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The Senior Learning Specialist (Gender Integration) will design, develop, and deliver learning activities and events that foster continuous improvement. They will lead the design of learning experiences with a focus on incorporating a variety of learning methods, creating an effective learning environment for participants, and providing innovative approaches in instructional design for and evaluation of courses featuring all elements of blended learning.
 

This includes, but is not limited to, experiential, participatory in-person and hybrid courses; virtual instructor-led training; e-learning courses; instructional videos; job aids; action learning, mentoring programs; and other learning elements - all with an emphasis on gender integration; gender norms; gender-based violence (GBV) prevention and response; women’s empowerment, leadership, and advocacy; diversity, equity, inclusion, and accessibility (DEIA); and other related topics.
 

Position Requirements

·       Minimum of a high school degree and 12 years of experience, or an Associate’s degree and 10 years, or a Bachelor’s degree and 8 years, or a Master’s degree and 6 years, or a doctoral degree and 4 years. 

·       Degree in instructional design, gender studies, international affairs, international development, or a related field if held.
 
 

·       Minimum of 6 years’ experience designing and delivering interactive learning experiences and curricula using blended learning and innovative technologies 

·       Knowledge of learning principles including adult learning, participatory methods, experiential learning, instructional design, universal design learning, and related topics

·       Proven ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously and deliver quality, client-focused results on time and within budget

·       Ability to confidently engage with staff at all levels to define needs and expectations, collaborate on projects with senior-level clients and team members, and communicate results

·       Exceptional communication (verbal and written) and presentation skills with a dynamic, engaging facilitation style

·       Strong planning, organization, and strategic thinking

·       Strong interpersonal skills and an ability to build effective working relations with clients and colleagues; ability to work effectively across cultures and excel in multi-cultural environments

·       Ability to travel domestically and internationally for varying lengths of time 

·       Ability to work in an environment committed to strengths-based approaches and guide others in using an appreciative approach

·       Commitment to diversity, equity, inclusion, and accessibility across programs and in collaboration with colleagues and clients

·       Commitment to gender equality and inclusive development in programmatic work 
 
 

Preferred:

·       Understanding of USAID’s program cycle, processes, gender architecture, GBV prevention and response and gender-related policies, strategies, and ADS guidance 

·       Experience in gender integration and/or GBV prevention and response in program design or implementation in international development contexts 

·       Gender integration and/or GBV prevention and response experience in one or more of the following sectors: women's economic empowerment, environment/climate, or education (strongly preferred, other sectors such as health, agriculture, democracy and governance are a plus)

·       Experience in integrating diversity, equity, inclusion, belonging, and accessibility into learning designs and delivery 

·       Experience working with USAID, UN, and/or other international organizations

·       Fluency in French 

·       Experience working or living in more than one country