Senior Associate

Budget Range: PKR. 110,000 - 125,000 (Gross)

Overview:
The Senior Associate in Punjab will be responsible for the operationalization of model Anti-Rape Crisis Cell (ARCC) established at Bahawal Victoria Hospital under the Anti Rape Act 2021 in the province as well as the endorsement and launch of the Sexual Violence Response Framework for Punjab, and execution of multi-sectoral training sessions. This role will focus on multi-sectoral coordination, policy engagement, and survivor-centered response mechanisms in collaboration with the provincial government, law enforcement agencies, and civil society.

Key Responsibilities:

1. Project Implementation:

• Identify programmatic deliverables on a quarterly basis and assess resource requirements in collaboration with the Project Manager.
• Assist the Project Manager in identifying delivery inputs for project activities and coordinate with relevant departments (Admin/M&E/PDU etc.) for processing.
• Support the Project Manager in identifying red flags concerning the delivery of programmatic deliverables.
• Coordinate with the project team to provide additional support on project deliverables related to field engagements.
• Actively lead the coordination and execution of programmatic events, establishing communication channels with project stakeholders.

• Ensure project-specific monitoring tools are updated, stored, and utilized in line with M&E standards during project activities.
• Routinely update the monitoring and evaluation calendar for the respective project and keep M&E timely apprised of project activities.
• Ensure the accuracy of data collected throughout project activities and update the Project Manager on any inconsistencies.
• Regularly conduct field visits to monitor program activities, reporting back to the Project Manager on lessons learned and delivery red flags.
• Lead the development and execution of the project-specific communications strategy in collaboration with the Communications Department.
• Develop the project's dissemination strategy while maintaining a stakeholder list for the same.
• Ensure effective coverage of project activities and events, leading the dissemination on social media.

• Support the Project Manager in liaising with project stakeholders and establishing relationships with relevant focal persons, including supporting advocacy campaigns.
• Maintain regular contact and coordination with project stakeholders alongside the Project Manager.
• Assist the Project Manager in maintaining the project's stakeholder analysis document.
• Support the Project Manager in designing donor reports and relevant documents for stakeholders.
• Lead the launch and operationalization of the Pilot Anti-Rape Crisis Cell in Punjab and launch of the Punjab Sexual Violence Response Framework.
• Engage with the Punjab Commission on the Status of Women, judiciary, police, healthcare institutions, among other Criminal Justice System stakeholders to develop a coordinated response to GBV cases.
• Advocate for survivor-centric services and legal protection mechanisms under the Anti-Rape Act 2021.
• Conduct legal and policy analysis to address gaps in the implementation of sexual violence laws.

Qualifications & Experience:

• Bachelor's degree in Law, Public Policy, Gender Studies, Human Rights, or a relevant field.
• At least 3 years of experience in advocacy, policy development, or GBV response mechanisms.
• Strong understanding of sexual violence legislation and justice sector processes in Balochistan.
• Demonstrated experience in establishing and managing multi-stakeholder initiatives.
• Excellent coordination, policy engagement, and program management skills.

EEO Statement

Integrated into our shared values is LAS's commitment to diversity and equal employment opportunity. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment regardless of sex, age, race, colour, creed, religion, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other characteristics or conduct protected by law. LAS is committed to being an inclusive organization where all people are treated fairly, recognized for their individuality, promoted based on performance and encouraged to strive to reach their full potential. We believe in understanding and respecting differences among all people. Every individual at LAS has an ongoing responsibility to respect and support a diverse environment.

Protection Against Sexual Exploitation and Abuse:

Legal Aid Society (LAS) is committed to the prevention and protection from all forms of sexual exploitation and abuse (SEA). LAS explicitly prohibits its staff, associates, partners, consultants, or any other representatives associated with the delivery of its work from:

• Engaging in any form of sexual exploitation or abuse;
• Sexual activity with children (persons below the age of 18) irrespective of a mistaken belief of the age of the child which shall not amount to a defense;
• Exchange of money, employment, goods or services for sex, including sexual favors or other forms of humiliating, degrading or exploitative behavior, is prohibited. This includes any exchange of assistance that is due to beneficiaries of assistance;
• Sexual relationships between LAS staff and beneficiaries of assistance, since they are based on inherently unequal power dynamics, undermine the credibility and integrity of the work of LAS and are strongly discouraged.

Application Process

Interested candidates may apply online latest by 21st April 2025.

Only shortlisted candidates will be called for tests & interviews.

The organization reserves the right to reject any or all applications.

For further information please visit: www.las.org.pk or email us at hr@las.org.pk