Gender equality and women’s leadership empowerment advisor

Gender equality and women’s leadership empowerment advisor

Location
Kigali, Rwanda
Duration
12 months
Language of work
English
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

Le Réseau des Femmes Leaders Africaines (AWLN) est une composante du Conseil National des Femmes du Rwanda. Sa mission principale est de servir de plateforme unificatrice pour les femmes leaders. L’AWLN se consacre à faciliter l’apprentissage entre pairs, tant vertical qu’horizontal, à fournir un soutien essentiel et à offrir des opportunités de mentorat aux jeunes femmes dans divers domaines de leadership, notamment la politique, l’entrepreneuriat et l’engagement communautaire.

Functions

The primary partner organization for this assignment is the National Women’s Council, however, the volunteer will also support other partner organizations, including, but not limited to, the University of Kigali.

  • Support the creation and facilitation of women’s and community networks, promoting collaboration and peer learning. 

  • Assist in awareness campaigns on women’s rights, gender equality, and civic participation to promote inclusive leadership and social transformation. 

  • Document and share inspiring leadership models and success stories to motivate and encourage more women to engage in leadership and community initiatives. 

  • Contribute to the development and implementation of AWLN operational plans, monitoring progress, and assessing the effectiveness of interventions in line with the network’s goals. 

  • Provide technical input for the implementation of action plans developed by the Women and Girls Commission and propose initiatives that empower women and girls. 

  • Work with University of Kigali to strengthen strategies fostering innovative and impactful initiatives for women and girl entrepreneurs. 

  • Support to build and nurture partnerships with women’s organizations and networks to exchange knowledge, share best practices, and co-develop effective programs. 

  • Contribute to establishing mechanisms for strategic collaboration with government, private sector, and civil society partners to enhance synergies and maximize the impact of AWLN interventions. 

  • Systematically integrate gender equality, human rights, and diversity approaches into all activities, ensuring the participation and representation of women and young women throughout all initiatives.

  • 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. 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

  • A degree in Social Science, Social Work, Development Studies, Gender Studies, Business Administration, Project Management, Law, or other related fields. 

  • A minimum of 5 years of experience in Gender, Project Management, Development, or related field. 

  • Experience in project proposal development, fundraising, and diversity and inclusion is a plus. Previous experience working in an international context is also considered an asset. 

  • Fluency in oral and written English is required for this position. 

  • Knowledge of French would be considered an additional 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 is provided to support an adequate standard of living and housing in your country of assignment.

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

Want to be part of the change?

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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!