Position: Gender Equality, Youth, and Social Inclusion (GEYSI) Expert

Location: Phnom Penh City, Cambodia

The QED Group, LLC, doing business as (DBA) Q2 Impact (Q2I), is a global consulting firm with more than 20 years of experience providing data-driven and insightful solutions in close to 100 countries. We are passionate about transforming lives through knowledge-based solutions. Leveraging deep expertise in monitoring, evaluation, youth development, global health, and learning, we help our clients collect, analyze, visualize, and ultimately use data in more effective ways. Our work maximizes results through the use of cutting-edge technologies and innovation, organizational development, and evidence-based decision-making.

Q2 Impact seeks a Gender Equality, Youth, and Social Inclusion (GEYSI) Expert for the anticipated USAID/Cambodia Employ Workforce Development Initiative (Employ). The purpose of the initiative is to equip Cambodians with job skills tailored to sectors that are driving inclusive and sustainable growth and economic diversification by working directly with and through local partners such as private businesses, universities and vocational training institutions. The initiative will prepare Cambodia’s emerging workforce with the skills and knowledge that will allow them to compete for and thrive in the jobs of tomorrow. Employ will also emphasize improving the capabilities of women and youth in science, technology and innovation, concentrating on areas like the green economy, STEM-related fields, digital technology and manufacturing.

The individual will be required to liaise with Q2I’s home office in Arlington, VA, and office in India.

This is anticipated to be a five-year activity (2024-2029). This position is contingent upon award and anticipated to be based in Phnom Penh City, Cambodia.

PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES

The Gender Equality, Youth, and Social Inclusion (GEYSI) Expert will be responsible for supporting the inclusion of women, youth, persons with disabilities and other traditionally marginalized populations throughout project activities and operations including by providing on-site technical assistance and capacity strengthening to staff and partners.

The specific duties to be carried out by the successful candidate are:

• Lead the development of a GEYSI plan and integrate GEYSI throughout all activities and operations while aligning with USAID policies and approaches to the inclusion of women, youth, and persons with disabilities such as USAID's Gender Equality and Women's Empowerment Policy and USAID's Youth in Development Policy.

• Provide technical guidance to the project team to ensure that gender and social inclusion considerations are mainstreamed in all stages of project cycle management, including planning, implementation, monitoring, and evaluation.

• Ensure that the project includes GEYSI targets in its monitoring, evaluation, and learning plan, and that data is disaggregated by age, gender, and disability.

• Oversee the application of gender-responsive, youth inclusive, and disability accessible program approaches.

• Ensure activities are designed and implemented using a positive youth development approach and do no harm/safeguarding lens.

• Ensure the project accounts for and addresses youth and intersecting factors (gender, disability, education, geographic location, etc.) and promotes equitable and accessible participation.

• Design and implement inclusion analyses and research as relevant.

• Train staff and local partners on GEYSI policies and procedures, and approaches to inclusive development.

• Interface regularly with youth, women, and persons with disabilities’ organizations and organizations that represent marginalized communities, and maintain positive, productive relationships with the representatives and their constituents.

• Develop and facilitate gender and social inclusion capacity-building workshops and trainings for project staff, partners, and stakeholders to promote better understanding on issues related to gender, youth, and social inclusion.

MINIMUM EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE, SKILLS & QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor's degree (Master's preferred) in youth development, gender studies, human rights, economics, workforce development international development or relevant field strongly preferred.

• At least eight (8+) years of experience supporting gender and youth programming in workforce development

• Knowledge of USAID’s policies and program approaches related to youth, women, and persons with disabilities.

• Experience conducting gender and youth analyses.

• Experience working on and leading teams for USAID contracts and/or cooperative agreements. Knowledge of USAID rules, regulations and policies.

• Demonstrated adaptive leadership and effective and inclusive communication skills including working with traditionally marginalized and excluded populations.

• Demonstrated ability to work in complex environments, and work with and between different stakeholders, including local organizations, marginalized populations, government institutions, private sector entities, and US Government agencies.

• Fluency in English (oral, writing, and reading). Knowledge of Khmer is a plus but not a requirement.

• Strong management and interpersonal skills.

• Ability to travel within Cambodia and occasionally internationally.

• Knowledge of the political, social, and economic context of Cambodia is preferred

• Cambodia nationals are strongly encouraged to apply.

BENEFITS OF JOINING Q2IMPACT:

• A dynamic group of professionals with diverse backgrounds and expertise, committed to delivering high-quality results and making a meaningful impact in communities around the world.

• An opportunity to lead and shape a growing firm that has a solid reputation in the industry and is poised for further expansion.

• A chance to work across development, diplomacy, and defense sectors, with a broad portfolio of projects and clients.

• A supportive and inclusive culture that values innovation, excellence, and collaboration.

• Competitive salary and benefits package, including health, dental, and vision insurance, and paid time off.

Join our team at Q2 Impact, where your talents, expertise, and passion can make a difference. Apply today and become part of a dynamic and growing organization.

WORKING CONDITIONS & REQUIRED EQUIPMENT

The incumbent in this position will work in a professional office environment and will utilize the following equipment when working

• Computer (laptop or desktop)

• Printer/Photocopier/Scanner/Fax

• Telephone

• Other (Specify if any)

The physical demands and work environment that have been described are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this position. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act. The QED Group, LLC is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Women, Minorities, Veterans, and individuals with disabilities are strongly encouraged to apply. AA/V/D. Reasonable accommodation requests will be considered on a case-by-case basis. Cambodia nationals are highly encouraged to apply.

This position description is an overview of the major functions and requirements of this position. This document is not intended to be an exhaustive list encompassing every duty and requirement of the position; the Employee’s Manager may assign other duties as related or as otherwise deemed appropriate and necessary within the general scope, without the need for additional compensation.