Project Officer – Male Engagement

Position Purpose

To design and implement gender-transformative male engagement strategies that address root causes of gender-based violence, promote sexual and reproductive health and rights (SRHR), and strengthen the role of boys and men as accountable partners in advancing gender equality and women’s rights.

Key Roles & Responsibilities

Programme Integration

• Integrate male engagement approaches into MTG’s football leagues, community forums, and safe spaces

SRHR Education & Behavior Change

• Develop and deliver male-focused SRHR sessions covering consent, healthy relationships, contraception, and shared responsibility
• Promote understanding of men’s roles in advancing SRHR rights and choices for all
• Address stigma and barriers that limit male participation in SRHR

GBV Prevention & Safeguarding

• Lead community-based GBV prevention initiatives targeting men and boys
• Promote accountability, non-violence, and respectful relationships
• Strengthen safeguarding awareness among male participants, coaches, and community influencers

Male Champions & Community Engagement

• Identify, train, and mentor male champions (coaches, fathers, youth leaders, local influencers)
• Facilitate peer-to-peer engagement targeting men in their social spaces
• Support community dialogue platforms that promote shared responsibility in gender equality

Partnership & Stakeholder Engagement

• Represent MTG in local and national forums on male engagement, SRHR, and GBV
• Build partnerships with community leaders, government actors, and peer organizations
• Strengthen linkages between male engagement initiatives and existing SRHR/GBV structures

Monitoring & Evaluation

• Track male participation in SRHR decision-making
• Monitor reduction in harmful practices and GBV risk factors
• Document case studies, lessons learned, and impact stories

Reporting

• Prepare timely and high-quality weekly, monthly, and donor reports
• Contribute to programme strategy through evidence-based insights
• Support development of communication materials showcasing impact

Qualifications & Competencies

Education

Degree in Social Sciences, Project Management, Development Studies, or Gender Studies.

Key Competencies

• Experience: Minimum 2 years in a similar position/sector
• Strong understanding of gender-transformative approaches and feminist principles
• Proven experience in community engagement and behaviour change programming
• Excellent facilitation skills with diverse groups (youth, men, community leaders)
• Knowledge of SRHR, GBV prevention, and safeguarding frameworks
• Ability to influence attitudes and challenge social norms respectfully
• Strong documentation, reporting, and partnership-building skills

Application Instructions

Applications, along with a detailed CV, should be submitted to Moving The Goalposts no later than 5th July 2026. Please address your application to the Human Resource & Admin Manager at [email protected]. Ensure that the subject line clearly indicates the position you are applying for. Kindly note that only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. Interviews will be conducted on a rolling basis.