Gender Officer

Co-operative Development Foundation of Canada

Position Title: Gender Officer
Reports to: Gender Specialist – Malawi (Country Manager)
Contract Term: 2 Years (with possibility of extension)
Status: Full-time
Annual Salary: $17,000 to $20,000 CAD
Work Location: Lilongwe, Malawi
Formed in 1947, the Co-operative Development Foundation of Canada (CDF Canada) has focused its efforts on advancing self-reliant, member-owned co-operatives on a global scale. The strength of CDF Canada is grounded in its mission – Acting on Co-operative principles, we partner with communities to achieve sustainable economic and social development – and is at the heart of all strategic activities the organization undertakes. Inclusivity is at the heart of what we do! We recognize the immense value that different experiences and perspectives bring to our organization.
POSITION OVERVIEW 
The Gender Officer will support the implementation of gender equality initiatives within the Integrated Aquaculture-Agriculture Malawi (IAAM) Project. Working closely with the Gender Specialist, the Gender Officer is responsible for promoting gender equality and ensuring the inclusion of gender considerations are effectively integrated into project activities at the field level. This includes conducting gender-based assessments, facilitating capacity-building sessions, and engaging with local communities and stakeholders to implement gender-sensitive approaches, monitor gender impacts and address gender related challenges. The Gender Officer will also assist in monitoring and reporting on gender-related outcomes and contribute to the overall gender strategy of the project..

Apply to CDF Canada’s positions: Gender Officers, For more information and to apply, please visit CDF Canada Employment Here is the job post link- Gender Officer https://cdfcanada-coop.hiringplatform.ca/processes/190838-gender-officer-lilongwe-office?locale=en

You can also access through https://cdfcanada-coop. hiringplatform.ca/list/careers which will show other job openings as well

Applications are only accepted through the portal. We may close the application process earlier if we receive a sufficient number of qualified candidates for interviews.”

Application DeadlineMonday, October 7, 2024 4:00 p.m. CAT

Applicants must be Malawi Citizens or have legal authorization to work in Lilongwe, Malawi. Please note that we are unable to provide visa assistance or offer relocation support for this position.

Please note that only shortlisted candidates will be contacted for an interview, and unsolicited communication will not be accepted.