Global Advisor, Gender Transformative Program
| Position: | Global Advisor, Gender Transformative Program |
|---|---|
| Location: | United States (Remote Eligible) |
| Job Type: | Regular Full-Time |
| Experience: | 10+ Years (Senior Technical Role) |
Job Summary
The Global Advisor provides global technical leadership, strategic direction, and quality assurance for Orbis International’s gender-responsive and gender-transformative programming. This senior role ensures that Gender Equality and Social Inclusion (GESI) are systematically integrated into program design, MEL, partnerships, and fundraising globally. A key component is leading the flagship Women Leaders in Eye Health (WLEH) initiative.
Key Responsibilities
- Global Strategy: Lead the development and implementation of Orbis’s Global Gender Transformative Programming Strategy and establish global standards/tools.
- Technical Advisory: Provide direct support to country offices to strengthen gender analyses, program design, and capacity building.
- Program Quality & MEL: Collaborate with MEL teams to embed gender indicators and promote the use of sex/age-disaggregated data.
- WLEH Leadership: Provide strategic vision and oversight for the Women Leaders in Eye Health (WLEH) initiative.
- Partnerships: Cultivate partnerships with gender equality organizations and represent Orbis in global platforms.
- Resource Mobilization: Provide technical input into proposals and donor concept notes to expand funding for gender-transformative programming.
Qualifications & Experience
- Education: Master’s degree in Gender Studies, Public Health, International Development, or related discipline.
- Experience: Minimum 10 years of senior technical experience in gender equality and social inclusion in international development.
- Expertise: Deep expertise in gender-transformative programming, systems thinking, and global strategy development.
- Skills: Outstanding communication, writing, and high cultural competence. Ability to work independently in a remote environment.
- Travel: Willingness to travel internationally.
How to Apply
Qualified candidates are invited to apply online via the Orbis International careers portal.
Requisition ID: 1449
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*Orbis is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We welcome applicants from diverse backgrounds.
