Gender and Advocacy Officer
Oxfam has been working in Nepal since the early 1980s undertaking various development initiatives addressing the poverty and injustice faced by women and other socially and economically excluded groups. The level of Oxfam's engagement increased substantially after restoration of democracy in 1990 as it became easier for civil society to work in the new political environment. Over the years, Oxfam has worked in partnership with local civil society organisations and the government to promote rural livelihoods, and vulnerable communities' resilience to climatic shocks and disasters. It has also significantly contributed to empowering community people, especially women, to; negotiate with people in power, influence decision making processes, claim rights and essential services to which they are entitled, demand accountability on the part of duty bearers and engage larger masses in advocacy efforts. Oxfam also worked closely with UNHCR in providing assistance to Bhutanese refugees during the 1990s. Oxfam and its long term programme partners believe that the underlying structural causes and drivers of poverty must be addressed if improvements in peoples's lives are to be broad and lasting. Poverty is not one-dimensional; nor is it purely local in its causes and solutions. Therefore, Oxfam's work addresses not only material and technical change, but also the related economic, social, institutional and policy changes which are necessary to end poverty and achieve development and wellbeing. The Oxfam Nepal Vision is: The people of Nepal are empowered and work together to attain a life of dignity with justice and equal rights for all. The Overall Nepal Programme Goal is: to improve the well being of vulnerable people through strengthening their participation in development and governance processes and reducing poverty and suffering.
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Vacancy Announcement
Join and be part of a global organization, which believes that everyone is entitled to a life of dignity and opportunity and works with poor communities, local partner organizations, volunteers and supporters to turn this into reality. Share your commitment and skills with us, and we will offer you a dynamic working environment, a competitive benefits package, and an opportunity to develop a professional career in one of the world’s leading international development and campaigning organization.
1. Gender and Advocacy Officer
Fixed term contract based in Nepalgunj - Emergency Response
Key Responsibilities: To work under the leadership of the Programme Manager (Humanitarian and Disaster Risk Management) and direct supervision of Humanitarian Programme Coordinator (Team Leader) for planning, implementing, monitoring and evaluation of Humanitarian Advocacy Program being carried out under emergency response in mid-west. To support the Mid-west flood Response Team in response operation area in enhancing their capacity to meet the Minimum Standards on Gender for Humanitarian , so that the different needs of men, women, boys, and girls affected by crisis can be addressed.
KEY COMPETENCIES:
· At least three years working experience in I/NGOs on advocacy and campaigning issues with preferably a Bachelor’s Degree in Law, Human Rights, or Social Science (E)
· Demonstrated experience working on gender and protection issues.
· Genuine commitment to a rights-based approach, gender equality and protection
· Ability to think strategically and beyond the local/country context
· Excellent Teamwork skills and the ability to build good and professional relations both internally and externally.
· Good understanding of gender issues in WASH and EFSL
· Strong understanding of protection issues as related to conflict including key protection standards such as Sphere Protection Principles and ICRC Protection Standards.
· Ability to build the capacity of staff and partners to deliver advocacy work.
· Good networking and alliance building skills
· Effective written and verbal communication skill and fluency in English
· Sensitivity to gender and diversity issues
· Willing to travel to remote field areas for regular support to programme teams.
Applications for the above positions can be sent by 22 September 2014 via mail to recruitment_nepal@oxfam.org.uk or G.P.O. Box 2500, Kathmandu. Only Short listed candidates will be informed for written test and interview.
“Oxfam encourages women, people of ethnic minorities and Dalits to apply.”
We regret that only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
Overview
| Category | Development and Project |
| Openings | 1 |
| Experience | 3+ years |
| Education | Please check vacancy details |
| Posted Date | 16 Sep, 2014 |
| Apply Before | 22 Sep, 2014 |
| City | Nepalgunj |
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