Responsibilities: 

• Support compilation of gender and inclusive development literature (especially those in hard copy only- i.e., government policies).
• Lead communication with local stakeholders in interviews, site visits, and other projects
• Developing data collection schedule (in coordination with USAID).
• Translating data collection instruments (as necessary).
• Support in-country leading the data collection, including organizing meetings with Cameroonian stakeholders and government stakeholders.
• Support data transcription and analysis.
• Support the facilitation of a validation workshop.
• Support draft findings and recommendations from the analysis.
• Review final report and help incorporate USAID feedback.

The day-to-day management direction and oversight for this position will be provided by designated members of USAID/Cameroon staff.

As a contractor, this position will not perform “inherently governmental functions,” including the supervision of non-contractor personnel, or the signature/approval/authorization of commitments on behalf of the US Government.

Qualifications:

• Master’s degree in an appropriate area of specialization, plus at least 8 years of relevant professional experience, or a Ph.D. in a relevant area of study and 3 years of experience.
• Possess extensive, enterprise-wide knowledge and experience with gender analysis, and gender integration in programming and/or in one or more sectors including Agriculture and Food Security; Climate and Natural Resource Management; Conflict & Insecurity; Democracy; Human Rights, & Governance; Economic Growth; Global Health; and Water, Sanitation, & Hygiene.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills required.
• Fluency in French and working English required.
• Ability to translate from French to English.
• Ability to prepare and deliver quality documents, presentations, and briefings to executive management.
• Strong work ethic with a solid customer service focus.
• Strong attention to detail.
• Ability to work well independently and as part of a team.
•  Ability to multitask in a fast-paced, deadline-driven, and high visibility environment.
• Familiarity with Microsoft and Google Suite of products.
• Compliance with all Federal or Agency COVID requirements to access Agency facilities, such as vaccination/public health requirements.
• U.S. Government/USAID experience or knowledge of how USAID works preferred.
• Experience working with partner government representatives, international organizations, civil society organizations, donors, or implementing development partners preferred.
• Knowledge of Cameroon’s sector specific topics are an added advantage, to include health, democracy, rights, and governance, and humanitarian assistance preferred.
• Experience working in a broader international development context and the crisis affected areas of Cameroon is a plus.

Come join our energetic and innovative team! We offer you the opportunity to play a leading role in the growth of our company, work as part of a creative and committed team, and make a difference in the well-being of our world.

To learn more about Social Impact, please visit our website: http://www.socialimpact.com.

SI is an EEO/AA/ADA Veterans Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status.

Only selected candidates will be contacted for an interview. Please, no phone calls.