Requisition ID: req49170Job Title: Women Protection OfficerSector: Women Protection & EmpowermentEmployment Category: Fixed TermEmployment Type: Full-TimeOpen to Expatriates: NoLocation: Kakuma, KenyaWork Arrangement: Job DescriptionTheWPE Officer will lead implementation of GBV prevention and responseinterventions including the provision of information on WPE and childprotection services, referral mechanisms and coordination. The Officer willsupport the GBV case worker and volunteers in providing comprehensive, timelyand quality case management to survivors of GBV and implementation of GBV community awarenessraising in the community. He /she will be the focal person for coordinatingactions with other stakeholders to prevent and respond to GBV while mentoringand building the capacity of the caseworkers and community volunteers toimplement WPE activities in Kakuma. This position reports to the WPE SeniorOfficer based in Kakuma.KEYRESPONSIBILITIES.PROGRAMDESIGN & IMPLEMENTATIONDesignand monitor GBV prevention & response activities, ensuring these activitiesare informed by target beneficiaries and correspond to their priorities andsafety.ImplementGBV prevention programs such as EMAP, SASA etc.Implementprevention and community-based advocacy initiatives based on identified needsand Safety Audit reports that reflect the voices of women and girls.Ensurethat engagement with women, girls and the wider community adheres tobest-practice principles when working with survivors of GBV.Incollaboration with the GBV caseworker, build the capacity of GBV communityvolunteers, women groups and other community structures on GBV Core Concepts,guiding principles, referral pathway, reporting, community mobilization etc.Prepareand maintain/update detailed work plan(s) with the structures that support andachieve activities.Holdregular debriefing feedback sessions with relevant community structures toidentify challenges early and find appropriate local solutions to the problemsand work to strengthen the working relation among the teams and with staff.Conductoutreaches to disseminate information of services available to women and girlsand raise awareness with the community volunteers and other relevantstructures.Provideongoing supervision, support, mentoring and guidance to Community Volunteers toensure outreach activities meet the highest quality standards and adheres toGBV best practice and guiding principles.Createand consolidate strong synergies with the local community stakeholders likeGBV/CP partners, women groups, the religious leaders and government counterparts the police and the health to support local activism at the county level.Planand mobilize communities to participate in community mass awareness events likeInternational Women's Day, Day of the Girl child, and 16 days of activism.Ensuretimely and accurate procurements and finances for activities by ensuring allPurchase Requests and payment requests are raised at least two weeks beforedelivery date in accordance with program budget provisions to avoid disruptionof activities.Developmentof referral networks between partners implementing GBV and implementation ofreferral pathways.Participatein the interpretation of the analyzed data on trends and work with GBVcaseworkers/Senior WPE officer to disseminate information to all relevantstakeholders.COORDINATIONAND NETWORKINGDevelopand maintain effective working relationships with all stakeholders includingcommunity leaders, NGOs, Community Based Organizations and other IRC sectors toenhance multi-agency and sectoral cooperation and coordination.Ensurethat the community of operation is consulted in the development of Women'sProtection and Empowerment programs and as much as possible are involved in theimplementation, monitoring and supervision of activities.Participateactively in all GBV/CP Coordination meetings when required while proactivelysharing updates.Participatein capacity building/trainings for the local partner's around GBV P&R.Strengthenand maintain networks with community leaders, women leaders, and serviceproviders to ensure that survivors receive compassionate support from thecommunity and to encourage greater communication, collaboration, andcoordination among partners (protection, health, legal, and psychosocialsectors)Workin collaboration with community volunteers to ensure ongoing needs of women andgirls are being met through prevention-related activities.Monitormonthly community outreach plan with community volunteers, based on case trendsand ongoing needs of women and girls.Identifynew community structures to work with to ensure wholesome support to theclients.Strengthenexisting referral systems and networks of GBV/CP service providers.Organizeand conduct trainings for partners on relevant organizational development areasand support peer learning between IRC and the local partner.EnsureGBV coordination partners and CVs understand and are able to utilize thereferral system effectively.COMMUNITYENGAGEMENT AND OUTREACHConductsensitization, dialogue and mediation sessions with the wider population aboutGBV related issues.Identifyand strengthen Community structures through engaging community leaders, countygovt and other stakeholders to ensure that the women & girls receiveadequate support at the community level.Supportin the dissemination of relevant information during Community SGBV preventionforums and meetings.MONITORING& DOCUMENTATIONDocumentall activities: Meetings, Trainings, and events using appropriate documentationand reporting tools in the sector as required and ensure that alldocuments/data collected is properly and safely filed and stored.Activelyplan and submit weekly and monthly work plans and progress reports against setwork plans using agreed reporting tools.Prepareand share weekly and monthly reports as required.OTHERS.Fulfilany other duties and responsibilities as assigned.Respectthe code of conduct and policies of the IRC and the standards of the GBV team.Adhereand uphold the IRC Way (integrity, Service and Accountability) at therespective areas of work.KEY RESULT AREASTheGBV/WPE Kenya Programs' goal is to enhance survivors' utilization of qualityservices responsive to their needs and strengthen community-based structuresand solutions to better protect women and girls, promote their empowerment toaccess opportunities, services, and support.QualificationsUniversitydegree in Social Sciences (, social work, counseling, sociology,psychology, gender studies, human rights, etc.).Atleast 2 years of experience in working in the social sector, particularly inGBV Prevention.Excellentcommunication, facilitation and analytical skills and ability to present ideaseffectively, in both oral and written form.Abilityto communicate sensitively and without judgment, good diplomatic and persuasionskills.Abilityto use good judgment when making decisions and to take accountability fordecisions made.Clearunderstanding of gender, abuse of power, and issues surrounding violenceagainst women.Highlymotivated, creative, and compassionate person who is dedicated to ensuring thatmodels of best practice are utilized. Ableto uphold high ethical and professional standards.Problemsolving and conflict resolution skills.Abilityto promote the values of equality, non-discrimination, and human rights forall.Experiencein participatory techniques and community mobilizationAbleto lead, train, supervise, facilitate, and motivate GBV Community volunteers intheir respective tasks in a professional, respectful, and supportive manner.Positive,highly motivated, innovative, with strong organizational and inter-personalskills.Ableto coordinate multiple tasks while maintaining attention to quality and detail.Ableto work as part of a team.Strongknowledge of computer applications, including MS Word and Excel.Willingnessto work in a hardship area.Fluencyin English, including writing clear and concise reports.Standardsof Professional Conduct: The IRC and IRC workers must adhere to the values andprinciples outlined in the IRC Way – Code of Conduct. These are Integrity, Service, Accountabilityand Equality. In accordance with thesevalues, the IRC operates and enforces policies on Beneficiary Protection fromExploitation and Abuse, Child Safeguarding, Harassment-Free Workplace, FiscalIntegrity, Anti-Retaliation, Combating Trafficking in Persons and severalothers.GenderEquality: IRC is committed to narrowing the gender gap in leadership positions.We offer benefits that provide an enabling environment for women to participatein our workforce including parental leave, gender-sensitive security protocolsand other supportive benefits and allowance.Kenyannationals are encouraged to apply. International allowances are not available for this position. Salary andemployee benefits are compliant to the Kenyan NGO Sector.IRCis an Equal Opportunity Employer and considers all applicants on the basis ofmerit without regard to race, sex, color, national origin, religion, sexualorientation, age, marital status, veteran status or disability.Disclaimer:Pleasetake note that the International Rescue Committee (IRC) does not ask for anyfees in connection with its recruitment processes.
