JOB DETAILS:
Restless Development is a global non-profit agency. We support the collective power of young leaders to create a better world. We are independently registered and governed in nine countries (India, Nepal, Sierra Leone, Tanzania, Uganda, UK, USA, Zambia and Zimbabwe) bound together by our vision for youth power. We run youth-led programmes to tackle the issues that young people care about the most – We also run the Youth Collective – a growing network of over 4000 local youth civil society groups and organisations in 185 countries. We are committed to creating an agency that walks the talk on power shifting, using the power shifting checklist, both internally and externally.

Our approach to safeguarding
Restless Development considers the welfare and protection of children, young people and vulnerable adults to be an organisational imperative with primacy over the success of programmes or strategic objectives. We recognise that safeguarding is everyone’s responsibility and we expect all of our staff, volunteers and partners to ensure we protect the communities in which we operate from harm and abide by our Safeguarding Policy.

About Global Girls Creating Change Project (G2C2)
In partnership with Hivos, Restless Development is implementing the Global Girls Creating Change (G2C2) project in Uganda and Nepal. In Uganda, we are working in the districts of Jinja, Mayuge, Moroto, Napak and Jinja City. The goal of the G2C2 is to foster and elevate a diverse movement of girl-centered climate action to lead, shape, and inform equitable, inclusive climate policies and actions. This is informed by an intersectional climate justice approach, with girls in all their diversity, and in particular girls from marginalized groups disproportionately affected by climate change, at the centre. The programme intends to target diverse young people aged 18 – 30 years, in rural and urban settings, with different education backgrounds, and consider gender-related issues. We are looking for dynamic, committed, passionate and diverse girls to join the G2C2 programme as GIRL CHAMPIONS.

Overall G2C2 Project Objective
In partnership with Hivos, Restless Development is implementing the Global Girls Creating Change (G2C2) project in Uganda and Nepal. In Uganda, we are working in the districts of Jinja, Mayuge, Moroto, Napak and Jinja City. Climate change affects everyone but the impact is felt more by girls from poor, and vulnerable communities. This is even worse for girls from diverse backgrounds for example; girls with disabilities, girls living with HIV/AIDs, young mothers, school drop outs among others.

Overall G2C2 Project Objective
To foster and elevate a diverse movement of girl-centred climate action to lead, shape, and inform equitable, inclusive climate policies and actions. This is informed by an intersectional climate justice approach, with girls in all their diversity, and in particular girls from marginalized groups disproportionately affected by climate change, at the centre. Restless Development in partnership with Hivos as the lead agency will implement the project.

Specific Project objectives
• Support girls to develop the skills to lead inclusive climate action as entrepreneurs and activists. To achieve this, activities include girl-led evidence-building, training and skills development including on technical, STEM and career skills, mentoring, and community dialogues about gender norms.
• Support girls to voice their agenda at local, national, regional and global events. Activities to achieve this include developing girl-led advocacy plans, operationalizing them in national networks, platforms and dialogues, media engagement, and supporting a diverse cohort of girls to engage at regional and international levels.
• Provide grants, training and other support for girls to create and lead climate innovations and enterprises in their communities. This will be achieved through participatory co-creation processes, pitching for innovation grants, and complementary resources, tools and support.
About the role
We are looking for dynamic, committed and passionate girls to join Restless Development as Girl Champions. The Girl Champions will be based in Project Implementation Districts of Moroto, Napak, Jinja, Mayuge and Jinja City. The Girl Champions’ skills will be enhanced in the Girl-led research methodology, green entrepreneurship, climate activism, digital advocacy, story-telling among others. The Champions will be mentored and will also mentor fellow girls in their communities and they will get exposure through being part of national and regional and global platforms.

Key Responsibilities:
• Participate in the Girl-led research & needs assessment training.
• Participate in the training on green entrepreneurship, career skills, climate activism, advocacy, story-telling and organizing.
• The Girl Champions will co-lead an inclusive Girl-led needs assessment and evidence-building to analyze the current situation and barriers, local needs and opportunities. The Girl Champions will collect data, analyse, validate it and hold national and community dialogues on the research findings.
• Conduct Community dialogues on gender norms that limit girls’ contributions to climate solutions, and how to actively engage men and boys as well as girls and women in climate activism.
• Lead the development of climate action plans and co-create climate innovations through participatory “lab” process that can pitch for grants and support.
• Facilitate peer to peer support groups and conduct mentorship sessions to reach out the intended program coverage.
• Will co-create a Global Girls Climate Manifesto and translate it into an actionable plan to voice and launch it at national and international climate events for action.
• Participate in community-level coalitions to enable them to engage in and influence national networks, platforms and dialogues, organized by government, private sector as well as other civil society actors.
• Ensure the safety of fellow Girl Champions and community members.
Others
• Other duties as assigned by the line manager.

Job title: Girl Champion (Volunteer Role)
Location: Jinja City, Moroto, Napak, Jinja and Mayuge Districts (30 positions)
Stipend: You will receive a modest monthly stipend depending on the level of
engagement.
Preferred start date: May 2024
Length of contract: 12 Months
Reports to: Programme Officer
Expected travel: Occasional domestic travels may be required

About you
We are looking for people with the right competencies and skills for the role, and who demonstrate the personal qualities consistent with our values.

Our value: HEART - We are who we serve. We are brave.
Behaviour: Upholds the Restless Values at all times, demonstrating professionalism in their day-to-day work.

Our value: HEAD - Delivers Quality. We are 100% professional.
Behaviour: Upholds the Restless Values at all times, demonstrating professionalism in their day-to-day work.

Our value: VOICE - We generate leaders. We are proud to carry the banner for youth-led development.
Behaviour: Actively seeks to develop their own leadership skills. Is seen as a leader to beneficiaries and other young people.

Our value: HANDS - We are in it together. We listen and learn.
Behaviour: Actively listens and learns from those around them. Uses effective two-way communication to build rapport and relationships in the community.

Skills and experience
Essential:
• Are between 18-24 years old.
• Are passionate and driven about youth development and the role of young people as partners and leaders in decision-making.
• Completed at least O-level education, current student or equivalent work experience in youth engagement.
• Current resident of Jinja City, Jinja, Napak, Moroto and Mayuge districts is a MUST.
• Fluent in English and the local language of your district.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

Desirable:
• Have enough time and capacity to commit to the programme from start to finish.
• Passionate about climate justice, advocacy and community engagement.
• Have some expertise or experience in knowledge/understanding of climate change, climate justice or have been involved in advocacy work at any level.
• Girls from diverse backgrounds are strongly encouraged to apply for this opportunity.

Restless Development is an Equal Opportunities employer and welcomes applications from all sectors of the community. Restless Development will ensure that no applicant or staff member receives less favourable treatment on the grounds of gender, sexual orientation, marital status, social status, caste, race, ethnic origin, religious belief, age, HIV status, disability, or any other factor that cannot be shown to be relevant to performance.

Values and Culture
At Restless Development, we’re proud that the strength and integrity of our Values has been recognised by staff, young people, donors and others who we work with. Beyond this, we have a culture of recognising and celebrating both our Values and our global achievements with monthly Values Champions and an annual Values Day.

Please submit your CV and a cover letter that provides tangible examples of how your skills, knowledge and experience will support your ability to perform the key priorities outlined in the above job description (using no more than 750 words).