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Program Description (Background)

International Medical Corps is currently supporting a multi-sectoral program in Sudan. The program is implemented in 6 out of the 18 states, namely Blue Nile, Central Darfur, Sennar, South Darfur, South Kordofan and West Darfur. Supported interventions include services for health, nutrition, WASH and protection. Under protection, the mission is anticipating to expand services for women and girls by engaging and working through local partners. 

MAIN TASKS AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Strategic Planning
•    Provide strategic direction and undertake analysis of GBV trends, gaps in services, and IMC’s capacities to guide IMC’s programming in country
•    Contribute to national and inter-agency strategies

Implementation and Capacity Building
•    Work closely with GBV Technical Advisor, country level senior management, and program team to achieve program goals
•    Ensure adherence to IMC’s GBV Minimum Standards, as well as relevant inter-agency guidelines and standards

Senior Coordination, Representation and Advocacy
•    Coordinate with other service providers to ensure holistic support for survivors, including participation in strengthening GBV SOPs and referral pathways
•    Represent IMC’s GBV programming in relevant coordination meetings and with a range of stakeholders

Human Resources Management
•    Select and orient program staff/volunteers/partners for effective implementation
•    Support, coach and supervise staff to build capacity and strengthen quality of interventions
•    Develop support strategies for staff, foster teambuilding, and introduce principles of self-care

Financial Management
•    Develop work plans in line with financial pipelines
•    Plan and procure supplies required for program activities, in line with budget and project timelines
•    Ensure compliance with donor regulations

Security and Conduct
•    Ensure compliance with security protocols and policies
•    Consider security implications of programs, reviewing plans with teams and appropriate stakeholders
•    Foster a safe and supportive working environment for all GBV staff/volunteers/partners

 

Job Requirements

• Typically a Bachelor’s Degree in social work, public health, international development, gender studies, or related field. Equivalent combination of relevant education and experience may be substituted as appropriate.
• Typically, 8+ years’ and progressive experience in GBV related projects, including minimum 5 years of GBV program design and management, and 1 year of international humanitarian experience
• Demonstrated application of GBV core competencies and commitment to core principles of GBV programming 
• Relevant regional experience preferred
• Experience with humanitarian architecture and knowledge of mandates/roles of donors, UN agencies, and other NGOs
• Strong knowledge of standards and guidelines for GBV programming, coordination, and data management
• Knowledge of standards and guidance related to protection from SEA
• Experience with GBV case management services
• Facilitation experience required
• Supervisory experience required
• Experience working with local partners and community mobilization preferred
• Profound cross-cultural awareness 
• Ability to exercise sound judgment, remain flexible, and apply experience and guidance to evolving challenges
• Strong communication skills, both oral and written