Social Safeguarding and Gender Specialist.

An exciting consultant vacancy for a Social Safeguarding and Gender Specialist. is now available at Hirshabelle State Of Somalia, Jowhar. This Gender/advocacy sector position calls for a professional with 7 - 8 years of demonstrated expertise. Qualified candidates are urged to apply before the May, 02 deadline. Name of the Project: Bulsho Program - Strengthening Community Institutions for Social Cohesion, Inclusion and Resilience. Project ID: P508408 Position Title: Social Safeguarding and Gender Specialist. Reporting to: PIU Bulsho Project Manager Type of Appointment: Individual Consultant Duration: 12 months and renewable upon satisfactory performance. Duty Station: Jowhar, Hirshabelle, Somalia (with potential travel to the target Districts and Cities of Bulsho Project) 1. Background The Social Safeguarding and Gender Specialist is required to support the Ministry of Interior and Local Government of Hirshabelle State of Somalia in the implementation of a World Bank-financed Bulsho Project – Strengthening Community Institutions for Social Cohesion, Inclusion and Resilience (P508408). The Bulsho Project provides three years of initial anchor financing to the government’s multi-year Bulsho Program, the main objective of which is to strengthen community and local institutions for improved social cohesion, inclusion, and resilience. The Project effectiveness was by August 8, 2025. To lead the Bulsho Project Implementation Unit (PIU) the Ministry of Interior and Local Government of Hirshabelle State of Somalia is seeking to hire a State PIU Social Safeguarding and Gender Specialist to support the implementation of Bulsho activities of the Hirshabelle State PIU. In the FMS, the Bulsho Project will support selected districts to strengthen local governance systems, promote inclusive community participation, and improve collaboration between district administrations and communities. The project will prioritize districts with established or emerging local councils and areas where social cohesion and inclusive governance require strengthening. The Social Safeguarding and Gender Specialist in close collaboration with PCU Social Safeguarding Specialist, MEAL Specialist both PCU & PIU and Gender Specialist will support the FMS Ministries of Interiors in ensuring Bulsho === Skills & Qualifications === 1. Qualifications and Experience This position requires a committed practitioner with solid applied experience in social inclusion, gender, and safeguards implementation at state and district levels. The successful candidate will demonstrate the following qualifications: Education • University degree in sociology, social development, human rights, gender studies, anthropology, , economics, public administration, social works, development studies. A master’s degree in the above fields is an advantage. Professional Experience • Minimum of 7 years of professional experience in social safeguards or social development, inclusion, or gender-focused programs. (Note: pre-university graduation experiences will be not counted) • A minimum of five (5) years of professional experience in social development, community engagement, social risk management, or related fields, with at least two (2) years in fragile, conflict-affected, and/or FCV contexts. • Familiarity with the Worl --- About Jowhar --- Jowhar is the capital of the Hirshabelle State and an important agricultural center in the Shabelle valley. The city has a growing presence of government institutions and development organizations working on agricultural productivity, food security, and governance strengthening programs. Ereyada Soomaaliga (Somali Keywords): Shaqo Jawhar • La-talin • Shaqo Cusub

1. Qualifications and Experience This position requires a committed practitioner with solid applied experience in social inclusion, gender, and safeguards implementation at state and district levels. The successful candidate will demonstrate the following qualifications: Education • University degree in sociology, social development, human rights, gender studies, anthropology, , economics, public administration, social works, development studies. A master’s degree in the above fields is an advantage. Professional Experience • Minimum of 7 years of professional experience in social safeguards or social development, inclusion, or gender-focused programs. (Note: pre-university graduation experiences will be not counted) • A minimum of five (5) years of professional experience in social development, community engagement, social risk management, or related fields, with at least two (2) years in fragile, conflict-affected, and/or FCV contexts. • Familiarity with the World Bank's Environmental and Social Framework (ESF) or equivalent international social safeguards frameworks, or demonstrated willingness and ability to learn • Demonstrated experience in conducting social screening, preparing social safeguard inputs to ESMPs, and monitoring social risk mitigation measures. • Proven track record in facilitating participatory planning and ensuring inclusion of women, youth, minorities, IDPs, and marginalized groups. Skills and Competencies • Strong facilitation and community engagement skills, with the ability to promote gender equality and inclusion in practice. • Practical experience in establishing and managing grievance redress mechanisms (GRM). • Ability to train and mentor local government officials and community institutions. • High level of commitment, professional accountability, and ethical conduct. • Strong interpersonal, facilitation, and communication skills, with the abi

How to apply. The Ministry of Interior and Local Government of HirShabelle State of Somalia now invites eligible Individual Consultants to indicate their interest in providing the above-mentioned services. The attention of interested Consultants is drawn to section III, para 3.14,3.16 & 3.17 of the World Bank’s Procurement Regulations for IPF Borrowers: Procurement in Investment Projects Financing Goods, Works, Non -Consulting and Consulting Services, July 2016, revised November2017, August 2018, November 2020 and September 2023 (“Procurement Regulations”), setting forth the World Bank’s policy on conflict of interest. Interested consultants should provide the following: (i) Curriculum Vitae (CV) with 3 reference persons; (ii) copies of certificates of academic qualifications; and (iii) cover letter outlining their experience and qualifications in relation to the role. Interested candidates should submit their applications marked with the subject title of the position by the following email address: [email protected] and copy to [email protected] and [email protected] latest by 2nd May, 2026 at 04:00 PM Mogadishu time. A Consultant will be selected in accordance with the Individual Consultant method set out in the World Bank Procurement Regulations and Federal Government Relating Policies. (Female candidates who meet the required qualifications are strongly encouraged to apply for the position of Social Safeguarding and Gender Specialist). Attention: Bulsho Project Ministry of Interior and Local Government Hirshabelle State of Somalia Jowhar, Hirshabelle, Somalia Apply on [email protected] Apply at: mailto:[email protected]