Gender and Inclusion Expert at Idmibok International (360 HSDC)

Job Overview

• We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Gender, GBV, and Inclusion Expert to join our public health team. The ideal candidate will possess expertise and guidance on gender-based violence (GBV) prevention, case identification, response activities, and promoting inclusion within a specific program. Familiarity with Nigerian socio-cultural norms and structures is essential.
• The candidate should also have knowledge of USAID and PEPFAR gender policies and strategies.
• The expert will support program improvement, develop action plans, engage with stakeholders, and contribute to policy development.
• Excellent interpersonal skills and cultural sensitivity are crucial for successful collaboration with USAID, implementing partners, government officials, civil society partners, and other stakeholders.
• This program will be implemented in 26 states across Nigeria.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Develop custom indicators to monitor GBV prevention, case identification, and response activities within the program.
• Utilize data collected through monitoring to facilitate program improvement and enhance outcomes.
• Develop an Action Plan to address any identified gaps in GBV prevention and response activities.
• Support the implementation of the Action Plan by providing technical assistance and guidance to the implementing partners (IPs).
• Review the delivery of curricula related to gender and community norms change.
• Provide recommendations for improvement and ensure alignment with program objectives.
• Improve the linkages between community-based HIV and GBV prevention interventions and clinical post-GBV care services.
• Identify opportunities for collaboration and integration to ensure comprehensive support for survivors of GBV.
• Engage with national and state-level stakeholders in developing gender and GBV policies, guidelines, and tools, as appropriate.
• Support the activities of the Federal Ministry of Women Affairs, particularly in the establishment of the state GBV dashboard.
• Develop a specific Technical Assistance Plan to address the needs and capacity gaps of key implementing partners (IPs).
• Provide tailored technical assistance to IPs, including training, mentoring, and capacity-building activities.
• Prepare and submit a final report that includes detailed recommendations and best practices based on the findings and lessons learned during the program implementation.

Qualifications and Requirements

• Advanced Degree in Gender Studies, Social Sciences, Public Health, or a related field with at least 5 years experience
• Proven expertise and experience in gender-based violence (GBV) prevention and response, including the use of custom indicators.
• Strong knowledge of gender and inclusion issues, particularly within the context of development programs.
• Experience in developing action plans and providing technical assistance for program improvement.
• Understanding of the linkages between community-based interventions and postGBV care services.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to engage with stakeholders at national and state levels.
• Knowledge of policy development processes and experience in contributing to policy formulation.
• Ability to provide targeted technical assistance and capacity-building support to implementing partners.