Co-Creation Hub Africa (CcHUB) is currently seeking a skilled and passionate Gender Manager to lead and support the integration of gender equality into all aspects of the organization’s work.
Co-creation Hub is Africa’s top organization for building technology innovation ecosystems. Their goal is to speed up the use of science, technology, and social capital to make Africa’s economies stronger.
Read on to learn everything you need to know about the eligibility criteria, job responsibilities and application mode for the Gender Manager’s role at Co-Creation Hub Africa (CcHUB)
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Summary of Gender Manager at Co-Creation Hub Africa (CcHUB)
| Company | Co-Creation Hub Africa (CcHUB) |
| Category | Jobs |
| Employee Type: | Full time |
| Job Title | Gender Manager |
| Years of Experience | 5 years |
| Job location | Herbert Macaulay Way, Lagos 101245, Lagos, Nigeria |
| End Date: | No deadline |
About Co-Creation Hub Africa (CcHUB)
CcHUB is a multifunctional, multipurpose space that serves as an open living lab and pre-incubation space. Its purpose is to facilitate the development of innovative social tech ventures. The HUB is a platform that enables technologists, social entrepreneurs, government officials, tech companies, impact investors, and hackers in and around Africa to collaborate on the development of innovative solutions to the numerous social issues that plague the continent.
We are the premier enabler of the pan-African creative and innovation ecosystem. Our dream is to expedite the implementation of technology and social capital in order to promote economic prosperity throughout Africa. Read more about Co-Creation Hub Africa.
Job Purpose
- Co-Creation Hub (CcHUB) is looking for a qualified and enthusiastic Gender Manager to lead and assist the integration of gender equality into all elements of the organization’s operations. The Gender Manager, who reports to the Safeguarding, Gender, and Child Protection Specialist, will be responsible for ensuring that gender considerations are effectively mainstreamed across CcHUB’s diverse portfolio of projects and practices, which includes EdTech, Design for Health, Research, Startup Support, Design Lab, Community Support, Admin Team, and Learning Science, among other things.
- This position will also work closely with the DEI Manager to ensure an intersectional approach to safeguarding and gender equity throughout CcHUB’s operations in Nigeria, Kenya, Rwanda, Namibia, and other locations.
- The Gender Manager will be in charge of providing technical support, conducting gender audits, assisting with gender-responsive proposal creation, and promoting CcHUB’s thought leadership in gender mainstreaming within the tech and innovation ecosystem.
Duties and Responsibilities of Gender Manager at Co-Creation Hub Africa (CcHUB)
Gender Mainstreaming Across CcHUB Programs
- Ensure that gender-sensitive techniques are used in the design, execution, and assessment of all CcHUB programs and projects.
- Collaborate with program teams to undertake gender analysis, ensuring that all genders’ unique needs and goals are evaluated and handled.
- Collaborate with the Safeguarding, Gender, and Child Protection Specialist to link gender mainstreaming initiatives with safeguarding requirements, ensuring that all interventions are safe and inclusive.
- Support gender-sensitive monitoring and evaluation (M&E) methods to assess the efficacy of gender initiatives and identify areas for improvement.
Intersectionality in Gender and Safety
- Collaborate with the DEI Manager to ensure that gender and protection are addressed from an intersectional perspective in all CcHUB practices and units.
- To address various and overlapping vulnerabilities, ensure that gender mainstreaming efforts take into account the intersections of other identities, such as age, disability, ethnicity, and socioeconomic status.
- Train and support internal teams on the intersectionality approach and how it improves gender equity and protection throughout CcHUB’s operations.
Gender Audits and Action Plans.
- Lead the design and execution of gender audits throughout CcHUB’s programs and operations to determine the level of gender sensitivity and inclusivity in current policies and procedures.
- Create and implement action plans based on gender audit results to increase gender equity in programs, operations, and internal procedures.
- Regularly evaluate and update gender policies and practices in partnership with key stakeholders to ensure they are in line with changing gender norms, standards, and best practices.
Gender-Responsive Proposal Development.
- Provide technical assistance to teams developing gender-responsive proposals, ensuring that project designs address gender disparities and promote women’s empowerment.
- Examine program plans and budgets to ensure that sufficient funding is provided for gender mainstreaming activities and gender-specific interventions.
- Collaborate with the Safeguarding, Gender, and Child Protection Specialist and other team members to ensure that all plans include safeguarding and gender-sensitive elements.
Capacity Building and Training
- Create and implement gender-sensitive training and capacity-building workshops for CcHUB employees, partners, and stakeholders to help them better understand and apply gender equity concepts.
- Provide continuing mentorship and technical support to program teams on gender mainstreaming initiatives, ensuring that gender issues are included in project planning and execution.
- Create gender-responsive toolkits, guidelines, and tools for internal and external use, thereby raising awareness and capability on gender issues.
Thought Leadership and Advocacy
- Contribute to CcHUB’s increasing reputation as a thought leader on gender mainstreaming in Africa’s technology and innovation ecosystems.
- Create and share case studies, papers, and other knowledge products demonstrating CcHUB’s gender mainstreaming initiatives and impact.
- Represent CcHUB in external forums, conferences, and networks dedicated to gender equity, innovation, and technology, sharing lessons learned and advocating best practices in gender mainstreaming.
- Advocate for gender-sensitive policies and practices in the broader technology and innovation ecosystem, participating in regional and worldwide gender equity discussions.
Partnership and Collaboration
- Establish and maintain ties with important stakeholders, such as government agencies, donors, civil society organizations, and business sector partners, to promote gender equity and safeguarding in all collaborations.
- Collaborate with local and international partners to develop gender-sensitive programs, and ensure that CcHUB’s gender mainstreaming approach aligns with partner expectations and worldwide best practices.
- Support collaborative advocacy activities and collaborations to promote gender-responsive innovation and technology solutions throughout Africa.
Qualifications for Gender Manager at Co-Creation Hub Africa (CcHUB)
- A minimum of five years of relevant experience in gender equity, women’s empowerment, gender mainstreaming, or a similar discipline, preferably in Africa.
- Experience planning, executing, and evaluating gender-sensitive initiatives and projects, ideally in the technology, innovation, or development sectors.
- Gender audits, gender analysis, and gender-responsive interventions and action plans have all been proven to be effective.
- Strong awareness of intersectionality and how it applies to safeguarding, particularly in terms of gender, disability, race, age, and socioeconomic position.
- Experience developing capacity and delivering training to various audiences on gender equity, gender mainstreaming, and safeguarding.
- Excellent communication and partnership-building skills, as well as the ability to effectively collaborate with internal teams, partners, donors, and stakeholders.
- Understanding of the gender and protection frameworks, laws, and policies in African countries, particularly Nigeria, Kenya, Rwanda, and Namibia.
Skill and Attributes
- A degree in gender studies, social sciences, human rights, international development, or a similar discipline.
- A successful track record of promoting gender equity in varied, ethnic settings.
- Experience designing gender-responsive project proposals and creating advocacy materials.
- Ability to work both alone and collaboratively in a fast-paced, dynamic setting.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities, as well as the capacity for critical and strategic thinking.
- A dedication to gender equality, human rights, and social justice.
Note: Please be aware that this is an onsite position that will be based in our office in Sabo Yaba, Lagos.
Mode of Application
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