SNV is a mission-driven global development partner, rooted in the contexts and societies where we work. Inspired by the transformational principles and objectives set out by the SDGs, we are committed to building resilient agri-food systems that deliver food security and adequate nutrition; to increasing the reliability and availability of water and sanitation at an acceptable quantity and quality; and to improving access to affordable and sustainable energy for all. In doing so, we aim to strengthen institutions, markets and effective governance within and across the agri-food, energy, and water sectors, reducing gender inequalities and barriers to social inclusion, and enabling adaptation and mitigation to the climate and biodiversity crises.

We are one team of over 1,600 people, the vast majority of whom come from the contexts where we work, in more than 20 countries in Africa and Asia. In Uganda SNV operates through a decentralised approach with a country office in Kampala and regional offices in Arua, Fort Portal, Lira, and Mbarara. SNV implements donor-funded activities across more than 100 districts in Uganda, ensuring broad and diverse impact.

Our ability to deliver results rests on our robust foundation of experience, knowledge, evidence and learning; our commitment to strengthening capacities and catalysing partnerships; and the relationships and trust of those we work alongside.

Our core values of people-centeredness and respect, equity and equality, and diversity and inclusion, are fundamental to who we are, and what we do. This is reflected in our vision and mission, and strategy, which sets out our aspirations and commitments as our compass towards 2030.

For more information on our operations in Uganda and SNV visit our website: www.snv.org

Project information

SNV is currently in the process of developing a 5-year Livestock project. The project aims to improve resilient livelihoods for smallholder livestock farmers in Busoga, Rwenzori, Greater Ankole and Kigezi regions. The project targets 75,000 smallholder farms (SHF) in these four subregions. The project will adopt a farming systems approach integrating livestock and crops, having livestock (dairy cattle, sheep, goats, poultry and pigs) as an intervention entry point.

To address the above the project will apply the Participatory Integrated Planning (PIP) approach. The PIP approach is an innovative way of transforming small-scale subsistence farm households into more productive and sustainable farms. Changing farmers’ mindsets by motivating them to transform their reality through conscious collective action is at the core of the PIP approach. The project will also support the ongoing school milk program and be supportive to policy actors to developed and implement inclusive and responsive livestock policies and practices.

Job Purpose

As part of the Core Project Team, the GESI Advisor will be expected to bring extensive gender and social inclusion knowledge in Uganda utilising SNV global partnerships and knowledge on GESI programming, research and evaluation. Knowledge of gender and socio-economic dynamics in different geographic locations where SNV operates in Uganda will be essential. The GESI Advisor will play a critical role in mainstreaming GESI considerations at all levels and in all components of the project considering power differences, He/she will be responsible for materializing the three components of the GESI approach -namely improving access to public decision making; women entrepreneurship and recognizing and understanding the dynamics of exclusion. He/she is an expert in Gender Equality and Social Inclusion to work alongside SNV Global GESI and Sector teams to understand issues. Providing advisory and product design on how these can be addressed in practical terms, working with multi-tiered government, partners and local stakeholders. The GESI Advisor will manage a small team of advisors, alongside responsibility of GESI related project workplans, supporting timely and quality delivery across the portfolio, and country level GESI strategies. The advisor will support business development in the Agri-food sector, and actively participate in national level dialogue in our relevant sectors feeding in SNV learning to the national sector spaces.

• Cutting-edge Advisory to Agri-food Sector programme including undertaking GESI programme reviews, training package development, policy frameworks (with a focus on sub-national governance).
• Knowledge Management which contributes to internal and external learning in relation to GESI.  
• Coordination and contribution to global partnerships through our multi-country programmes.
• Project and Process development to strengthen programme quality.
• People & Partner management and GESI capacity building.
• National dialogue
• Business Development

• A minimum of a Bachelor’s degree in Development, Gender, Economics, Social Sciences, or any other relevant technical field. A Master’s degree is an added advantage.
• A minimum of 5 or more years’ experience in development work and project implementation or technical field.
• Experience in working with household participatory approaches with local communities in related projects/programs.
• Providing technical assistance in Gender Equality, Social Inclusion, Community Engagement and Accountability in the project.
• Experience in community work and engagement Agricultural, Economic Development, Livelihood and specific technical expertise such as GESI, Farming Systems, Sustainable agriculture, land use and management or crop production is an added advantage.
• Ability to work effectively with multiple partners including (local leaders, government parish, sub-county, village officials), other NGOs, value chain actors in the communities.
• Experience in developing and leading implementation of a program GESI strategy, specifically in the Agri-food sector, aligned to organizational SDG5 commitments and values.
• Knowledge and experience of identifying social inclusion priorities and approaches within Uganda.
• Extensive knowledge of application of a GESI lens on integrated farm planning including intra-household dialogue.
• Skills regarding GESI research such as Gender Action Learning and ability to extract and integrate GESI learnings into the program implementation cycle.
• Expertise on designing and supporting the roll-out of GESI responsive activities within program for example social behavior change communications for gender based social norms, community dialogues, work with government at sub-national level on GESI responsive services (specifically agricultural extension).
• Strong track record in “DO NO HARM” methodologies and experience in training staff, consultants and partners in the approach.
• Experience of safeguarding in the context of program implementation and knowledge of reporting systems for organizations.
• Ability to ride a motorcycle with a valid riding permit is an advantage.

• Focus on quality: Setting high-quality standards and striving for continuous improvement and quality assurance.
• Problem analysis: The ability to detect problems, recognise important information and link various data to trace potential causes and look for relevant details.
• Coaching: Encouraging and guiding employees in order to make their performance more effective and to enhance their self-perception and problem-solving skills.  
• Result orientation: The ability to take direct action to attain or exceed objectives.
• Persuasiveness: The ambition to win over other people for one’s views and ideas and to generate support.

How to apply

If you believe that your credentials meet the outlined profile, we invite you to apply by uploading your CV and motivation letter in English. Deadline is Wednesday 17th April 2024.

Working at SNV

We offer a challenging work environment, opportunities to lead and innovate, and a commitment to growing your skills in a fulfilling and diverse working environment. Our staff benefit from and contribute to an international global network of experts. For more information, please visit our website: www.snv.org.

NB: only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

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