GENDER SAFE GUARDING AND INCLUSION OFFICER

About Omia Agribusiness Development Group

Omia Agribusiness started operations in 2018 after identifying a gap of limited access to affordable climate smart inputs, extension services and limited access to profitable markets resulting in low yields, food insecurity and abject poverty.

Omia Agribusiness sales and distributes smart climate agricultural inputs to last mile farmers through 15 outlets spread across the country. The company has established a network of agents that helps with last mile access and demonstrations of the best agronomic practices and technologies in Agriculture. We have also developed a USSD code *284*173# that helps farmers to access all our services at the comfort of their farms without need for internet or a smart phone. We provide free on farm extension services to ensure farmers succeed in their farming initiatives.

Omia Agribusiness also provides Market solutions for farmers produce by providing market information, buying back farmer output and linking farmers to other off taker eliminating the brokers who often take advantage of farmers.

Project Summary:

Omia Agribusiness Development Group (OADG) in collaboration with six partners (African Agribusiness Incubation Network (AAIN), Agromax, Tropical Institute of Development Innovations (TRIDI), Uganda Rural Development and Training Institute (URDT), Gudie Leisure Farm (GLF) and Agency for Accelerated Regional Development (AFARD) as the consortium lead received funding from Mastercard Foundation to implement the Sustainable Inclusive Employment Pathways for Young Women (SIYEP) project.

The SIYEP project is a five-year initiative from 2025 to 2030 funded by Mastercard Foundation, led by AFARD, and implemented by Omia Agribusiness Development Group Ltd. The project aims to empower 70,000 young women between 18-35 years in the West Nile districts of Yumbe, Adjumani, Arua, and Koboko, through targeted skilling in agriculture, entrepreneurship and access to market.

GENDER SAFE GUARDING AND INCLUSION OFFICER (1)

The Gender and safeguarding officer shall focus on promoting gender-sensitive practices, fostering a safe and respectful work environment, and implementing safeguarding measures to protect all young people engaged with the project. S/he will support the integration of gender equity and safeguarding principles across all programs and operations. The officer will ensure that the organization maintains a safe, inclusive, and respectful environment for all staff, beneficiaries, and stakeholders, particularly vulnerable populations.

Role and responsibilities:

Gender mainstreaming.

• Develop and implement gender strategies to ensure gender-sensitive and inclusive practices are embedded in all project activities.
• Conduct assessments to identify barriers to participation for marginalized groups, including people with disabilities, and recommend solutions to address these.
• Build the capacity of project staff on gender-sensitive and inclusive practices, fostering an environment where all genders are valued and respected.
• Lead gender related assessments through collecting, analyzing, and report gender-dis-aggregated data and trends.
• Promote women’s leadership and participation in all project activities ensuring that young women actively take part project initiatives
• Develop and update project gender action plans to track gender mainstreaming into project activities.
• Prepare regular reports on gender mainstreaming and safeguarding activities, successes, and areas for improvement. Ensure that project meets target of reaching 5% young women with disabilities.

Safeguarding

• Establish and enforce safeguarding policies to ensure the safety, respect, and dignity of all youth participants emphasizing prevention of harassment, abuse, and discrimination.
• Train project participants on gender equality, inclusivity, and safeguarding principles.
• Develop indicators and tools to monitor the project’s progress on gender inclusion and safeguarding and assess the effectiveness of gender and safeguarding initiatives.
• Ensure compliance with national and international standards on gender equality, safeguarding, and disability rights as well as stay informed of policy developments and best practices.
• Collaborate with the Project Manager and other team members to foster a culture of continuous improvement in gender and safeguarding.
• Deliver safeguarding inductions and ongoing training for all staff, partners, and volunteers.
• Conduct risk assessments and establish mitigation measures for activities involving children or vulnerable adults.
• Collaborate with HR and management to investigate allegations of misconduct, ensuring confidentiality and due process.
• Monitor adherence to gender and safeguarding standards across the organization.
• Maintain confidential safeguarding incident records and contribute to donor and internal reporting.
• Contribute to audits, evaluations, and learning processes related to gender and safeguarding.

Partnership and Advocacy:

• Build partnerships with local organizations, government agencies, and stakeholders to promote gender equity and safeguarding.
• Represent the organization in relevant working groups or coordination meetings.

Qualifications and Experience:

• Bachelor’s degree in Gender Studies, social work, Human Rights, Development Studies, or a related field.
• Minimum of 3 years of experience in gender mainstreaming, safeguarding, or social development, ideally within community or donor-funded projects.
• Strong understanding of safeguarding principles, gender-sensitive programming, and disability inclusion.
• Proven skills in training, community engagement, and handling sensitive matters professionally.
• Excellent communication, interpersonal, and organizational skills.
• Proficiency in monitoring, evaluation, and reporting on gender and safeguarding outcomes.

Working relationship

• Internally with SIYEP project team, Finance & Administration, People & Culture and Management staff at OADG.
• Externally with District labour officers, Consortium partner staff and any other relevant stakeholder.

Application instructions:

To apply, please send your resume, cover letter and relevant academic documents in one pdf to jobs@omia.co.ug  Only applications submitted via email will be considered; physical applications will not be accepted. The application deadline is 14^th June 2025