Mercy Corps is looking for a Gender and Safeguarding Advisor to join our team in Pakistan. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in gender and safeguarding, as well as experience working in the development sector.

Responsibilities:

• Identify gender and safeguarding issues/challenges/risks within Mercy Corps’ programs and develop ways to address them.
• Provide technical inputs to integrate gender and safeguarding considerations into Mercy Corps’ policies, procedures, and programs.
• Ensure that Mercy Corps’ gender and safeguarding policies are implemented effectively across all programs.
• Identify capacity-building needs for Mercy Corps staff and partners, and develop and implement capacity-building plans.
• Monitor partner organizations’ compliance with Mercy Corps’ gender and safeguarding policies.
• Serve as a reporting focal point for safeguarding-related issues and concerns.
• Provide support to program participants to ensure their safety and well-being.
• Raise awareness of safeguarding among Mercy Corps staff and partners.
• Advise senior management on gender and safeguarding matters.
• Represent Mercy Corps at relevant forums and build relationships with key stakeholders.

Qualifications:

• Master’s degree in gender studies, social work, or a related field.
• 5-8 years of experience working in gender and safeguarding in development programs.
• Experience implementing safeguarding efforts in NGOs.
• Strong understanding of gender and safeguarding principles and best practices.
• Ability to work cross-culturally and build relationships with a variety of stakeholders.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills in English and Urdu.

Benefits:

• Competitive salary and benefits package.
• Opportunity to work with a leading international non-profit organization.
• Chance to make a real difference in the lives of people in Pakistan.

If you are a passionate and experienced gender and safeguarding professional, we encourage you to apply!