The primary function of the GBV Program Manager is to ensure integration of protection principles and GBV risk mitigation into IMC’s ongoing humanitarian operations serving displaced Syrians, vulnerable host communities and other vulnerable groups and to develop appropriate, focused GBV prevention and response programming.
Essential Job duties:
Program Planning
Work closely with the Health and Mental Health Teams to understand GBV program goals and expectations and ensure linkages across IMC programming.
Lead assessments to identify protection risks, to map points of service for survivors of GBV and vulnerable individuals, and to identify points of entry and support structures for reinforcement.
Analyze trends of GBV and develop/adjust program strategies to meet needs.
Contribute to program design and the preparation of concept notes and proposals.
Regular contribution and adaptation of GBV Program strategy documents, and ensure programming design and development is in line with national, regional and global IMC GBV strategy.
Program Implementation and Capacity Development
Identify and reinforce existing support mechanisms and work closely with local counterparts governmental and non-governmental entities to ensure community buy-in and cultural appropriateness of activities.
Support the National Technical Task Force (NTTF) on GBV by developing clear work plans, document the meetings and progress of its work.
Strengthen GBV case management and serve as technical resources for staff in the field.
Develop and strengthen referral systems both within IMC’s programming as well as between external actors.
Develop and strengthen protocols for GBV case management, GBVIMS information collection and sharing.
Work on the capacity building of all IMC staff on GBV issues, including using the material that was developed by IMC and Abaad on GBV case management endorsed by the NTTF.
Enhance the GBV prevention and response of IMC staff, including health and mental health teams
Monitor the quality of the GBV services provided, identify gaps and implement the necessary adjustments, in collaboration with the other relevant IMC sectors.
Train other program staff GBV guiding principles.
Advocate and mainstream GBV risk mitigation into various sector interventions.
Support trainings for healthcare providers, including Basics to GBV, safe and ethical referrals and clinical management of rape.
Coordinate with religious leaders and women’s associations to strengthen support and information networks as needed
Compile regular program reports, on time and with accurate data.
Other duties assigned by the ProgramCoordinator.
Coordination
Coordinate with local and international organizations, UN agencies and other stakeholders to ensure holistic support for survivors, including development of GBV SOPs and referral pathways.
Represent International Medical Corps at national and field coordination meetings, task forces and working groups related to protection and GBV.
Regular communication and coordination with Regional GBV Advisor on Lebanon’s GBV Program.
4. Human Resources, Administrative and Financial Management
Assist in the selection, training and support of qualified program staff.
Develop support strategies for staff and introduce principles of self care.
Develop work plans in line with MH department guidelines, timeline, spending and budget.
Work with Finance and Logistics to plan and procure supplies within program budgets.
5. Security
Ensure compliance with security protocols and policies.
Consider security implications of all program activities, reviewing all new initiatives with national staff and community leaders.
6. PSEA Focal Point
Conduct regular trainings on the prevention of sexual exploitation and abuse, as per IMC policy and in coordination with Human Resources.
Work as the focal point for PSEA complaints, according to IMC policy, and in coordination with the Country Director when required.
Report:
Report directly on all tasks and responsibilities to the Program Coordinator providing timely updates as required.
Application Deadline
Organisation
Salary Range
Unpaid Position
Contract Type
Full Time
Application Submission Guidelines
Upon Submission, kindly mention the title "GBV-Program Manager" in the subject of the email. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
Requires a Cover Letter?
Yes
Education Degree
Masters Degree
Education Degree Details
Master’s degree in Social Work, Public Health, International Development or other relevant field of study.
Arabic
Fluent
English
Very Good
Hide guidelines for wrong answers
No