Gender Mainstreaming Coordinator, Center for Gender Equity

Title: Gender Mainstreaming Coordinator, Center for Gender Equity

Reports to: Chair, Center for Gender Equity

Department: Center for Gender Equity

Location: Kigali, Rwanda

Job Type: Full Time

Position Overview:

The Gender Mainstreaming Coordinator plays a vital role in integrating gender equity principles across all operations at UGHE. They will lead training initiatives, develop mentorship programs for female and male staff and faculty, and provide technical support to departments based on UGHE’s gender and diversity audit findings and other Center for Gender Equity priorities.

Key Duties and Responsibilities:

Training Development and Delivery:

• Prepare and deliver in-person and/or online trainings on gender equity and inclusiveness for new and existing hires at UGHE
• Take responsibility in coordinating and delivering gender related content/ training to UGHE students
• Develop tailored training materials to departmental contexts and needs
• Evaluate training effectiveness and adapt content based on participant feedback

Mentorship Program Management:

• Design and manage a structured mentorship program specifically for women (staff, faculty and students) at UGHE
• Establish clear guidelines, metrics, and evaluation frameworks for the mentorship program
• Facilitate connections between mentors and mentees and provide ongoing support

Technical Support for Gender Mainstreaming:

• Analyze findings from the 2025 gender and diversity audit to identify priority areas and provide technical support to departments across UGHE in mainstreaming gender in their work
• Develop practical tools and resources to support gender-responsive approaches

Monitoring and Evaluation:

• Track progress of gender mainstreaming efforts across the institution
• Collect and analyze data on gender-related indicators and outcomes
• Prepare regular reports documenting progress, challenges, and recommendations

Cross-Departmental Collaboration:

• Collaborate with department heads and key stakeholders to integrate gender considerations in policies and practices
• Facilitate knowledge sharing and best practices among departments

Qualifications and Experience:

• Master’s degree in Gender Studies, Development Studies, Social Sciences, or related field
• Minimum 3-5 years of experience in gender mainstreaming, preferably in higher education or healthcare settings
• Demonstrated experience in designing and delivering gender equity training programs
• Strong knowledge of gender analysis frameworks and tools
• Experience developing and implementing mentorship programs
• Excellent facilitation and communication skills, with ability to work with diverse stakeholders
• Proficiency in project management and monitoring and evaluation methods
• Strong organizational and analytical skills
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills in English (proficiency in French or Kinyarwanda is an asset)