Officer, GBV WEE (Women’s Economic Empowerment) at International Medical Corps

JOB SUMMARY 

• The Officer, GBV Women’s Economic Empowerment (WEE) will support implementation of GBV-oriented livelihoods/economic empowerment activities related to a specific project 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 Coordinator/Manager/Deputy Manager, staff team, local partners, and community stakeholders, as relevant, to plan WEE program interventions. 
• Support GBV, livelihoods assessments as required.
• Coordinate with government focal points, local partners, and women’s networks, as appropriate 

Capacity Building and Implementation 

• Lead implementation of relevant WEE activities, including implementation of specific approaches as relevant, e.g., EA$E, VSLA, business development, vocational training
• Ensure effective community participation throughout implementation, including leadership of women. 
• Train staff, partners, and cross-sector actors, as relevant
• Oversee distribution of resources, as relevant
• Support community volunteers engaged for GBV outreach, where relevant
• Safely integrate survivors of GBV into WEE activities
• Respond with compassion and discretion to anyone who discloses GBV or need for individual support; ensure appropriate service referrals. 

Human Resources Management

• Recruit and supervise facilitators and support staff, 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 assessment results and community feedback and adapt activities accordingly. 
• Monitor protection risks associated with WEE interventions and adapt activities, provide referrals, accordingly.
• Oversee post-distribution monitoring, where relevant
• Monitor and document WEE program activities. 
• Contribute to internal and external reports.

Coordination, Advocacy and Representation

• Coordinate regularly with the GBV Coordinator/Manager 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

• The training will be led by the EASE officer who is also responsible for overseeing all EA$E activities (VSLA, DGs, Business Skills) and direct supervision of supervisors and community workers. The qualification required for this is University degree in international or community development, business administration, social work and social administration or related field. 
• Typically, 2+ years of WEE-related experience required; Relevant academic experience preferred. 
• Demonstrated commitment to core principles of GBV programming, including gender equality and survivor-centered support services.  
• Familiarity with relevant GBV WEE 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.