Overview

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

Required Qualifications

• 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
• Strong 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
• Proficiency with the following software: Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel,
• PowerPoint), EndNote or other citation software.
• Excellent written, verbal and visual communication skills required