Gender and Social Inclusion Specialist - Benin (French Fluency) Job in Benin

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Power & Renewables - ESG and Sustainability

Gender and Social Inclusion Specialist - Benin (French Fluency)

GENDER-BENIN2025_1737025269

Benin, Africa

Permanent

Up to $10000 per month

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Jan 16, 2025

Gender and Social Inclusion Specialist - Benin

Our client is current undertaking major infrastructure project in West Africa, with internal Donor. For this project they are seeking: Gender and Social Inclusion Specialist

Qualifications and Experience
The Gender and Social Inclusion Specialist must meet the following qualifications and experience requirements:

A minimum of a bachelor's degree (BAC + 3) and preferably a graduate degree in social sciences or a related discipline (anthropology, sociology, women's studies/poverty, public policy, community or economic development, etc.).
A minimum of eight (08) years of relevant experience in integrating the gender and/or social inclusion approach in large-scale infrastructure projects.
Experience in preparing, conducting, or reviewing social impact assessments or similar studies, including issues relating to resettlement, compensation, and livelihood restoration, with a focus on women's inclusion and empowerment, is highly desirable.
Proven experience in countries in West Africa.
Experience in the road sector is an asset.

Skills and Knowledge

Familiarity with the application of international best practices and methodologies for social studies, with a preference for knowledge of SFI (Standards for Financial Institutions) standards.
Demonstrated experience working in participatory community development and consultative methods.

Language Requirements

Fluency in French is required.
Fluency in at least one of the main local languages will be an asset.

Salary: Negotiable depending on experience

Location: The Specialist must be based in Benin for the duration of the respective contracts.

The successful candidate will play a critical role in ensuring that gender and social inclusion considerations are integrated into project design and implementation, aligning with international best practices and local contexts.

ewi is committed to equality in the workplace and is an equal opportunity employer. ewi is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.

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GENDER-BENIN2025_1737025269

Benin, Africa

Permanent

Up to $10000 per month

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