The Opportunity
Plan International seeks a seasoned and driven Deployable Gender-Based Violence (GBV) and Gender in Emergencies Specialist to strengthen our global Core Surge Team.
In this position, you will be required to swiftly mobilize to global humanitarian emergencies—frequently within a 72-hour timeframe—to deliver strategic technical guidance and integrate gender equality, inclusion, and protection against gender-based violence (GBV) as key priorities in our emergency interventions.
At the core of crisis response efforts, you will provide essential assistance to country teams, ensuring the successful implementation of gender-transformative programs that effectively address the needs of girls, young people, and other vulnerable populations while maintaining the highest standards of quality.
What You’ll Be Doing
Providing strategic technical direction and overseeing program execution are core responsibilities of this role. The position demands extensive experience in technology leadership, coupled with expertise in program management methodologies. Key duties include guiding cross-functional teams, ensuring alignment with business objectives, and driving innovation through robust technical solutions. Applicants must demonstrate a proven track record in delivering complex projects, strong problem-solving abilities, and exceptional communication skills to liaise with stakeholders at all levels. Proficiency in industry-standard tools and frameworks, as well as a deep understanding of emerging technologies, is essential for success in this position.
Spearhead and enhance the implementation of gender-based violence (GBV) initiatives, with a specific focus on supporting child and adolescent survivors.
Ensure that gender considerations are systematically integrated into all humanitarian initiatives.
Offer specialized advisory services in strict accordance with internationally recognized benchmarks, including those established by the Inter-Agency Standing Committee, the Minimum Standards for Gender-Based Violence, the Sphere Project, and Protection from Sexual Exploitation and Abuse protocols.
Conduct thorough analysis and provide timely emergency response to identify and mitigate potential risks and threats.
Perform Rapid Gender Analysis (RGA) assessments in acute humanitarian emergencies to identify and address gender-specific needs, risks, and gaps.
Assist in conducting comprehensive needs assessments across various sectors to identify critical gaps and priorities.
Provide strategic guidance to senior leadership regarding the integration of gender-responsive initiatives into organizational programming.
We offer a Capacity Strengthening program designed to enhance the skills, knowledge, and capabilities of individuals and organizations. This initiative targets professionals seeking to improve their competencies in leadership, project management, and technical expertise. Participants must demonstrate a commitment to continuous learning and possess relevant qualifications in their field of work. Key responsibilities include identifying skill gaps, developing tailored training solutions, and fostering sustainable growth within teams. Successful candidates will collaborate with stakeholders to implement effective capacity-building strategies that drive long-term impact and organizational resilience.
Provide guidance, support, and professional development to staff and partners through structured training sessions, individualized coaching, and ongoing mentorship to enhance their skills and performance.
Enhance the capabilities of local entities, with a particular focus on organizations led by women and girls.
We seek a skilled professional to manage representation and coordination duties with precision and efficiency. This role involves serving as the primary liaison between stakeholders, ensuring seamless communication, and overseeing logistical arrangements with meticulous attention to detail. Responsibilities include organizing meetings, facilitating collaboration, and maintaining accurate records of interactions and agreements. The ideal candidate will possess strong interpersonal skills, exceptional organizational abilities, and the capacity to prioritize tasks in a dynamic environment.
As a representative of Plan International, you will engage actively in the Gender-Based Violence (GBV) and Gender clusters, as well as relevant working groups, to advocate for and advance the organization’s mission and priorities.
Cultivate robust partnerships with United Nations agencies, donors, and key stakeholders to foster collaborative initiatives and enhance programmatic impact.
We are seeking a Program Development & Influencing professional to design, implement, and assess initiatives that drive strategic impact and foster sustainable change. In this role, you will engage with key stakeholders to shape policies, advocate for innovative solutions, and cultivate partnerships that amplify our mission. Your responsibilities will include developing high-impact programs, influencing decision-makers, and measuring outcomes to ensure alignment with organizational goals. The ideal candidate will possess strong analytical, communication, and negotiation skills, along with experience in stakeholder engagement and program management. A proven track record in advocacy or policy development is highly desirable.
Support the creation and enhancement of proposals while guaranteeing robust gender integration throughout the process.
As a member of this team, you will play a vital role in advancing advocacy initiatives, shaping policy strategies, and driving impactful influencing campaigns to achieve organizational objectives.
Enhance Plan’s worldwide recognition and leadership in advancing gender equality within emergency contexts.
Facilitates the development of skills, knowledge, and performance accountability through structured learning initiatives and continuous feedback mechanisms.
Document lessons learned and best practices
Promotes responsibility towards Affected Populations (AAP) to ensure accountability.
Our role involves fostering inclusive engagement of girls and women in our initiatives, ensuring their active involvement and contribution.
About You
We seek a highly skilled professional who possesses:
Professionals with extensive expertise in gender-based violence (GBV) initiatives, particularly those focused on children, within humanitarian settings are encouraged to apply.
Professionals must demonstrate advanced proficiency in gender analysis and a strong commitment to mitigating inequality during emergency responses.
Professional expertise in collaborating with United Nations agencies, international non-governmental organizations, non-governmental organizations, or multi-agency frameworks is required.
Demonstrated expertise in coordinating cluster initiatives and fostering effective collaboration among multiple agencies.
Achieved notable success in facilitating capacity development and providing mentorship to others.
Strong analytical, communication, and writing skills
Demonstrated capacity to operate autonomously within challenging, fast-paced, and multifaceted settings while maintaining optimal performance and composure.
Fluent English skills are mandatory, while strong working knowledge of French is required; additional proficiency in Spanish or Arabic would be considered advantageous.
Qualifications
BA/BSc/HND
