Gender and AYSRH Advisor

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Pathfinder International

Remote (global)
  • Career category: Programme/ Project design & management
  • Job type: Job
  • Humanitarian or Development: Development
  • Experience level: 5-10 years
  • Organisation type: Civil Society
  • Remote option: Remote (global)
  • Right to work requirements: Anyone can apply
  • Remuneration: Not Disclosed
  • Work schedule: Full-time
  • Length of contract: Temporary/ Fixed-term
  • Deadline: 31/05/2024
  • Location: Remote (global)
Sexual & reproductive rights (SRHR) Youth Health
 Pathfinder Overview:

Pathfinder International is driven by the conviction that all people, regardless of where they live, have the right to decide whether and when to have children, to exist free from fear and stigma, and to lead the lives they choose.

 
Key Responsibilities:

AYSRH and Gender Program Management and Leadership: 

  • Develops and implements strategies to improve access to comprehensive SRH services for adolescents and youth, including applying positive-youth development approach and in recognition of intersectional experiences of adolescents and youth.
  • Provides leadership and mentorship to project staff, fostering a culture of learning, accountability, and excellence in AYSRH and gender programming.
Technical support and guidance: 

  • Provides technical guidance and support on gender-responsive programming, ensuring that interventions address the unique needs and challenges faced by adolescents and youth.
  • Stays up-to date on global best practices, new developments, and emerging issues in gender and AYRH that affect ACCESS priorities.
Project implementation: 

  • Leads efforts to promote gender equality and social inclusion within SRH programs.
  • Advocates for policies that support equitable access and rights.
Stakeholder Management: 

  • Collaborates with stakeholders to identify barriers to AYSRH and gender equality and develops innovative solutions to address them.
  • Contributes to annual work planning, training plans, quarterly reports and other required technical reports.
Required Education and Work Experience:

  • Master's degree in public health, gender studies, social work, or a related field.
  • Minimum of 5 years of experience in SRH programming, with a focus on adolescent and youth populations.
  • Demonstrated expertise in gender-responsive programming and advocacy, particularly in the context of SRH.
  • Fluency in verbal and written English
  • Experience working with international donors, particularly USAID-funded projects.
  • In-depth knowledge of adolescent and youth SRHR global best practices.
  • Experience in designing and implementing AYSRH programs, with a focus on marginalized and underserved populations.
  • Strong understanding of gender dynamics and the intersectionality of gender with other social determinants of health.
  • Familiarity with gender-responsive programming principles and best practices in SRH.
Preferred Competence and Work Experience:

  • Minimum of 7-10 years of experience in SRH programming, with a significant focus on adolescent and youth populations.
  • Prior experience in multi-country program management and working in cross-cultural environments.
  • Ability to use data and evidence for decision-making, including monitoring and evaluation of program outcomes.
 

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