Gender Sensitivity
Knowledge and application of theoretical and practical approaches to developing and sustaining gender sensitivity processes required for gender mainstreaming.
Type
Functional
Competency Area
Gender
Levels
Theoretical knowledge on gender sensitivity
Describes various concepts pertaining to gender sensitivity
Demonstrates theoretical knowledge on gender sensitivity, including the complex structures of gender relations in society
Links gender sensitivity to gender mainstreaming in an organisational/departmental setting
Links gender sensitivity to gender mainstreaming
Recognises that gender sensitivity comprises of three elements; commitment, methodological skills, and specialist knowledge
Applies theoretical knowledge of gender sensitivity to reflect on gender relations at the workplace
Documents the relevance of gender sensitivity in gender mainstreaming tools (gender analysis, gender audit, gender budgeting, etc.)
Applies theoretical knowledge to workplace
Demonstrates basic gender sensitivity concepts and their application to programs, policies, and initiatives
Reviews the effectiveness of gender sensitivity trainings through intermediate outcomes, long-term impacts, etc.
Informs gender mainstreaming through the identification and procurement of gender and sex -disaggregated data
Develops customised gender sensitivity trainings
Implements gender mainstreaming using appropriate methods and tools (gender analysis, gender audit, gender budgeting, etc.)
Designs gender sensitivity trainings that raise awareness amongst decision-makers on gender relations and dynamics
Analyses empirical facts about gender aspects within the organisation/department
Advances gender sensitivity and gender mainstreaming in the workplace
Classifies and interprets gender and sex-disaggregated facts and data to all stakeholders
Institutionalises gender mainstreaming through an organisational/departmental strategy and a clear framework for action
Promotes a culture of accountability for gender mainstreaming