Gender Specialist

Support gender equality and women's empowerment in agriculture.

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Support gender equality and women's empowerment in agriculture.

You have:

Advanced university degree in gender, social sciences, rural sociology, agriculture economics, anthropology, rural development or other relevant disciplines.
One to four years of relevant experience for category C; five to nine years for category B in gender equality, gender mainstreaming and women’s empowerment especially in development contexts such as agriculture, climate change, or food security.
Full proficiency/Working knowledge of English (level C).
Limited knowledge (level B) of Arabic or French is an asset.
Experience working within the NENA region.
Experience in gender data analysis, research and documentation.

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Describe a time when you implemented a gender-transformative intervention in a project.	The interviewer wants to assess your practical experience and impact in gender-related work.	Provide specific examples detailing the context, your role, and the outcomes achieved.
How do you approach gender assessments for agricultural projects?	This question evaluates your methodology and understanding of gender issues in agriculture.	Pro members can see the explanation.
Can you provide an example of how you have contributed to capacity building for gender equality?	Pro members can see the explanation.	Pro members can see the explanation.
Explain how you would support FAO country offices to mainstream gender in their programs.	Pro members can see the explanation.	Pro members can see the explanation.
What strategies would you employ to promote gender-responsive policies in the region?	Pro members can see the explanation.	Pro members can see the explanation.
How do you keep up to date with developments in gender and rural empowerment?	Pro members can see the explanation.	Pro members can see the explanation.
Share your experience in working with diverse stakeholders in gender-related initiatives.	Pro members can see the explanation.	Pro members can see the explanation.
Describe a challenge you faced in implementing gender equality initiatives and how you overcame it.	Pro members can see the explanation.	Pro members can see the explanation.