Senior Gender Equality and Social Inclusion Specialist - Energy & Climate
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ICF is seeking a Gender Equality and Social Inclusion Specialist to join its International Green Transition consulting team, which works on a range of international consulting programmes with a focus on achieving new zero emissions in a socially equitable manner. Our principal client is the UK FCDO, with substantial work undertaken for other donors and development banks with Gender Equality and Social Inclusion as a fundamental principle underpinning their green transition initiatives.
We are seeking an individual, preferably from a business background, with the following attributes:
Proven knowledge of how to develop holistic, gender sensitive/transformative and inclusive programmes/projects, especially in technical areas related to climate change/green recovery and decarbonisation/energy as well as urban planning.
Knowledge of key concepts of gender equality and inclusion, including a proven capacity to integrate them into project strategies, proposals, reports, resources, and external communications.
Strong organizational and time management skills; can support the project cycle using appropriate tools and approaches.
Contributes to the successful execution of bids and projects.
Experience working on technical assistance projects, supporting integration of GESI into policy development and implementation, and in accountable and participatory Governance. Specific experience developing GESI Assessments and Action Plans, as well as supporting local governments on GESI-Responsive Climate Change or Local Economic Development Strategies particularly relevant.
Capacity to organise consultations and support participatory engagement, as well as manage stakeholders’ networks and communities of practice.
capacity building support for GESI integration in programming, design, and organizational processes.
Provide technical guidance to colleagues and stakeholders with a varied understanding of GESI throughout the project cycle, including developing guidance and training materials, needs assessments, program design, start-up, implementation, phase-out, communications, reporting, monitoring and evaluation, and ad-hoc needs.
Work collaboratively with a wide range of stakeholders to develop, design, and implement projects.
Contribute to the production and creation of project deliverables that meet client expectations and project outcomes.
Maintain relationships with clients, sub-contractors, partners, and associates on ongoing projects.
Qualifications and Experience
Minimum of 6 years’ recent, relevant experience working on GESI mainstreaming in international development projects, supported by multilateral, bilateral, foundations; experience integrating GESI into private sector also interesting.
Experience working in the fields of climate change, energy, urban development, green transition.
Experience in a profit-making environment preferred.
Master’s degree or equivalent in the Social Sciences (e.g., gender, human rights, international development or other relevant subjects)
Fluency in spoken and written English. The ability to work in other languages is desirable.
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About us:
Working at ICF means applying a passion for meaningful work with intellectual rigor to help solve the leading issues of our day. Smart, compassionate, innovative, committed, ICF employees tackle unprecedented challenges to benefit people, businesses, and governments around the globe. We believe in collaboration, mutual respect, open communication, and opportunity for growth.
We can only solve the world's toughest challenges by building an inclusive workplace that allows everyone to thrive. We are committed to creating a culture where we embrace our differences in ideas and identities. Together, our employees are empowered to share their expertise and collaborate with others to achieve personal and professional goals.
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The benefits of joining ICF:
Our people at ICF are our most important asset, so we invest in them from the moment they arrive. When you join our team, you’ll have access to a vast array of benefits to help you live your life well.
We offer a hybrid working policy, which will provide you with the flexibility to collaborate in the office, as well as in the comfort of your own home, ensuring you are able to successfully deliver the requirements of your role.
To support you, our employee wellbeing hub is designed to provide highly personalised support across a comprehensive range of wellbeing issues, such as mind, body, finances, community, career programs and HR support.
We enjoy celebrating success, which is why we have a competitive recognition program called ‘You Matter’, which awards points as a ‘thank you’ for your work achievements. These can be spent on a large variety of high-quality items, as well as online or high-street vouchers, all with zero tax payable by the employee.
ICF also offers a range of competitive benefits, which include:
- Single Private Medical Insurance cover with no restrictions on existing conditions.
- Dental insurance and an online GP service.
- 25 days annual leave, plus UK bank holidays (annual leave increases with years of service).
- Pension scheme with 5% of salary employer contribution
- Life assurance paying 4x annual salary and Group Income Protection paying 66% of salary for up to 5 years if you are off work on long-term sick.
- Enhanced parental leave policies, enhanced maternity, paternity, adoption, and shared parental pay.
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