• A master’s university degree – or equivalent – in a relevant field such as social sciences, international development, human rights, gender studies, public policy, international relations, or a related discipline, combined with at least 15 years of relevant and qualifying experience, including at least 5 years in executive leadership and at least 10 years of experience including movement building, partnership development and regranting/grant-making.

• Ability to develop and lead an equitable, accessible and movement-informed regranting strategy that shifts resources to LGBTI organisations and communities, including those that face structural barriers to accessing institutional funding.
• Strategic and in-depth understanding of SOGIESC issues, cross-movement, and partnership work globally
• Ability to conceptualise, oversee and implement complex, intersectional, movement and partnership-based work including in a membership-based organisation
• Ability to manage the development and implementation of monitoring, evaluation, learning, and sub-granting processes
• Sensitivity and know-how in navigating the complex politics around LGBTI issues, both within and outside the movement
• A strong commitment to the rights and dignity of LGBTI persons
• An understanding of how to approach work intersectionally: to eliminate all intersecting forms of oppression, stigma, and discrimination
• The ability to manage complex SOGIESC community dynamics and be a bridge builder to other human rights and social justice movements
• A deep understanding of movements, civil society, and social justice organising with a focus on countries of the global majority

• Fluency in Arabic and English is mandatory. Proficiency in French will be considered an asset. 
• Relevant university degree (e.g. political science, social science, gender studies, psychology, sociology) with 5 years of relevant work experience in a comparable context.  
• Experience in project management and implementation in Sudan and neighbouring countries.  
• Experience in engaging with survivors of SGBV/CRSV or other victims of grave violations. 
• Excellent problem-solving skills.  
• Strong writing and communication skills.  
• Flexibility, independence, problem solving attitude, reliability and commitment to the objectives of the Foundation.  
• High ethical standards of behaviour, good judgment, respect for others, diplomatic skills, confidentiality and attention to detail.  
• Candidates with experience in working with civil society organisations, grassroots organisations, and/or activist movements will be considered an asset

• PhD in Rural Sociology, Gender Studies, Anthropology, Feminist Economics, Development Economics, Agricultural Economics, Geography, or related fields.
• 2-3 years’ experience at Post-doctoral Fellow level in IRRI /
• 2-5 years post PhD relevant work experience for external candidates
• Preferably with experience in gender research, digital inclusion, agricultural innovation systems, or related areas

• Deep grounding in theoretical and analytical frameworks related to gender and social equity, especially in the Global South.
• Proven experience in designing and implementing mixed-methods research, including quantitative and/or qualitative approaches and participatory methodologies.
• Strong publication record in international peer-reviewed journals, with additional documented contributions to high-quality knowledge outputs.
• Demonstrated ability to collaborate effectively with diverse stakeholders including CGIAR centers, research institutions, government agencies, nonprofits, and private sector partners.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills in English, with capacities for producing scientific reports, donor proposals, and communication materials for diverse audiences.
• Experience managing R4D projects, including work planning, budgeting, implementation, coordination, monitoring, and reporting.
• Strong interpersonal skills, with demonstrated success working in multicultural and multidisciplinary teams.

• At least an MA or MSc degree in a relevant field. A PhD will be considered a relevant asset and account to the years of professional experience;
• Knowledge and interest for EU affairs and political sensitivity;
• At least 5 years professional experience in a field connected to Gender Equality;
• Proven expertise in quantitative and qualitative research, data analyses and surveys design;
• Capacity to follow developments at international, European, national, regional and local levels, and analyse relevant trends across political, economic and social dimensions;
• Experience in designing, overseeing and managing multi-stakeholders’ projects;
• Written and oral proficiency in English and in a second European language. Any additional European language will be considered an asset;
• Proven ability to draft analysis, research and policy recommendations;
• A strong set of soft skills, with specific reference to:
  • Innovative and out-of-the-box thinking;
  • High organisational and time-management skills;
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills;
  • Advanced interpersonal and social skills;
  • Exceptional team player with the ability to contribute positively to a team;
  • Ability to work under pressure and tight deadlines.
• Readiness to travel and adapt to flexible working hours.

ABOUT THE OPPORTUNITY

WHAT YOU WILL NEED

• A minimum of 10 years of relevant experience working on advancing gender and sexuality rights in concrete ways, combining policy analysis and implementation experience with an emphasis on the Global South.
• Exceptional leadership presence internally and externally and recognition as a leader within the gender field with extensive engagement with Global South networks.
• Analysis of how power and identity intersect in Global South contexts and a clear track record of ensuring those most affected by inequality help shape solutions.
• Ability to lead, partner, and build with donors and civil society, demonstrating systems thinking ability and a track record of successful collaborations.
• Intellectual agility and ability to analyze evidence, think critically about what actually leads to endurable social change, and understand data directly relevant to programmatic funding areas.
• Demonstrated people management and team management skills, including the ability to build, lead, and coach a globally distributed workforce.
• Strong administrative and fiscal management skills, including experience managing budgets.
• Strong communication skills—active listening, constructive verbal and written skills, and strong public presentation skills in English.
• A graduate level degree in a related field (or equivalent education and experience).

• Strong experience conducting evidence reviews, evidence synthesis, or landscape/mapping studies, on gender, social norms, and SRHR-related topics. 
• Demonstrated understanding of gender equality and inclusion measurement, including familiarity with standardised gender-attitude, KAP, or social-norms measurement approaches. 
• Experience designing measurement or evaluation methodologies for federated, multi-country, or multi-stakeholder organisations. 
• Demonstrated ability to both design and implement a research methodology end to end, including leading or coordinating multi-country data collection (surveys, interviews, and/or focus groups) and conducting the resulting quantitative and/or qualitative analysis. 

• PhD in Economics or a closely related field preferred. Exceptionally strong candidates with a master’s degree and substantial relevant experience may also be considered.
• Typically 1 to 5 years of relevant post-qualification experience in applied economic research, policy analysis, or consulting with expertise in at least one domain central to the CGME agenda.
• Strong empirical and analytical skills, with demonstrated ability to work with data and tackle complex policy questions.
• Clear and effective writing skills, with the ability to produce outputs for both technical and policy audiences.
• Ability to work independently while also functioning effectively in a collaborative research environment.
• Good organisational and time-management skills.