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Scope of Work
The GBV Senior Officer is reporting to the GBV program manager and Addis GBV team. She/He will provide technical support in the implementation of GBV response and prevention activities in IDP sites.
Duties and Responsibilities
· Work closely with the GBV Program Manager and GBV Specialist to understand program goals and to meet expectations
· Contribute to ongoing assessments and analyses to better understand protection risks, to map points of service for survivors of GBV and vulnerable individuals, and to identify support structure.
· Analyze trends of GBV and suggest ways to develop/adjust program strategies to meet needs
· Contribute to program design and the preparation of concept notes and proposals, providing necessary field information/ data
· Identify and reinforce existing support mechanisms and work closely with local counterparts to ensure community buy-in and cultural appropriateness of activities
· Strengthen case management and referral systems
· Work with teams and communities to develop appropriate prevention and awareness-raising/behavior change strategies
· Organize and support trainings for healthcare providers, as needed and appropriate
· Compile monthly and quarterly reports, on time and with accurate data
· Coordinate with government counterparts, local and international NGOs, UN agencies and other stakeholders to ensure holistic support for survivors, including participation in strengthening GBV SOPs and referral pathways
· Actively participate in protection/GBV working groups and contribute to interagency initiatives, also promoting International Medical Corps as a leader agency in GBV
· Ensure maximum visibility of International Medical Corps and relevant donors amongst the UN and NGO community
· Contribute to the positive image and overall credibility of the organization, notably through the application of the organization’s Code of Conduct
· Assist in the selection, training and support of qualified program staff
· Develop support strategies for staff and introduce principles of self-care
· Develop work, spending and procurement plans in line with International Medical Corps ’s financial pipelines
· Work with Finance and Logistics to procure supplies within program budgets
· Maintain flexibility to take on added responsibility as and when needed
· MA Degree or BA/BSc Degree in health, social work, sociology, psychology, gender, legal or other relevant fields from recognized institution
· For MA Degree 1-2 years of experience in GBV, psychosocial support, social work, human rights, protection or related areas; and for BA/BSc Degree 3-5 years of experience in the above-mentioned fields is required.
· Proven knowledge and experience in developing and implementing community mobilization projects
· Supervisory experience
· Familiarity with standards and guidelines for GBV programming and coordination
· Experience in representing and promote the agency in relevant coordination forum.
· Ability to exercise sound judgment, to remain flexible to a changing environment, and to make decisions independently
· Ability to work well with a cross-cultural team
· Strong communication skills, both oral and written
· Excellent verbal and written proficiency in English; knowledge of Afaan Oromo is mandatory.
· Female candidates are strongly encouraged to apply