Gender Equality and Social Inclusion Advisor

If you are passionate about this opportunity and dedicated to supporting others, this role is perfect for you!

As a Gender Equality and Social Inclusion Advisor, you will collaborate with the Hiwot Ethiopia team based in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia.

The primary aim of this position is to facilitate the integration and mainstreaming of gender equality and social inclusion principles throughout Hiwot Ethiopia’s programs and operations. The goal is to enhance the organization's capacity in conducting gender audits and analyses, developing gender policies, designing and implementing gender-sensitive projects, tracking data, and fostering knowledge creation and sharing.

Apply today and let’s make a positive impact together!

• A Bachelor's Degree in Gender Studies, Sociology, Social Development, International Development, Public Policy, Economics, Human Rights, or a related social science with a focus on gender is required. A Master's degree is considered an asset.

• Lead gender and social inclusion initiatives to promote equality within the organization.
• Provide technical assistance and capacity-building to staff and partners on gender-responsive strategies and inclusion.
• Conduct gender audits, update policies, and ensure integration across operations and project proposals.
• Support resource mobilization for gender-sensitive projects and collaborate with MenEngage Ethiopia and safeguarding teams.
• Oversee data tracking and mapping of civil society organizations involved in safeguarding efforts.
• Design gender-focused programs, monitor outcomes, and develop knowledge tools like studies and toolkits.
• Deliver gender training and promote mainstreaming of gender and social inclusion in policies and plans.

• Minimum of 3 years of relevant experience in gender and social inclusion, including at least 1 year of experience at the international level.
• Extensive experience in conducting gender audits and analyses.
• Proven track record in designing, formulating, monitoring, and evaluating gender policies and programs.
• Experience collaborating with multilateral or bilateral development organizations in developing countries.
• Demonstrated ability to mobilize resources that are responsive to gender and social inclusion.

Cuso International provides a comprehensive support package to ensure volunteers maintain a modest and healthy lifestyle aligned with local standards. This includes: 

• Monthly living allowance 
• Accommodation 
• Health insurance (including required vaccinations and antimalarial medication) 
• Round-trip airfare and visa/work permit costs 
• Pre-placement, in-country and reintegration training (along with access to self-directed materials and online resources) 
• Ongoing local support 
• Access to the Employee Assistance Program during and after placement 

If you are shortlisted, you will need to: 

• Confirm passport or permanent resident details for travel 
• Provide two professional references and one personal reference 
• Complete a language assessment during the initial phone interview 
• Pass a police check and medical clearance before departure 
• Comply with anti-terrorism checks 
• Agree to uphold the Protection from Sexual Exploitation and Abuse (PSEA) policy and Code of Conduct