Danish Refugee Council Careers in Ethiopia

Danish Refugee Council GBV Response Officer Careers in Ethiopia

GBV Response Officer

Title: GBV Response Officer

Reports to: Protection Team Leader

Location: Dima

Start of Contract & Duration: 7 months with Possibility of Extension

Posting date: February 22, 2017

Introduction

The Danish Refugee Council (DRC) is a humanitarian, non-governmental, non-profit organization founded in 1956 that works in more than 30 countries throughout the world, including Ethiopia.

DRC fulfills its mandate by providing direct assistance to conflict-affected populations, including refugees, internally displaced people and host communities. Under its mandate, the organization focuses on emergency humanitarian response, rehabilitation and post-conflict recovery.

DRC commenced work in Ethiopia in 2009 and currently provides expertise in shelter, WASH, livelihoods and protection in the Gambella and Somali regions of the country. Activities implemented by DRC are funded by money raised from the Danish public and by project grants from the Danish government and other bilateral and multi-lateral donors.

DRC’s operation in Gambella regional state currently makes up the largest portion of the DRC Ethiopia/Djibouti program’s activities in both programmatic and monetary terms. DRC’s work in Gambella is focused on responding to the refugee influx into that region from South Sudan.

DRC started operating in Dimma in February 2015, implementing a Child Protection in Emergency Program. The Dimma Field office currently has more than 20 staff members and DRC currently implements programmes concerning Child Protection, Gender-Based Violence, Youth, Grinding Mills and Shelter.

Position’s Overall Objectives

Working under the direct management of the Protection Team Leader, The GBV Response Officer will be responsible for providing day to day case management and psychosocial support to vulnerable women, including survivors of GBV in Okugu refugee camps.

The officer will also oversee the women’s centers activities including psychosocial and recreational activities, information sessions and skills building activities and supervise community refugee social workers to facilitate services for vulnerable women and girls including survivors of GBV.

Responsibilities And Tasks

To achieve the overall and specific objectives of the position, the GBV Response Officer, will be responsible for all gender-based violence (GBV) response -related activities in the community, including trainings, workshops, awareness-raising activities, and campaigns with government actors, community leaders, women and adolescent groups, and community members the officer will perform the following specific tasks and undertake the responsibilities

Technical Support:

Monitor & supervise case management, including capacity building through training, mentorship and on-the-job training of social workers to provide case management.

Make sure IEC messages are appropriate for the community and tested before dissemination.

Provide direct supervision to Social Workers through development of daily and weekly outreach plan.

Conducting house to house visits or group discussion sessions in the community.

Mobilize community members to create a protective environment for women and girls and promote their safety and dignity

Develop and conduct trainings and workshops for DRC GBV staff, other DRC staff, partner organizations and community members on a variety of issues related to violence against women and girls, access to services, and reducing risk for women and girls.

Provide prevention-related trainings for all relevant sectors and community members.

Contribute to a positive team spirit among all DRC staff.

Provide mentoring to GBV outreach team on a weekly basis.

Support adherence to GBV referral protocols

Assess gaps in GBV response services in the camp

Facilitate and lead community-based GBV coordination in relevant sector meetings

Maintain positive coordination and relationships with partner and other DRC sector staff.

Develop monthly outreach plan based on case trends and needs of women and girls

Ensure trainings and mentorship activities are done in accordance with DRC logistics policy and in a timely manner to ensure the successful implementation of programs

Prepare and submit weekly, monthly and 3-month work plans in a timely manner and incorporate manager feedback.

Compile monthly report and submit to the Protection Team

Leader by the 28th of every month.

Ensure that all relevant financial documentation is completed accurately as required by DRC finance policy.

Develop monthly outreach plan with

social workers, based on case trends and ongoing needs of women and girls, include strategies to reach women and girls who are more isolated/have special needs.

Work in collaboration with the Prevention Officers to ensure ongoing needs of women and girls in the camp are being met through prevention-related activities.

Collaborate with the GBV Prevention Officer to organize awareness raising events, including mass awareness events and ensure response related topics covered in events.

Compile monthly report and submit to Protection Team Leader, in collaboration with GBV Prevention Officer, by the 28th of every month.

Estimate quarterly program purchase requests according to the field requirements and submit requests on time.

Monitor supply and logistical needs of project and ensure adherence to all relevant DRC logistic policies, including management of materials in the warehouse including management of materials in the warehouse.

Ensure that all relevant financial documentation is complete and submitted to finance in a timely manner as required by DRC finance policy.

In the absence of the Response Officer or any other responsible person the officer will organise and lead case management meetings with relevant stakeholders.

Take over any other task designated by the Protection

Manager/Protection Team leader to ensure proper functioning of the Protection Program.

2. General Management and Support:

Manage all Incentive social workers, supporting respectful and positive working relationships which allow for the effective implementation of all DRC Protection activities. This is to be achieved through leadership, team building, day-to-day support and capacity-building.
Undertake daily supervisory, monitoring and support visits to project locations.

Personal Specifications:

Essential:

Bachelor’s degree in Psychology, Social Work and Sociology or other relevant field from a recognized institution.

Minimum 4 years of experience in an entry to mid to level position, preferably with experience in the NGO field.

Commitment to learning and implementing organizational policies and procedures.

Full proficiency in Microsoft Office.

Excellent verbal and written proficiency, Amharic and English.

Additional Characteristics

Clear understanding of gender inequality, and issues surrounding violence against women and girls.

Ability to maintain confidentiality and respect for clients at all times is essential.

Ability to lead, train, supervise, facilitate and motivate other GBV staff in their respective tasks in a professional, respectful and supportive manner.

Positive and professional attitude, able to organize, maintain composure and prioritize work under pressure, work overtime when necessary and be able to coordinate multiple tasks and maintain attention to detail.

Ability to work as a member of a team essential.

Ability to communicate in English and write clear and concise reports in English.

Computer literate, including Microsoft Word and Excel.

Strong planning, organization and problem solving skills with ability to work both independently and within a team in a demanding work environment.

Excellent personnel management skills, including diplomacy, tact and negotiating skills.

Integrity, strong work ethic, and ability to consistently meet deadlines under pressure.

Experience collaborating in protection, gender and human rights related activities.

Experience working with youth and young people and in community mobilizations and participatory approaches.

Experience living and working in cross-cultural and remote environments.

Proficiency in Murle or Anuak language is an asset.

How to apply:
Interested candidates who meet the required qualifications and experience are invited to submit updated CV and cover letter explaining their motivation and why they are suited for the post.

We only accept applications sent via our online-application form on www.drc.dk under Vacancies.

Please forward the application and CV, in English through the online application on www.drc.dk under vacancies no later than March 4, 2017.

For general information about the Danish Refugee Council, please consult www.drc.dk.

We encourage all qualified Ethiopian National candidates only to apply. DRC considers all applicants based on merit. It is DRC policy to recruit, hire, train and promote individuals, as well as administer any and all personnel actions, without regard to gender, race, national, clan or tribal origin, religion, age, sex, origin or ancestry, marital status, social status, sexual orientation, or status as a qualified disabled individual.