Gender Equality And Social Inclusion Advisor

Gender Equality And Social Inclusion Advisor

Location
Kigali, Rwanda
Duration
12 months
Language of work
French
Format
International

In Rwanda, CECI supports the economic empowerment of vulnerable women: farmers and breeders, heads of household and young mothers, those living in refugee camps or involved in cross-border trade. Although considerable progress has been made towards gender equality in Rwanda, especially at the political level, the situation of women in at the household level requires effort. CECI volunteers work in collaboration with civil society organizations to improve women's economic opportunities. In collaboration with women's rights organizations, volunteers also support the creation of an enabling environment for gender equality.

Partner organisation

INGABO Syndicate est une organisation fondée par des agriculteur·rice·s, dédiée au plaidoyer, à la défense de leurs intérêts, au renforcement de leurs compétences et à l’amélioration de la production agricole. Cofondatrice de la Fédération des Agriculteur·rice·s d’Afrique de l’Est (EAFF) et membre de l’Organisation Mondiale des Agriculteur·rice·s (WFO), INGABO vise à rendre les producteur·rice·s agricoles compétitif·ve·s sur le marché et à promouvoir une révolution des compétences grâce à la technologie et à l’innovation. --------------- INGABO Syndicate is an organization founded by farmers, dedicated to advocacy, the defense of their interests, capacity building, and the improvement of agricultural production. A co-founder of the Eastern Africa Farmers Federation (EAFF) and a member of the World Farmers’ Organisation (WFO), INGABO aims to make agricultural producers competitive in the marketplace and to promote a skills revolution through technology and innovation.

Functions

  • The primary partner organization (under contract) for this assignment is INGABO SYNDICATE but the volunteer will also support other partner organizations, including, but not limited to Rwanda Youth in Agribusiness Forum (RYAF) and Umuryango Nyarwanda w'Abagore bafite Ubumuga (UNABU).
  • In collaboration with the partner organizations, develop tools that promote gender equality and women's empowerment, including educational resources, training materials, and capacity-building programs aimed at fostering gender equality across various domains.  
  • Support the organizations of training sessions and train the teams and members to ensure the effective dissemination of gender equality principles and practices within the cluster.  
  • Assist the partner organizations in incorporating gender equality into its programs and activities.  
  • Support the partner organization in designing innovative strategies and programs aimed at promoting gender equality, with a particular focus on empowering women and young women within those organizations.  
  • Organize training sessions and awareness campaigns for the staff of partner organizations, community members, and other stakeholders to foster a deep understanding of gender-related issues.  
  • Play an active role in CECI's Gender and Equality Community of Practice by organizing training, sharing, and learning sessions at both national and regional levels.
  • Contribute to the integration of gender perspectives into programs and initiatives implemented by partners, including policies and various developed strategies and tools.  
  • Support partner organizations in establishing monitoring and evaluation mechanisms to measure the impact of gender equality initiatives and adjust existing intervention approaches.  
  • Actively collaborate with external partners, women's rights organizations, and other key stakeholders to strengthen efforts toward gender equality.  
  • Encourage and mobilize the staff of partner organizations to promote gender equality and women's rights by participating in the development of an inclusive and equitable organizational culture.  
  • Take into account gender equality, rights and diversity in all activities, with particular emphasis on the participation and representation of women and young women in all activities.  
  • Integrate environmental issues and climate change adaptation in all activities.  
  • Make sure to respect, at all times, the organization's guides, manuals, guidelines or instructions related to security and safety.  
  • Take the necessary means to ensure your own security, namely by establishing an individual risk mitigation plan in your place of assignment.  
  • Participate in communication activities designed to share your volunteering experience with those around you and raise awareness of international solidarity issues.  
  • Organize or support a fundraising event to contribute to community efforts in collaboration with local partner organizations. You will have access to the necessary tools and the support of a resource person throughout your mandate.  
  • Write the reports required by the partner organization and the CECI program.  

Required skills

  • Hold a degree in gender and/or women’s studies, feminist studies.  
  • Have a deep understanding of theoretical and practical concepts and issues related to gender equality and inclusion.  
  • Have experience working with different organizations/institutions on gender integration and mainstreaming, as well as the development of associated tools.  
  • Understand social dynamics and gender inequalities.  
  • Be able to contextualize gender equality work within the framework of development projects.  
  • Have the ability to adapt to various situations and adjust approaches based on local needs and realities.  
  • Possess excellent communication and training skills.  
  • Be fluent in French or English; knowledge of English is an asset.  

Benefits and Support

  • Support and guidance prior to departure and while on assignment in the country.
  • Participation in a pre-assignment training where you will have the opportunity to learn about CECI and gain practical skills for working in international cooperation.
  • Return flights and visas.
  • Cost of required country specific vaccinations and antimalarials approved by CECI.
  • Health Insurance.
  • A tax-free living allowance in Canada is provided to support an adequate standard of living.
  • An accommodation allowance that provides access to adequate housing.
  • A unique and rewarding work experience!
CECI is an employer that values diversity and respects employment equity. People from the following groups are encouraged to apply: Indigenous peoples, visible minorities, people living with disabilities, and people of all sexual orientations and gender identities.

Le parcours d’une personne volontaire

Pré-mandat

Une fois la candidature retenue

Avant de commencer votre mandat, vous êtes accompagné-e pour bien vous préparer :

  • Formation pré-affectation pour comprendre le CECI et développer vos compétences pour le volontariat international
  • Organisation pratique : visas et permis de travail, vaccins, assurance santé, logistique de voyage
  • Collecte de fonds et engagement du public (si applicable)
Mandat

Pendant votre affectation, vous êtes intégré-e et soutenu-e par les organisations partenaires :

  • Orientation à l’arrivée dans le pays ou dans le cadre du mandat virtuel
  • Collaboration étroite avec lesorganisations partenaires et participation aux activités prévues dans le mandat
  • Activité d’engagement du public à débuter
  • Suivi continu, accompagnement et mesures de sécurité assurées par l’équipe du CECI
  • Mise en pratique de vos compétences professionnelles pour appuyer des initiatives locales.
Post-mandat

Après la fin de votre mandat, vous poursuivez votre engagement et capitalisez sur votre expérience :

  • Retour au Canada et bilan individuel
  • Activité d’engagement du public à compléter
  • Engagement dans le réseau des ancien-ne-s volontaires
  • Opportunités de partage d’expériences, mentorat et participation à des activités du CECI

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Notice

Following recent changes to the Government of Canada’s international travel advice, CECI will gradually resume international volunteer deployments. Express your interest by applying on our available positions. Conditions related to the resumption of international mobilization will follow shortly.

We are always looking for Canadian citizens or permanent residents living in one of the countries where our programs are implemented. If this is your case, please send us your application!

*NEW* We now offer remote volunteering positions! If you are a Canadian citizen or permanent resident and are available to provide support for 5 to 35 hours per week to one of our partner organizations, you can now do remote volunteer assignment from Canada. Consult the list of available positions!