GEDSI Adviser

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Abt Global

  • Career category: Programme/ Project design & management
  • Job type: Job
  • Experience level: 5-10 years
  • Organisation type: Consultancy
  • Remote option: No
  • Right to work requirements: Right to work required in advance
  • Remuneration: Remuneration not disclosed
  • Work schedule: Full-time
  • Length of contract: Temporary/ Fixed-term
  • Deadline: 05/03/2026
  • Location: Fiji
Gender equality and Social inclusion (GESI) Generic (e.g. 'gender focal point' role
Background

The Ministry of I-Taukei Affairs, in partnership with the I-Taukei Affairs Board, is committed to advancing Gender Equality, Disability, and Social Inclusion (GEDSI) across its policies, programs, and services for Fiji’s Indigenous communities. The Ministry is developing a comprehensive GEDSI Policy and seeks technical support to ensure the policy is robust, actionable, and aligned with the Government of Fiji’s Policies, Legislation, and Acts, as well as international best practice.

Key Responsibilities

Under the direct supervision of the Ministry of I-Taukei’s Permanent Secretary, and with the day-to-day oversight and collaboration provided by the Development Division, the Adviser is expected to undertake the following tasks:

Review and Finalise the GEDSI Policy
  • Review existing draft(s) and relevant documents.
  • Facilitate consultations with the Ministry Staff, Board and key stakeholders to gather input and build consensus.
  • Incorporate feedback and ensure alignment with the Ministry of Women’s Gender Policy and relevant national/international standards.
  • Finalise the GEDSI Policy for the Ministry and Board’s consideration and endorsement.

Develop a GEDSI Strategy and Action Plan
  • Lead the design of a practical Strategy and Action Plan to operationalise the GEDSI Policy.
  • Identify clear objectives, activities, timelines, responsible parties, and resources.
  • Ensure the Action Plan is realistic, measurable, and responsive to the operation of the Ministry and Boards and also respond to the needs of I-Taukei communities.

Create a Monitoring Framework
  • Develop a framework with indicators and tools to track implementation and outcomes of the GEDSI Policy and Action Plan.
  • Build the capacity of Ministry staff to use the framework for ongoing monitoring, reporting, and learning.

Develop Communication and Training Materials
  • Prepare user-friendly materials to communicate the GEDSI Policy and Strategy to staff, stakeholders, and communities.
  • Design and deliver (or support delivery of) GEDSI awareness and training sessions for Ministry staff and partners.

Facilitate Validation and Feedback
  • Organise and facilitate validation workshops and feedback sessions with the Board and key stakeholders.
  • Incorporate feedback into final deliverables.

Ensure Complementarity
  • Ensure all outputs complement and reinforce the Ministry’s Gender Policy and other relevant frameworks.

 Key Deliverables: 
  • Finalised GEDSI Policy document.
  • GEDSI Strategy and Action Plan.
  • Monitoring and Evaluation Framework (with indicators and tools).
  • Communication materials (e.g., policy briefs, posters, presentations).
  • GEDSI training materials and session reports.
  • Workshop/consultation reports and summary of feedback.

Selection Criteria:

Qualifications
  • Advanced degree in Gender Studies, Social Inclusion, Development Studies, Public Policy, or related field.
  • Minimum 7–10 years in GEDSI policy development, strategy design, and implementation.
  • Demonstrated expertise in GEDSI policy development and implementation.
  • Experience facilitating policy consultations and working with Indigenous or community-based stakeholders.
  • Expertise in policy analysis, strategic planning, and monitoring frameworks.
  • Strong skills in strategy, action planning, and monitoring & evaluation.
  • Ability to design training and communication materials.
  • Excellent communication and training skills.
  • Strong written and verbal communication.

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