Vacancies at WMC<\/p>\n
We are looking for a Program Manager and a Program Officer for Gender and Political Economy domain<\/p>\n
Women and Media Collective (WMC) is looking for a Program Manager and a Program Officer who are passionate about the rights of women and gender equality, to work on the program area focusing on Unpaid Care Work related issues<\/p>\n
Brief on Unpaid Care Work Project,<\/p>\n
The project, under the domain Gender and Political Economy, will address Unpaid Care Work in Sri Lanka. The aim is to improve the enabling environment, including care policies and infrastructure to recognize, reduce and redistribute care work. Project implementation will be carried out in the northern, eastern, north central, north western, western, central and southern provinces with selected women\u2019s rights organisations.<\/p>\n
The selected candidates are expected to work under the supervision of Director Programs \u2013 Gender and Political Economy.<\/p>\n
PROGRAM MANAGER<\/p>\n
Key Responsibilities<\/p>\n
\uf0b7 Design and develop program strategies for the implementation of the Gender and Political Economy
\ndomain.
\n\uf0b7 Manage the monitoring and reporting of the program\/ project
\n\uf0b7 Build partnerships and provide support in developing resource mobilization strategies
\n\uf0b7 Contribute to development of Technical Support as required
\n\uf0b7 Manage advocacy, knowledge building and communication efforts
\n\uf0b7 Manage the project activity budget
\n\uf0b7 Travel, as required, to program implementation locations
\nCompetencies:
\n\uf0b7 Knowledge and sensitivity to current socio-economic and political trends in Sri Lanka and a strong
\ncommitment to social justice and feminist values.
\n\uf0b7 Strong analytical, report writing skills
\n\uf0b7 Knowledge of feminist economic analyses
\n\uf0b7 Leadership, organizational skills, and the ability to work both independently and in a team.
\n\uf0b7 Strong program formulation, implementation, monitoring and evaluation skills
\n\uf0b7 Strong knowledge of Results Based Management<\/p>\n
Education and certification:<\/p>\n
\uf0b7 Master\u2019s degree or equivalent in gender and economics, social sciences, human rights, gender\/women studies, international development, or a related field.<\/p>\n
Experience:<\/p>\n
\uf0b7 At least 5 years of progressively responsible work experience at the national or international level in design, planning, implementation, monitoring and evaluation of development projects<\/p>\n
Please submit your resume, writing sample, and a thoughtful, relevant cover letter with contact details of two non-related referees by 20 th August 2024 to wmcsrilanka@womenandmedia.org .<\/p>\n
Incomplete applications will not be considered. Only shortlisted applicants will be notified.<\/p>\n
PROGRAM OFFICER<\/p>\n
Will work under the supervision of Director Programmes and assist the Program Manager<\/p>\n
Responsibilities<\/p>\n
\uf0b7 Co-ordinating projects relevant to program area including managing communications with partner
\norganizations and field researchers.
\n\uf0b7 Assist the team to design and manage implementation of advocacy strategies under the supervision
\nof the program director
\n\uf0b7 Co-ordinate cross project activities
\n\uf0b7 Travel, as required, to program implementation locations
\n\uf0b7 Prepare field reports
\n\uf0b7 Work closely with the WMC Program Team in implementing the projects relevant to the program
\narea<\/p>\n
Qualifications
\n\uf0b7 A Post Graduate Degree from a recognized University in a relevant area including the social sciences,
\nhumanities, law, and women\u2019s studies OR Bachelors Degree in similar fields<\/p>\n
Experience
\n\uf0b7 At least 3-5 years of experience in similar capacity in a national or international organization
\nCompetencies
\n\uf0b7 Knowledge and sensitivity to current socio-economic and political trends in Sri Lanka and a strong
\ncommitment to social justice and feminist values.
\n\uf0b7 Strong research and communication skills.
\n\uf0b7 Basic graphic designing skills and experience in designing social media products.
\n\uf0b7 Excellent English language skills, both written and spoken.
\n\uf0b7 Proficiency in Sinhala and\/or Tamil is essential
\n\uf0b7 Excellent knowledge of MS Office and other relevant computer skills<\/p>\n
Please submit your resume, writing sample, and a thoughtful, relevant cover letter with contact details of two non-related referees by 20th August 2024 to wmcsrilanka@womenandmedia.org .<\/p>\n
Incomplete applications will not be considered. Only shortlisted applicants will be notified.<\/p>\n
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