Gender Project Manager (INT10257)

Oxfam is a global movement of people working together to end the injustice of poverty.

 

The Role:

 

Oxfam GB- Iraq Program is looking for a Gender Project Manager who will lead on the project titled Women’s Voice and Leadership in 2 Governorates in Federal Government of Iraq (Ninewa & Anbar), and is accountable for all the implementation and coordination aspects of the project. As a key role within the Oxfam Iraq Country programme, the position will be based in Mosul, with frequent travel to Ramadi and Erbil. The Gender Project Manager will lead on effective management and relationships with relevant internal and external stakeholders at local level, manage the project activities throughout the project cycle, including budget management, directly lead in preparing and developing high-quality project plans, including Monitoring, Evaluation, Accountability and Learning (MEAL) and procurement plans, progress and donor reports, ensure appropriate monitoring and project quality, and enhance internal and external learning and representation.

The project, funded by Global Affairs Canada (GAC) and implemented in cooperation with Oxfam Quebec, is a multi-country initiative that also includes regional dimensions led by Oxfam regional MENA teams. In Iraq, the project is fully integrated within the Gender Justice and Women’s Rights Programme, building upon previous achievements and synergies with other ongoing projects. The project aims to support Iraqi Women’s Rights Organizations’ (WROs) in their action against Gender-Based Violence, through capacity strengthening, funding and collective action in advocacy for greater impact.

The project has already started since last year, and most of the activities are ongoing, but it will also be required from the new project manager to updated the project implementation plans, before the continuation of activities during the course of the year. The Project Manager is thus expected to rapidly and effectively take on and lead this process with support from Programme and Funding teams, continuing relationships with partners and ensuring the project’s long-term vision is well updated and reflected in the revised Project Implementation Plan. This post requires strong knowledge and experience in Gender, GBV, and protection, while also requiring solid project management and technical steering to ensure the project’s gender equality objectives.

The Gender lead, overseeing the Advancing Gender Justice and Women’s Rights programme, will provide technical backstopping when needed. The position provides an opportunity for professional development of qualified national staff and on-the job training will be provided.

What we are looking for:

 

We’re looking for a candidate who cares about Oxfam’s mission to end poverty and is personally aligned to our feminist principles and values of empowerment, accountability and inclusion in all you do.

 

An ideal candidate for the role will also be / have:

 

• University graduate in a relevant field (gender studies, social sciences, political science, etc)
• Proven working experience of at least three years in development or humanitarian programming
• Good knowledge and practice of project cycle management, running assessments, monitoring and evaluation and providing capacity building
• Proven experience working with local partners; experience of sub-granting mechanisms and/or of development and implementation of capacity building plans is a strong asset
• Understanding of needs and challenges of civil society development; in particular, interest and strong motivation to work with Women’s Rights Organisations, feminist activists and the women’s movement

Desirable

Fluency in English and Arabic

 

We offer:

 

We offer a competitive salary and a range of additional benefits to staff including flexible working options, generous pension scheme, annual leave, additional leave allowances, company sick pay, life assurance and a range of other benefits. 

 

From the day you join Oxfam we invite you to stretch and learn in your role. Our wide range of Learning & Development opportunities includes in-house courses, e-learning modules, on-the job learning opportunities, coaching and mentoring, and much more. 

 

You can read more about all Oxfam has to offer here.

 

Flexfam:

 

We believe flexible working is key to building the Oxfam of the future, so we’re open to talking through the type of flexible arrangements which might work for you. 

 

How to apply:

 

As part of your online application, please upload your up to date CV and Cover Letter explaining your suitability against the essential criteria in the job profile.