Gender and Protection Officer at Pampam Development Initiative

Responsibilities
The Gender and Protection Officer is expected to undertake the following duties:
Gender Mainstreaming and Advocacy:

• Advise on gender-related questions and issues, ensuring that gender considerations are integrated into project activities.
• Promote gender equality and women’s empowerment within the project context.

Capacity Building and Training:

• Build the capacity of project staff and partners to deliver gender-responsive work.
• Provide training and guidance on gender mainstreaming and protection principles.

Policy and Strategy Development:

• Contribute to the development of policies and procedures related to gender acceptance and protection.
• Establish guidelines for addressing gender-based violence (GBV) and ensuring the safety of vulnerable populations.

Monitoring and Reporting:

• Regularly monitor project activities to assess their impact on gender equality and protection.
• Provide activity reports, including field photos, to the Program Manager (PM) after each session

Confidentiality and Data Management:

• Handle confidential information responsibly, limiting access to immediate team members.
• Ensure compliance with data protection protocols and maintain the confidentiality of sensitive data.

Advocacy and Representation:

• Represent the project in meetings and external fora related to gender, protection, and social inclusion.
• Engage with government, civil society, and international organizations to advance gender-related goals in line with the PDI values.

Requirements

• Candidates should possess Bachelor's Degree with 2 - 3 years relevant work experience.