Senior Gender Expert
Organizational Context
The Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO) in Egypt operates under the Country Program Framework 2023-2027, aligning with national priorities like Vision 2030, agricultural development, water resources, climate change, food and nutrition security, and women's empowerment. Supported by international donors, FAO Egypt implements projects in land and water enhancement, agriculture, animal health, climate adaptation, agrifood value chains, and support for vulnerable farmers. The organization also leads in food systems and agriculture coordination with various government ministries.
Job Purpose
The Senior Gender Expert will play a crucial role in supporting the effective implementation of gender-related activities within the FAO Egypt country program. This includes leading capacity development and communication initiatives to ensure that gender considerations are systematically integrated into all project activities. The expert will also be responsible for coordinating with local stakeholders to promote gender equality and women's empowerment across various agricultural and food system initiatives, contributing to the overall goals of the FAO's country program.
Responsibilities
Lead the design, mainstreaming, and implementation of gender, accountability, and inclusion components across the FAO Egypt country program. Develop the country gender strategy and its implementation framework, advising project teams on gender-responsive programming, resource allocation, and risk management. Provide strategic and technical leadership for gender strategies, translating commitments into actionable plans with measurable results. Conduct participatory gender analyses to identify needs and inform project design. Establish and oversee a results framework for gender equality, including gender-responsive indicators and data quality standards. Ensure systematic collection and analysis of sex- and age-disaggregated data. Prepare analytical reports on progress, identify bottlenecks, and recommend corrective measures. Lead the PSEA Action Plan for FAO Egypt, monitoring its implementation, especially in projects with high gender markers. Provide technical quality assurance for project workplans, tools, and knowledge products. Offer technical oversight and coaching to project personnel and partners on gender-responsive approaches. Lead inclusive consultations with stakeholders to identify participation barriers and inform empowerment pathways. Design and deliver capacity-development initiatives on gender analysis, planning, and reporting. Coordinate learning initiatives showcasing good practices for women in agrifood systems. Ensure safeguarding principles and gender-based violence risk mitigation are integrated into field activities. Develop and oversee awareness and communication initiatives on women's empowerment and related priorities. Capture lessons learned and develop success stories and knowledge products.
Work Experience
A minimum of seven years of professional experience is required in gender analysis, strategy formulation, and the implementation of gender-transformative programs. This experience should be complemented by a university degree in Social Sciences, Gender Studies, Development Studies, or a related field. Proficiency in Arabic and English at a working level (Level C) is also a prerequisite.
Skills
Key competencies include Results Focus, Teamwork, Communication, Building Effective Relationships, and Knowledge Sharing and Continuous Improvement. These skills are essential for effectively leading gender initiatives, collaborating with diverse stakeholders, and ensuring the successful integration of gender considerations into all aspects of the FAO's country program in Egypt.