The Organisation

Plan International is an independent development and humanitarian organisation that advances children’s rights and equality for girls.

We believe in the power and potential of every child. But this is often suppressed by poverty, violence, exclusion and discrimination. And it’s girls who are most affected.

Working together with children, young people, our supporters and partners, we strive for a just world, tackling the root causes of the challenges facing girls and all vulnerable children.

We support children’s rights from birth until they reach adulthood. And we enable children to prepare for – and respond to – crises and adversity. We drive changes in practice and policy at local, national and global levels using our reach, experience and knowledge.

We have been building powerful partnerships for children for over 85 years, and are now active in more than 80 countries.

Do you have what it takes to be successful in this role?

• University diploma or degree or equivalent in gender studies, disability studies, social sciences, international development, or a related field. A combination of relevant education and experience may be accepted.
• Minimum 2 years of professional experience in gender equality, disability inclusion, or social inclusion, preferably within an international development context.
• Strong understanding of gender equality, disability rights, and social inclusion principles, frameworks, and international commitments.
• Familiarity with the systems and its policies, programs, and operations of an international development context.
• Experience in mainstreaming GEDSI considerations into project design, implementation, and evaluation.
• Knowledge of participatory approaches and tools for engaging marginalized groups.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to think strategically and propose innovative solutions.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to work effectively with diverse stakeholders.
• Proven ability to deliver training, facilitate workshops, and conduct capacity-building activities.
• Demonstrated ability to work independently and as part of a team, with a high level of initiative and accountability.

• Fluency in English (both oral and written) is required. Knowledge of local languages spoken in Bougainville is a plus.

Location: PNG

Type of Role: UNPBF GESI Officer

Reports to: UNPBF MERL Coordinator

Grade: C1

Closing Date: 4 February 2024

Equality, diversity and inclusion is at the very heart of everything that Plan International stands for.

We want Plan International to reflect the diversity of the communities we work with, offering equal opportunities to everyone regardless of age, disability, gender reassignment, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief, sex or sexual orientation.

Plan International is based on a culture of inclusivity and we strive to create a workplace environment that ensures every team, in every office, in every country, is rich in diverse people, thoughts, and ideas.

We foster an organisational culture that embraces our commitment to racial justice, gender equality, girls’ rights and inclusion.

Plan International believes that in a world where children face so many threats of harm, it is our duty to ensure that we, as an organisation, do everything we can to keep children safe. This means that we have particular responsibilities to children that we come into contact with and we must not contribute in any way to harming or placing children at risk.

A range of pre-employment checks will be undertaken in conformity with Plan International’s Safeguarding Children and Young People policy. Plan International also participates in the Inter Agency Misconduct Disclosure Scheme. In line with this scheme we will request information from applicants previous employers about any findings of sexual exploitation, sexual abuse and/or sexual harassment during employment, or incidents under investigation when the applicant left employment. By submitting an application, the job applicant confirms their understanding of these recruitment procedures.

Please note that Plan International will never send unsolicited emails requesting payment from candidates.