Roles and Responsibilities
Lead and working closely with the sector heads for development/establishment of WASH/shelter gender/protection mainstreaming approaches, strategies and activities which fit in the context of the project site and in line with the directions of humanitarian assistance and guided by analysis of WASH/shelter sector needs and priorities.
Together with program coordinator and sector heads, develop and implement strategies to ensure better representations and participation of women, people with disabilities, youths and elderly members of the communities in PWJ’s operation
For the activities which target vulnerable populations and groups, lead the team in development of selection criteria in consultation and coordination with community leaders and relevant partners, community engagement for beneficiary selection, implementation and post activity monitoring
Conduct activities to increase awareness of a community as a whole and improve capacities of women and girls on menstrual hygiene management. This includes assessment of MHM practices, access and needs for services and items, dialogues with leaders including religious leaders and any other trusted persons in the community, action planning, trainings, follow ups and monitoring.
Coordinate with education partners and schools to implement menstrual hygiene management in addition to School Led Total Sanitation(SLTS), star school awarding program
Work closely with the shelter team to reflect the needs of girls and women in designs of WASH facilities and shelters to ensure conducive environment for practicing MHM and mitigate risks of GVB
Plan, coordinate, facilitate and create reports of PSEA/GBV,MHM training and workshops for community-based WASH/shelter staff e.g. hygiene promoters, water supply incentives, shelter monitors, teachers, WASH committee members among others.
Provide technical support and supervision to community-based staff to empower them to fulfil their tasks and improve their performance
Take lead in stakeholder engagements in MHM and gender/protection mainstreaming in within the sub-county
Provide day-to-day management of specific MHM and SRHR project activities, ensuring work is completed against the scope, timelines, and budget.
Develop effective community engagement strategies and implement them with community-based staff to promote community ownership
Identify further needs in the areas of MHM and gender/protection mainstreaming in WASH and shelter programmes and contribute in development of concept notes, proposals for fund raising.
Contribute in development of terms of references, presentations and other relevant documents as required
Supervise tailors to produce re-usable pads according to the approved standards.
Co-ordinate and actively participate in the development and Strengthening of the market for Menstrual Hygiene Management products produced by tailors.
Monitor and report on the use of sectoral programme resources (financial, administrative and other) ,verify compliance with approved allocation/organization rules, regulations and donor commitments, standards of accountability and integrity.
Work with the health partners on how to interpret and use data/findings to guide targeted interventions and decision making
Work closely with the MEAL officer to ensure necessary data on MHM and gender/protection are collected and analyzed in routine surveys such as KAP surveys and latrine census and any other surveys
Timely development of monthly, quarterly ,semi-annual and annual performance reports and highlighting success stories arising from the field
Represent the organization as required in inter-agency and government coordination meetings and liaise with other organizations working in the operational area where appropriate.
Carry out any other task as requested by the supervisor
Required Qualifications
Education and qualification
Bachelor’s degree in gender, development studies, social science or public health from a recognized university.
Additional course or personal learning on community development, livelihood, project and business management is an asset
Relevant Experience
Minimum 2 years relevant work experience in the area of MHM, gender and protection at least 1 year in humanitarian setting.
Experience in capacity building for community own resource persons or community based staff
Experience in intervention projects with strong community involvement
Experience in partner and stakeholder coordination
Experience in designing and implementing social and behavior change communication
Skills and competencies
Ability to observe and understand cultural and social contexts and reflect the understandings in programming
Excellent analytical and report writing skills
Strong community engagement and facilitation skill
Ability to infuse positive energy to the team
Attention to detail, keen at following procedures and meeting deadlines
Ability to organize tasks simultaneously and prioritize work
Strong verbal and written communication skills
Strong interpersonal skills working with cross cultural and multi diverse teams
Ability to build strong working relationships for partnerships
Standards of Professional Conduct especially on integrity, service, and accountability
This position is based in Turkana West sub-County,Turkana County, Kenya.We are looking to recruit national candidates only. Interested and qualified candidates are invited to send a cover letter (1 page) and resume (2 pages) as one PDF document no later than 25th January, 2023, to: recruit@peace-winds.or.ke with the subject ‘GENDER,PROTECTION AND MHM OFFICER- Kakuma’.In your cover letter please reflect on your motivation for taking this post.N/B Shortlisting will be done on a rolling basis.Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
Apply via :
recruit@peace-winds.or.ke
