Primary Responsibilities

• In close collaboration with the Senior GBV Manager, oversee all of the projects implemented under the GBV sector across all implementation field sites.
• Support emergency response program intervention across the country
• Support urban refugee GBV program intervention
• Coordinate and monitor the overall implementation of GBV program activities in the camps and emergency intervention based on established indicators, including collating and analyzing data and information for reporting;
• Work closely with the Senior GBV Manager to review and develop the GBV’s strategy for Ethiopia.
• Ensure that all GBV grants are implemented according to internal International Medical Corps and donor regulations.
• Participate in grant opening, midterm review and grant closing meetings for all GBV grants and support similar processes in field sites.
• Support field staff in proper use of grant management tools, e.g., budget tracking tools, activity progress monitoring tools, procurement plans, etc.
• Support the collection, analysis and dissemination of project data and GBVIMS for problem analysis, planning and evaluation
• Develop and monitor program plans, including activity, procurement and spending
• Provide technical support, supervision and monitoring of all GBV projects. Extend technical support to other agencies and implementing partners as needed.
• Ensure that all GBV programs in the field adhere to GBV guiding principles, protocols, guidelines, etc. and that all GBV activities are consistent with established best practices.
• Participate in the development of new proposals and initiatives for the GBV sector.
• Monitor evolving needs and trends in target communities, conduct assessments on GBV and protection needs in new project areas and adjust programmatic priorities as necessary.
• Promote the quality of the GBV programs by developing and establishing quality assurance systems and in collaboration with Addis- and field-based GBV staff.
• Participating in country-level strategic planning, leading strategic planning analysis, incorporation, and implementation in field site programming
• Support the development and updating of GBV technical materials (e.g., training guidelines) as necessary.

Human Resource Management & Capacity Building

• Assist in the recruitment and training of GBV staff
• Adhere to the policies of PSEA and safeguarding
• Support the urban refugee project implementation
• International Medical Corps Work with HR to ensure accuracy of all GBV program job descriptions for staffs and their responsibilities;
• In collaboration with Senior GBV manager, design and monitor capacity building strategies for all GBV staff in Dolo Ado;
• Develop, implement and promote effective team communication techniques and systems, including regular senior staff meetings;

Coordination & Collaboration

• Develop and maintain effective working relationships with all relevant stakeholders including ARRA, UNHCR, BOWCA, UNFPA, one stop center and other partners, mobilize stakeholders to participate in GBV coordination and risks mitigation  meetings;
• Collaborate with other International Medical Corps sectors and operations personnel to ensure that the program is properly supported and that all project-related operational activities are conducted according to International Medical Corps HR, Logistics, Finance and other policies and procedures;
• In collaboration with the senior GBV program manager, promote and represent the interests of the GBV program with regards to all relevant stakeholders;
• Represent International Medical Corps to local communities, government departments, international agencies, local partners and donors as required.
• Attend relevant meetings and prepare meeting notes as required and share these with all concerned.
• And any other activity as requested by the supervisor

Individual Guiding Principles

Ensure vulnerable women including survivors of GBV are safe at all times; Respect their wishes, rights and dignity; Keep their experiences confidential and do not discriminate them.

Job Requirements

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• University degree in Social Work, Public Health, Nursing, Women’s or Gender Studies, Sociology or related field preferred. Master level education is preferred.
• At least four years of experience implementing and managing GBV, gender, health or other related programming
• Background in SGBV, Human Rights, PSEA and/or Protection.
• Experience in supervising, managing, and providing technical support and assistance to field staff
• Experience in supervising, managing, and providing technical support, capacity building and assistance to field staff.
• Experience working with communities through community entry, mobilization and dialogue
• Previous experience living in a hardship environment
• Experience working with urban refugee;
• Fluency in English is required
• Additional language is an asset 
• Willing to travel to hardship areas more than 50% of the time

How to Apply

Interested applicants who meet the above requirements should submit their application letter by clearly stating the position that you are applying for and CV through www.ethiojobs.net on OR before April 12. 2021

Female candidates are highly encouraged to apply.

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

Note: IMC is equal opportunity employer and hence candidate from all background: religion, ethnic group, qualified women and people living with disabilities, etc are all encouraged to apply.

International Medical Corps never asks job applicants for a fee, payment, or other monetary transaction. If you are asked for money in connection with this recruitment, please notify International Medical Corps at report@InternationalMedicalCorps.org. Deadline: Apr 12, 2021