Project Description:

Deloitte Consulting is the implementing partner for the USAID-funded Urja Nepal Project based in Kathmandu. This position is under Deloitte Consulting Overseas Projects LLC. The purpose of Urja Nepal is to create a financially viable electricity sector that provides affordable, reliable and secure power and enables the entry of private investment into the Nepali market. This is a one-year, part-time position based in Kathmandu, with the option for extension.

Role Description:

Gender Equality and Social Inclusion (GESI) Specialist - The GESI Specialist will be responsible for leading the Program’s diversity, equity, inclusion, and accessibility (DEIA) activities, including developing and implementing activities designed to increase access by women, ethnic minorities and vulnerable or  marginalized groups to modern electricity services to enhance their social and economic opportunities. S/he will also lead activities to increase employment opportunities for women and minorities at utilities and government agencies, increase the number of women and minorities in leadership positions within the energy sector, and facilitate training for women, minorities and marginalized populations in technical fields.

Work may involve designing activities and programs to increase access to modern electricity services, diversify employment opportunities at utilities and government agencies, and facilitating trainings to apply GESI concepts to key energy sector-related issues.

The position is part-time at 20 hours per week, with the possibility of up to full-time at 40 hours per week depending on finalization of job responsibilities. The position reports directly to the Deputy Chief of Party (DCOP) and will work closely with the Objective Leads, Home Office Gender Advisor, and the Monitoring, Evaluation and Learning (MEL) Specialist.

Responsibilities: 

• Design and implement activities to increase participation in the energy sector for vulnerable groups such as women, ethnic minorities, and low cast groups.
• Review proposed activities to assess potential GESI impacts and make suggestions to achieve GESI-related goals and targets.
• Review project deliverables, communications products, and other materials from a gender equality and social inclusion perspective as requested by project leadership.
• Contribute to project work plan, capacity building and other technical activities and deliverables, especially through bringing a GESI lens.
• Design, implement, and monitor outcomes of GESI activities.
• Coordinate with the MEL specialist to ensure GESI indicators and data are appropriately collected.
• Coordinate with the Communications Specialist to ensure that the project is undertaking effective outreach and behavior change communication as necessary.
• Plan and conduct trainings with Urja Nepal staff, counterparts, and beneficiaries on issues related to gender equality and social inclusion within the energy sector.

Professional Qualifications and/or Experience:

• Fluent in written and spoken Nepali and English.
• Bachelor’s Degree in a relevant discipline.
• Minimum of 5 years of professional experience, including 3 years in similar role(s) supporting gender and social inclusion-related activities for development projects (USAID experience is strongly preferred).
• Demonstrated experience designing and implementing gender-focused development programming, particularly within the energy, infrastructure, or climate sectors.
• Demonstrated knowledge and understanding of gender, minority, and vulnerable population issues relevant to the Nepali context.
• Solid understanding of relevant USAID or other donor GESI policies, programs, and initiatives.
• Experience coordinating communications activities for donor projects and/or organizations is preferred, including developing and implementing a communications strategy, writing and editing communications materials like success stories, and ensuring compliance with donor branding requirements.
• Sound computer skills including knowledge of Microsoft Office® applications, particularly Word and PowerPoint.

Interpersonal Skills:

• Self-starter, willing to take initiative, remain accountable, take ownership of work products, and escalate issues as appropriate.
• Team player; willing to take direction from project management and work with others.
• Strong writing, organizational, and interpersonal skills.
• Flexible and adaptive personality.