My interpretation of Scripture is...no. Personally, I think God was/is just trying to keep the peace and maintain order and harmony. I mean, the way I see it...men tend to be more interested in pursuing power and leadership positions. Also, Christianity is kind of patriarchal, in a way...men are the head of families, for instance, God is male, Christ and The Holy Spirit are also male...I think having men as the head of a church fits the pattern.
Which isn't to say women should be discouraged from other positions within the church. Gender roles within Christianity are complementary; generally speaking, men and women do work that, combined, contributes to the church and home (and therefore society).
Ramble ramble...that's my opinion.