International Medical Corps (IMC) Senior GBV Officer Jobs in Ethiopia
International Medical Corps (IMC) Senior GBV Officer Jobs in Ethiopia
Job Purpose Summary The senior GBV Officer is a key team member of International Medical Corps, and will oversee the overall day to day of GBV prevention and response interventions, including case management/psychosocial support, community mobilization for GBV prevention, capacity building and coordination with other sectors and actors in Gambella refugee camps in Ethiopia.
Under the direct supervision of GBV program manager/deputy manager, The Senior GBV Officer, based in Gambella camps, will supervise 2 GBV response officers and 1 community mobilization officer.
The senior GBV officer will provide ongoing supervision, mentoring/coaching for team members to ensure that the goals and objectives of the program are met in a timely and effective manner, that the approach to program implementation is participatory, that team members receive appropriate support and that a positive team spirit is fostered encouraging innovative and quality programming.
Responsibilities
Primary Responsibilities
Coordinate and monitor the overall implementation of GBV program activities in the camp based on established indicators, including collating and analyzing data and information for reporting;
Supervise and support the day to day activities including case management/psychosocial support, follow-up and advocacy to meet beneficiaries needs , community mobilization to prevent GBV risks, build community capacity to prevent and respond to GBV incidents;
Provide on-going direct supervision to GBV staff, including assisting in the development of individual work plans for GBV staff;
Develop and monitor program plans, including activity, procurement and spending - related to GBV prevention and response activities;
Ensure safe and ethical GBV data collection and sharing based on agreed procedures and protocols;
Conduct regular meetings with team members and community members to assess progress toward objectives, discuss issues and assist in finding solutions to challenges identified;
Ensure timely submission of activity reports on weekly, monthly and quarterly basis and ensure proper filing;
Human Resource Management & Capacity Building
Assist in the recruitment and training of GBV staff and refugee volunteers;
With support from IMC HR, conduct staff performance evaluations for all GBV staffs in Gambella in a
timely manner;
Work with HR to ensure accuracy of all GBV program job descriptions for staffs and their responsibilities;
In collaboration with GBV program manager, design and monitor capacity building strategies for all GBV staffs in Gambella;
Ensure staff support and debriefing processes are in place, and that staff safety planning is conducted and regularly updated;
Develop, implement and promote effective team communication techniques and systems, including regular senior staff meetings;
Coordination & Collaboration
Develop and maintain effective working relationships with all relevant stakeholders including ARRA, UNHCR, UNFPA, other partners and community members in Gambella camp,
Mobilize stakeholders to participate in GBV coordination and risks mitigation meetings;
Collaborate with other IMC sectors and operations personnel to ensure that the program is properly supported and that all project-related operational activities are conducted according to IMC HR, Logistics, Finance and other policies and procedures;
In collaboration with the GBV program manager, promote and represent the interests of the GBV program with regards to all relevant stakeholders;
Individual Guiding Principles
Ensure vulnerable women including survivors of GBV are safe at all times; Respect their wishes, rights and dignity; Keep their experiences confidential and do not discriminate them.
Job Requirements
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
Bachelor degree in sociology, social work or Reproductive Health or related experience
Background in SGBV, Human Rights and/or Protection.
Experience in providing training
Experience working with communities through community entry, mobilization and dialogue
Previous experience living in a hardship environment;
Fluency in English is required
Language ability in local language is strongly preferred;
Comfort in living and working in Afar including daily work in refugee camps.
How to Apply
Interested applicants who meet the above requirements should submit their application letter by clearly stating the position that you are applying for and CV through www.ethiojobs.net on OR before September 27, 2020.
Female candidates are highly encouraged to apply.
Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
Note
IMC is equal opportunity employer and hence candidate from all background: religion, ethnic group, qualified women and people living with disabilities, etc are all encouraged to apply.
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