GBV Officer at Concern for Women and Children Development Foundation (COWACDI)

Overall purpose of the role:  

• The GBV Officer will oversee all Gender-Based Violence (GBV) prevention and response activities in the project, ensuring that they are integrated into the broader goal of fostering inclusive and gender-responsive youth employment in the green economy. 

Core Functions / Responsibilities Program Implementation: 

• Design and oversee GBV prevention and response activities aligned with the project’s objectives. 
• Integrate GBV risk mitigation measures into green economy sectors like climate-smart agriculture, green energy, and eco-friendly technologies. 
• Implement GBV prevention and response activities, including training, community outreach, and support service for survivors. 
• Provide technical support to local partners including training, mentoring, and capacity building on GBV prevention and response 
• Ensure the integration of GBV concerns into all aspects of the organization programming. 
• Engage with local communities, including women groups, community leaders, and other stakeholders to promote GBV prevention and response. 
• Take lead in implementation of programmes and activities aimed at increasing women and girl’s participation and involvement in project activities as well as their improved access to services. 
• Oversee awareness raising activities and support the development of messaging. 
• Address the unique needs of youth, women, and displaced populations in MMC and Jere LGAs. 
• Hold regular meeting with GBV team to plan and address any concerns and share feedback. 
• Provide leadership and support to ensure staff well-being. 
• Uphold ethical standards, including do no harm principles, safeguarding, and survivor-centered approaches. 
• Ensure inclusivity by addressing the needs of marginalized groups, including persons with disabilities and displaced populations. 
• Foster collaboration with other project components to promote gender-responsive and inclusive youth employment. 

 Case Management and Support: 

• Supervise survivor-centered case management services, ensuring referrals to health, legal, and psychosocial support services. 
• Ensure survivors of GBV are timely identified and provide counselling and other appropriate response services. 
• Oversee the implementation of GBV program within the designated sites. 
• Maintain confidentiality and ethical conduct. 
• Provide individual support and case management for survivors of violence, exploitation and abuse. 
• Maintain confidentiality and adhere to ethical standards in handling GBV cases. 

 Capacity Building: 

• Train project staff, local authorities, and community leaders on GBV prevention, gender sensitivity, and safeguarding principles. 
• Build the capacity of youth and women-led organizations to address GBV within their communities.  

Coordination: 

• Collaborate and coordinate with the other organization, NGOs and government institution to ensure a coordinated response to GBV. 
• Develop and maintain effective working relationship with relevant stakeholders including partner agencies, community leaders, CBO and local NGOs and service providers. 
• Actively participate in GBV and protection sector working groups to align with broader efforts and share best practices. 

 Monitoring and Reporting: 

• Develop monitoring tools to track the progress of GBV interventions. 
• Prepare progress reports, highlighting lessons learned and providing recommendations for adaptive programming. 
• Prepare regular reports and documentation on GBV activities including challenges and lesson learned. 
• Any other task as signed by the line manager. 

Qualifications:  

• Bachelor’s degree in Social Work, Psychology, Gender Studies, or a related field. 

Experience:  

• Minimum of 2-5 years of experience working on GBV prevention and response programs. 
• Experience in case management, community engagement, and advocacy. 
• Prior experience working in humanitarian or development settings is an advantage.