Gender and Youth Specialist

Job Description
Project: West Bank & Gaza SMART Project
Expected start and end date:  November 2021 – end of project
Level of effort: Full-time
Location: Ramallah, Palestine
 
Background
The Small and Medium Enterprise Assistance for Recovery and Transition (SMART) project is a four year, USAID funded program implemented by DAI.  SMART aims to rapidly recover Palestinian small and medium enterprises (SMEs) and put them on a path to revitalization following unprecedented crises e.g., COVID-19. SMART will help SMEs regain productivity, grow, and expand. It will promote economic growth and self-reliance in the West Bank and Gaza.
 
Purpose
The Gender and Youth Specialist will research, facilitate, and assist in the design and implementation of matters related to gender and youth programming under SMART.  S/he will work closely with the SMART Deputy Chief of Party and team members to successfully support the design and implementation of a gender and youth focused strategy for implementation.
 
Responsibilities
  • Support the coordination for the initial gathering and analyzing of gender and youth data and help to conduct programmed surveys and assessments among targeted groups.
  • Develop verifiable indicators to monitor the impact of the SMART program on women and youth businesses and participants.
  • Participate in the design of evolving program activities, in order to ensure that any relevant women and youth issues are addressed and that women and youth are included in the dialogue for better activities planning.
  • Provide written periodic progress reports to the Deputy Chief of Party on the gender program.
  • Act as an advocate for women’s and youth’s participation through frequent dialogue with program staff, women/youth clients, and government officials, as assigned.
  • Organize periodic seminars on current women’s and youth’s issues as directed.
  • Coordinate recruitment efforts for short-term gender and youth assistance, as needed.
  • Ensure strong coordination and collaboration with other USAID funded activities working with women and youth populations. 
  • Assist with preparing gender and youth results analysis for quarterly and annual reports.  
  • Spearhead production of success stories related to women and youth activities including writing and taking high quality photos at events.

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Job Requirements
EDUCATION
  • Minimum of Bachelor’s Degree in Business, Economics or related field; or equivalent years of work experience. 
WORK EXPERIENCE
  • At least 6 years’  experience in supporting women-owned businesses, women/youth advocacy, youth skills development, or other relevant work experience.
  • Prior experience designing interventions or activities specific to supporting economic potential and development of women/youth entrepreneurs and/or disadvantaged populations
  • Experience researching gender mainstreaming, household income, youth development, or social safety net best practices preferred
 
SKILLS & KNOWLEDGE
  • Excellent written and spoken English
  • Strong tracking and reporting skills with attention to details.
  • High level of interpersonal and diplomatic skills required.
  • Ability to maintain and build strong professional relationships with a wide range of beneficiaries and organizations.
 
Reporting
The Gender and Youth Specialist will report to the Deputy Chief of Party.
Job Details
Job Title Gender and Youth Specialist
Deadline 05 - Oct - 2021
Location Ramallah
Job Type Full time
Position Level Mid Career
Salary N/A
Degree Bachelor's degree
Experience 6 Years
Application Instructions

To Apply:  If you would like to be part of a dynamic project team and are interested in submitting your CV for consideration, please apply through the following link:

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Individual position postings including job description and qualifications sought can be viewed at the link provided. Only shortlisted applicants will be contacted for additional information.  All applications must be received no later than October 5, 2021.

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