Women Protection and Empowerment Officer Full Time

Job Description

The IRC has a focus on narrowing the gender gap in humanitarian aid and ensuring that we contribute to gender equality, diversity, and inclusion in both our programs and operations by working to establish a context where our clients (including those from minority groups) enjoy the same rights and opportunities as well as an equal access to services. The IRC also has a strong commitment to creating an equitable and inclusive culture, where safeguarding is upheld in our workplace and programs. We are determined to protect our clients and staff from safeguarding violations through prevention and, where misconduct is alleged, to address it without fear or favor.

Job Overview: 

The IRC will implement an emergency program which encompasses protection through immediate assistance in Oromia region. Under the direct supervision of Field Coordinator and WPE Manager, the WPE Officer will ensure the emergency protection project’s implementation in the Fedise  woredas IDP sites, ensure coordination with governmental actors and communication with the Addis WPE team, and support project documentation and report writing. 

Main Responsibilities

• Conduct trainings on Gender Based Violence (GBV) response and prevention to government and non-government service providers based on field sites needs’, requests and scheduling.
• Provide psychological first aid to GBV survivors and mentor and train social works.
• Be seconded at government institution and provide technical support on GBV case management and counseling support.
• Support the implementation and monitoring and evaluation of project activities.
• In collaboration with the CP service providers, hold community awareness raising activities/ keep fit on GBV concerns
• Work on monthly and progress reports.
• Develop WPE communication materials (brochures, leaflets) as needed.
• Establish community groups and build their capacity on GBV response and prevention.
• Establish good partnership with different actors including schools and provide technical support.
• Conduct monthly BVA reviews and make appropriate recommendations to WPE manager and WPE Addis team as needed.
• Support in prevention program activity design of effective community outreach and engagement strategies to strengthen the protective environment for women and girls and maximize the community impact including engaging men and boys.
• Participate in monitoring and evaluation activities including in assessments and surveys.
• Assist with all aspects of project implementation in region and provide operational support (i.e., HR & Admin., Finance, Logistics) including facilitating procurement requests, following up on PR tracking, etc.
• Coordinate and organize WPE workshops and trainings including prepare TOR, facilitate procurement requests, and follow up on the timely implementation.
• Any other duties and responsibilities including field visits to other field offices that can be given by immediate and technical supervisors.

 Safeguarding Responsibilities:

• Promote and actively participate in initiatives and efforts to build team engagement, inclusion and cohesion in IRC [team/office]
•  Foster ongoing learning, honest dialogue and reflection to strengthen safeguarding and to promote IRC values and adherence to IRC policies

Job Requirements:

Educational Requirements:

• Diploma and BA degree in Social Work, Sociology, Public Health, Women’s Studies, or any other social science-related field

 Preferred experience & skills: 

• A minimum of 2 years of working experience (2 years for first degree or 1 year for postgraduate degree) and 5 years for diploma holders.
• Demonstrated confidence in discussing intimate gender and sexuality issues.
• Able to always maintain GBV and protection principles – including knowledge and practical application of the GBV Guiding Principles and PSEA.
• Strong organizational, interpersonal, coordination, and diplomatic skills required.
• Able to organize, maintain composure, and prioritize work under pressure, able to coordinate multiple tasks and maintain attention to details.
• Willing to travel to potentially insecure sites with an IRC vehicle or rental vehicle, with security assessment and travel approval by the field coordinator.
• Familiarity working in the Somali region.
• Ability to use MS Office, word, excel, and Outlook email applications very well.

Language Skills:  Fluency in English (written and speaking) is mandatory. The ability to speak the local language is advantageous.

How To Apply

 IRC is an equal employment opportunity employer.  IRC considers all applicants on the basis of merit without regard to race, sex, color, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, age, marital status or disability.

Apply Link: IRC Career Site: – https://careers.rescue.org/us/en/job/req52481/Women-Protection-and-Empowerment-Officer

 IRC strives to build a diverse and inclusive team at all levels who as individuals, and as a group, embody our culture statement creating a working environment characterized by critical reflection, power sharing, debate, and objectivity for us to achieve our aspirations as a team and deliver the best possible services to our clients.