Job Title:  Gender and Youth Technical Lead

 

Organisation’s Overview

 

Plan International is an independent development and humanitarian organization that advances children’s rights and equality for girls. Our Ambition to 2027 is to see All Girls Standing Strong Creating Global Change. Working together we will create a world where all girls know and exercise their rights and live the life they choose; a network of supporters, communities, staff, partners, and donors, all supporting girls and young women to stand strong as they learn, lead, decide, and thrive and global change through breaking down the barriers and discrimination girls and young women currently face every minute, every hour, every day.

 

The Plan International Zimbabwe Country Strategy Goal is to: “Contribute to reduced adolescent pregnancies and child marriages in Zimbabwe” Our ambition for this CS is ‘By 2030, we are unique, innovative, known and recognized as the leading child rights-based organization in Zimbabwe, delivering proven impact for the most vulnerable, especially girls and young women’. PIZ has set an ambition to reach directly 4.5 million children (2.5m girls, 1.5m boys) and 500 000 young people during the implementation of this CS.

 

Plan International and its consortium partners, GOAL and CAFOD seek a Gender and Youth Technical Lead for an anticipated SDC U-RISE programme. The role is required to provide specialist technical leadership in the integration and mainstreaming of gender, youth and social considerations in the SDC-U-RISE project. The incumbent will be responsible for ensuring gender equality, social inclusion and the empowerment of young people as a core component of the implementation of the U-RISE programme.

 

Job Responsibilities

 

Program Leadership and Strategy

 

Provide strategic leadership to ensure gender, youth and social inclusion are effectively integrated across all activity components at all levels throughout project implementation for the SDC U-RISE; Provide technical leadership for the design and implementation of gender transformative urban programming, budgets, monitoring and evaluation processes in line with the overall consortium strategy and objectives; Design and lead trainings/accompaniment to build the capacity and awareness for consortium staff, partners and stakeholders in gender, youth and social inclusion; Develop the consortium GESI strategy and action plan and support its implementation Initiate gender reflection, reviews and reporting in line with the Consortium corporate requirements Develop high-quality technical content for concept notes and proposals for knowledge products in the consortium

 

 Relationship with Partners/Government Stakeholders

 

Foster and build relationships with partners, networks and other government entities for the promotion of a gender and youth lens in urban programming Monitor the risks for youths, young women and adolescents participating in the programme and suggest mitigations actions

 

Program Support and Monitoring

 

In collaboration with MERL, initiate gender researches and documentation of case studies which have potential to enhance the Consortium’s GESI approach Work closely with the MERL team to develop appropriate Gender and Youth monitoring and evaluation indicators, tools and learning questions

 

Entry qualifications and experience

 

A degree in Gender Studies and/or Social Sciences from a reputable institution At least 5 years’ experience in gender and development from a reputable organization Experience in leading Influencing initiatives at local and national levels Working knowledge of integration of inclusion of excluded groups in development programming Understanding of integrated development issues and critical analysis of child rights, especially girls and young women’s Knowledge of strategic planning processes and theories of gender and inclusion programming Knowledge of development issues, trends, challenges and opportunities and implications to community development

 

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PLAN INTERNATIONAL’S VALUES IN PRACTICE

 

We are open and accountable

Promotes a culture of openness and transparency, including with sponsors and donors. Holds self and others accountable to achieve the highest standards of integrity. Consistent and fair in the treatment of people. Open about mistakes and keen to learn from them. Accountable for ensuring we are a safe organization for all children, girls & young people.

 

We strive for lasting impact

Articulates a clear purpose for staff and sets high expectations. Creates a climate of continuous improvement, open to challenge and new ideas. Focuses resources to drive change and maximize long-term impact, responsive to changed priorities or crises. Evidence-based and evaluates effectiveness.

 

We work well together

Seeks constructive outcomes, listens to others, willing to compromise when appropriate. Builds constructive relationships across Plan International to support our shared goals. Develops trusting and ‘win-win’ relationships with funders, partners and communities. Engages and works well with others outside the organization to build a better world for girls and all children.

 

We are inclusive and empowering

We empower our staff to give their best and develop their potential. We respect all people, appreciate differences and challenge equality in our programs and our workplace. We support children, girls and young people to increase their confidence and change their own lives.

 

Interested candidates who meet the above requirements are required to submit their curriculum vitae & cover letter outlining their suitability for the position. A range of pre-employment checks will be undertaken in conformity with Plan International's Safeguarding Children and Young People policy. Plan International also participates in the Inter Agency Misconduct Disclosure Scheme. In line with this scheme we will request information from applicants’ previous employers about any findings of sexual exploitation, sexual abuse and/or sexual harassment during employment, or incidents under investigation when the applicant left employment. By submitting an application, the job applicant confirms their understanding of these recruitment procedures.

 

This position is open to qualified candidates from Zimbabwe and those with legal right to work in Zimbabwe and is contingent upon confirmation of funding

Location: Bulawayo, Zimbabwe

Type of role: Fixed Term Contract

Closing Date: 12 August 2025

 

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