GBV Prevention Officer

International Medical Corps is working to relieve the suffering of those impacted by war, natural disaster and disease by delivering vital health care services that focus on training, helping devastated populations return to self-reliance. IMC has been working in Gaza since 2009 and is currently implementing a project to support health service provision in partnership with local NGOs.

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International Medical corps is currently looking for: GBV Prevention Officer (1)                                                               

Capacity: Full Time Contract

Location: Westbank

All opportunities advertised here and subsequent offers and recruitments are contingent on funding availability and donor approval.

The Officer, GBV Prevention will oversee implementation of GBV risk mitigation and prevention activities.

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential function with or without reasonable accommodation

MAIN TASKS AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Program Planning

• Work closely with GBV Coordinator/Program Manager/Deputy Manager, staff team, local partners, and community stakeholders, as relevant, to plan program interventions.

• Support GBV assessments as required, maximizing available sources of information and opportunities for coordination, and ensuring compliance with safety and ethical standards.
• Coordinate with government focal points, local partners, and women’s networks to develop appropriate GBV prevention and risk mitigation strategies and approaches.

Capacity Building and Implementation

• Lead implementation of GBV prevention and risk mitigation strategies
• Ensure effective community participation throughout implementation, including leadership of women and girls
• Train Community Mobilizers and others to lead outreach and awareness-raising
• Lead implementation of specific approaches, where relevant (e.g., SASA! Together, EMAP)
• Train staff, partners, and cross-sector actors to integrate attention to GBV and reduce risks
• Support PSEA initiatives and trainings
• Conduct FGD and interviews to understand needs of women and girls and GBV risks
• Work closely with partners and community focal points to identify and address protection risks
• Oversee distribution of dignity kits, where relevant
• Support community volunteers engaged for GBV outreach, where relevant

Human Resources Management

• Recruit and supervise Community Mobilizers, where relevant
• Train and coach staff
• Develop support strategies for GBV staff, foster teambuilding, and support principles of self-care.

Monitoring and Reporting

• Seek and analyse community feedback and adapt activities accordingly
• Oversee post-distribution monitoring, where relevant
• Monitor and document prevention and risk mitigation program activities
• Contribute to internal and external reports

Coordination, Advocacy and Representation

• Coordinate regularly with the GBV Manager and Deputy GBV Manager and participate, as required, in broader team meetings.
• Mobilize stakeholders to strengthen GBV risk mitigation and
• Promote a survivor-centred approach in all internal and external coordination
• Represent program goals and GBV

Security and Conduct

• Ensure compliance with security protocols and
• Foster a safe and supportive working environment for all GBV staff and
• Exemplify core principles of GBV programming, including respect, non-discrimination, responsible use of power, nonviolence, and promotion of gender equality.
• Contribute to the positive image and overall credibility of the program and organization, notably through adherence to the Code of Conduct and Ethics, including compliance with anti-harassment, safeguarding and PSEA policies.

Perform other duties as assigned. The duties and responsibilities listed in this document are representative of the nature and level of work assigned and not necessarily all inclusive.

Code of Conduct

As applicable to this position, an individual must promote and encourage a culture of compliance and ethics throughout the organization and maintain a clear understanding of International Medical Corps’ and donor compliance and ethics standards and adheres to those standards. Staff are also responsible for preventing violations to our Code of Conduct and Ethics, which may involve Conflicts of Interest, Fraud, Corruption or Harassment. If you see, hear, or are made aware of any violations to the Code of Conduct and Ethics or Safeguarding Policy, you have an obligation to report.

If this is a supervisory position, one must set an example of ethical behavior through one’s own conduct and oversight of the work of others; ensure that those who report to you have  sufficient  knowledge  and  resources  to  follow  the  standards outlined in the Code of Conduct & Ethics; monitor compliance of the people you supervise; enforce the Code of Conduct & Ethics and International Medical Corps’ policies, including the Safeguarding Policy and the Protection from Harassment, Bullying and Sexual Misconduct in the Workplace Policy, consistently and fairly; support employees who in good faith raise questions or concerns.

Safeguarding

It is all staff shared responsibility and obligation to safeguard and protect populations with whom we work, including adults who may be particularly vulnerable and children. This includes safeguarding from the following conduct by our staff or partners: sexual exploitation and abuse; exploitation, neglect, or abuse of children, or adults at risk; and any form of trafficking in persons.

Equal Opportunities

International Medical Corps is proud to provide equal employment opportunities to all employees and qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national or ethnic origin, age, disability, or status as a veteran.

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MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

• GBV-related experience required; Relevant academic experience
• Demonstrated commitment to core principles of GBV programming, including gender equality and survivor-centered support services.
• Familiarity with GBV prevention and risk mitigation standards, approaches, and tools
• Training and facilitation experience
• Good interpersonal and advocacy skills
• Familiarity with government and NGO service providers
• Ability to exercise sound judgment, remain flexible, and apply experience and guidance to evolving challenges
• Strong communication skills
• Fluent in written and spoken English and local language requirements

Interested and qualified individuals are encouraged to fill the application in the link below no later than June 20, 2024.

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