Gender and Social Inclusion (GESI) Officers at Empathy for Life Integrated Development Association (ELiDA)

Empathy for Life Integrated Development Association (ELiDA), established in 2008 and licensed by the Authority for Civil Society Organizations (ACSO) with Certificate No. 1143, envisions a society where women and girls are socially responsible, empowered, and active participants in leadership and decision-making processes. ELiDA is dedicated to contributing to poverty reduction efforts across the country.

Key Objectives of the Position

The Gender Equality and Social Inclusion (GESI) Officer will play a pivotal role in promoting gender equality, enhancing social inclusion, and ensuring the empowerment of vulnerable women, girls, and marginalized groups. The role includes designing and implementing gender-responsive and socially inclusive strategies, integrating GESI practices across all project activities, and building the capacity of stakeholders.

Required Number

• Two (2) -one for Dessie Project Office and one for Woldiya Project Office

Duty Stations:

• South Wollo, Dessie Project Office, Amhara Region
• North Wollo, Woldiya Project Office, Amhara Region

Reports to

• Area Program Coordinator

Salary and Benefits

• Based on the organization’s scale and attractive

Employment Type

• Fixed term, subject to availability of funds and employee performance

Level of Effort (LoE)

• Full-time

Gender

• Female

Specific Duties and Responsibilities

• Develop and implement comprehensive strategies for gender equality and social inclusion within ELiDA’s programs.
• Conduct regular GESI assessments to identify barriers and opportunities for different interventions in the area.
• Train and build the capacity of staff, partners, and community stakeholders on gender equality, social inclusion, and GESI-responsive approaches.
• Integrate gender-responsive and socially inclusive approaches into project planning, implementation, monitoring, and evaluation.
• Ensure that all project activities are aligned with national and international standards on gender equality and social inclusion.
• Develop and maintain partnerships with local service providers, law enforcement, and community organizations to strengthen GESI response mechanisms.
• Monitor and evaluate the effectiveness of GESI activities, using appropriate tools and indicators.
• Compile reports, case studies, and success stories that highlight lessons learned and best practices in GESI interventions.
• Conduct community sensitization sessions to raise awareness on gender equality and social inclusion.
• Develop and implement GBV prevention and response strategies.
• Provide case management services for GBV survivors, ensuring timely and confidential referrals.
• Conduct GBV risk assessments and identify intervention opportunities.
• Collaborate with local service providers and law enforcement to strengthen GBV response mechanisms.
• Monitor and evaluate GBV activities and compile reports and success stories.
• Conduct community sensitization sessions to raise awareness on GBV.
• Ensure compliance with ELiDA’s safeguarding policies and procedures, and promote a culture of accountability and respect
• Perform other related duties as assigned by the Area Program Coordinator to support

Minimum Job Requirements:

• Master’s Degree in Gender Studies, Social Work, Sociology, Psychology, Human Rights, Development Studies, or related fields and a Minimum of 2 years of demonstrable work experience in gender equality, social inclusion, and community development in the civil society sector.
• BA/BSC Degree in Gender Studies, Law, Political Science, Psychology, Social Work, Sociology, Human Rights, Development Studies, or related fields and a Minimum of 3 to 5 years of demonstrable work experience in Local NGO/INGO gender equality, social inclusion, and community development
• Strong understanding of gender equality and social inclusion frameworks in civil Society sector.
• Knowledge of national and international conventions, guidelines, and policy frameworks related to gender equality and social inclusion.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and strategic thinking skills.
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills for working with diverse teams and communities.
• Proven experience in report writing, case documentation, and knowledge sharing.
• Proactive, self-motivated, and detail-oriented.
• Commitment to working in and with women-led civil society organizations.