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JOB SUMMARY:

• This position will be managing the GBV project in his/her area of responsibility and supporting the team in the project implementation and will act as the technical focal point for the GBV activities.
• To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential function with or without reasonable accommodation:

Main Tasks And Responsibilities

• Oversee implementation of case management, psychosocial support activities, awareness raising sessions, trainings and any other GBV activity implemented in the field.
• Provide technical advice on GBV case management and psychosocial support to GBV case managers, in addition to overseeing the case management process through supervision and follow up to case managers.
• Regularly initiate case file audit and make sure that all necessary forms and reports are kept filed and updated.
• Provide technical supervision to the social workers and oversee the timely and quality implementation of all PSS and awareness activities, in addition to any other GBV activity implemented by the team.
• Ensure coordination and collaboration with other IMC departments, local and international NGOs, UN agencies, and other stakeholders to ensure holistic support for survivors, including participation in strengthening GBV SOPs and referral pathways.
• Provide input on program development and recommendations, as required.
• Ensure programming is on track; reporting daily on important issues that require supervisor feedback and decision making.
• Facilitate trainings on staff skills and programmatic activities, while regularly monitoring and evaluating capacity building for the team.
• Contribute and regularly update service mapping of service providers within your area to ensure that caseworkers are informed of all relevant and available services.
• Identify protection concerns, challenges and gaps of vulnerable persons within the community you are working in, develop a response plan to address them, and report them; i.e. any trends should be reported to the area manager and GBV manager and advocate for gaps in GBV response.
• Attend working groups, meetings, and other training as requested or when needed.
• Provide constant feedback to the GBV manager and coordinator about trends, gaps, needs and programmatic challenges and successes in order to adjust the program accordingly.
• Prepare qualitative and quantitative monthly reports and support the GBV social workers and case managers in preparing their reports and data workbooks.
• Keep track of beneficiary data and program documentation.
• Contribute to information-sharing and data management systems.
• Oversee the management of the women and girls safe spaces in his/her area of responsibility.
• Support in writing proposal, need assessment, FGDs and opportunities for new projects under GBV.
• Support the GBV manager and coordinator in designing new guidelines and SOPs.
• Conduct any other programmatic tasks as requested by the GBV manager.
• 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.

Minimum Qualifications

• Typically, a Bachelor’s degree in Social Work, Sociology, or related field. Equivalent combination of relevant education and experience may be substituted as appropriate.
• Typically, 5+ years of experience in team management in a humanitarian program;
• Previous experience working with GBV survivors.
• Previous experience in GBV programming
• Experience in delivering trainings
• Knowledge of, respect and empathy for the communities we are working with
• Commitment to advancing women rights and women empowerment. Very good listening and communication skills.
• Good interpersonal and influencing skills. Good facilitation skills – capable of managing and facilitating group discussions with program participants, local officials, partners and all levels of staff.
• Fluent English

Desirable

• xperience in using Primero;
• Familiarity with GBV minimum standards and other global GBV guidelines.
• Previous experience in supervision of GBV case management;
• Previous experience in developing guidelines and SOPs;
• Experience in working closely with community members throughout a program cycle
• Experience in or understanding of program accountability principles
• Experience in co-chairing working groups.

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JOB SUMMARY

• The WGSS Supervisor will oversee implementation of Women and Girls Safe Spaces (WGSS) in a representative, supervisory and coordinating role. The WGSS Supervisor ensures that WGSS are accountable towards affected populations and operated in line with WGSS principles and objectives.
• 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/Program Manager/Deputy Manager, staff team, local partners, and community stakeholders, as relevant, to plan WGSS. 
• Lead assessments as required to identify appropriate locations, modalities, and approaches for WGSS implementation.
• Develop program plans prioritizing inclusion of all women and girls.
• Promote consensus decision making within WGSS when planning activities.
• Support design of concept notes and proposals, as relevant

Capacity Building and Implementation 

• Lead implementation of WGSS, in line with the Women and Girls Safe Spaces Toolkit
• Establish measures to promote women and girls’ ownership of WGSS throughout implementation, in collaboration with staff and WGSS members.
• Establish and oversee effective feedback and consultation mechanisms. 
• Oversee logistics and procurement for WGSS.
• Train and support WGSS Facilitators to lead WGSS activities.
• Build capacity for implementation of specific approaches, where relevant (e.g., Women Rise, Girl Shine)
• Oversee distribution of dignity kits, where relevant
• Support community volunteers engaged for GBV outreach, where relevant
• Coordinate with GBV Casework Supervisors/GBV Caseworkers to ensure safe and effective integration of GBV case management services into WGSS, as relevant.

Human Resources Management

• Recruit and supervise WGSS Facilitators and other staff, as relevant.
• Ensure, as possible, that staffing of WGSS represents diversity of women and girls in communities.
• Train and coach staff
• Develop support strategies for GBV staff, foster teambuilding, and support principles of self-care

 Monitoring and Reporting

• Seek and analyse WGSS member and community feedback and adapt activities accordingly. 
• Oversee data collection of WGSS participation and hosted activities, including appropriate security of any personally identifiable information.
• Coordinate with GBV Casework Supervisors, where relevant, to ensure WGSS activities are responsive to analysis of GBV trends and feedback from survivors.
• Monitor and document prevention and risk mitigation program activities. 
• Contribute to internal and external reports.

Coordination, Advocacy and Representation

• Coordinate regularly with the GBV Coordinator/Manager/Deputy GBV Manager and participate, as required, in broader team meetings.
• Coordinate with government focal points, local partners, and women’s networks
• Represent WGSS, and member feedback related to women’s and girls’ risks, rights, and needs, as relevant, in coordination meetings and bilaterally, with relevant partners.
• Strengthen referrals between WGSS and other services.
• Promote connection between WGSS and other women’s platforms and networks.
• 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

• GBV-related experience required; Relevant academic experience preferred.
• Experience facilitating or managing WGSS.
• Demonstrated commitment to core principles of GBV programming, including gender equality and survivor-centered support services. 
• Familiarity with interagency standards and tools related to WGSS programming. 
• Familiarity with GBV coordination mechanisms, government, and NGO service providers 
• Strong communication skills
• Good interpersonal and advocacy skills
• Ability to exercise sound judgment, remain flexible, and apply experience and guidance to evolving challenges.

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JOB SUMMARY  

• The primary function of this role is to deliver the implementation of the WASH activities in the coordination and guidance of the supervisor. Deliver assessments, planning, design (preparation of BoQ, specifications, drawings), implementation, supervision, expansion/development, management of the financial, material, and other resources under the WASH and infrastructure program and administration of technical interventions. 
• The role contributes to developing concept papers and proposals for interventions and provides data required in close cooperation with the team. Besides, the Senior Officer supports the capacity building of assigned national staff and stakeholders in WASH-related program implementation.
• The individual plans and implements WASH projects, fostering internal and external networks with stakeholders and donors as directed Ensures on the ground the project monitoring, regular reviews, preparation of donor reports, capturing learnings, and support project closure and implementation of exit plans. 

MAIN TASKS AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Main Tasks and Responsibilities

• To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each of the essential functions under limited or basic living conditions and a working environment. The duties and responsibilities listed represent the nature and level of work assigned and are not necessarily all-inclusive.

Assessment

• Conduct thorough the team the rapid needs assessments and analysis. 
• Supports the transition between needs identified into activity plans and budgets. 

Program Design and implementation

• Deliver the implementation of the aims and objectives of the WASH response program in line WASH strategy.   
• Support the development of concept papers, letters of intent, proposals, and budgets for assigned WASH areas. 
• Prepare the selection, optimized design, re-design, and implementation of activities for water systems for the given context (communities, health facilities, camps, and Schools), including source selection (groundwater, surface water), layout, BoQ, drawings, electro-mechanical equipment, abstraction, storage, treatment and distribution for new water systems and the rehabilitation of old water systems. 
• Prepare the selection, design, and implementation of sanitation systems in communities, health facilities, camps, and Schools, including excreta disposal, vector control, solid waste disposal, and drainage. It considers local conditions, resources, customs, and cultural norms. 
• Prepare the hardware components of all the infection prevention and control (IPC) activities, including supervision, training, and non-clinical teams.
• Prepare and execute on-time purchase requests based on appropriate specifications and follow up on the use of materials, equipment, and supplies for intended purposes.
• Ensure SPHERE standards (both qualitative and quantitative) are considered through the program cycle and are well documented.
• Work closely with the Human Resources team for hiring and building the capacity of the national WASH team. Recommend and implement a capacity building/development plan for project staff based on documented capacity needs assessments exercise.
• Conduct training for the WASH staff on Water quality, plumbing, and data management. 
• Prepare monthly progress reports according to donor standards and templates, internal reports, and MEAL reports for concerned sectors.  
• Ensure gender and protection are considered throughout the project cycle, with women enabling decision-making around WASH challenges.
• Delivering WASH program implementation is linked to Health, Nutrition, gender, child protection, and MHPSS. 
• Implement the appropriate implementation, monitoring, and evaluation systems for WASH interventions.

Information and Coordination

• Provide regular WASH updates on progress, priorities, and challenges – verbally and in writing to supervisor.
• Participate in Grants Opening, pipeline, Mid-Term and Closing meetings.
• Represent International Medical Corps in governmental and non-governmental groups as needed and agreed with the supervisor.
• 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

• Typically, bachelor’s degree, water and sanitation engineering, civil engineering, or relevant technical WASH specialization.
• At least three years of work experience designing and implementing water and sanitation systems in IDPs, refugee and migrant contexts, maintaining sanitation systems, and implementing hygiene promotion programs, including two years in a humanitarian setting; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Two years of experience supervising contractors and interacting with international staff, partners, and donors. 
• Field experience managing national water, sanitation, and hygiene programs in complex humanitarian settings, including emergency responses.
• Experience in a national emergency and early recovery phases, including assessing and delivering adequate water supply and sanitation interventions in humanitarian and development contexts.
• The ability to effectively analyze complex problems and suggest a solution that would have a positive impact.
• Ability and understanding of the WASH sector and its hardware components.
• Competent in using Windows and other Engineering software: AutoCAD, Hydraulics soft wares Epnaet, WaterCAD, and GPS.
• Ability to effectively present information (both written and verbal) and respond appropriately to questions from senior managers, field counterparts, and senior government officials.
• Demonstrated knowledge of linking WASH activities with other humanitarian sectors. 
• Ability to understand gender-related challenges within the beneficiary groups. 
• The ability to read, write, analyze, and interpret, technical and non-technical, in the English. 
• Must have excellent English written and oral communication skills and the ability to work collaboratively with other departments within International Medical Corps, donors, non-governmental organizations, and the private sector.

Additional Technical or Language Requirements

Technical requirements:

• Civil Engineer
• Registered with a professional bodies of Engineers (COREN, NSE, NATE)

Languages: English, Hausa