration

This position is a part time position with a maximum total of 60 working days within the range of 6 months delivery (February – July 2022), with the following details:

• GESI Assessment and recommendations                                                20 working days
• Developing GESI Plan                                                                                5 working days
• Design and deliver staff capacity building activities on GESI                    10 working days
• Design and deliver key stakeholder capacity building activities on GESI   5 working days
• Ensuring implementation of GESI Plan and M&E related activities          20 working days

 

5. Selection Criteria

Essential

• Bachelor’s degree in Gender Studies, International Development or similar sector (master’s degree is more preferred)
• Minimum 5 years of experience in the fields of gender equality and social inclusion, community driven development, capacity building
• In-depth knowledge of gender inclusion issues Timor-Leste
• Technically sound experiences in leading GESI Assessment and working in teams to build capacity and awareness on gender and inclusion
• Ability to communicate orally and in writing in English and Tetum
• Strong time management skills and interpersonal skills
• Ability to work independently prioritize tasks and develop plans of action

Desirable:

• Timorese nationality
• Already resides in Timor-Leste

 

6. Application Process

The candidates who meet the above requirements should submit:

• Expression of interest (cover letter), that shows commitment of availability for the entire period of the assignment.
• Updated CV that shows the type of work in GESI (including consultancies)
• List of 3 references
• A narrative proposal which should include the following information (at a minimum):

• General proposal with clear methodology on how to deliver the Key Responsibilities
• Proposed salary 
• Proposed timeline

 

The applicant(s) have the right to request for more clarifications.

 

The position will be expected to abide by ADRA’s Child Protection Code of Conduct and Preventing Sexual Exploitation, Abuse and Harassment policies and will undergo Criminal History Check and reference checks. 

All interested and qualified consultant should send his/her application to: domingos.sinorio@adra.tl

All applications should be submitted by Wednesday 16^th February 2022 by 17:00 hrs. ADRA reserves the right to appoint a candidate earlier should a candidate present a proposal to the required standard. Application received after this time will not be considered.

ADRA TL is an equal employer with no discrimination, we give equal opportunity to both male and female candidates and encourage people with disability to apply.