Equity and Inclusion Lead, Regional Inclusive Digital Ecosystem (RIDE) Activity
Job Code : TJ24050016-0008
Updated : 14/06/2024
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JOB Details :
Job Description :
Project Background
Cadmus was awarded the USAID Digital Forward Activity, which provides tools and technical assistance to USAID Missions and Washington Operating Units to ensure digital initiatives are incorporated into USAID programs and activities. Digital Forward advance digital initiatives that enhance digital security and economic prosperity in partner countries, while safeguarding individual rights, freedom of expression, and democratic norms and practices.
The Regional Inclusive Digital Ecosystem, or RIDE, is an activity from USAID’s Regional Development Mission for Asia (RDMA) under Digital Forward. A five-year program, RIDE will leverage the dynamism of Southeast Asia’s digital economy to promote a more inclusive, safe, reliable, and open digital ecosystem. RIDE will focus on strengthening the policy environment, supporting innovations that safeguard consumers, and promoting equity and inclusion in the digital ecosystem.
Position Summary
The Equity and Inclusion Lead will design, implement and monitor regional level interventions to promote equity and inclusion in the SEA digital ecosystem under Objective 3 as well as work across the three objectives to support the diversity, equity and inclusion aspects of the activity. He/she will support team members to design sub-activities using a diversity and inclusion lens, help identify opportunities to make inclusion specific programming within each of the objectives and identify issues that may affect populations differently and propose solutions to address these issues.
Responsibilities:
Leads Objective 3 (equity, inclusion and accessibility in the SEA digital ecosystem) activities
Operationalizes technical vision for Objective 3 (equity, inclusion and accessibility in the SEA digital ecosystem) and mobilizes and oversees consultants, partners, and other resources as required to deliver on vision
Advocates for and implements public and corporate policies that foster equitable online space
Designs and delivers comprehensive digital literacy programs for underrepresented populations
Promotes the use of accessible technologies that meet the unique needs of diverse communities
Develops and executes targeted strategies that address systemic inequalities within the digital ecosystem
Forges collaborations and partnerships to foster a more equitable and inclusive digital landscape
Collaborates with the Grants and Contracts Manager to identify grant opportunities that advance objective 3 results
Collaborates with team members to embed diversity, equity, and inclusion into all aspects of the Activity work, from project planning and implementation to evaluation and reporting
Helps identify opportunities to make inclusion-specific programming within each of the objectives
Supports team members in designing and implementing sub-activities with a diversity and inclusion lens
Contributes to bi-weekly, quarterly, and annual reporting requirements for USAID and to local counterparts as needed
Please submit a CV and, preferably, a cover letter to [email protected] with the position title in the subject line. This position will remain open until filled.
Qualifications :
Relevant bachelor’s degree required, with a preference for a master’s degree or equivalent professional experience in area related to diversity, equity, and inclusion; gender studies; public policy, telecommunications, legal, international development, computer science, or other relevant study for the intersection of technology and inclusion
Expertise in digital equity, inclusion, and accessibility including experience designing and working on interventions targeting people with disabilities, the elderly, LGBTQI+, religions and ethnic minorities, and/or women
Experience designing and managing donor project activities, including developing and managing activity budgets (USAID experience preferred)
Demonstrated experience working in a multi-stakeholder environment
Demonstratable management, organization, and communication skills
Legally authorized to work in Thailand without the need for sponsorship
Full professional fluency in both Thai and English, including excellent writing capabilities in English
Benefits :
We value the critical role safety and health protocols contribute to all team members’ success and work together to align and comply with all federal, state, and local safety and health mandates related to COVID to ensure a safe and valuable work environment.
Cadmus is an Equal Opportunity, Affirmative Action Employer and prohibits unlawful discrimination. Cadmus is committed to providing a respectful workplace where equal employment opportunities are available to all applicants and employees without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation (including gender identity and/or expression), national origin, military and veteran status, physical and mental disability, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.
Learn more about Cadmus by visiting our website at: http://www.cadmusgroup.com
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