Overall purpose of the role:

The purpose of this post is to provide day to day management of SGBV prevention and response activities and other related protection activities in Rhino camp refugee settlement under the supervision of the Protection Officer - SGBV.

You will undertake all SGBV prevention and response related activities that may include among others; the entire SGBV individual case management processes, training of SGBV prevention and response structures, awareness raising activities, fora with opinion leaders and Focus group discussions etc. You will work and liaise closely with Protection Officer - SGBV, and other protection team members on implementation and documentation of program activities as per the donor requirements.

KEY DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Ensure 100% of SGBV cases reported access Safety and security on case by case basis during the project period.

• Throughout the project period ensure that SGBV survivors are provided temporary shelter when further threats and risks are eminent
• Provide basic psycho social counselling to survivors on a case by case basis throughout the project period
• Deliver food and material assistance to SGBV survivors on a case by case basis throughout the project period
• Facilitate and document medical referrals and follow up, including provision of transport and accommodation where necessary during the project period
• Ensure linking of survivors for IGAs and other livelihoods opportunities to reduce their vulnerability.

Ensure 100% full Participation of community in SGBV prevention and response is enabled and sustained through the project period.

• Conduct SGBV awareness raising sessions and meetings on monthly basis in the area of jurisdiction.
• Hold monthly meetings with SGBV Taskforce, Male Action Groups and SASA Community Activists to assess progress and feedback on SGBV prevention and response.
• Establish, train and support Male Action Groups (MAGs)
• Establish and support safe spaces for women and adolescent girls and boys within the settlements where they can share experiences, build support networks and relationships, strengthen their confidence and build their skills in income generating activities to empower them to have access and control of resources and reduce their vulnerability to GBV.
• Train SASA! Community Activists (CAs) in Rhino camp refugee settlement in the course of the project span.

Ensure that advocacy is conducted for full participation of community in SGBV prevention and response during the project period.

• Facilitate community structures to participate in SGBV advocacy activities both locally and at district level.
• Actively engage in the commemoration of international days and campaign events like the 16 days of activism against SGBV and the International Women’s other international days on GBV as stipulated.

Finance

• Ensure that funds allocated to activities are used adequately
• Ensure that funds are used in accordance with all DRC / DDG finance procedures.

Additional tasks

• On request perform any other additional duties assigned by the supervisors in order to allow the organization to function optimally.
• Adhere to DRC’s code of conduct

Experience and technical competencies: 

• Minimum of two (2) years’ experience working with vulnerable communities, basic needs and protection programming experience, and/or advocacy programs.
• Professional training in Gender based violence is advantageous.
• Experience in protection interventions in line with Refugees operation with wide Knowledge in SASA methodology and other community-based protection.
• Proficiency in English (written and spoken) is essential.
• Good communication skills and ability to conduct trainings and awareness sessions
• Good computer skills.
• Good self-organization and basic management skills.
• Familiarity with Monitoring Evaluation Learning and Accountability for donor funded refugee response projects desired.

Education:

• A University degree in social sciences, guidance and counselling or relevant fields.

Languages

• Proficiency in English (written and spoken) is essential.
• Fluency in any of the local languages spoken in the operation area is an asset.

Interested candidates who meet the required qualifications and experience are invited to submit updated CV and cover letter explaining their motivation and why they are suited for the post.

We only accept applications sent via our online-application form on www.drc.dk under Vacancies. Applications close on 16th July 2020.

Equal Opportunity

Gender Equality: DRC is committed to achieving gender parity in staffing at all levels in light of this, women candidates are particularly encouraged to apply to bridge the gender gap.

Equal Opportunity: DRC is an equal opportunity employer, we value diversity and we are committed to creating an inclusive environment based on mutual respect for all employees. We do not discriminate on the basis of age, sex, disability status, religion, ethinic origin, colour, race, marital status or other protected characteristics.