Senior Consultant : Gender Equality and Social Inclusion

Whizants; Johannesburg; On-site; ZAR 600,000 - 900,000; Full time

Job summary

Whizants is seeking a Senior Consultant for Gender Equality and Social Inclusion (GESI) to lead the integration of GESI principles into projects. This role focuses on strategic planning, stakeholder engagement, and project management, ensuring initiatives are inclusive and community-centric. The ideal candidate will have a Master's degree and extensive experience in gender equality or social inclusion, with strong facilitation and project management skills.

Qualifications

• At least 7 years working in gender equality, social inclusion, or related fields.
• Experience in multi-stakeholder project environments required.
• Deep understanding of GESI principles and the ability to apply them.

Responsibilities

• Design and implement GESI strategies for projects.
• Oversee the application of GESI frameworks in project execution.
• Lead training initiatives on GESI issues.

Skills

Project Management

Facilitation

Communication

Analytical Abilities

Report Writing

Education

Masters degree in Gender Studies

Masters degree in Social Sciences

Masters degree in International Development

Job description

Position Title : Senior Consultant : Gender Equality and Social Inclusion (GESI) Application

Location : Gauteng

Job Type : Fixed Term Deliverable-based Contract

Position Overview

The Senior Consultant : GESI Application will lead the integration of Gender Equality and Social Inclusion (GESI) principles across projects, ensuring that initiatives are inclusive, equitable, and community-centered. This role involves strategic planning, stakeholder engagement, project management, and monitoring to embed GESI into all aspects of project development and execution.

Key Responsibilities

• GESI Strategy Development : Design and implement GESI strategies for projects, ensuring integration throughout all phases.
• Stakeholder Engagement : Facilitate consultations with diverse stakeholders, including marginalized groups, to incorporate their feedback into project strategies.
• Project Management : Oversee the application of GESI frameworks and tools in project execution, ensuring alignment with organizational goals.
• Monitoring & Evaluation : Develop GESI-specific indicators to track progress, assess impact, and provide recommendations for improvement.
• Capacity Building : Lead training initiatives to increase awareness and skills on GESI issues across teams and stakeholders.

Skills and Abilities :

• Deep understanding of GESI principles, frameworks, and methodologies, with the ability to apply them in real-world settings.
• Strong facilitation, presentation, and communication skills for engaging diverse stakeholders.
• Excellent project management skills with the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.
• Strong analytical abilities and experience developing and utilizing GESI-specific metrics.
• Ability to work independently, demonstrate initiative, and lead without needing constant supervision.
• Exceptional report-writing and documentation skills.

Qualifications & Experience

• Education : Masters degree in Gender Studies, Social Sciences, International Development, or related field.
• Experience : At least 7 years working in gender equality, social inclusion, or diversity and inclusion, with experience in multi-stakeholder project environments.
• Skills : Strong facilitation, communication, and project management skills. Ability to develop and apply GESI frameworks, and experience in monitoring and evaluating GESI outcomes.
• Personal Attributes : Commitment to advancing gender equality, strong interpersonal skills, and the ability to work independently in complex environments.

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