Vacancy
Gender Expert - Interreligious and Intercultural Context
Consultancy
An Introduction to KAICIID
The International Dialogue Centre (KAICIID) is a unique International Organization which brings together religious leaders, policymakers, and experts with the aim of finding common solutions to shared problems. Our vision is a world where there is respect, understanding, and cooperation among people, justice, peace and reconciliation, and an end to the abuse of religion to justify oppression, violence, and conflict.
The Capacity Building hub recognized gender (awareness, mainstreaming, and analysis) as a significant learning aim for KAICIID staff during the 2023 systematic needs assessment.
Providing training on gender mainstreaming, primarily women and girls’ empowerment will contribute to the personal growth of staff, providing them with tools and knowledge to purposefully assess priorities, analyse trends, and design better responses through a gender lens on all levels including programmatic, communication, protocol, and logistical and human resources perspectives.
Purpose & Objectives:
The Capacity Building Hub, is leading the organization of a two and a half-day's gender training as follows:
• half-day introductory gender training for KAICIID interdepartmental staff
• two-day gender training for Programme Division (PROD)
To this end, KAICIID seeks an experienced gender consultant with the knowledge and awareness of Interreligious (IRD) and Intercultural (ICD) context to design and deliver two tailored training tracks aimed at strengthening staff capacity in gender equality and mainstreaming. The main learning outcomes are to:
• strengthen practical understanding of gender dynamics, stereotypes, and intersectionality;
• equip staff with the tools to implement gender-responsive approaches within their respective functions;
• empower teams to design inclusive programmes, policies, communications, and events aligned with global gender frameworks and standards.
Methodology:
Recognizing that different departments at KAICIID engage with gender, and with the empowerment of women and girls of faith, in distinct yet complementary ways from an operational perspective, the training will be delivered through two dedicated tracks. This approach is designed to be inclusive and empowering, ensuring that all staff receive relevant training aligned with their roles. Both groups will contribute meaningfully to advancing KAICIID’s institutional commitment to gender equality, particularly the empowerment of women and girls.
The training will be interactive, practice-oriented, and context-specific. It will blend:
- Conceptual theory and practice, global frameworks and methodologies
- Group work and simulations, reflective exercises
Proposed training agenda for interdepartmental staff (half day)
Focus: institutional gender mainstreaming, communication, event planning, and interdepartmental cooperation
- general introduction to gender concepts
- gender dynamics, bias, stereotypes, and cultural gender norms
- gender-sensitive language and internal communication
- gender considerations in protocol, logistics, and guest management
- gender considerations in the design of institutional structures, policies and activities
Proposed training agenda for PROD department (2 days)
Focus: programmatic gender mainstreaming on IRD and ICD sensitive context across the project cycle
- general introduction to gender concepts and terms, methodologies
- gender theory, gender dynamics, bias, stereotypes, and cultural gender norms
- intersectionality in theory and practice
- inclusive language and culturally appropriate gender-sensitive communication
- tools for conducting a gender analysis and impact assessments in IRD and ICD programming (e.g. gender baseline assessments, gender analysis matrix)
- integrating gender into the programme cycle
- applying gender-sensitive approaches in budgeting and resource planning and implementation
- engaging diverse stakeholders, with a focus on women and girls of faith in community settings
- safeguarding considerations and inclusive programme delivery
- setting gender-sensitive objectives, indicators and benchmarks
- documenting and using evidence and feedback to inform programme adjustments and innovation
- considerations for the practical and ethical use of AI-enabled tools in gender analysis, data collection, and programme design
Deliverables and Timelines:
The overall effort is estimated to take 5.5 days and the training should take place in October 2025 in Lisbon. The deliverables for the selected consultant:
- to deliver the training in theory and practice (40 % of the training should be practical with a combination of exercises and case studies etc);
- to provide all necessary training materials, including presentations, handouts, and case studies, as well as a brief final report outlining key recommendations for KAICIID;
- to provide certification of course completion (if applicable).
The expert is required to work for 5.5 days in total as follows:
• 2 preparation days (online), including coordination meetings with the KAICIID team,
• 2.5 days of delivery in Lisbon at KAICIID HQ
• 1 day (online) to produce a final training report outlining key insights and practical recommendations for institutional follow-up.
Our Ideal Candidate:
• Advanced university degree (master’s level or higher) in gender studies, social sciences, international development, human rights, or a related field;
• Minimum 7 years of proven expertise in gender mainstreaming in both institutional and programmatic contexts, particularly with intergovernmental organizations, non-governmental bodies, or United Nations agencies;
• Demonstrated track record in the successful delivery of similar assignments;
• Experience delivering training to diverse professional groups;
• Strong knowledge of global gender equality frameworks;
• Familiarity with interreligious, intercultural dialogue is a strong asset;
• Excellent facilitation, communication, and intercultural sensitivity;
• Excellent communication skills, including the ability to communicate effectively in a multi-cultural environment;
• English proficiency (written and oral).
How to Apply:
All applicants are required to submit a complete application package consisting of the following:
- An updated and concise CV highlighting relevant experience and the expected daily rate;
- A detailed training proposal outlining the proposed methodology and tailored agendas for both training tracks.
Please note that candidates selected for interview will be required to provide two letters of recommendation related to work in a similar context.
Compensation:
The fee will be offered in accordance with KAICIID consultancy rates, depending on the experience and expertise of the selected candidate. Please kindly indicate your expected daily fee as indicated below.
Costs for travelling accommodation and board for trainer for the in-person meeting/s will be covered by KAICIID.
Location:
Home based and on-site
Shortlisted candidates will be invited for the interview.
KAICIID is committed to diversity and inclusion and encourages qualified female and male candidates from all religious, ethnic and social backgrounds to apply.
Deadline: 18 August 2025 (23:59; Lisbon Time)
