Role Description
This is a full-time on-site role for a Gender Technical Advisor located in Nairobi County, Kenya. The Gender Technical Advisor will contribute to an innovative project exploring the multifaceted dimensions of antimicrobial resistance (AMR) while integrating gender perspectives. The project, GEAR UP is implemented by Liverpool School of Tropical Medicine as the prime partner with LVCT Health implementing it in Kenya and Uganda. Through the One Health lens, the Project will bring evidence of how gender dynamics intersect with AMR transmission and antibiotic practices, promoting inclusive and gender-responsive approaches to combat AMR threats effectively. The successful candidate will play a pivotal role in advancing gender-responsive research and implementation within the AMR project while actively contributing to broader LVCT Health institutional gender initiatives that contribute to a holistic approach to gender equality and inclusion beyond the scope of research.
This position offers an exciting opportunity to conduct innovative research, collaborate with multidisciplinary teams across multiple countries and contribute to developing impactful outputs.
Roles and Responsibilities
Research:
Conducting gender-related research, analysis, and outputs
Develop and execute research plans within the scope of the gender-related study
Plan and conducts day-to-day research activities relating to assigned research projects
Design methodologies that align with project objectives, ensuring rigour and relevance
Oversee data mining, collection, analysis, synthesis, visualization and presentation utilizing advanced research methods
Employ advanced qualitative and quantitative data analysis techniques as required to derive meaningful insights
Interpret research findings and contribute to the development of publications
Capacity building:
Develop resources and training to increase staff and partner knowledge and skills on gender
Undertake capacity building through the provision of mentorship and support to project and partner staff involved in the project
Actively participate in scholarly engagements through the development of seminars, webinars, journal clubs and other capacity-building methods
Monitor capacity building of project and partner staff
Program Design & Implementation
Coordinating project teams
Ensuring that gender analysis informs program design and management among AMR project partners and in LVCT programs
Identifying strategic actions to improve program implementation quality
Facilitating the application of gender and intersectional approaches in program implementation
Policy & Advocacy:
Participating in the design of policy and influencing strategies at national and sub-national levels using evidence from research and programs
Participating in relevant technical working groups to influence policy and guidelines
Monitoring & Evaluation:
Monitoring project implementation against deliverables and milestones
Monitoring and analysing gender developments at the national and international levels and using them to inform the project
Oversight for evaluation of the project and providing technical support for gender evaluation of LVCT Health projects
Documentation:
Documenting lessons for policy dialogue, public advocacy, and future programming through various means
Lead the development of research papers for submission to peer-reviewed high-impact journals
Collaborate with the communications team to document project activities and communicate them via various platforms
Collaboration & Learning:
Organizing the dissemination of learning within the team and with partners
Disseminate research findings at conferences, workshops, and other relevant forums
Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams, fostering a collaborative research environment to enhance the scope and impact of the study
Establish and maintain professional networks & partnerships with other researchers and institutions in gender studies
Resource Mobilization
Continuously identify opportunities and partnerships for resource mobilization
Contribute to the development of grant proposals to secure funding for continued research and implementation
Qualifications
Education: Masters’ Degree in a relevant field, such as Gender Studies, Sociology, Psychology, Public Health, or a related discipline focusing on gender-related research. PhD will be an added advantage
Experience
Proven experience in conducting independent gender-related research
Expertise in both qualitative and quantitative research methodologies
Familiarity with intersectionality and an understanding of diverse gender experiences
Experience in participating in policy and advocacy forums in Kenya and beyond
Track record of publications in reputable journals within the field of gender-related research
Experience in grant writing and securing research funding is advantageous
Skills and Attributes.
Excellent research, analytical, and critical thinking skills
Strong written and verbal communication skills.
Demonstrable experience in stakeholder engagement
Capacity to mentor and support junior members of the research & project team
Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a research and/or project team
Proactive and self-driven, committed to advancing gender-related research and contributing innovative ideas to the field
Commitment to ethical research practices and sensitivity to gender-related issues
Interested and qualified candidates are invited to submit their applications and CV along with a cover letter expressing interest and indicating Salary history and expectations to recruitment@lvcthealth.org by 31st May 2024. The advert will stay open until the position is filled. The position applied for and the reference number GTA/LVCT/05/2024 should be indicated on the subject line and cover letter.
Apply via :
recruitment@lvcthealth.org
