Job Title: Gender Field Officer
Organisation: Hanns R. Neumann Stiftung Africa (HRNS)
Duty Station: Uganda
About US:
Hanns R. Neumann Stiftung Africa (HRNS) supports smallholder families in Uganda to take a proactive role in shaping their lives in an informed and self-determined way. Our approach combines the development of advanced agricultural practices, appropriate farm and household management strategies, adaptation to climate change, and member-oriented farmer organizations. Gender equality, intergenerational dialogue, skills development, and entrepreneurship for young people are vital in all our activities. We support the farming community to advocate for their needs and promote inclusion, respect, and integrity as values of decision-making. As a result, smallholder families are driving prosperous development of their livelihoods for themselves and their communities. Since 2005, we have supported more than 80,000 coffee growing households in 17 districts.
Job Summary: The Gender Field Officer will ensure that the principles of gender equality are integrated and followed in all project interventions.
Qualifications, Skills and Experience:
- The applicant must hold a university degree in gender and community development or related field.
- A minimum of five years of experience implementing gender interventions in rural communities
- Good understanding of gender concepts and experience with relevant approaches and methodologies.
- Excellent mobilizations and facilitation skills, very good communication and reporting skills.
- Experience working with youth is an added advantage
- Ability to speak and write in the Luganda language
- Ability to ride a motorcycle with a valid riding license & at least two years of riding experience.
How to Apply:
All interested candidates for the abovementioned position please send your application letter including, detailed CV (max 3 pages), monthly salary expectation (gross), the names and contacts of 3 referees to justine.alowo@hrnstiftung.org
NB: Women are strongly encouraged to apply. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
Deadline: 9th September 2022
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