Minimum Qualifications and Experience:

Essential

• A PhD degree in social sciences or a related field (e.g., gender and women’s studies, sociology, anthropology, development studies, geography, and environmental studies) with three years of relevant experience. A master’s degree in gender studies, social sciences, or related field with five years of experience in research and development, will be accepted in lieu of the PhD degree
• Strong experience in applying GESI concepts, analysis, and approaches in development programmes, particularly in the fields of climate change, air pollution, disaster risk reduction (DRR), river basin management and water governance, etc. and experience in qualitative and quantitative GESI research methods and the development and implementation of gender analysis and conceptual research frameworks.
• Strong understanding of gender-responsive methodologies and approaches and conducting gender and social analysis that is meaningful and delivers outcomes and impacts.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, including excellent written and verbal communication skills in English
• Excellent interpersonal skills and a proven ability to work collaboratively in multidisciplinary and diverse teams and manage relationships with diverse stakeholders.
• Experience working with a variety of communities in South Asia or the HKH region
• Motivated and able to travel to remote areas of the HKH mountain region as required.

Preferred

• Demonstrated expertise in interdisciplinary approaches, with hands-on experience at both field and policy levels, and a deep understanding of mountain development and GESI (Gender Equality and Social Inclusion) issues within the Hindu Kush Himalayan region
• Authored publications or managed large-scale communications on GESI and development issues in climate change, environment, water, DRR, air pollution.

Reporting and Supervising:

The GESI Specialist will report to the Strategic Group 1 Lead but will be primarily delivering into the work and activities of the two Action Areas within Strategic Group 1. The GESI Specialist will be advised and guided by of the GESI Lead, mainly with respect to institutional GESI work and meeting the necessary standards for GESI at ICIMOD. The specialist will collaborate with various other teams – i.e. other Strategic Groups, Action Areas, and units, as relevant.

Location:

You will be working in a cross-cultural, impact-oriented environment at ICIMOD’s head office in Kathmandu, Nepal. Frequent travel in the HKH region will be required. Kathmandu is a lively and exciting place to live. People are friendly, living costs are comparatively inexpensive, food is delicious (with a range of local and international cuisines), and there are good local and international schools and a low crime rate. Nepal offers amazing trekking trails, white water rafting, and safaris, combined with a rich culture and charming yet lively nightlife.

Duration:

Three years, with a probation period of six months. There is a possibility of extension subject to performance and ICIMOD’s future funding levels.

Remuneration:

This is an international position at ICIMOD. Remuneration is commensurate with experience and qualifications. Salaries and benefits at ICIMOD are competitive compared with other international organisations. We offer a comprehensive benefits package, which includes a provident fund, health insurance, severance pay, children’s education grant, and paid leave (30 holidays and 10 public holidays per year).

For expatriates, there is a tax exemption in Nepal; they are responsible for their home country’s tax payments. Expatriate staff are entitled to housing allowance, annual home leave ticket, shipment of personal effects, and an installation and removal allowance.

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