Officer, GBV

Job Description

Position Summary

 The GBV Officer will support implementation of GBV activities related to a specific project, initiative, or site of implementation.   

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 leadership team, staff team, local partners, and community stakeholders, as relevant, to plan program interventions.  
• Support GBV assessments as required 
• Coordinate with government focal points, local partners, and women’s networks, as appropriate  

 
Capacity Building and Implementation  

• Lead implementation of GBV relevant program activities 
• Ensure effective community participation throughout implementation, including leadership of women and girls   
• Lead implementation of specific approaches, as relevant  
• Train staff, partners and cross-sector actors, as relevant 
• Oversee distribution of dignity kits, where relevant 
• Support community volunteers engaged for GBV outreach, where relevant 

 
Human Resources Support 

• Support recruitment and oversight of Community Mobilizers, where relevant 
• Train and coach staff 
• 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 leadership and participate, as required, in broader team meetings 
• Promote a survivor-centred approach in all internal and external coordination meetings 
• Represent program goals and GBV standards  

 
Security and Conduct 

• Ensure compliance with security protocols and policies 
• Foster a safe and supportive working environment for all GBV staff and partners 
• 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.

Job Requirements

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

• Typically, a Bachelor’s degree in related field. Equivalent combination of relevant education and experience may be substituted as appropriate.
• Typically, 3+ years of experience in GBV-related area
• Demonstrated commitment to core principles of GBV programming, including gender equality and survivor-centered support services.  
• Familiarity with relevant GBV prevention and response 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

Additional Technical or Language Requirements

female is preferable to apply for this position. Please note, for Yemen-based roles, we are only able to accept applications from candidates who are eligible to work in Yemen. Since the position is a national role, we are unable to progress applications that would require sponsorship. International Medical Corps never asks job applicants for a fee, payment, or other monetary transaction. If you are asked for money in connection with this recruitment, please report to International Medical Corps at the website provided at the end of this document. Website for reporting misconduct: www.InternationalMedicalCorps.ethicspoint.com. Please do not submit your CV or application to this website, it will not be considered for review.