Title: Team Leader – Protection - GBV

Location: Dima

Reports to: Protection Manager

Grade – G

Start of Contract & Duration: up to November 15, 2021 with Possibility of Extension

Posting date: August 24, 2021

INTRODUCTION

The Danish Refugee Council (DRC), an international non-governmental organization (NGO), has been providing relief and development services in the Horn of Africa since 1997. DRC promotes and supports solutions to the problems faced by refugees, internally displaced people (IDPs), and migrants. The organization has offices across the region, and has been operational in Ethiopia since 2009. With funding from bilateral and multilateral donors, DRC is currently implementing a range of activities across Ethiopia including WASH and shelter provision, child and youth protection, gender-based violence response, awareness-raising of migration risks, protection monitoring of migration routes, and livelihoods support for returning migrants or those at-risk of migration.

OVERALL PURPOSE OF THE JOB

The GBV Team Leader is a key team member of Danish Refugee Council (DRC), and will oversee the overall day to day of GBV prevention and response interventions, including case management/psychosocial support, community mobilization for GBV prevention, capacity building and coordination with other sectors and actors in Okugu refugee camp, Agnua Woreda of Gambella region. Under the direct supervision of Protection manager, the GBV Team Leader, based in Okugu camp, will supervise 2 GBV officers (GBV Prevention and Response Officers) and GBV Assistants. The GBV Team Leader will provide ongoing supervision, mentoring/coaching for team members to ensure that the goals and objectives of the program are met in a timely and effective manner, that the approach to program implementation is participatory, that team members receive appropriate support and that a positive team spirit is fostered, encouraging innovative and quality programming.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Responsibilities and tasks

• Coordinate and monitor the overall implementation of GBV program activities in the camp based on established indicators, including collating and analyzing data and information for reporting;
• Supervise and support the day to day activities including case management/psychosocial support, follow-up and advocacy to meet beneficiaries’ needs, community mobilization to prevent GBV risks, build community capacity to prevent and respond to GBV incidents;
• Provide on-going direct supervision to GBV staff, including assisting in the development of individual work plans for GBV staff;
• Develop and monitor program plans, including activity, procurement and spending related to GBV prevention and response activities;
• Ensure safe and ethical GBV data collection and sharing based on agreed procedures and protocols;
• Contribute in the implementation of DRC’s AGD approach both in the team and within the community of beneficiaries;
• Make sure the GBVIMS is updated and shared with relevant stakeholders;
• Conduct regular meetings with team members and community members to assess progress toward objectives, discuss issues and assist in finding solutions to challenges identified;
• Ensure timely submission of activity reports on weekly, monthly and quarterly basis and ensure proper filing;

Human Resource Management & Capacity Building

• Assist in the recruitment and training of GBV staff and refugee volunteers;
•  With support from DRC HR, conduct staff performance evaluations for all GBV staff in Okugu in a timely manner;
• Work with HR to ensure accuracy of all GBV program job descriptions for staff and their responsibilities;
• In collaboration with protection manager, design and monitor capacity building strategies for all GBV staff in Okugu;
• Ensure staff support and debriefing processes are in place, and that staff safety planning is conducted and regularly updated;
• 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, other partners and community members Okugu camp,
• Mobilize stakeholders to participate in GBV coordination and risk mitigation meetings;
• Collaborate with other DRC sectors and operations personnel to ensure that the program is properly supported and that all project-related operational activities are conducted according to DRC HR, Logistics, Finance and other policies and procedures;
• In collaboration with the protection manager, promote and represent the interests of the GBV program with regards to all relevant stakeholders;

Job Requirements

Experience and Technical Competencies:

• Bachelor degree in social sciences, law, social work, international development, or other relevant field from a recognized institution
• Minimum 5 years of experience in an entry to mid-level position, preferably in the field of humanitarian response and refugee protection, working for an international NGO, UN agency or relevant ministry or local authority.
• Experience in refugee protection
• Experience in project management
• Strong inter-personal skills and Staff management skills
• Commitment to learning and implementing organizational policies and procedures
• Full proficiency in Microsoft Office package
• Strong planning, organization and problem-solving skills with ability to work both independently and within a team in a demanding work environment
• Integrity, strong work ethic, and ability to consistently meet deadlines under pressure
• Experience of working in emergency and refugee camp setting
• A sensitive approach to external representation

All DRC roles require the post-holder to master DRC’s core competencies:

• Striving for excellence: You focus on reaching results while ensuring an efficient process. 
• Collaborating: You involve relevant parties and encourage feedback. 
• Taking the lead: You take ownership and initiative while aiming for innovation. 
• Communicating: You listen and speak effectively and honestly.
• Demonstrating integrity: You act in line with our vision and values.  

How to Apply

Interested candidates who meet the required qualifications and experience are invited to submit updated CV and cover letter explaining their motivation and why they are suited for the post.

We only accept applications sent via our online-application form on www.drc.ngo under Vacancies.

Please note that we receive applications up to September 5, 2021.

For general information about the Danish Refugee Council, please consult www.drc.ngo.

Gender Equality: DRC is committed to achieving gender parity in staffing at all levels. In light of this, women candidates are particularly encouraged to apply to bridge the gender gap.

Equal Opportunities: DRC is an equal opportunity employer. We value diversity and we are committed to creating an inclusive environment based on mutual respect for all employees. We do not discriminate on the basis of age, sex, disability status, religion, ethnic origin, colour, race, marital status or other protected characteristics

We encourage only qualified Ethiopian Nationals to apply. DRC considers all applicants based on merit.