Officer, GBV Program Support

JOB SUMMARY   

The GBV Officer, Program Support will provide administrative, financial, and logistical support for a specific GBV project, initiative, or site of implementation. 

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 Operations Planning 
• Work closely with GBV team, staff team, partners, as relevant, for operational planning.  
• Contribute to cost analysis and budget planning.  
• Prepare and update procurement plans.  
• Contribute to financial projections/ pipelines. 
• Support identification of service spaces/centers and oversight construction, as needed. 
• Administrative, Financial, Logistical Support and Capacity Building. 
• Work closely with relevant GBV and Programs team for regular operational support to programming.  
• Coordinate with the Finance department; Track GBV program spending and update budget projections. 
• Ensure that program activities are implemented in line with program budgets, donor regulations, and visibility guidelines. 
• Coordinate with Logistics/Procurement staff; Prepare, submit, and follow-up of purchase requests. 
• Liaise between program teams and Logistics/Procurement staff to support procurement, distribution, and storage of program supplies. 
• Liaise between program teams and Logistics/Warehouse staff, as relevant. 
• Liaise with Finance/Payroll staff to support payments of partners, vendors, volunteers, contractors, etc., as needed. 
• Coordinate with the relevant GBV and M/E team to track operations and spending in line with program targets and implementation plans.  
• Build capacity of program staff/volunteers/partners, as needed, in relevant operational areas.  
• Organize/support/facilitate operational training as needed. 
• Contribute to regular program reports, on time and with accurate data. 

Human Resources   

• Support the recruitment and orientation of program support assistance, as needed, for effective implementation. 
• Support Staff coaching and supervision as required to build capacity and strengthen quality of operational support to the GBV program. 
• Implement support strategies for staff, foster teambuilding, and introduce principles of self-care. 
• Provide supportive and constructive feedback, and conduct regular performance appraisals. 

Security and Conduct 

• Ensure compliance with security protocols and policies. 
• Consider security implications of operations, reviewing plans with GBV Manager/ Coordinator and 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. 

Job Requirements

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS 

• Typically, a bachelor's degree in a related field. An equivalent combination of relevant education and experience may be substituted as appropriate. 
• Typically, 3+ experience of experience in relevant GBV related experience. 
• Demonstrated commitment to core principles of GBV programming, including gender equality and survivor-centered support services.  
• Experience with program cycle management 
• Budget management experience 
• Computer literacy with demonstrated experience in utilization of Microsoft Office, particularly Excel.  
• Good teamwork and problem-solving skills 
• Effective communication skills 

Please note, for Lebanon-based roles, we are only able to accept applications from candidates who are eligible to work in Lebanon. Since the position is a national role, we are unable to progress applications that would require sponsorship.

Code of Conduct

As applicable to this position, an individual must promote and encourage a culture of compliance and ethics throughout the organization and maintain a clear understanding of International Medical Corps’ and donor compliance and ethics standards and adheres to those standards. Staff are also responsible for preventing violations to our Code of Conduct and Ethics, which may involve Conflicts of Interest, Fraud, Corruption or Harassment. If you see, hear or are made aware of any violations to the Code of Conduct and Ethics or Safeguarding Policy, you have an obligation to report. If this is a supervisory position, one must set an example of ethical behavior through one’s own conduct and oversight of the work of others; ensure that those who report to you have sufficient knowledge and resources to follow the standards outlined in the Code of Conduct & Ethics; monitor compliance of the people you supervise; enforce the Code of Conduct & Ethics and International Medical Corps’ policies, including the Safeguarding Policy and the Protection from Harassment, Bullying and Sexual Misconduct in the Workplace Policy, consistently and fairly; support employees who in good faith raise questions or concerns.

Safeguarding

It is all staff shared responsibility and obligation to safeguard and protect populations with whom we work, including adults who may be particularly vulnerable and children. This includes safeguarding from the following conduct by our staff or partners: sexual exploitation and abuse; exploitation, neglect, or abuse of children, adults at risk, or LGBTI individuals; and any form of trafficking in persons.

Equal Opportunities

International Medical Corps is proud to provide equal employment opportunities to all employees and qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national or ethnic origin, age, disability or status as a veteran.

Misconduct Disclosure Scheme

All offers of employment at International Medical Corps are subject to satisfactory references and background checks. International Medical Corps participates in the Inter-Agency Misconduct Disclosure Scheme from the Steering Committee for Humanitarian Response (SCHR). In accordance with this, we will request information from an applicant’s previous employers about any findings of sexual exploitation, sexual abuse and/or sexual harassment during employment, or incidents under investigation when the applicant left employment. By submitting an application, the job applicant confirms his/her understanding of these recruitment procedures.