Information for Applicants Long Term Adviser for Investing in Women (IW)

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1 Information for Applicants Long Term Adviser for Investing in Women (IW) Position Title: Position Location: Contract Term: Reporting To: Position Type: Gender Advocacy Director Investing in Women (IW) Makati, Manila, The Philippines Project-based to June 2019 (with possible extension) Investing in Women Chief Executive Officer A competitive internationally-engaged salary package will be negotiated with the successful incumbent. Application Closing Date: 5 December 2018 Overview Thank you for your interest in the position of Gender Advocacy Director with Investing in Women (IW) program, as managed by Abt Associates on behalf of the Australian Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade (DFAT). This document includes information on the following: Program Overview; Introduction to Abt Associates; Application process; Terms of Reference; and Key Selection Criteria. Please read this document carefully as applications that vary from the specified requirements may not be accepted. Program Overview Investing in Women is a dynamic and innovative gender equality initiative funded by the Australian Government. Investing in Women seeks to empower women economically in South East Asia with the understanding that this will contribute to continued inclusive economic growth in the region. Working in partnership with large employers, impact investors, governments and advocates in the Region, Investing in Women aims to achieve this goal through supporting: 1) Workplace gender equity; 2) Investments in women s small and medium enterprises; 3) Removal of policy and regulatory barriers to women s economic empowerment; and 4) Advocacy efforts in the region for women s economic empowerment. Page 1

2 IW is implemented in the Philippines, Indonesia, Vietnam and Myanmar, with the head office in Manila. For more information see About Abt Associates Abt Associates is a recognised leader in the international development sector. Working with our many partners, Abt Associates implements bold innovative solutions to improve the lives of the community and deliver valued outcomes for our clients. We provide a comprehensive range of services from policy to service delivery in the public and private sectors contributing to long term benefits for clients and communities. Operating in remote and challenging environments, we offer innovative solutions, extensive experience in the region, strong technical capacity, and a proven project management track record. We are committed to gender equity in our employment strategies and encourage applications from capable women. Abt Associates is a child safe organisation and promotes the safety, wellbeing and inclusion of all children. For more information about our company and what we do visit our website at Our Values Mission-Driven. We are united by our mission to improve the lives of people worldwide. Global. We are a global community, bringing diverse knowledge, expertise, and perspectives to the many challenges faced by today's world. Committed to Excellence. We strive to meet and exceed the highest professional standards. Collaborative. We know that working collaboratively produces excellence. Accountable. We take responsibility for what we do and how we do it. Balanced. We sustain the energy and commitment we bring to our roles by promoting a healthy balance between our personal and professional lives. Preparing Your Application Please read the following information carefully as incomplete applications may not be accepted. To submit an application: Page 2

3 1. Visit the Abt Associates website ( and navigate to the Careers section. 2. Locate the position you are applying for and select Job Details. 3. Click on the Apply Online button and follow the prompts. Abt Associates is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, religion, sex, gender, age or physical ability. We are especially interested in candidates who can contribute to our program s diversity and long-term outcomes. Abt Associates is responsive to the needs of working families. Job share and flexible work arrangements can be discussed and considered for the preferred candidate. It should take between minutes for you to complete the online application. Before submitting your application it is recommended that you have the following documentation prepared so that these can be readily uploaded during the application process: 1. An electronic version of your CV in MS Word or PDF format (less than 3MB); 2. A statement addressing the key selection criteria (maximum 3 pages). This document should clearly describe how your skills, experience and qualifications will enable you to meet the requirements of the position; and 3. Details of at least 3 professional referees (preferably your current supervisor and 2 previous supervisors). Other Points to Consider: If you are successful in being short-listed or are selected for this position you may be required to undertake a police check, psychometric test and/or a medical examination, and any other tests or checks deemed necessary. Lodging Your Application: All applications should be submitted online through our website at: Applications should be submitted online via the Careers page of Abt Associate's website, and should include a current CV, cover letter and a response to the key selection criteria. The closing date for applications is 5pm, Wednesday 5 th 2018 (AEST). We welcome and thank all applications; however only shortlisted applicants will be contacted. Page 3

4 Terms of Reference Gender Advocacy Director Position Title: Location: Contract Term: Reporting To: Abt JTA Values: Duty Statement: Gender Advocacy Director Manila, Philippines Project-based hiring Investing in Women CEO The incumbent must demonstrate a high level of commitment to following values of Abt Associates: Mission-Driven. We are united by our mission to improve the lives of people worldwide. Global. We are a global community, bringing diverse knowledge, expertise, and perspectives to the many challenges faced by today's world. Committed to Excellence. We strive to meet and exceed the highest professional standards. Collaborative. We know that working collaboratively produces excellence. Accountable. We take responsibility for what we do and how we do it. Balanced. We sustain the energy and commitment we bring to our roles by promoting a healthy balance between our personal and professional lives. The successful applicant will be responsible for assessing the existing strategy and its implementation and developing a strategy for shifting gender norms which limit women s opportunities in the formal economy through Phase 2 of Investing in Women ( ). They will manage a team, budget, program of works and work with local partners to research, plan and implement a range of activities to achieve the strategy. They will work closely with other program components to support the dissemination of knowledge on women in the economies of South East Asia and to support key partner advocacy programs. Specific Duties: Manage a small team and be accountable for the program budget. Page 4

5 An initial, diverse group of partners are currently implementing activities in the Philippines, Indonesia and Vietnam. These activities will be completed in May The Director will be responsible for managing these activities, assessing the outcomes achieved and developing a Phase 2 strategy, for approval by DFAT, for shifting gender norms around women s economic opportunities. Oversee the production and dissemination of credible information and knowledge products, drawn from the Investing in Women Initiative and other credible sources, to achieve end of program outcomes and build the business case for investing in women. Look to examples of successful advocacy and campaign strategies from around the world (especially those that have emerged in the region), with a view to supporting such efforts to grow, forming linkages, and disseminating good practice approaches to like-minded groups. Engage and work with networks, research institutes, advocacy groups and women s rights organisations in South East Asia to identify partners capable of supporting the achievement of Phase 2 stratgey objectives. Negotiate appropriate partnerhsips with promising groups and support implementation of their activities. Manage IW s website and presence in social networking sites including Facebook, Twitter, and similar community sites, posting on relevant blogs, and seeding content into other relevant social media platforms. Manage and enhance the IW knowledge hub which provides access to key information on women s economic opportunities and support the transition of the knowledge hub to be owned by the Business Coalitions over the course of Phase 2. Work together with the Business Coalitions to enhance advocacy. Develop and maintain positive relationships with DFAT and other key stakeholders to share Investing in Women learnings and support effective public diplomacy. Core Competencies: Demonstrated Agent of Change Delivers Results Builds Internal and External Customer Satisfaction and Loyalty Develops People Exceptional innovative communicator Sets Vision and Direction Demonstrates Sound Financial and Business-Related Practices Builds Teams and Cooperation Promotes Technical Excellence and Quality Promotes Diversity Acts as a Role Model Requirements: Appropriate tertiary qualifications. Page 5

6 Knowledge of and experience in delivering advocacy strategies that shifted public attitudes and organisational and institutional norms which affect and define social outcomes, particularly in South East Asia. Expertise in gender norms and women s economic opportunities, with knowledge of South East Asia an advantage. A proven track record of influencing partners, government and other key stakeholders. Excellent influencing, communication and negotiation skills, including an ability to deal with people at all levels with credibility, and diplomacy. Excellent written and verbal communication skills, and an ability to manage the production of appropriate multi-media products for varied audiences in South East Asia. Experience in policy and practice analysis and implementing strategic advocacy initiatives to catalyse change in South East Asia. Experience in managing staff in a cross-cultural environment and managing a program budget Experience in managing media/social media/ social marketing would be an advantage. Networks across civil society, media and communication sector and the private sector, particularly in Indonesia, Philippines and Vietnam will be an advantage. Key Deliverables Effective partnership management. Analysis of Phase 1 outcomes and the development of a Strategy for Phase 2. Implementation of the Strategy involving a range of local partners. Review and update Investing in Women s website and ensure it is regularly refreshed with interesting material, working with all IW staff to source relevant material. Work closely with other IW components to provide advocacy and communications support. Provide input to IW work plans and progress reports in line with the program s planning and reporting cycle. Work closely with the MEL team to ensure strategies and plans are embedded within an appropriate MEL framework and support the implementation of MEL activities. Key Selection Criteria. For your application to be considered by the panel, interested applicants must submit a response to each of the following Key Selection Criteria: Page 6

7 KSC 1. Demonstrated experience in delivering advocacy strategies and influencing key stakeholders to shift public attitudes, organisational and institutional norms in South East Asia. KSC 2. Demonstrated expertise in gender norms and women s economic opportunities. KSC 3. KSC 4. KSC 5. Experience in influencing partners, governments and key stakeholders. Ability to work strategically in complex environments. Experience in managing staff and a program budget. If no response to the above Key Selection Criteria is made, applications will not be considered further. Page 7