Gender and Social Inclusion Officer

Job Description

JOSA, a Jordanian organization dedicated to open-source technology for social good, seeks a tech-savvy specialist to join our team as a Gender and Social Inclusion Officer.

Are you passionate about understanding how technology impacts different communities? Are you committed to making open source more accessible and diverse? If the idea of developing more inclusive tech solutions and leading initiatives to integrate these principles in technology interests you, then we encourage you to apply.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Strong alignment with JOSA’s values and mission.
• Bachelor’s degree in Social Sciences, or similar. Alternatively, a degree in Computer Science, or similar, with strong knowledge of Diversity and Inclusion.
• Passion for inclusive technology, digital accessibility, open-source technology, and digital social innovation.
• Professional experience in similar programs, e.g. gender programs and/or protection and/or safeguarding.
• Familiarity with related Standards, Safeguarding Principles, and International Protection Frameworks.
• Experience facilitating training sessions, workshops, key informant interviews, and focus group discussions using participatory approaches.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills in Arabic and English.
• Self-motivated, highly responsible, flexible, and culturally sensitive.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively as part of a team.

TASKS & RESPONSIBILITIES

• Conduct analysis, including GBA+, on how technology impacts different groups and identify barriers to inclusion.
• Develop plans and integrate gender, diversity, inclusion and accessibility principles in the design, implementation, and evaluation of our activities.
• Research, assess and identify potential impacts of technology on different communities, especially women and girls, and, marginalized groups.
• Develop approaches to make technology more diverse, inclusive and accessible, and, explore methods to enhance participation of underrepresented groups in the tech sector and open source communities.
• Prepare and conduct training for JOSA team members, community members, and organizations, develop related policies, and, create and publish materials, including blog posts, articles, infographics, and research papers.
• Represent JOSA in national, regional, and global discussions on inclusive technologies, TFGBV, and technology-related topics.

REPORTING

The Gender and Social Inclusion Officer reports to the Program Coordinator.

About JOSA

JOSA is a social enterprise on a mission to make technology a force for good. We believe in Open Source; where collaboration fuels innovation to benefit everyone. We develop and promote open, transparent and accessible technology for the betterment of our communities.

JOSA is an equal opportunity employer. We value diversity and don’t discriminate on the basis of race, color, marital status, religion, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, or disability status.

How to apply

Apply here: https://www.careers-page.com/jordan-open-source-association/job/L9W788RY/apply