Wpe Response Officer

SCOPE OF WORK: The WPE Response Officer will oversee the case management and support services provided to GBV survivors. If relevant, the WPE Response Officer with train and supervise Case Workers to respond to cases of GBV and ensure effective case management   Position objectives:   Improved psychosocial service provision for survivors of gender-based violence   Who this position reports to: WPE Program Manager   RESPONSIBILITIES:   Grant Implementation Develop and implement a series of age-appropriate and specialized group emotional services to be provided to vulnerable women and girls, with an emphasis on meeting the needs of survivors of GBV Oversee provision of direct support and care for adult vulnerable women and girls (including survivors of gender-based violence), including counseling and basic case management.  Case management services will include: Assessment of needs Developing an action plan Implementing the plan Appropriate following Case closure (if and when appropriate) Provide direct age-appropriate and specialized support and care for  vulnerable adolescent and girl children (including survivors of GBV), including counseling and case management.  Case manage services for survivors under the age of 18 will include the above steps of case management along with: Best Interest Determination (BID) Age appropriate engagement and decision-making by survivors Do No Harm analysis   Grant Monitoring & Reporting Prepare and submit weekly, monthly and 3-month work plans in a timely manner and incorporate manager feedback. Compile monthly report and submit to WPE Program Manager every month. Ensure that all relevant financial documentation is completed accurately as required by IRC finance policy.   Coordination & Representation Support adherence to gender-based violence referral protocols Assess gaps in GBV prevention and response services Represent the IRC at GBV-related meetings as relevant Maintain positive coordination and relationships with partner and other IRC sector staff. Develop monthly outreach plan based on case trends and needs of women and girls.   Training Facilitate trainings and workshops for implementing partners, WPE and other IRC staff, informal and formal community structures, and any other identified groups. Provide response-related trainings for all relevant sectors and community members. Lead other GBV response capacity building trainings   Mentorship/Supervision Work with stakeholders to implement standard operating procedures and monitor referral pathway to ensure safe and confidential access to all WPE services. Contribute to a positive team work among IRC Provide mentoring and supervision to Case workers and WPE outreach team.     Other Ensure activities are done in accordance with IRC logistics policy and in a timely manner to ensure the successful implementation of programs  Other duties as assigned by the supervisor to enable and develop IRC programs   Professional Standards All IRC staff are required to adhere to THE IRC Way Standards for Professional Conduct and the IRC country employment policies.