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We want kind and empathic people to work at Refuge, who believe in equality, diversity, and inclusion, are experts in their area of knowledge, want to make a positive difference and improve the lives of the women and children we support.

 Role Outline 

The independent gender violence advocate will work closely with victims of gender-based violence from the point of crisis, to provide high quality independent advocacy and support to survivors of gender-based violence at the highest risk and their children. The role will be part of increasing the ability of partner agencies to recognise, reject and respond appropriately and safely to all forms of gender-based violence (including domestic violence, sexual, financial and emotional abuse, female genital mutilation, forced marriage and honour-based violence). The job involves working within a multi-agency framework consisting of the MARAC and local partnership protocols and procedures that prioritise the safety of survivors. The post holder will empower survivors by providing them with emotional, practical and personal welfare support. The job involves ensuring that women are provided with a safe, supportive and welcoming environment, enabling them to access their rights, make decisions and increase their life options The job involves working within a multi-agency framework consisting of the MARAC and local partnership protocols and procedures that prioritise the safety of survivors. The job involves informing survivors of the full range of civil, criminal, and practical options that might increase their safety 

 Person Specification Experience, Knowledge & Qualifications 
• Good general standard of education 
• Knowledge of the dynamics and impact of domestic abuse and other forms of VAWG and how best to support survivors. 
• Working knowledge of the legal system as it relates to survivors of domestic abuse and other forms of VAWG. 
• Experience of identifying and responding to the risks to and needs of survivors of domestic abuse and other forms of violence against women and girls (VAWG) 
• Experience of providing emotional and practical support to survivors of domestic abuse and other forms of Violence Against Women and Girls (VAWG) including sexual violence, stalking, trafficking, modern slavery, harmful practices (So called ‘honour’ based violence) including forced marriage, female genital mutilation and sexual exploitation including involvement in prostitution and child sexual exploitation. 
• Experience of providing, non-judgmental, non-directive and confidential. support to individuals and of encouraging them to take control of their lives and set realistic objectives and goals. 
• Understanding of multi-agency partnership structures, including the MARAC, in responding to domestic violence and other forms of violence and abuse.