Gender Justice Program Officer

Job Description

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Gender Justice Program Officer

Fixed Term – One Year

40 hrs. per week (100%)

Estimated start date: ASAP

Based in Gaza

Oxfam is a global movement of people working together to end the injustice of poverty.

We are an international confederation of 19 organizations (affiliates) working together with partners and local communities in the areas of humanitarian, development and campaigning, in more than 90 countries.

All our work is led by three core values: Empowerment, Accountability, Inclusiveness. To read more about our values please click here

Oxfam is committed to preventing any type of unwanted behavior at work including sexual harassment, exploitation and abuse, lack of integrity and financial misconduct; and committed to promoting the welfare of children, young people and adults. Oxfam expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment through our code of conduct. We place a high priority on ensuring that only those who share and demonstrate our values are recruited to work for us.

The Role

Oxfam Novib in OPTI is looking for a Gender Justice Program Officer based in Gaza to contribute towards achieving Oxfam’s Occupied Palestinian Territory and Israel (OPTI) Country Strategy objectives, and achieving the Gender Justice Programme strategy under Oxfam’s Gender Justice programme.

Job Requirements

What we are looking for

We are looking for someone who has:

Advanced academic degree in development studies, social sciences, law or related field, specialization in gender and/or Women’s studies.
At least 5 years of work experience in the field of development & humanitarian cooperation preferably with an I/NGO in similar contexts;
At least 3 years of work experience in Gender Justice programmes/projects.
Extensive knowledge on SRHR.
Knowledge of the context in OPTI, more specifically civil society context and space.
Commitment to a rights-based approach and gender equality, women's rights and feminist thought.
Solid understanding of gender concepts and latest developments in Gender Justice policy and practice and proven experience in using different gender analysis frameworks and tools, and different tools related to SRHR.;
Experience in organizational analysis & partnership with local civil society organizations, grant management, program development and monitoring, evaluation and learning to support development programs.
Extensive experience (at least 3 years) with donor contract management with complex coordination and reporting structures/processes
Experience and knowledge on SRHR in conflict and crisis affected contexts.
Demonstrated ability to manage workflows and balance competing priorities
Proven experience of successful capacity building
Excellent verbal and written communication skills
Excellent level of spoken and written in English and Arabic.
Experience and knowledge on gender in conflict and crisis affected contexts.
Excellent social skills and demonstrated ability to be a team player
Ability to work in multi-cultural team
Travel to the West Bank.

Desirable

Knowledgeable about the key issues in the Israeli-Palestinian conflict with particularly on its impact on women’s rights and gender justice.
Knowledge and experience of Oxfam’s programme work and approaches
Knowledge of partner assessments and management
Knowledge of International Humanitarian Law and Human Rights
Experience in gender mainstreaming and accountability of gender in emergencies;
Experience in Gender Mainstreaming throughout the programme cycle
Strategic vision and analytical capacity.
Ability to influence and liaise effectively with key stakeholders and represent in high profile environments.
Skills in Word, Excel, Power Point, social networks

Key Attributes:

Ability to demonstrate sensitivity to cultural differences and gender issues, as well as the commitment to equal opportunities.
Ability to demonstrate an openness and willingness to learn about the application of gender/gender mainstreaming, women’s rights, and diversity for all aspects of development work.
Commitment to Oxfam’s safeguarding policies to ensure all people who come into contact with Oxfam are as safe as possible.

What we offer

The employee will be contracted by Oxfam with a competitive, fair and comprehensive pay and benefits package that is justifiable to our donors. Salary range 107,376 – 168,662 ILS gross per annum, for a 40 hour contract. Salary offered will be subject to funding available and competences.

Job Details

Job Title Gender Justice Program Officer

Deadline 11 - Aug - 2021

Location Gaza Strip

Job Type Full time

Position Level Mid Career

Salary 107,376 – 168,662 ILS

Degree Master's degree

Experience 5 Years

Category Other legal

Application Instructions

Interested candidates can apply for the job application by clicking Here by no later than 11th August 2021.

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