GBV Prevention Officer at Norwegian Church Aid ('NCA')

GENERAL DESCRIPTION    

The GBV Prevention Officer will lead efforts to design, implement, and manage gender-based violence (GBV) prevention programs within vulnerable communities. This role focuses on raising awareness, building local capacity, and fostering community engagement to reduce and prevent instances of GBV. The Officer will collaborate with community members, leaders, volunteers, and partners to ensure the effective delivery of GBV prevention activities, including training, workshops, and mass awareness events. Additionally, the GBV Prevention Officer will monitor program progress, gather data, and provide reports to ensure the impact and sustainability of interventions.    

JOB ROLES & RESPONSIBILITIES    

• Develop and implement GBV prevention programs, campaigns, and  activities tailored to community needs.
• Conduct assessments to identify GBV risks and design community-based  interventions for vulnerable populations.
• Collaborate with community members, leaders, and local organizations  through volunteers to raise awareness about GBV and promote access to  services via an updated referral pathway.
• Monitor, supervise, and build the capacity of community volunteers to  carry out mobilization, sensitization, awareness-raising, and educational  activities in camps and local communities.
• Spearhead and support NCA and partners in planning and mobilizing  communities for mass awareness campaigns and calendar events such as  International Women’s Day, Girl Child Day, and the 16 Days of Activism.
• Facilitate training sessions, workshops, and dialogues on GBV prevention,  gender equality, GBV Case Coordination (GBV CC), and Protection from  Sexual Exploitation and Abuse (PSEA), and work with stakeholders to  develop action plans.
• Provide training and support to local staff, volunteers, and partners on  GBV prevention and response strategies.
• Equip community members and stakeholders with knowledge and tools to  prevent GBV in their local contexts.
• Participate in coordination meetings and networks focused on gender-  based violence and women\'s rights.
• Engage in campaigns and policy dialogues to promote gender equality  and protection for vulnerable groups.
• Track progress of GBV prevention activities, gather data, and prepare  reports on program outcomes.
• Monitor the impact of interventions to ensure they are effective and  sustainable.
• Ensure that survivors are referred to appropriate services (health, legal,  psychological) when needed.
• Oversee the facilitation and implementation of GBV prevention strategies,  such as male engagement activities, the SASA Together! approach, and  other transformative programs by NCA and partners.
• Support ongoing community engagement to promote acceptance of GBV  prevention activities and approaches.
• Monitor and supervise partner activities (e.g., CCN) to ensure compliance  with program objectives.

Additional Job Responsibilities

• The job duties and responsibilities as set out above are not exhaustive and the Post holder may be required to carry out additional duties within reasonableness of their level of skills and experience.

QUALIFICATIONS & EXPERIENCE

Essential Criteria:

• Commitment to Human Rights and Gender Equality: Strong dedication to human rights, gender equality, and deep understanding of issues related to violence against women and girls, including a survivor-centred approach.
• Adherence to NCA Values: Commitment to NCA’s core values and principles, including timely reporting and enforcement of the NCA Code of Conduct and Protection from Sexual Exploitation and Abuse (PSEA) standards.
• Independent Work: Demonstrated ability to work independently with minimal supervision, while being proactive and results oriented.
• Gender Sensitivity and Flexibility: Resilient, flexible, and able to work in gender-sensitive contexts, ensuring that the needs and perspectives of all genders are respected.
• Cultural Competence: Ability to work and communicate effectively in culturally diverse settings, with experience engaging with community members, leaders, and local organizations.
• Community Engagement Experience: Proven experience in working with community groups, community leaders, and women’s empowerment initiatives, including facilitating training and community-based interventions.
• Communication Skills: Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with fluency in the local language and the ability to deliver presentations, training, and workshops effectively.
• Computer Literacy: Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, and other relevant software.
• Fieldwork Readiness: Willingness to travel frequently to field sites and engage with communities, particularly in peri-urban and IDP camp settings, while managing GBV programs and activities like Women and Girls Safe Spaces (WGSS).

Qualifications:

• Education: Bachelor’s degree in social sciences or a related field (e.g., Gender Studies, Public Health, Social Work, Humanities, Law, Psychology, Sociology).
• Experience in Gender Programming: 2-5 years of relevant experience, with at least 2 years focused on GBV in emergencies, gender equality, or women’s rights programming.

Experience:

• INGO Experience: Minimum of 3 years of experience working with an International Non-Governmental Organization (INGO), ideally in a humanitarian or emergency context.
• Team Collaboration: Experience working within a relatively large, multidisciplinary team.
• Policy Compliance: Ability to independently enforce compliance with internal control procedures and policies, ensuring program integrity.
• Capacity Building and Supervision: Experience in supervising staff or community volunteers and building their capacity to implement GBV prevention and response programs.