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  • Posted: Aug 13, 2025
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  • With a population of over 150 million people, Nigeria is the most populous country in Africa. Political unrest, poor governance and corruption have led to decades of water shortages, while the population has increased rapidly. Though there is surface and ground water, rapid population growth, particularly in urban areas, has not been supported with addition...
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    Gender Equality and Social Inclusion Specialist

    About the Role

    • The Gender Equality & Social Inclusion (GESI) Specialist is a critical role within WaterAid Nigeria's Country Programme, reporting to the Head of Programmes.
    • The position is responsible for ensuring the integration of gender equity and social inclusion principles across all aspects of WaterAid Nigeria's work.
    • This includes strategic leadership in designing, implementing, and evaluating WASH programs that address the structural and systemic barriers to equitable access for marginalized and vulnerable populations.

    In this role, you will be expected to:

    • Lead in determining the technical objectives relating to Gender and Social Inclusion and how they are delivered and achieved.
    • You will be held accountable for the integrity and effective delivery of the technical advice and services.
    • You are seen as a thematic authority and are expected to effectively handle the most challenging technical assignments.
    • With a strong understanding of organisational approaches, dynamics and ways of working,
    • You are expected to bridge gaps and siloes, proactively establishing and maintaining relationships with colleagues across WaterAid and beyond and facilitating joined-up and comprehensive efforts to advance WaterAid's programming globally.

    Requirements

    To be successful, you'll need:

    • A relevant post-Graduate degree or equivalent work experience, for example master's degree in gender studies, women's studies, sociology, international
    • development, or a related field required. With at least 7 years of experience at management level on gender and development
    • Demonstrable understanding of GESI dynamics in Nigeria context, including understanding of relevant frameworks and experience in working on social norms and attitudinal changes required to make progress on gender and equity.
    • Proven track record in business development, including leading bid opportunities and technical writing, alongside experience presenting technical content to external audiences and working on diversity, equity, and inclusion initiatives.
    • Strong writing ability in English. Experienced in producing practical knowledge products targeting needs of diverse audiences.
    • Proficiency in project management, including the ability to plan and coordinate, gender-focused initiatives.

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    Interested and qualified? Go to WaterAid on apply.workable.com to apply

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