Gender Equality and Social
Inclusion (GESI) Advisor

Chemonics seeks a Gender Equality and Social Inclusion (GESI) Advisor for the anticipated Department for International Development (DFID) Data, Accountability, Innovation and Research in Education (DAIRE) project in Islamabad, Pakistan. The project has an estimated value of £30M. DAIRE will support strengthening Pakistan’s education data management system at the federal level through collection, analysis and reporting of data, improve learning assessments and establish partnerships for further research and innovation. The DAIRE project is part of a larger DFID Pakistan New Education Portfolio anticipated starting 2020 through 2025 which is projected to also encompass three provincial level programs.

The GESI Advisor will The Gender and Social Inclusion (GESI) Advisor will serve as a technical expert on context-specific implications and considerations for gender equality and social inclusion, with specific reference to learning needs for students with disabilities and from historically marginalized populations among other areas, in support of DAIRE achieving greater project impact within the education sector. S/he will perform analysis and ensure findings are adequately integrated into project implementation and adaptation. S/he will collaborate with technical specialists to develop GESI activities and targets and recommend improvements to address the needs of the project. S/he will lead programming efforts related to gender-sensitive education, inclusive education for youth with disabilities and minority populations. As a technical expert, s/he may represent the DAIRE project to DFID and other donor agencies, Government of Pakistan ministries and officials, other development partners, and civil society groups and serve as a technical advisor to the Team Lead, other technical and support Leads across the project, and partners. We are seeking individuals who have a passion for making a difference in the lives of people around the world.

Responsibilities include:

• Provide technical guidance and support on data collection, analysis and reporting to improve policy making, planning and resource allocation in the education sector
• Develop and oversee implementation of the program’s GESI strategy, including specific activities, and capacity building 
• Conduct social inclusion analysis activities with program staff, beneficiaries, and key stakeholders; lead efforts to integrate inclusive practices and recommendations related to education for adolescent girls, youth with disabilities, and minority populations among other areas into program design and activities
• Establish and maintain productive relationships with Government of Pakistan officials, Public Sector Institutions such as Benazir Income Support Program, DFID funded Karandaaz and civil society organizations representing the interests of marginalized populations
• Develop specific GESI indicators and targets; lead the implementation and monitoring of social inclusion strategies across programming, building a strong evidence base on GESI achievements
• Support MEL team in data collection and monitoring program activities’ impact on marginalized populations and social inclusion; prepare reports and recommendations for program implementation
• Other relevant responsibilities as assigned

Qualifications:

• Minimum of a Master’s degree or its equivalent in a relevant area with 5 years of relevant experience, or alternatively, a Bachelor’s degree with 8 years of relevant experience
• Experience in conducting surveys and performing assessments
• Experience with education management information systems and/or education systems strengthening
• Demonstrable experience in the field of data management, data collection, data analysis, and reporting
• Solid understanding of M&E enablers for GESI in the education sector and related programs
• In depth knowledge of gender and social inclusion issues in Pakistan, preferably in one or more of the following areas within the education sector:  education for girls, historically marginalized student populations, and students with special education needs and disabilities
• Knowledge of Pakistan’s education systems
• Strong representation skills with government, donor organizations and non-government stakeholders
• Strong bilingual communication skills, including both written and oral, in English and Urdu
• Ability to communicate effectively in a cross-cultural environment
• Experience working on donor-funded projects preferred
• Excellent organizational and prioritization skills
• Demonstrated leadership, versatility, and integrity
• Ability to travel occasionally within Pakistan