Manager, GBV LN

JOB SUMMARY: The GBV Manager is responsible for implementation of a GBV program, including technical oversight of services and activities, capacity building, support and supervision of staff, internal and external coordination, and reporting.

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

• Lead GBV assessments as required, maximizing available sources of information and opportunities for coordination, and ensuring compliance with safety and ethical standards.
• Identify local partners and women's networks to reinforce local efforts to promote women's and girls' rights and address GBV.
• Ensure that programs are driven by women and girls and planned with community stakeholders.
• Identify appropriate locations and orientation for services, including women and girls safe spaces.
• Contribute to concept notes/proposals/appeals as needed.

Implementation and Capacity Building

• Work closely with GBV Technical Advisor, GBV Coordinator (where relevant), country level senior management, and program team to achieve program goals and ensure quality of GBV prevention and response initiatives.
• Ensure adherence to IMC's GBV Minimum Standards, as well as relevant inter-agency guidelines and standards.
• Lead the delivery of program interventions, including the establishment and delivery of focused GBV response services.
• Build capacity of program staff/volunteers/partners in relevant technical areas to deliver services and lead interventions.
• Organize/support/facilitate technical trainings as needed, including GBV case management and clinical response to rape and intimate partner violence.
• Establish and monitor supervision and support systems for GBV case management services.
• Establish appropriate systems for information management.
• Ensure effective community participation throughout implementation, including leadership of women and girls.
• Work with teams and communities to develop appropriate prevention and awareness-raising/behavior change strategies.
• Lead regular program monitoring and apply learning for continuous improvement of interventions.
• Contribute to regular program reports, on time and with accurate data.

Coordination, Representation and Advocacy

• Coordinate with other service providers, and collect community input, to establish and strengthen referral pathways.
• Actively participate in relevant coordination meetings ensuring IMC GBV program visibility within the relevant coordination forums.
• Coordinate with, and build capacity of, other sectors as possible to ensure integration of GBV concerns into various services and broader humanitarian response.
• Represent program goals and GBV standards, advocating as necessary with relevant leaders, authorities, and humanitarian actors.

Human Resources Management

• Select and orient program staff/volunteers/partners for effective implementation.
• Support, coach and supervise staff to build capacity and strengthen quality of interventions.
• Develop support strategies for staff, foster teambuilding, and introduce principles of self-care.
• Provide supportive and constructive feedback, and conduct regular performance appraisals.

Financial Management

• Develop work plans in line with financial pipelines.
• Plan and procure supplies required for program activities, in line with budget and project timelines.
• Ensure compliance with donor regulations.

Security and Conduct

• Ensure compliance with security protocols and policies.
• Consider security implications of all program activities, reviewing initiatives with appropriate stakeholders.
• Foster a safe and supportive working environment for all GBV staff/volunteers/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.

Minimum Qualifications

• Typically a Bachelor's Degree in social work, public health, international development, gender studies, or related field. Equivalent combination of relevant education and experience may be substituted as appropriate.
• Typically, 7+ years' relevant and progressive experience with GBV programming.
• Demonstrated application of GBV core competencies and commitment to core principles of GBV programming.
• Experience working in humanitarian contexts preferred.
• Relevant regional experience preferred.
• Familiarity with humanitarian architecture and the mandates/roles of donors, UN agencies, and other NGOs.
• Strong knowledge of standards and guidelines for GBV programming, coordination, and data management.
• Knowledge of standards and guidance related to protection from SEA.
• Experience with, or strong knowledge of, GBV case management services.
• Knowledge of, and/or experience with, relevant program approaches, eg. WGSS, Life Skills, EA$E, EMAP, SASA, etc.
• Facilitation experience.
• Commitment to supportive supervision.
• Experience working with local partners and community mobilization preferred.
• Profound cross-cultural awareness.
• Ability to exercise sound judgment, remain flexible, and apply experience and guidance to evolving challenges.
• Strong communication skills, both oral and written.

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