Project Officer ( HerSTEM Initiative) at FAME Foundation for Girls and Women Empowerment

ByMuhuddin Samaila

FAME Foundation is a gender-based non-profit organization established solely to solicit, encourage, and advance the social, emotional, and economic well-being of women and girls as well as formulate programs within the framework of the national development plan with a view of enhancing the participation of women and advocate for gender parity in the society.

Responsibilities:

  • Compile, analyze, and clarify information, data, and research regarding Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics (STEM).
  • Analyze existing STEM legislation, regulations, policies, and practices to determine actual and potential impacts in the lives of Persons with Disabilities (PWDs).
  • Liaise with stakeholders in the STEM and PWDs Ecosystem on collaborations and synergy towards the sustainable development goals.
  • Manage all STEM related affairs at FAME Foundation on daily basis.
  • Seek funding, grants and support for STEM and PWDs projects.
  • Implementation and oversight support, including overseeing FAME Foundation’s knowledge and capacity development services for the overall STEM training programs for beneficiaries.
  • Organize and formulate national STEM and PWDs programs while liaising with relevant stakeholders.
  • Policy advise and advocacy on STEM and rights of PWDs.

Qualifications:

  • Graduates with bachelor’s or master’s degrees in a STEM field (e.g., Sciences, Educational Technology, Engineering, or related areas).
  • Proven experience in project management and coordination.
  • Proven ICT Skills.
  • Understanding of STEM education, especially for individuals with disabilities.
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
  • Ability to work collaboratively and independently.
  • Passion for promoting inclusivity and gender equality in STEM.
  • 1-3 years of professional experience in Civil Society Organization.
  • Persons with disability are strongly advised to apply.

Method of Application

Interested candidates should submit their resume to careers@famefoundationwg.org . Kindly include “Project Officer (HerSTEM)” as the subject.

Sama’ila Muhuddin is a dedicated Registered Nurse and humanitarian professional with over seven years of frontline experience. Since May 2018, he has served with prominent international non-governmental organizations, including Médecins Sans Frontières (MSF) Holland, Spain, France projects and ALIMA, responding to emergencies and providing critical care in some of the most challenging humanitarian settings.

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