DEPARTMENT: Gender & GBV
SUPERVISOR: GBV Primary Prevention Specialist
START DATE: 1st March 2022
END DATE: 30th September 2022
POSITION SUMMARY:
HIAS Kenya seeks to recruit GBV facilitators who will support the project through activities aimed at preventing violence against women and girls within the urban refugee community.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
Mobilize men and women in the refugee communities to form groups in which they will learn and understand the root causes of VAWG (Violence Against Women and Girls), and reflect on their own attitudes and beliefs about gender, power and violence.
Ensure groups formed use participatory learning methodologies that are based on mutual respect and collective responsibilities between participants.
Facilitate a women’s group that will provide safe space for them while focusing on their attitudes and beliefs about VAWG and behavioral change.
Focus on building on existing women’s leadership and/or participation within the intended community.
Ensure the men’s group understand their roles in preventing VAWG through individual behavioral change.
Facilitate group discussions that focus on shifting participants’ attitude and behavior towards gender equity by increasing gender equitable behavior in their households and relationships.
Mobilizing men and women from the community for discussions for development of social media messages on Behavior Change and communication (BCC) in prevention of GBV/VAWG
Mobilize community to attend outreach sessions for social assessments.
Assess program feedback and data from male and female participants on their experiences and provide recommendations for ways to improve future implementation
Provide weekly and monthly reports and data highlighting individual performance, progress against targets and client needs
Support in Identification and referrals of survivors of violence for legal, medical, and psychosocial support.
Attend regular trainings and other meetings as required
QUALIFICATIONS & REQUIREMENTS:
Education
O – Level education certificate
Any other relevant training
Experience
No less than three months’ work experience, preferably with an NGO. Experience in the field of refugee protection and assistance a distinct advantage.
Skills
Basic understanding of the root causes of violence against women and girls
Good listening and communication skills, ability maintain confidentiality
Strong facilitation skills
Experience working in the community, preferably providing prevention and/or response services
Knowledge of referral networks within the intended community
Candidates must be 18 years and above
Computer literacy
Must have good reading and writing skills in English
Knowledge in Accountability to Affected Populations
Knowledge in PSEA
Nationality
Must be Somali or Ethiopian.
Language
Proficiency in English or Kiswahili; and Amharic, Oromo or Somali.
DISCLAIMER:
This job description is intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed. It is not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, skills required or permanent location. Location is subject to change based on programmatic needs. Flexibility is essential as we grow and develop. The successful candidate must be comfortable in a fast-paced, changing work environment with many crucial deadlines. All team members may be required to perform duties outside of their normal work hours of responsibilities as needed.
SAMPLE HIRING PROCESS:
We are committed to a fair and respectful hiring process, and we do our absolute best to respond to every applicant. We prioritize communication and transparency with all candidates, even those who are not moving forward. Here’s a snapshot of our hiring process:
Step 1: Submit your application!
Step 2: Phone screen with a Human Resources staff person.
Step 3: Interview with the hiring manager.
Step 4: Interview with a panel of HIAS employees.
Step 5: Reference check.
Step 6: Offer and background check.
Step 7: Start your professional journey with HIAS!
Note: Some of our hiring processes may vary, and not all candidates will advance to each step.
VALUES:
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We Welcome the Stranger
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We Pursue Justice
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We Approach our Clients with Empathy
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We Believe in Changing the World through Partnership
Courage • Coraje • Courage • אומץ (Ometz)
We Act with Courage to Build a Better World
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We Adapt and Thrive, Continuously Demonstrating our Resilience
DIVERSITY:
HIAS is committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace. All qualified applicants will be considered for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, ethnic background, ancestry, citizenship status, religious creed, age, sex, gender, sexual orientation, physical disability, mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, marital status, registered domestic partner or civil union status, familial status, pregnancy, childbirth, military status, protected veteran status, political orientation or other legally protected status.
Please send the above required documents to recruitment.kenya@hias.org indicating the Vacancy Number HRTK/GBVF/02/22 on the subject line.REQUIRED DOCUMENTSClosing Date:16th February 2022Applications not bearing this subject label will not be consideredNote: Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.HRTK is an equal opportunity employer, does not charge candidates for recruitment anddissociates itself from any entity defrauding candidates.
Apply via :
recruitment.kenya@hias.org
