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Deployable Gender-Based Violence And Gender In Emergencies Specialist

Plan International

full time Nairobi Posted 16 hours ago

About You

We’re looking for a specialist who brings:

  • Significant experience in GBV programming (especially for children) in humanitarian contexts

  • Strong expertise in gender analysis and addressing inequality in emergencies

  • Experience working with UN agencies, INGOs, NGOs, or inter-agency systems

  • Proven ability to engage in cluster coordination and inter-agency collaboration

  • Solid track record in capacity building and mentoring

  • Strong analytical, communication, and writing skills

  • Ability to work independently in high-pressure and complex environments

  • Fluency in English and working proficiency in French (Spanish/Arabic an asset)

Technical Leadership & Programme Support**

  • Lead and strengthen GBV programming, particularly for child and adolescent survivors

  • Ensure gender is mainstreamed across all humanitarian programmes

  • Provide expert guidance aligned with global standards (IASC, GBV Minimum Standards, Sphere, PSEA)

Analysis & Emergency Response****

  • Conduct Rapid Gender Analysis (RGA) in acute emergencies

  • Contribute to multi-sectoral needs assessments

  • Advise senior leadership on gender-responsive programming

Capacity Strengthening****

  • Train, coach, and mentor staff and partners

  • Strengthen local capacity, especially women- and girls-led organisations

Representation & Coordination****

  • Represent Plan International in GBV and Gender clusters and working groups

  • Build strong relationships with UN agencies, donors, and partners

Programme Development & Influencing****

  • Support proposal development and ensure strong gender integration

  • Contribute to advocacy, policy, and influencing efforts

  • Strengthen Plan’s global profile in gender equality in emergencies

Learning & Accountability**

  • Document lessons learned and best practices

  • Support Accountability to Affected Populations (AAP)

  • Promote meaningful participation of girls and women in programmes