Gender Officer at the Jesuit Refugee Service (JRS)

The Jesuit Refugee Service (JRS) is an international non-governmental organisation with a mission to accompany, serve, and advocate for the rights of refugees and forcibly displaced people. The organisation was founded in November 1980 and has a presence in over 50 countries. JRS undertakes services at national and regional levels with the support and guidance of an international office in Rome. The style of JRS service is human and spiritual, working in situations of greatest need, seeking the long-term wellbeing of refugees and displaced persons, while not neglecting their immediate or urgent needs. JRS offers opportunities to a wide variety of staff, local and international, while maintaining a realistic and localised scheme of salary/stipend, insurance, etc.

We are recruiting to fill the following positions below:

Job Title: Gender Officer

Location: Adamawa

Job Summary

• The Gender Officer plays a crucial role in promoting gender equality, diversity, and inclusion within the organization or project they are working for.
• This position is responsible for implementing and overseeing gender mainstreaming activities, ensuring that gender-related issues are addressed effectively, and contributing to the creation of an inclusive and equitable work environment.

Key Responsibilities
Gender Mainstreaming:

• Develop and implement strategies to integrate gender perspectives and considerations into all aspects of the organization's operations or project activities.
• Conduct gender assessments and analyze data to identify gender-specific challenges and opportunities.

Capacity Building:

• Provide training and awareness programs to staff and stakeholders on gender equality and related issues.
• Support the development of gender-sensitive policies and procedures.

Monitoring and Evaluation:

• Develop and implement gender-sensitive monitoring and evaluation frameworks.
• Regularly collect and analyze gender-disaggregated data to track progress and inform decision-making.

Advocacy and Collaboration:

• Advocate for gender equality and inclusion both within the organization and in external partnerships.
• Collaborate with relevant organizations and agencies to promote gender-related initiatives.

Support for Vulnerable Groups:

• Develop and implement programs to address the specific needs of vulnerable and marginalized groups, such as women and children
• Ensure that gender-based violence prevention and response mechanisms are in place.

Reporting:

• Prepare regular reports on gender-related activities, progress, and outcomes.
• Provide input into funding proposals and grant applications related to gender initiatives.

Research and Analysis:

• Stay informed about current gender-related trends, policies, and best practices.
• Conduct research and analysis on gender issues as needed.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or Master's Degree in Gender Studies, Social Sciences, International Development, or a related field.
• Proven experience working on gender-related projects or initiatives.
• Strong knowledge of gender analysis tools and methodologies.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work effectively in a team and with diverse stakeholders.
• Sensitivity to cultural and social dynamics related to gender issues.
• Commitment to promoting gender equality and social justice.

Application Closing Date
18th October, 2023.