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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