7 Nov 2024

Supervisor, WGSS at International Medical Corps (IMC)

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International Medical Corps is a global, humanitarian, nonprofit organization dedicated to saving lives and relieving suffering through health care training and relief and development programs. Established in 1984 by volunteer doctors and Nurses, International Medical Corps is a private, voluntary, nonpolitical, nonsectarian organization. Its mission is to improve the quality of life through health interventions and related activities that build local capacity in under-served communities worldwide.

We are recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Title: Supervisor, WGSS

Location: Borno
Employment Type: Full Time
Category: Gender Based Violence (GBV)

Job Summary

  • The WGSS Supervisor will oversee implementation of Women and Girls Safe Spaces (WGSS) in a representative, supervisory and coordinating role.
  • The WGSS Supervisor ensures that WGSS are accountable towards affected populations and operated in line with WGSS principles and objectives.
  • 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 Planning:

  • Work closely with GBV Coordinator/Program Manager/Deputy Manager, staff team, local partners, and community stakeholders, as relevant, to plan WGSS.
  • Lead assessments as required to identify appropriate locations, modalities, and approaches for WGSS implementation.
  • Develop program plans prioritizing inclusion of all women and girls.
  • Promote consensus decision making within WGSS when planning activities.
  • Support design of concept notes and proposals, as relevant

Capacity Building and Implementation :

  • Lead implementation of WGSS, in line with the Women and Girls Safe Spaces Toolkit
  • Establish measures to promote women and girls’ ownership of WGSS throughout implementation, in collaboration with staff and WGSS members.
  • Establish and oversee effective feedback and consultation mechanisms.
  • Oversee logistics and procurement for WGSS.
  • Train and support WGSS Facilitators to lead WGSS activities.
  • Build capacity for implementation of specific approaches, where relevant (e.g., Women Rise, Girl Shine)
  • Oversee distribution of dignity kits, where relevant
  • Support community volunteers engaged for GBV outreach, where relevant
  • Coordinate with GBV Casework Supervisors/GBV Caseworkers to ensure safe and effective integration of GBV case management services into WGSS, as relevant.

Human Resources Management:

  • Recruit and supervise WGSS Facilitators and other staff, as relevant.
  • Ensure, as possible, that staffing of WGSS represents diversity of women and girls in communities.
  • Train and coach staff
  • Develop support strategies for GBV staff, foster teambuilding, and support principles of self-care.

Monitoring and Reporting:

  • Seek and analyse WGSS member and community feedback and adapt activities accordingly.
  • Oversee data collection of WGSS participation and hosted activities, including appropriate security of any personally identifiable information.
  • Coordinate with GBV Casework Supervisors, where relevant, to ensure WGSS activities are responsive to analysis of GBV trends and feedback from survivors.
  • Monitor and document prevention and risk mitigation program activities.
  • Contribute to internal and external reports.

Coordination, Advocacy and Representation:

  • Coordinate regularly with the GBV Coordinator/Manager/Deputy GBV Manager and participate, as required, in broader team meetings.
  • Coordinate with government focal points, local partners, and women’s networks
  • Represent WGSS, and member feedback related to women’s and girls’ risks, rights, and needs, as relevant, in coordination meetings and bilaterally, with relevant partners.
  • Strengthen referrals between WGSS and other services.
  • Promote connection between WGSS and other women’s platforms and networks.
  • Promote a survivor-centred approach in all internal and external coordination meetings.
  • Represent program goals and GBV standards.

Security and Conduct:

  • Ensure compliance with security protocols and policies.
  • Foster a safe and supportive working environment for all GBV staff and 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:

  • GBV-related experience required; Relevant academic experience preferred.
  • Experience facilitating or managing WGSS.
  • Demonstrated commitment to core principles of GBV programming, including gender equality and survivor-centered support services.
  • Familiarity with interagency standards and tools related to WGSS programming.
  • Familiarity with GBV coordination mechanisms, government, and NGO service providers
  • Strong communication skills
  • Good interpersonal and advocacy skills
  • Ability to exercise sound judgment, remain flexible, and apply experience and guidance to evolving challenges.

Application Closing Date
11th November, 2024.




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