Gender Development Officer

Reporting to the Gender Development Supervisor, the successful applicant will assist to ensure that a harmonious relationship is maintained with the women, youth and local communities in the Hidden Valley Mine impacted areas by working closely with all key stakeholders in planning and implementation of programs and projects.

• Provide sections weekly reports to the Superintendent on a weekly basis.
• Provide programs and projects reports after delivery.
• Develop an annual plan in consultation with the landowner women and youth groups, and their leaders, Government, NGOs, and Donor Agencies.
• Work in close consultation with all key stakeholders in planning and development of programs and projects for Women and Youth in the Mine landowner villages.
• Attend to issues and grievances raised and record them in the grievance register. Provide mediation and attempt to resolve through guided work policies.
• Assist the Community Engagement Team in delivering all approved awareness and training programs to impacted communities and key stakeholders.
• Work with the Supervisor to schedule work to achieve the required work output for the team.
• Assist with the scheduling if activities of any consultants engaged to provide support to the project.
• Maintain and comply with the established Safety Processes and Procedures.

• Tertiary qualification with a Degree in Communication for Development, Public Administration or PNG Studies.
• 3-5 years of community development experience particularly with working with women and youth at the community level in Mine affected communities.
• Experience in Project Proposal write ups for Women and Youth groups for donor funding.
• Experience in working with Government at all levels, and with NGOs and Donor Organizations.
• Experience working in remote areas.
• Ability to liaise and negotiate with internal and external stakeholders.
• Ability to plan, organize and control activities.
• Excellent communication skills both oral and written skills.
• Computer literate and able to compile reports and data sheets.
• Capable to work under pressure and meet deadlines.
   

The role is based in Wau Camp Site on a 14/7 roster

About You

 If you are interested in this exciting and challenging opportunity and confident you have the skills, knowledge and experience, please apply.

Please Note

• All applicants must be a Papua New Guinea citizen in order to be considered for this role.
• We thank all applicants for your interest in Harmony. While we will consider all suitable applicants, candidates who progress through the selection process will be contacted directly.
• The successful candidate will be required to undertake a pre-employment medical screening, including drug and alcohol testing.