Project Description:

Deloitte Consulting is the implementing partner for the USAID-funded Urja Nepal Project based in Kathmandu. This position is under Deloitte Consulting Overseas Projects LLC. The purpose of Urja Nepal is to create a financially viable electricity sector that provides affordable, reliable and secure power and enables the entry of private investment into the Nepali market. This is a one-year, part-time position based in Kathmandu, with the option for extension.

Responsibilities: 

• Design and implement activities to increase participation in the energy sector for vulnerable groups such as women, ethnic minorities, and low cast groups.
• Review proposed activities to assess potential GESI impacts and make suggestions to achieve GESI-related goals and targets.
• Review project deliverables, communications products, and other materials from a gender equality and social inclusion perspective as requested by project leadership.
• Contribute to project work plan, capacity building and other technical activities and deliverables, especially through bringing a GESI lens.
• Design, implement, and monitor outcomes of GESI activities.
• Coordinate with the MEL specialist to ensure GESI indicators and data are appropriately collected.
• Coordinate with the Communications Specialist to ensure that the project is undertaking effective outreach and behavior change communication as necessary.
• Plan and conduct trainings with Urja Nepal staff, counterparts, and beneficiaries on issues related to gender equality and social inclusion within the energy sector.

Professional Qualifications and/or Experience:

• Fluent in written and spoken Nepali and English.
• Bachelor’s Degree in a relevant discipline.
• Minimum of 5 years of professional experience, including 3 years in similar role(s) supporting gender and social inclusion-related activities for development projects (USAID experience is strongly preferred).
• Demonstrated experience designing and implementing gender-focused development programming, particularly within the energy, infrastructure, or climate sectors.
• Demonstrated knowledge and understanding of gender, minority, and vulnerable population issues relevant to the Nepali context.
• Solid understanding of relevant USAID or other donor GESI policies, programs, and initiatives.
• Experience coordinating communications activities for donor projects and/or organizations is preferred, including developing and implementing a communications strategy, writing and editing communications materials like success stories, and ensuring compliance with donor branding requirements.
• Sound computer skills including knowledge of Microsoft Office® applications, particularly Word and PowerPoint.

Interpersonal Skills:

• Self-starter, willing to take initiative, remain accountable, take ownership of work products, and escalate issues as appropriate.
• Team player; willing to take direction from project management and work with others.
• Strong writing, organizational, and interpersonal skills.
• Flexible and adaptive personality.

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