Gender & Social Inclusion Expert

Role Overview

The Gender & Social Inclusion Expert will be responsible for mainstreaming gender and social inclusion principles across climate action planning, implementation, and monitoring under CITIIS 2.0. The role focuses on review, guidance, and capacity building, ensuring that climate actions are equitable, inclusive, and socially responsive.

Engagement Type & Duration

Full-time position for a 3 year contract period

Key Responsibilities

Lead integration of gender-responsive and socially inclusive approaches within ISCAP and CCAPs

Review climate action plans for gender mainstreaming, social safeguards, and inclusion of vulnerable groups

Support development and implementation of gender action plans, GESI frameworks, and safeguard mechanisms

Coordinate with municipal and state stakeholders on community engagement and inclusive planning processes

Support compliance with CITIIS 2.0, NIUA, and national gender policy requirements

Provide inputs for capacity-building programmes, workshops, and training modules

Contribute to monitoring, reporting, and documentation related to gender and social inclusion outcomes

Educational Qualifications

Masters degree in one of the following:

Gender Studies

Sociology

Social Work

Development Studies

Public Policy

Urban Planning

(or related discipline)

Experience Requirements

Minimum 5 years of professional experience in:

Gender mainstreaming and social inclusion

Community development or social safeguards

Urban development, climate resilience, or infrastructure projects

Experience working with government programmes, development agencies, or multilateral projects preferred

Proven experience in gender audits, GESI frameworks, or social inclusion strategies

Language Requirements

English – mandatory

Gujarati – mandatory