TOR for Gender Convergence Officer (GCO)

Census 2011 reported 914 females per 1000 males among the population of 0-6 years, the lowest since independence is a cause of alarm. There is adefinite need for a convergent, coordinated and unified response from different Ministries to bring together the diverse strategies to effectively deal with the issue of declining Child Sex Ratio (CSR).

Recognizing the urgent need for action, National Mission for Empowerment of Women (NMEW), Ministry of Women & Child Developmentin collaboration with the Ministry of Panchayati Rajis initiating a District level Action Plan for improving Child Sex Ratio through the Gram Panchayatsin 2districts i.e. Jammu & Samba in Jammu & Kashmir State.

To operationalize the activities at the District level in 2 districts Jammu & Kashmir State, applications are invited for the position of a District Gender Convergence Officer. The candidate will be stationed at the District Panchayati Raj Office and will work in close coordination with NMEW and MoPRI at the Center.

Description of Role: Working under the supervision of NMEW and MoPRI, the Gender Convergence Officer (GCO) at the district level would be expected to undertake following role and responsibilities:

Partnering with different departments and other stakeholders at the district level, Block and Village level for mainstreaming convergence on the issueof CSR.

Engage actively with selected Gram Panchayats and extend support to PRI members in organizing special Gram Sabha; facilitate preparation of agenda & analysis of data to disseminate and discuss the core issue;

Coordinate with women groups, CBOs and local authorities to enhance understanding of CSR and gender issues. Liaise and communicate with members of Village Health Nutrition &Sanitation Committee to ensure their involvement and ownership in the programme Organize and facilitate meetings of the various committees (District, Block and Village level) and workshop for elected representatives;

Identify and implement appropriate monitoring mechanisms for the smooth implementation of the programme, including follow-up on the performance of the pilot project and timely reporting.

Possibilities of night halt in remote areas of villages are essential Any other work assigned by the appropriate authority.

Qualifications:

Graduation/ Masters Degree in Sociology/ Social work/ or any other related field. At least 5 years of work experience in the above-mentioned specialization with special focus on women issues Previous experience of working with the Government/NGOs/International Organisations

on implementation issues at the Village, Block & district level is desirable Maximum age limit is 50years Women candidates will be preferred

Skill and competencies:

1. Strong understanding of Gender issues
   
   
2. Understanding of different government schemes and programmes at the Centre, State& District level.
   
   
3. Experience in working with Government agencies and PRIs
   
   
4. Ability to talk to Men and Women on various issues and steer the discussion in the group.
   
   
5. Ability to work under pressure and a flexibility to work in complex environments
   
   
6. Candidate having knowledge of local language, social and cultural issues will be preferred for the post.
   
   
7. Knowledge of computer (Word, Excel and Power-point) and proficient in internet and Email.