Job Roles at Rising Hope Initiative for Sustainable Development

Program Management and Coordination

• Lead the planning, implementation, monitoring, and evaluation of all project activities.
• Ensure programs are aligned with organizational strategy, donor requirements, and humanitarian principles.
• Develop work plans, budgets, and procurement plans in collaboration with project teams.
• Coordinate multiple project teams to ensure timely and quality delivery of outputs.
• Facilitate regular program review meetings and track progress against indicators and targets.
• Ensure integration and synergy among different projects and thematic areas (e.g., GBV, protection, livelihoods, health, WASH).

Donor and Partner Liaison

• Serve as the focal point for communication with donors, government agencies, and partners.
• Support proposal development, concept note drafting, and report writing for donor submissions.
• Maintain donor relationship management systems and ensure compliance with donor regulations.
• Represent the organization in coordination forums, clusters, and working groups.

Monitoring, Evaluation, Accountability & Learning (MEAL)

• Support the development and implementation of MEAL frameworks and tools.
• Ensure timely data collection, analysis, and reporting of project results.
• Promote adaptive management through evidence-based decision-making.
• Ensure accountability mechanisms (feedback, complaints, and learning) are effectively implemented.

Financial and Administrative Oversight

• Work with finance and logistics teams to ensure proper budgeting, expenditure tracking, and compliance with financial procedures.
• Approve program-related expenditures within delegated authority.
• Contribute to financial and narrative reporting to donors and management.
• Ensure procurement and logistics processes comply with both organizational and donor standards.

Team Management and Capacity Building

• Supervise project officers, field staff, and volunteers across project sites.
• Conduct regular performance appraisals and provide mentorship and technical guidance.
• Identify staff capacity gaps and coordinate relevant trainings.
• Promote teamwork, accountability, and a positive work environment.

Coordination and Representation

• Represent the organization in humanitarian coordination meetings, sector working groups, and government fora.
• Build and sustain relationships with community leaders, local authorities, and other NGOs.
• Support advocacy initiatives and information-sharing with key stakeholders.

 Reporting and Documentation

• Ensure timely submission of monthly, quarterly, and annual reports.
• Document best practices, lessons learned, and success stories for visibility and learning.
• Maintain accurate and organized program files and documentation.

Risk Management and Compliance

• Ensure adherence to organizational policies, codes of conduct, and safeguarding standards.
• Identify programmatic risks and propose mitigation measures.
• Support field security planning and ensure staff safety protocols are followed.

Key Competencies Required

• Strong coordination and leadership skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication.
• Knowledge of humanitarian standards  
• Proposal and report writing experience.
• Ability to work under pressure and in insecure environments.
• Proficiency in MS Office and project management tools.

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Purpose of the Role

• The GBV Officer supports the planning, implementation, and monitoring of Gender-Based Violence prevention and response activities. The role ensures that survivors receive timely, confidential, and survivor-cantered support while strengthening community structures to prevent GBV.

Key Responsibilities

Case Management & Survivor Support

• Provide confidential, survivor-cantered case management services to GBV survivors.
• Conduct safety planning, emotional support, and follow-up.
• Facilitate referrals to medical, legal, psychosocial, and livelihood services.

Psychosocial Support (PSS)

• Lead individual and group PSS sessions for women and girls.
• Support the establishment and running of Women & Girls Safe Spaces (WGSS).

GBV Prevention & Community Engagement

• Conduct community sensitization, awareness sessions, and risk-reduction activities.
• Facilitate training for community volunteers, focal persons, and women-led groups.
• Participate in safety audits and community assessments to identify GBV risks.

Coordination & Networking

• Coordinate closely with GBV actors, protection partners, CP actors, health facilities, and community structures.
• Represent the organization in GBV sub-sector meetings when required.
• Strengthen referral pathways and ensure services are updated.

Monitoring, Reporting & Documentation

• Develop weekly, monthly, and quarterly reports on GBV activities.
• Maintain updated work plans and contribute to project proposals.
• Support monitoring and evaluation (M&E) processes, including success stories, indicator tracking, and assessments.

Capacity Building

• Train staff, volunteers, and community groups on GBV concepts, guiding principles, PSEA, case management, and referral pathways.
• Mentor case workers and assistants to improve the quality of services.

Required Qualifications

Education

• Degree in Psychology, Social Work, Gender Studies, Public Health, Sociology, or relevant field.

Experience

• Minimum 2–3 years’ experience in GBV programming or protection work.
• Experience working in humanitarian settings is an added advantage.
• Fluency in speaking Hausa and Kanuri

Skills

• Strong understanding of GBV core concepts and guiding principles (safety, confidentiality, respect, non-discrimination).
• Ability to work with survivors with empathy and professionalism.
• Good communication, report writing, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Knowledge of GBVIMS, MS Office, and safeguarding principles.

Personal Attributes

• Compassionate, respectful, and non-judgmental.
• Strong ethical and professional integrity.
• Ability to work under pressure and in stressful environments.
• Cultural sensitivity and community-centered approach.