Gender Equality Officer

Mid Leadership

Overview

Support implementation of GBV/PSEA Action Plan across project districts.

You have:

• First degree in International Relations, Social Sciences, Human Rights, Gender Studies or other relevant disciplines with two (2) years of relevant professional experience is required.
• Master’s Degree in International Relations, Social Sciences, Human Rights, Gender Studies or other relevant disciplines is an asset.
• A minimum of two (2) years of relevant work experience in GBV/PSEA programming, project implementation, monitoring and reporting is required.
• Previous experience in a humanitarian or development project in UN system will be an advantage.
• Fluency in written, reading and spoken English is required.
• Fluency in written, reading and spoken Portuguese is required.
• Knowledge of local languages of Northern Mozambique (Emacua, Kimuane, Ximakonde, Kiswahili) will be an advantage.

Contract

This is a LICA Specialist-8 contract. This kind of contract is known as Local Individual Contractor Agreements. It is normally only for nationals. It's an external contract. It usually requires 0 years of experience, depending on education. More about LICA Specialist-8 contracts.

Background Information - Job-specific

Background: UNOPS

The United Nations Office for Project Services (UNOPS) is an operational arm of the United Nations, supporting the successful implementation of its partners' peacebuilding, humanitarian and development projects around the world. UNOPS supports partners to build a better future by providing services that increase the efficiency, effectiveness and sustainability of peace building, humanitarian and development projects. Mandated as a central resource of the United Nations, UNOPS provides sustainable project management, procurement and infrastructure services to a wide range of governments, donors and United Nations organizations.

Project Background

Project - NCRP (Mozambique Northern Crisis Recovery Project)

The project ‘Mozambique Northern Crisis Recovery Project is based in and around the City of Pemba in Cabo Delgado Province supporting the IDPs living in 20 relocation sites and returnees to the northern districts of Cabo Delgado. The project supports both IDPs and host communities. The project comprises 4 main components:

Component 1: Social Cohesion and Resilience to conflict through psychosocial social support and community peace building; and enhancing State-society trust and confidence.

Component 2: Livelihoods and economic strengthening through provision of agriculture and fisheries inputs, cash for work programs for youth and women and the provision of kits for micro and small business development; and training on entrepreneurship and business management.

Component 3: the restoration of basic services, small works for agriculture production, education and health Infrastructure and the construction or rehabilitation of school and health infrastructure and community services and amenities in temporary and relocation sites, host communities and the recently liberated districts in the northern part of Cabo Delgado.

Component 4: project implementation, financial management, procurement, safeguards, reporting, and monitoring and evaluation.

The project is implemented in collaboration with government authorities and is guided by the programme guidelines provided by the World bank as the funding source.

The project team is expected to contain management staff, safeguards and monitoring and evaluation staff and infrastructure staff and will require significant stakeholder and partner coordination and management.

Job Specific

UNOPS has a series of Environmental & Social safeguards instruments to ensure that the Project is in compliance with the World Bank’s Environmental and Social Framework (ESF). Instruments include an Environmental and Social Management Framework (ESMF); Labor Management Procedures (LMP); a Resettlement Policy Framework (RPF); a Stakeholder Engagement Plan (SEP); and a Gender Based Violence/ Protection from Sexual Exploitation and Abuse (GBV/PSEA) Action Plan, among others. The Project’s GBV/PSEA Action Plan includes a plan for sensitization and awareness raising of all project workers as well as community members on GBV/SEA; the signing of Code of Conducts as a risk mitigation measure; the mapping and development of partnerships with identified GBV service providers; as reporting and response framework; as well as an accountability framework, including referral pathways development for each project implementation site. The GBV/PSEA Action Plan also includes other measures to mainstream the gender approach across all the project components.

UNOPS will require a GBV/Gender Equality Officr to work as part of the Social Cohesion Team to assist the GBV/PSEA Specialist in the implementation of the entire GBV/PSEA Action Plan across all the target districts of NCRP south and north, including assistance with GBV cases that are reported through the Project’s Grievance Redress Mechanisms. The latter will be implemented in close collaboration with the Safeguards Team of the project.

UNOPS -Mozambique Office is recruiting this position through an Emergency Procurement Process (****EPP).

Functional Responsibilities

• Support the GBV/PSEA Specialist to roll out the implementation of the Project’s GBV/PSEA Action Plan in close consultation with the government and implementing partners;
• Report on all activities related to the GBV/PSEA Action Plan;
• Monitor IPs regarding the implementation of the GBV/SEA Action Plan and the activities related to the Social Services work package;
• Oversee, monitor and report on GBV/PSEA related indicators in the E&S safeguards instruments;
• Undertake follow-up monitoring to ensure that proposed GBV/PSEA mitigation measures are implemented according to the E&S safeguards instruments and the GBV/SEA Action Plan by all stakeholders engaged in NCRP implementation;
• Conduct supervision and monitoring field visits to sites, where applicable;
• Assist on developing and delivering a series of spot checks to ensure mitigation measures are properly implemented in line with the guidelines;
• Contribute to general project reporting requirements;
• Ensure that all project workers understand and sign a Code of Conduct;
• Maintain an up to date map / list of all GBV service providers in the Project area;
• Establish and maintain partnerships with all GBV Service Providers in the Project area and refer affected parties as relevant;
• Handle additional assignments as directed by the Supervisor.

Project Monitoring and Reporting:

• Monitor the GBV/PSEA - related activities implemented in all NCRP sites and report to the GBV/SEA Specialist accordingly;
• Provide substantive inputs to assist the GBV/PSEA Specialist in the preparation of project reports and documents;
• Maintain records of project files and other supporting documents on the shared drive as per the organization guideline for record keeping;
• Enter data into the offline project (risk, lessons and issues management excel sheets) to be captured as part of the GBV/PSEA CheckPoint Reports;
• Support on the compilation, consolidation and analysis of relevant data for regular Unit reports and stage plans;
• On behalf of the GBV/PSEA Specialist, participate in periodic visits to the project sites within Mozambique to review compliance with recognized procedures;
• Take minutes of regular meetings with the Implementing Partners WB, GBV AoR and PSEA network and follow up on action points;
• Any other related tasks assigned by the Supervisor

Project Implementation:

• Support the Social Cohesion component & Gender Based Violence/ Sexual Exploitation and Abuse Specialist in ensuring UNOPS Policies and Procedures, PSEA Rules and Regulations are adhered to for efficient project implementation and progress;
• Monitor the unit work plan and alert the GBV/SEA Specialist on activity end dates and reporting requirements of the component;
• Facilitate information flows and keep records of all relevant information and communication (internal and external) in the Unit’s Google drive under the project-level drive;.
• Collaborate closely with case management teams psychosocial workers to ensure that case management reflects protection principles and provide survivor -centered options;
• Follow up with IPs to ensure that GBV/PSEA specific cases are receiving quality services according to the human right principles and guidelines from point-of-contact until discharge of survivor;
• Ensure that multi-sectoral services delivered by implementing partners are run according to minimum standards, best practices regarding the GBV/PSEA issues;
• Assist in working with the women safe spaces/centers assistant and the communities in developing and disseminating service availability messages.

Knowledge Management and Innovation:

• Support the compilation of lessons learned regarding the GBV/SEA issues;
• Contribute to the dissemination and sharing of best practices and lessons learned;
• Maintain records of project files and activity reports, soft and hard copy where required;

Impact of Results

The effective and successful achievement of results by the Gender Equality Officer directly affects the overall efficiency of the individual team’s provision of project services, impacting the office’s capacity to efficiently and effectively implement the GBV/PSEA Action Plan of the project. Timely and accountable delivery of services, ensures client satisfaction and promotes the ability of UNOPS to combat all forms of discrimination against women and girls and credibility of the team and office as an effective service provider in project services and management. This enhances UNOPS’ competitive position as a partner of choice in sustainable development and project services in the country/region served.

Education/Experience/Language requirements

Education

• First degree in International Relations, Social Sciences, Human Rights, Gender Studies or other relevant disciplines with two (2) years of relevant professional experience is required;
• Master’s Degree in International Relations, Social Sciences, Human Rights, Gender Studies or other relevant disciplines is an asset.

Experience - A minimum of two (2) years of relevant work experience in GBV/PSEA programming, project implementation, monitoring and reporting is required. - Previous experience in a humanitarian or development project in UN system will be an advantage. - Experience/knowledge of web-based applications and Google Suite products, especially google forms, sheets, docs and slides is an asset;. - Ability to meet tight deadlines and work independently without supervision is an asset.

Language - Fluency in written, reading and spoken English is required; - Fluency in written, reading and spoken Portuguese is required; - Knowledge of local languages of Northern Mozambique (Emacua, Kimuane, Ximakonde, Kiswahili) will be an advantage.

Competencies

Treats all individuals with respect; responds sensitively to differences and encourages others to do the same. Upholds organizational and ethical norms. Maintains high standards of trustworthiness. Role model for diversity and inclusion.

Acts as a positive role model contributing to the team spirit. Collaborates and supports the development of others. For people managers only: Acts as positive leadership role model, motivates, directs and inspires others to succeed, utilizing appropriate leadership styles. Demonstrates understanding of the impact of own role on all partners and always puts the end beneficiary first. Builds and maintains strong external relationships and is a competent partner for others (if relevant to the role). Efficiently establishes an appropriate course of action for self and/or others to accomplish a goal. Actions lead to total task accomplishment through concern for quality in all areas. Sees opportunities and takes the initiative to act on them. Understands that responsible use of resources maximizes our impact on our beneficiaries. Open to change and flexible in a fast paced environment. Effectively adapts own approach to suit changing circumstances or requirements. Reflects on experiences and modifies own behavior. Performance is consistent, even under pressure. Always pursues continuous improvements. Evaluates data and courses of action to reach logical, pragmatic decisions. Takes an unbiased, rational approach with calculated risks. Applies innovation and creativity to problem-solving. Expresses ideas or facts in a clear, concise and open manner. Communication indicates a consideration for the feelings and needs of others. Actively listens and proactively shares knowledge. Handles conflict effectively, by overcoming differences of opinion and finding common ground.

Contract type, level and duration

1. Contract type; Local Individual Contractor Agreement (LICA)
2. Contract level: LICA 8 (ICS 8)
3. Contract duration: Open-ended, subject to organizational requirements, availability of funds and satisfactory performance.

For more details about the ICA contractual modality, please follow this link: https://www.unops.org/english/Opportunities/job-opportunities/what-we-offer/Pages/Individual-Contractor-Agreements.aspx

Additional Information

• Please note that UNOPS does not accept unsolicited resumes.
• Applications received after the closing date will not be considered.
• Please note that only shortlisted candidates will be contacted and advance to the next stage of the selection process, which involves various assessments.
• UNOPS embraces diversity and is committed to equal employment opportunity. Our workforce consists of many diverse nationalities, cultures, languages, races, gender identities, sexual orientations, and abilities. UNOPS seeks to sustain and strengthen this diversity to ensure equal opportunities as well as an inclusive working environment for its entire workforce.
• Qualified women and candidates from groups which are underrepresented in the UNOPS workforce are encouraged to apply. These include in particular candidates from racialized and/or indigenous groups, members of minority gender identities and sexual orientations, and people with disabilities.
• We would like to ensure all candidates perform at their best during the assessment process. If you are shortlisted and require additional assistance to complete any assessment, including reasonable accommodation, please inform our human resources team when you receive an invitation.

This is a local position. As such, it is only open to Mozambique Nationals only This position is based in a non family duty station Terms and Conditions

• For staff positions only, UNOPS reserves the right to appoint a candidate at a lower level than the advertised level of the post.
• For retainer contracts, you must complete a few Mandatory Courses (they take around 4 hours to complete) in your own time, before providing services to UNOPS. For more information on a retainer contract here.
• All UNOPS personnel are responsible for performing their duties in accordance with the UN Charter and UNOPS Policies and Instructions, as well as other relevant accountability frameworks. In addition, all personnel must demonstrate an understanding of the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) in a manner consistent with UN core values and the UN Common Agenda.
• It is the policy of UNOPS to conduct background checks on all potential personnel. Recruitment in UNOPS is contingent on the results of such checks.

Background information - AFR

Africa Region

Based in Copenhagen, Denmark, the Africa Region supports UNOPS country offices in the region, providing financial oversight of projects, procuring goods and services and managing human resources. AFR helps ensure that projects are executed to the highest standards, providing a shared knowledge base and ensuring that best practices and lessons learned are disseminated between projects across the entire region.

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