Location: Flexible (where Plan International has an employing office)Contract Type: 1-Year Fixed TermTravel Requirement: Up to 50% (including high-risk environments)Reporting To: Head of Global Child Protection in Humanitarian Action Unit Organizational Overview Plan International is an independent development and humanitarian organization advancing children’s rights and equality for girls in more than 80 countries. For over 85 years, the organization has worked to tackle poverty, exclusion, violence, and discrimination, with a particular focus on girls who are disproportionately affected in crisis and development contexts. Through global advocacy, policy influence, and frontline programming, Plan International supports children from birth to adulthood and strengthens their resilience in the face of emergencies and adversity. The organization is driven by a commitment to gender equality, racial justice, safeguarding, and inclusion. Role Overview The Gender-based Violence (GBV) and Gender in Emergencies Technical Lead is a senior-level global role designed to shape technical excellence and innovation in humanitarian programming. This position provides strategic leadership on GBV prevention, response, and gender-transformative approaches in emergency contexts. The role strengthens global standards, supports Country Offices, influences humanitarian actors, and enhances the quality of services delivered to child survivors of violence. The position offers a unique opportunity to influence global humanitarian systems while ensuring that gender equality and child protection remain central in crisis response efforts. Key Responsibilities 1. Global Technical Leadership Lead global technical direction on GBV and gender in emergencies Develop high-quality guidance, standards, tools, and learning resources Strengthen gender-transformative approaches across humanitarian programming Support Country Offices in conducting Rapid Gender Analysis 2. Capacity Strengthening and Community of Practice Build capacity of humanitarian teams across the federation Lead and facilitate a global Community of Practice Design and deliver training and learning materials Promote continuous improvement in GBV programming quality 3. Strategic Partnerships and Representation Cultivate partnerships with humanitarian actors and donors Represent Plan International at global humanitarian fora Influence sector-wide standards and policy discussions Drive resource mobilisation for GBV and gender programming 4. Research, Evidence and Innovation Lead research initiatives to strengthen evidence-based GBV programming Promote innovation in emergency response approaches Generate and disseminate learning across the federation Enhance programmatic impact through data-driven improvements Candidate Profile The ideal candidate will demonstrate substantial experience and recognized expertise in GBV and gender equality within humanitarian contexts. Essential Experience Significant leadership in GBV programming for children in emergencies Strong knowledge of gender analysis, GBV mitigation, and gender-transformative frameworks Experience developing global guidance and training tools Familiarity with humanitarian coordination systems Proven donor engagement and partnership-building capacity Excellent analytical, writing, and communication skills Language and Mobility Fluency in English required French preferred; Spanish or Arabic considered assets Ability to travel frequently, including to high-risk environments Employment Terms Flexible location within countries where Plan International operates and can employ staff Salary and benefits aligned with employing office’s national framework Not an international or expatriate contract Subject to safeguarding and misconduct disclosure checks Safeguarding and Inclusion Commitment Plan International places safeguarding and child protection at the core of its operations. All appointments are subject to rigorous pre-employment checks aligned with the organization’s Safeguarding Children and Young People policy and the Inter Agency Misconduct Disclosure Scheme. The organization is committed to equality, diversity, and inclusion. It seeks to reflect the diversity of the communities it serves and promotes equal opportunities regardless of age, disability, gender identity, race, religion, sexual orientation, or other protected characteristics. Plan International fosters an organizational culture grounded in gender equality, girls’ rights, racial justice, and inclusion, ensuring that teams across all offices reflect diverse perspectives and lived experiences. Strategic Significance This role is pivotal in ensuring that gender equality and GBV prevention remain central in humanitarian response systems globally. By setting technical standards, strengthening field capacity, influencing policy dialogue, and advancing evidence-based programming, the Technical Lead will directly contribute to safeguarding children and empowering girls in some of the world’s most complex crisis environments. The position represents an opportunity for a seasoned humanitarian leader to shape global practice while reinforcing accountability, innovation, and transformative impact in emergency settings. VISIT OFFICIAL WEBSITE TO APPLY For more opportunities such as these please follow us on Facebook, Instagram , WhatsApp, Twitter, LinkedIn and Telegram Disclaimer: Global South Opportunities (GSO) is not the organization hiring. For any inquiries, please contact the official organization directly. Please do not send your applications to GSO, as we are unable to process them. Due to the high volume of emails, we receive daily, we may not be able to respond to all inquiries. Thank you for your understanding.