Background: Ugaaso is one of very few, if not the only, women-led CSOs in the region working to promote women\u2019s meaningful participation in decision-making, politics, and women, peace, and security. The Women\u2019s Dialogue Space (WDS) is a platform for current and emerging women leaders in politics, civil society, and business in the Somali Regional State (SRS) of Ethiopia. Established primarily to support women in having their own political space, the WDS facilitates joint discussions on political developments, strategizes for increased participation and positive gender outcomes, and amplifies women\u2019s voices in the public sphere. The platform\u2019s creation was supported by Conciliation Resources (CR) and KasmoDev, funded by IrishAid, based on recommendations from women engaged in Somali regional politics.
\nPosition Overview: Under the International Solidarity Foundation (ISF) funded project, the Prevention of Violence Against Women and Girls (VAWG) Advocacy Coordinator will lead and coordinate efforts to prevent violence against women and girls through advocacy, policy change, public awareness campaigns, and collaboration with stakeholders. This position requires a highly motivated individual with a strong understanding of gender-based violence (GBV), women\u2019s rights, and the political, social, and cultural dynamics that contribute to prevention of violence against women and girls.
\nThe project will be carried out in two distinct phases: a planning phase, focused on developing strategies, building partnerships, and setting objectives, followed by an implementation phase, where the planned activities will be executed, monitored, and evaluated to achieve the project\u2019s goals.
\nKey Responsibilities:
\nProject Coordination<\/p>\n
Lead the planning, implementation, and monitoring of Prevention of VAWG advocacy initiatives.
\nManage day-to-day activities, ensuring the project adheres to timelines and meets objectives.
\nCoordinate with other program teams, partners, and stakeholders to ensure integrated GBV services and advocacy efforts.<\/p>\n
Develop and Implement Advocacy Strategies:<\/p>\n
Design and implement a comprehensive advocacy strategy aimed at preventing violence against women and girls at the local, regional, and national levels.
\nPromote legal and policy reforms that address VAWG, including the development of laws, policies, and services that prevent violence and protect women and girl\u2019s rights.
\nAdvocate for the adoption of gender transformative laws and practices within public and private institutions that impact women and girls, including justice systems, education, and healthcare.<\/p>\n
Campaigns and Public Awareness:<\/p>\n
Lead the creation and execution of public awareness campaigns to raise awareness about the causes, impact, and prevention of VAWG.
\nCoordinate events, workshops, and media campaigns to mobilize communities, raise public awareness, and shift social norms surrounding violence against women and girls.
\nDevelop and disseminate information and educational materials related to VAWG prevention and rights protection.<\/p>\n
Stakeholder Engagement and Networking:<\/p>\n
Build and maintain partnerships with key stakeholders including government ministries, law enforcement, Shari\u2019a, Islamic supreme council, international organizations, local NGOs, community groups, and civil society actors to strengthen advocacy efforts.
\nEngage with national and local policymakers, civil society organizations, and grassroots networks to create a unified, coordinated approach to preventing violence against women and girls.
\nRepresent the organization in national and international forums, conferences, and meetings related to VAWG and women\u2019s rights.<\/p>\n
Capacity Building and Training:<\/p>\n
Organize and lead capacity-building initiatives and training sessions for key stakeholders (e.g., government representatives, law enforcement, healthcare providers, educators, and community leaders) to increase their understanding of VAWG and the best practices in prevention and response.
\nProvide technical assistance and resources to local partners on integrating VAWG prevention strategies into their programs and policies.
\nFacilitate workshops on gender equality, women\u2019s rights, and VAWG prevention with community groups and other stakeholders.<\/p>\n
Communications and Media Outreach:<\/p>\n
Develop and maintain a media strategy to increase public awareness of VAWG and advocate for change at zonal and regional level
\nEngage with media outlets to ensure accurate reporting on VAWG issues, and help drive media narratives that challenge harmful gender norms and violence.
\nManage social media platforms and online campaigns to spread awareness, share resources, and drive engagement on VAWG issues.<\/p>\n
Project Monitoring and Reporting:<\/p>\n
Monitor and evaluate the impact of advocacy campaigns and activities, providing regular reports and updates to donors, stakeholders, and senior management.
\noversee and ensure the efficient allocation and utilization of resources, ensuring that all financial activities align with the project or organizational goals. This involves regularly tracking expenditures, comparing actual costs to budget forecasts, and identifying any discrepancies or potential risks.
\nPrepare detailed donor reports on advocacy progress, policy changes, lessons learned, and recommendations for future action.<\/p>\n
About You<\/p>\n
Qualifications:<\/p>\n
Education:<\/p>\n
A Bachelor\u2019s degree in Gender Studies, Social Work, International Relations, Law, Public Health, or a related field (Master\u2019s degree preferred).<\/p>\n
Experience:<\/p>\n
Minimum of 5-8 years of experience in gender equality, VAWG prevention, women\u2019s rights advocacy, or related fields.
\nProven track record in designing and implementing advocacy campaigns, particularly in the areas of gender-based violence, women\u2019s rights, or social justice.
\nExperience in advocacy and surveys
\nExperience working with international development organizations, NGOs, government agencies, or civil society groups.<\/p>\n
Skills and Competencies:<\/p>\n
Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to engage and influence diverse audiences.
\nStrong analytical and research skills, including the ability to synthesize information, generate insights, and evaluate advocacy outcomes.
\nDemonstrated ability to lead and work effectively with multi-disciplinary teams.
\nKnowledge of VAWG, gender transformative approaches, and international frameworks for women\u2019s rights and protection.
\nAbility to work independently, manage multiple priorities, and meet deadlines.
\nProficiency in English
\nSomali Language as mandatory<\/p>\n
Personal Attributes:<\/p>\n
Deep commitment to gender equality and social justice.
\nStrong interpersonal skills and the ability to build trust with partners, stakeholders, and communities.
\nEmpathy, cultural sensitivity, and an understanding of the challenges faced by women and girls, especially those affected by violence.
\nAbility to work in challenging, diverse, and multicultural environments.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":2,"featured_media":0,"template":"","meta":{"_promoted":"","_job_location":"","_application":"","_company_name":"UGAASO","_company_website":"","_company_tagline":"","_company_twitter":"","_company_video":"","_filled":0,"_featured":0,"_remote_position":0,"_job_salary":"","_job_salary_currency":"","_job_salary_unit":""},"job_listing_region":[11],"job-categories":[],"job-types":[12],"class_list":{"0":"post-941","1":"job_listing","2":"type-job_listing","3":"status-expired","4":"hentry","5":"job_listing_region-ethiopia","7":"job-type-full-time"},"jetpack_sharing_enabled":true,"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/jobs.dataaxisnode.com\/ethiopia\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/job-listings\/941","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/jobs.dataaxisnode.com\/ethiopia\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/job-listings"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/jobs.dataaxisnode.com\/ethiopia\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/job_listing"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/jobs.dataaxisnode.com\/ethiopia\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/2"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/jobs.dataaxisnode.com\/ethiopia\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=941"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"job_listing_region","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/jobs.dataaxisnode.com\/ethiopia\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/job_listing_region?post=941"},{"taxonomy":"job_listing_category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/jobs.dataaxisnode.com\/ethiopia\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/job-categories?post=941"},{"taxonomy":"job_listing_type","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/jobs.dataaxisnode.com\/ethiopia\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/job-types?post=941"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}