Job Title: GBV / EMAP Prevention Officer
Job ID: MDG / GBV / 02
Location: Maiduguri, Borno 60% field visit
Job Summary
- The GBV Prevention/EMAP Officer will be responsible for the overall implementation of the GBV prevention/outreach activities implemented as part of the GBV program in Borno State.
- This includes, but is not limited to:
- Mobilizing communities to develop and implement strategies to prevent GBV and secure a thriving environment for survivors of GBV;
- Implementation of outreach/community awareness raising activities;
- Implementation of evidence-based GBV prevention approaches (EMAP, SASA!, etc.); and,
- The direct supervision of community outreach volunteers.
- The GBV Prevention Officer will conduct thorough assessments to ensure that sensitization sessions meet the needs of the community.
- The GBV Prevention Officer will promote community led initiatives that improve the security conditions of women, children and survivors of GBV.
- She/he will plan and implement training as necessary and will work with other GBV staff to assess and meet training needs. This position reports directly to the GBV Manager.
Specific Responsibilities
The responsibilities of the GBV Prevention Officer include but are not limited to the following:
Program Development And Implementation:
- Utilize participatory methodology and adult education techniques to assist communities in developing community-driven prevention and response plans.
- Conduct focus group discussions and keep detailed documentation about the information gathered. Consider this information in planning and conducting animation, sensitizations, and in the design of information, education and communication materials.
Qualification, Experience and Skills
- University degree in civil law, human rights, gender, development, psychology, social work or a gender related programs;
- Willingness to travel to field locations and to spend time.
- Advanced understanding of the root causes of violence against women and girls
- Experience in implementing and facilitating EMAP and other GBV prevention curriculums
- Strong background in human rights and familiarity with practical challenges faced by displaced and other vulnerable persons,
- Experience conducting assessments and a willingness to help plan assessments;
- Commitment to supporting quality programs through promotion and integration of protection principles in project work in line with international best practices (meeting or exceeding minimum standards);
- Interest in building staff capacity via trainings, resource development, shadow visits, etc.;
- Ability and willingness to maintain regular presence at project sites (including all outreach and community center locations);
- Proven experience in humanitarian action and in fragile contexts
- Ability and willingness to work during irregular working hours when needed
- Strong computer skills (Excel, Microsoft, PowerPoint and Outlook)
- Fluency in English (written and spoken) Hausa and Kanuri is a must.
- Strong interpersonal skills and demonstrated ability to establish effective working relations with local staff and other stakeholders.
- Proven ability to work and live in very basic living conditions in deep field locations.
- Ability to work under pressure, with minimal supervision,
- Self-starter.
Method of Application
Interested and qualified candidates should send their CV addressing it to “The Human Resource Coordinator, International Medical Corps” to: [email protected]
Note
- Candidates MUST state the position JOB ID (MDG/GBV/02) and location they are applying for as the subject of their email, application letter and curriculum vitae should be in a single Microsoft Word Document, otherwise applications will not be considered.
- We are an equal opportunity organization Borno State Based candidates are Strongly encouraged to apply for this position.
- Nigerian nationals only
- Qualified women are encouraged to apply.
- Only Short-listed candidates will be contacted
Deadline: November 23, 2020
Job Features
Job Category | Medical/ Healthcare / Pharmaceutical |