GBV Program Officer at International Medical Corps

Summary

• Under the technical supervision of the GBV Program Manager and day to day supervision of the Maiduguri team leader, the GBV program Officer will lead on direct GBV program implementation in close coordination with the local implementing partner and community volunteers.
• The program Officer will directly liaise with the support services in Maiduguri (Finance/logistics) to ensure GBV program supplies are delivered in a timely manner to meet beneficiary needs.
• The program officer will also line- manage the deputy program Officer, also based in Maiduguri.
• The Program Officer is also expected to lead on coordination with relevant key actors in Maiduguri including INGO, ministry of health, and other community based organizations involved in GBV/human rights work within his/her area of responsibility.

Background and Experience

• Bachelor of Arts or Science in Social Science, Social Work, Business, Public Health, Gender Studies, or other related field
• 3-5 years professional experience in social services sector experience working with international non- government organizations in sectors focusing on gender, women's empowerment, and/or violence prevention
• Minimum 1-2 years program management level experience and/or professional experience
• Demonstrated experience in partnerships coordination and management of local sub granted organizations
• Demonstrated experience in capacity building for local organizations
• Strong understanding of gender, human rights, and issues surrounding violence against women arid girls
• Demonstrated experience in developing and facilitating trainings and workshops tailored for individuals from a variety of professional and educational backgrounds; understanding of appropriate evaluation approaches, metrics, and tools to determine the effectiveness of the training in meeting target objectives essential
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
• Computer literate in Microsoft Word, Excel, and email
• Ability to work with minimal supervision