Vacancy Notice No.: IICA/KEN/KAK/18/003
Category /Grade
IICA2
Duration
Initially up to 31 December 2018
Reporting Date
01 July 2018
Type of Contract
International ICA
Date of Issue
31 May 2018
Organizational Context (role of the position within the team, describing its leadership role, it’s external/internal work relationships or contacts, the contextual environment in which it operates and the scope of supervision received, and where applicable, exercise by the incumbent)
Sexual and Genderbased violence (SGBV) is a pervasive and lifethreatening health, human rights and protection issue that affects women, men, boys and girls and their communities. The risks are exacerbated in conflict and displacement but stem from preexisting gender inequalities. Addressing SGBV is therefore a global organizational priority for UNHCR. Establishing risk mitigation, prevention and response to SGBV in UNHCR’s programmes must not be dependent on incident reports or data alone because of low reporting. It is essential that these programmes are initiated at the onset as core lifesaving interventions, are strong through all phrases of displacement and cut across all sectors of programming. UNHCR’s SGBV prevention and response work should be guided by the rightsbased approach, the survivorcentred approach, communitybased protection, and the Age, Gender and Diversity (AGD) approach. These four approaches are founded on common principles of empowerment, participation, ownership and accountability. UNHCR aims to institutionalize and integrate initiatives that have shown to be most impactful in mitigating the risks and addressing SGBV.
Dedicated positions for Protection Officers addressing SGBV are needed to provide technical support to improve UNHCR’s operational capacity to deliver effective prevention and response programs.
The Protection Officer (SGBV) is a member of the protection team in a SubOffice. He/she may report to the Senior Protection Coordinator, He/she provides functional SGBV guidance to other protection, information management and programme staff. The incumbent works directly with communities and persons of concern to identify the risks and ensure the implementation of a community and rights based approach. The incumbent also acts as an advisor to senior management in designing an SGBV strategy that fits within the broader Protection and Solutions Strategy by ensuring that it is based on consultation with persons of concern, partners and authorities. The incumbent plans and undertakes quality, timely and effective SGBV prevention and response in line with UNHCR’s policy and guidance on SGBV, in an age, gender and diversity inclusive manner.
Accountability (key results that will be achieved)
SGBV strategy developed as part of a comprehensive protection strategy of the office.
Multisectoral SGBV risk mitigation, prevention and response programs based on needs and capacity assessment results are established and programmed at onset of emergency through all phases of displacement;
SGBV coordination mechanisms functioning with all relevant stakeholders and partners.
Multisectoral UNHCR staff and key partners are trained on SGBV prevention and response.
SGBV referral mechanism is in place for essential response services including clinical management of rape and that there is access to equitable services for all survivors.
SGBV data collection and reporting is functioning and regular reporting is done on SGBV.Responsibility (processes and functions undertaken to achieve results)
Support the office to conduct regular monitoring, needs/gaps and capacity assessments on SGBV in close coordination with any ongoing joint/common assessments being conducted during all phases of displacement;
Provide support to integrate SGBV prevention and response in humanitarian action plans and into national systems with a focus on ensuring continuity and sustainability.
Contribute to development of an SGBV strategy and programs in partnership with protection and programme leads in the country operation as part of the overall protection strategy, with particular emphasis on linkages with child protection and education but ensuring the strategy and programs reflect engagement of all sectors in mitigation, prevention and response.
Lead the planning and monitoring for multisectoral SGBV programming using the Results Framework and Focus in close collaboration with Programme and different sectors.
Establish/strengthen and lead SGBV coordination mechanisms and represent in interagency for a.
Establish and/or strengthen strategic and innovative partnerships for SGBV both with communitybased, local, national, and international organizations, with a focus on ensuring continuity and sustainability.
Provide support in mapping existing services to address SGBV in the various affected areas, including identifying community capacities and structures for potential partnership.
Strengthen a core referral mechanism for response services through consultative development of basic Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) and an SGBV strategy that is entrenched in the comprehensive emergency protection framework.
Conduct training on elements of SGBV prevention and response, the design of SGBV programmes and coordination mechanisms.
Work on all innovative tools on protection related to SGBV like KASI, Protection and InterAgency Referral Tools.
Identify potential partners and coordinate with Programme and Protection sections to integrate SGBV risk mitigation, prevention and response programming in subagreements.
Monitor SGBV programs implemented by UNHCR and partners (both implementing and operational) and adjust programming as required.
Support the integration of SGBV risk mitigation, prevention and response into the role of UNHCR staff across all sectors
Ensure that addressing SGBV includes measures for protection from sexual exploitation and abuse (PSEA) in compliance with UNHCR’s code of conduct.
Implement UNHCR’s rules on reporting report concerns, suspicions and complaints on sexual exploitation and abuse by humanitarian workers.
Authority (decisions made in executing responsibilities and to achieve results)
Enforce local compliance with UNHCR’s global protection policies and standards related to mitigation, prevention and response to SGBV.
Prepare multisectoral action plans in consultation with partners that follow the overall strategy on SGBV prevention and response.
Represent UNHCR in meetings and local protection related fora.
Intervene with authorities on SGBV prevention and response issues.
Lead and/or represent UNHCR in interagency fora related to the prevention of and response to SGBV.
Support planning, programming and monitoring of budget and other resources dedicated to SGBV prevention and response programmes under the supervision of the Senior Protection Coordinator.
Essential Minimum Qualifications and Experience
Undergraduate degree (equivalent of a BA/BS) in International Law, Human Rights, International Development, International Relations, Anthropology, Social Work, Gender studies, Political or Social Science or other clearly related disciplines plus minimum 6 years of previous work experience relevant to the function of which 2 years in the field. At least 2 years of progressively responsible experience in the field of SGBV prevention and response, broader protection or social work involving empowerment of women and girls, gender, child protection, mental health, counselling and working with survivors, humanitarian and development issues. Graduate degree (equivalent of a Master’s) plus 5 years or Doctorate degree (equivalent of a PhD) plus 4 years of previous relevant work experience may also be accepted.
Strong experience in interacting with and building partnerships and synergies with UN agencies, NGOs and civil society organizations.
Excellent knowledge of English and working knowledge of another UN language.
Desirable Qualifications & Competencies
Thorough understanding of SGBV prevention and response in displacement including development of standard operating procedures, conducting assessments, establishing and managing protection programs.
Excellent written and oral communication skills.
Training design and facilitation skills of SGBV, gender and protection related learning.
Demonstrated capacities in monitoring and reporting on SGBV and or protection.
Experience with Gender Based Violence Information Management System is an asset.
Demonstrated leadership skills and ability to work independently with minimum supervision in a fastpaced environment.
Demonstrated ability to successfully and effectively work and communicate with people in a multicultural environment.
Demonstrated experience in interagency coordination and consensus building, in refugee and/or cluster contexts.
Competencies:
Values
Integrity
Professionalism
Respect For Diversity Core Competencies
Core Competencies
Accountability
Team Work & Collaboration
Communication
Commitment to Continuous Learning
Client & Results Orientation
Organizational Awareness
Candidates may also be tested on relevant managerial and cross function competencies. Examples are listed below:
Managerial Competencies
Empowering & Building Trust
Managing Performance
Judgement & Decision Making
Strategic Planning & Vision
Leadership
Managing Resources
Cross – Functional Competencies
Analytical Thinking
Innovation & Creativity
Technological Awareness
Negotiation & Conflict Resolution
Planning & Organizing
Policy Research & Development
Political Awareness
Stakeholder Management
Change Capability & Adaptability
Living Conditions
Kakuma is a security level 3 duty station, but it is relatively safe with very little criminality.
Staff members live in accommodation provided within the Office compound. The climate for most of the year is characterized by dry and hot temperatures.
There are limited medical facilities in Kakuma that are not fully equipped to deal with serious medical cases. Evacuation opportunities are limited. However, air ambulance evacuation can be organized for life threatening emergencies during day time. Candidates with conditions requiring regular treatment or medical supervision should be appropriately advised.
There are good banking facilities in Lokichoggio and Lodwar towns which are located about 1hr and 2hrs away from Kakuma, respectively, and Equity Bank in Kakuma Town.
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