Plan International recruits 01 Gender Transformative Animator
Plan International
Freetown, Sierra Leone
Humanitaire (ONG, Associations, …), Projet/programme de développement
Gender Transformative Animator
Location: Freetown, Sierra Leone
Company: Plan International
The OrganisationPlan International is an independent development and humanitarian organisation that advances children’s rights and equality for girls.
We believe in the power and potential of every child. But this is often suppressed by poverty, violence, exclusion and discrimination. And it’s girls who are most affected.
Working together with children, young people, our supporters and partners, we strive for a just world, tackling the root causes of the challenges facing girls and all vulnerable children.
We support children’s rights from birth until they reach adulthood. And we enable children to prepare for – and respond to – crises and adversity. We drive changes in practice and policy at local, national and global levels using our reach, experience and knowledge.
We have been building powerful partnerships for children for over 80 years, and are now active in more than 70 countries.
Plan International Sierra Leone is seeking to recruit top-notch professional to fulfil the position of Gender Transformative Animator (x3) – SHE LEADS – locations – Country Office, Moyamba and Koinadugu to deliver the tasks outlined below
Summary of the position:The “SHE LEADS” – Gender Transformative Animator will coordinate and ensure effective and timely implementation of activities in line with the agreed budget and project proposal. They will be adept at facilitating collaboration and coordination among key stakeholders and will be able to respond quickly and appropriately to challenges and issues as they arise.
Dimension of the role:The “SHE LEADS” – Gender Transformative Animator will also be responsible for the coordination of gender transformative community development activities in programmes; supervise and monitor partner activities within the Moyamba, Koinadugu and the Western Area; and also contribute to Plan International becoming a recognized voice for child rights especially equality for girls. They will coordinate and give support to the community people in the project targeted communities in Western Area of Freetown together with the Implementing partners Youth and Child Advocacy Network (YACAN) and Defence for Children International (DCI). They will ensure timely and accurate execution of detailed work plans and other technical documents.
Key Responsibilities Provide adequate support in the preparation and submission of the monthly and quarterly work plans and progress reports detailing tasks (including monitoring plans)
Attend and fully participate in coordination with the Project Manager and Programme Implementation and Influencing Programme Area Manager to all partner’s activities to ascertain their realizationProduce activities realization report for all partners’ activities to support the liquidation of related expenses.Supervise and monitor activities of all implementing and strategic partner Organizations in Moyamba, Koinadugu and the Western Area to ensure their services lead to value for money.Ensure that the community leaders and stakeholders understand Plan International works in the communitiesResponsible for the proper filling and storage of project documents in Moyamba, Koinadugu and the Western Area. Ensure that Child-Centered Community Development (CCCD) approached is evident in all SHE LEADS project activities at community level.Responsible for the initiation of payment request, purchase requisition in accordance with the approved budget and Grant mappingIdentify capacity gaps in Children, Community Volunteers, Community-based organization (CBOs), Civil Society Organization (CSOs), Local Non-Governmental Organisation (LNGOs) and government partners and proposes the appropriate interventions to address the gaps especially in girls rights.Facilitate the preparation of gender transformative projects (POs) and manage them to meet set objectives.Coordinate the quarterly project report together with the Project Manager, Programme Implementation and Influencing Area Manager and the Programmes Systems and Quality Manager.Participate in and support Plan International’s local partner implementation of activities, in order to increase the impact of SHE LEADS Project.Ensure gender is mainstreamed into all section development related program activities in the district/chiefdom and maintains gender sensitivity towards staff and Plan International’s associates;Ensure Child protection is mainstreamed into all community development related program activities in the district/chiefdom to meet Plan goals;Ensure CCCD is embedded in project activities in the district/chiefdom to meet Plan International’s goals;Work extensively with local communities, ensuring that Plan International’s presence in those communities is meaningful and that all Plan project activities and other initiatives achieve their intended objectives.Perform any other duties as assigned by Supervisor(s).
GENERAL ACCOUNTABILITYEnsures that Plan International’s global policies for Child Protection (CPP) and Gender Equality and Inclusion (GEI) are fully embedded in accordance with the principles and requirements of the policy including relevant Implementation Standards and Guidelines as applicable to their area of responsibility. This includes, but is not limited to, ensuring staff and associates are aware of and understand their responsibilities under these policies and Plan International’s Code of Conduct (CoC), their relevance to their area of work, and that concerns are reported and managed in accordance with the appropriate procedures.
Ensure staff understand Plan International’s commitment to driving a feminist agenda within the organization, and the ambition for gender equality and gender transformative leadership is embedded in our value-based leadership framework.
Qualifications and Experience:
EssentialUniversity degree, or equivalent practical experience in interdisciplinary areas within human rights, social science and development studies.
At least three (3) years of demonstrable experience in development work preferably in INGO Previous knowledge of managing similar projects.Capability to communicate ideas and technical information on child protection issuesGood facilitation skills and ability to work in a multidisciplinary and multicultural environmentStrong understanding of gender equality programing and meaningful child participation.Knowledge of development challenges and contexts in Sierra Leone, particularly child rights, girl’s rights and child protection.Demonstrated experience working collaboratively and supportively without the need for close supervision.Demonstrated knowledge in participatory approaches to community developmentGood knowledge of computer skills and use of relevant software and other applications e.g. Microsoft office (word processing, spreadsheet, database, outlook), internet, SAP.Capability to ride motorbike in difficult terrain within the project communities.Experience in community led approaches.
DesirableAbility to perform under stress, initiate action
Demonstrate willingness to learn and adaptability to changing situationsRemain calm and positive under pressure and in difficult situationsKnowledge of rules and regulations of Netherland GovernmentUnderstands Plan International’s work, and implements processes and practices that support achievement of organisational objectivesKnowledge of local dialects (e.g. Mende, Temne, Krio, etc.)Hold a type C driving license
GENERAL ACCOUNTABILITYEnsures that Plan International’s global policies for Child Protection (CPP) and Gender Equality and Inclusion (GEI) are fully embedded in accordance with the principles and requirements of the policy including relevant Implementation Standards and Guidelines as applicable to their area of responsibility. This includes, but is not limited to, ensuring staff and associates are aware of and understand their responsibilities under these policies and Plan International’s Code of Conduct (CoC), their relevance to their area of work, and that concerns are reported and managed in accordance with the appropriate procedures.
Ensure staff understand Plan International’s commitment to driving a feminist agenda within the organization, and the ambition for gender equality and gender transformative leadership is embedded in our value-based leadership framework.
PLAN INTERNATIONAL’S VALUEShttps://plan-international.org/about-us/careers-plan-international/our-values-work
To apply for this job, kindly click on « Apply » Your application should include: A cover letter
A comprehensive CV including details of two referees, one of whom should be your current or most recent supervisor Only short-listed candidates shall be contacted. References will be taken and background and anti-terrorism checks will be carried out in conformity with Plan International’s Safeguarding Children and Young People Policy.
Plan International follows an equal opportunity policy and actively encourages diversity welcoming applications from all especially women and people living with disability.
Early application is encouraged as we will review applications throughout the advertising period and reserve the right to close the advert early.
Location: Country Office, Moyamba & Koinadugu
Type of Role: Gender Transformative Animator
Reports to: Project Manager – SHE LEADS
Grade: C2
Closing Date: 21st December,2020
Early application is encouraged as we will review applications throughout the advertising period and reserve the right to close the advert early.
Equality, diversity and inclusion is at the very heart of everything that Plan International stands for.
We want Plan International to reflect the diversity of the communities we work with, offering equal opportunities to everyone regardless of age, disability, gender reassignment, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief, sex or sexual orientation.
Plan International is based on a culture of inclusivity and we strive to create a workplace environment that ensures every team, in every office, in every country, is rich in diverse people, thoughts, and ideas.
We foster an organisational culture that embraces our commitment to racial justice, gender equality, girls’ rights and inclusion.
Plan International believes that in a world where children face so many threats of harm, it is our duty to ensure that we, as an organisation, do everything we can to keep children safe. This means that we have particular responsibilities to children that we come into contact with and we must not contribute in any way to harming or placing children at risk.
A range of pre-employment checks will be undertaken in conformity with Plan International’s Safeguarding Children and Young People policy. Plan International also participates in the Inter Agency Misconduct Disclosure Scheme. In line with this scheme we will request information from applicants previous employers about any findings of sexual exploitation, sexual abuse and/or sexual harassment during employment, or incidents under investigation when the applicant left employment. By submitting an application, the job applicant confirms their understanding of these recruitment procedures.
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