Course Description
The Certified Rapid Gender Analysis (RGA) Course is a premier, globally recognized training program meticulously designed to equip development and humanitarian professionals with the critical skills to conduct fast, context-sensitive gender analysis in volatile, crisis-affected, and time-constrained environments.
In today’s dynamic global landscape—marked by emergencies, conflicts, climate shocks, and rapid policy shifts—timely, actionable gender intelligence is not just valuable; it is vital. This high-impact course delivers practical expertise in producing rigorous gender insights that inform life-saving interventions, inclusive programming, and responsive policy decisions.
Whether you’re working in development, disaster response, humanitarian aid, or social policy, this certification will position you as a strategic leader in gender equity and inclusion, aligned with international mandates such as the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), UN Women Guidelines, World Bank Social Frameworks, and donor compliance standards.
Course Objectives
• Master the Fundamentals of Rapid Gender Analysis
• Understand the unique purpose, scope, and application of RGA in emergency and development contexts.
• Deploy Globally Endorsed Frameworks and Tools
• Apply leading models such as CARE’s RGA Framework, IASC Gender Marker, and adapted Harvard and Moser Tools for rapid, high-quality analysis.
• Collect and Synthesize High-Impact Gender Data
• Utilize practical techniques for rapid data collection, including interviews, focus groups, and remote assessments—designed for urgency and relevance.
• Generate Actionable Insights for Programming and Policy
• Translate analysis into compelling recommendations that shape resource allocation, service delivery, and advocacy.
• Ensure Ethical and Conflict-Sensitive Gender Research
• Apply Do No Harm principles, safeguard vulnerable populations, and uphold ethical data collection standards in fragile or high-risk environments.
• Align with International Gender Frameworks and Donor Standards
• Deliver outputs that comply with CEDAW, UN SDGs, World Bank ESF, and humanitarian donor protocols.
• Communicate Findings with Strategic Precision
• Develop high-quality reports, policy briefs, and presentations to influence decision-makers and stakeholders at every level.
Course Modules
• Module 1: Foundations of Rapid Gender Analysis
• Key RGA concepts, comparative advantages, and use cases in emergencies, development, and transitional settings.
• Module 2: Tools & Frameworks for RGA
• Step-by-step guidance on implementing CARE’s RGA methodology, Gender Marker systems, and customized assessment tools.
• Module 3: Data Collection in Challenging Environments
• Remote and on-ground strategies for collecting gender-sensitive data amid logistical constraints and security risks.
• Module 4: Data Analysis, Validation & Reporting
• Synthesizing data into practical, decision-ready insights; using gender-disaggregated statistics and qualitative inputs for evidence-based recommendations.
• Module 5: Aligning with Global Gender Compliance Frameworks
• Practical application of CEDAW, SDGs, UN Women, and donor standards in field-based and institutional programming.
• Module 6: Communicating RGA Results for Maximum Impact
• Strategic reporting formats, visualization tools, and advocacy approaches that ensure gender data drives real change.
Key Beneficiaries/ Users
• Gender Equality & Social Inclusion (GESI)
• Development and Humanitarian Assistance
• Program & Project Management
• Emergency Preparedness and Response
• Public Policy and Governance
• Monitoring, Evaluation, Accountability & Learning (MEAL)
• UN Agencies, NGOs, INGOs, and Donor-Funded Initiatives
• Academic and Research Institutions
General Information
• Globally Accredited Certification – Strengthen your professional brand with credentials respected by international agencies and donors.
• Expert-Led Live Training – Learn directly from seasoned gender experts with real-world experience in crisis and development environments.
• Flexible Learning Options – Choose between real-time virtual classes or executive in-person workshops designed to suit your schedule.
• Downloadable RGA Toolkits – Access customizable templates, field-tested tools, and guides you can immediately apply in your work.
• Post-Course Mentorship – Join our international alumni community and benefit from ongoing professional support and career advancement.
Executive In-Person Workshops
Experience immersive sessions with expert panels, collaborative case studies, and simulation-based learning.
Live Online Interactive Sessions
Participate from anywhere in the world through dynamic, instructor-led virtual classrooms with real-time discussions and digital resource sharing.
Contacts
• Email: info@stepsureresearchinstitute.org
• Call/WhatsApp: +254 723 482 495 | +254 757 155 287
• Website: www.stepsureresearchinstitute.org
