Gender Equality and Social Inclusion Officer(Maternity Cover)

Mercy Corps is seeking a Gender Equality and Social Inclusion Officer to support their program in Ethiopia. The successful candidate will work to promote gender equality and social inclusion in the Somali region, with a focus on pastoralist communities. The officer will be responsible for implementing and coordinating field-level activities to ensure the quality and timely delivery of planned activities.

Requirements

• BA in sociology, Gender Study, Development studies and Social Science
• Three Years work experience in Gender experience, worked in Protection and GBV similar organizations
• Prior experience working with pastoralist communities, in Ethiopia especially in the Somali region
• Effective verbal and written communication, multi-tasking, organizational, prioritization skills
• Ability to work comfortably, effectively and creatively in areas of variable security
• Multi-tasking, organization, and prioritization skill
• Fluent in English and Somali languages (capable in all require basic skills: reading, listening, speaking and writing)
• Computer literate especially in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook)

Benefits

• Generous Paid Time Off
• 401k Matching
• Retirement Plan
• Visa Sponsorship
• Four Day Work Week
• Generous Parental Leave
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Relocation Assistance