Gender Equity And Social Inclusion Director

Cimmyt; Ciudad de México; Presencial; MXN 1,437,000 - 1,797,000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

An international agricultural research organization is seeking a Gender Equity and Social Inclusion Director based in Texcoco. This position involves leading the development and implementation of strategies for gender equity and social inclusion across their work, engaging stakeholders in GESI issues, and facilitating research initiatives. Applicants should have a Ph.D. coupled with substantial experience in management and gender-focused research, excellent communication skills, and a commitment to sustainable agrifood systems.

Formación

• Ph.D. in development studies, sociology, or related field with a focus on gender equity.
• Minimum 10 years of experience in gender equality and social inclusion research.
• Demonstrated leadership experience in research and management.

Responsabilidades

• Lead GESI strategy development and implementation.
• Conduct surveys to assess commitment to GESI goals.
• Facilitate knowledge sharing across research themes.

Conocimientos

Gender and inclusion research

Fundraising and resource mobilization

Project management

Qualitative and quantitative analysis

Excellent communication skills

Educación

Ph.D. in relevant discipline

Descripción del empleo

As a result of our

• Strategy process and as an outcome of the Science and Innovation Week staff discussions, CIMMYT is looking for an outstanding, self-motivated, and result-oriented professional for the position of Gender Equity and Social Inclusion Director reporting directly to the Director General (CEO).

This position will be based in Texcoco, Mexico in the CIMMYT HQ.

Specific duties

• Support the expansion of our leadership on gender equity and social inclusion across the broad portfolio of themes and countries in line with the CGIAR and CIMMYT Strategy.
• Advise leadership and lead the GESI team in the development of the strategy, including the co-development of a theory of change for the different research activities.
• Survey staff to document perceptions of commitment to GESI goals, culture, and policies in support of full participation and career pathways for women, under-representative groups, and all staff.
• Support capacity-building initiatives to address GESI in their research and to ensure continuous learning and improvement through training, workshops, conference sessions, etc.
• Facilitate knowledge-building and sharing across themes, countries, and initiatives and support scientific rigor and the development of new insights, concepts, and methodologies that contribute to the international field of knowledge.
• Promote an inclusive and empowering environment for underrepresented groups and women in the organization through coordination with all relevant enabling units.

Fundraising, Outreach, and Engagement

• Lead fundraising campaigns to ensure the ongoing prominence of GESI works throughout the organization.
• Enhance the representation and visibility of our GESI work in key influence and advocacy spheres (UN Women, CG Gender Platform, etc.) and the sustainable agrifood systems and climate change arenas.
• Engage with partners and stakeholders in education on GESI issues, and support training for scientists and emerging leaders in public and private sectors to transform research in development towards inclusive, sustainable pathways for impact.

Research for Impact

• Develop new and innovative ideas and methods for research on GESI.
• Integrate GESI in and across our research themes and promote gender transformative approaches in research for development projects.
• Facilitate inclusive multi-stakeholder dialogues and workshops.
• Coordinate with the CGIAR Gender Platform to implement learning and contribute to the success of the platform.
• Support specific project activities in relation to gender equity and social inclusion.

Requirements

• Ph.D. in development studies, anthropology, sociology, geography, political science, women's studies, agricultural economics, and other relevant disciplines with a strong gender equity and social inclusion focus.
• At least 10 years of experience in proven GESI-inclusive research for impact in sustainable agrifood systems.
• Leadership position experience with progressively increasing responsibilities in management and research leadership is required.
• Experience in resource mobilization / fundraising; engagement with donors; and in proposal development / writing.
• Experience with the use and development of tools for gender and inclusion research, training, and engagement for impact is essential.
• Experience a plus in areas such as leading and delivering gender-based training, multi-stakeholder workshops and processes, and monitoring and evaluating gender-responsive R&D projects.
• Demonstrated capacity to work with multiple stakeholders, including scientists, research partners, field researchers, development practitioners, donors, policymakers, etc.
• Strong experience in qualitative, quantitative or mixed-method analytical approaches in GESI research is a plus.
• Excellent written and spoken English communication skills with demonstrated excellence in written and oral presentations.
• Knowledge of a second language used in CIMMYT working areas is desirable.
• Competence in project management is desirable.
• Knowledge of CIMMYT, CGIAR, or other international development organizations is desirable.
• Significant experience working and living in developing countries and across cultures.

Benefits