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Job Summary:
The Gender/GBV Program Officer will work under the supervision and guidance of the Senior Program Officer. S/he will be responsible for coordinating the implementation of a Gender/Key Populations program. The Gender/Key Populations Officer will support the implementation of gender activities influence program teams to apply a gender lens across all implementations, and shape ICRHK’s approach concerning gender integration and mainstreaming. The post holder will work closely with other team members as focal persons for gender issues in all ICRHK programs.

Roles and responsibilities
-Coordinating, implementing, monitoring and reporting gender/key population activities in the development program work plans especially the gender/key population to be implemented
-Conduct hotspot visits, and with support from the community mobilizer and peer educators, ensure enrolment of young key populations into the project
-Assist in the development of monitoring and evaluation systems for project activities
-Handle logistics for training activities including invitations, venues, and equipment and also maintain project staff training records
-Prepare reports on the status of project activities summarizing accomplished activities, problems encountered and solutions identified
-Ensure a coordinated and collaborative approach is undertaken among project stakeholders at the county level during the implementation of all project activities
-Organize and facilitate different capacity-building trainings and workshops for ICRHK staff and key stakeholders on women‘s rights and girls’ empowerment and create awareness about gender equality and rights among ICRHK staff and the local community
-Maintain regular communication and interaction with county governments (gender office) to facilitate and promote learning and information sharing
-Provide technical support to and identify opportunities for the development of relevant advocacy and communication/information materials to address gender issues
-Collaborate with other program leads in preparing and providing inputs on gender to their programs
-Assist in implementing knowledge management strategies to capture lessons learned and best practices about current and emerging gender issues, sharing these with management for future planning and supporting training needs
-Perform other duties and responsibilities as assigned by the supervisor and ICRHK management

Specific Requirements
-Bachelor’s degree in gender, social sciences, development studies, law or related field -Minimum of 3 years of experience working on gender/ GBV issues. 
-Experience working with key populations is an added advantage-Familiar with Gender and GBV guidelines applicable to Kenya
-Knowledge of gender tools applicable in gender-sensitive programs interpersonal and communications skills required
–Ability to communicate ideas in a culturally sensitive manner  
-Experience in establishing and sustaining working relationships with the county (gender) offices
-Experience in Knowledge Management will be an added advantage 
-Strong interpersonal skills and a team player
-Ability to work under pressure and interact with diverse stakeholders
-Software. Proficiency with the following software: Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Powerpoint), EndNote or other citation software. 
-Communication. Excellent written, verbal and visual communication skills required.