BACKGROUND: The International Rescue Committee (IRC) responds to the world’s worst humanitarian crises and helps people to survive and rebuild their lives. Founded in 1933 at the request of Albert Einstein, the IRC offers lifesaving care and life-changing assistance to refugees forced to flee from war or disaster. At work today in over 40 countries and 22 U.S. cities, we restore safety, dignity and hope to millions who are uprooted and struggling to endure. The IRC leads the way from harm to home. Job Overview/Summary: Under the general supervision of the WPE senior officer, the WPE Officer takes the lead on managing the safe space for women and girls to implement provision activities, psychosocial support and case management to women and girls who are survivors or at risk of gender based violence (GBV). The WPE officer, coordinates and monitors all Protection activities in the women safe space, including case management and psychosocial services, and ensures women and girls who are survivors of GBV receive quality services that are needed and desired. WPE officer is also responsible for training and supervising GBV and PSS case workers, coordinating with humanitarian partners in the field and other IRC programs, and for ensuring proper utilization of the referral pathway. GBV Response officer will ensure that all direct service staff employ a survivor-centered approach to ensure that the clients’ wishes are respected and their safety and confidentiality are preserved at all times through the case management process. Major RESPONSIBILITIES: The WPE officer shall: KEY WORKING RELATIONSHIPS: JOB REQUIREMENTS: University degree in social sciences (i.e. social work, counseling, sociology, psychology, gender studies, human rights, etc.). At least 1 years of experience in working in the social sector, particularly with women. Experience supervising psychosocial programs, providing psychosocial support or case management, and/or working on gender based violence (GBV) and women’s empowerment. Experience supervising and supporting employees. Strong belief in and commitment to human rights and gender equality. Strong understanding of case management principles, procedures, and practices, psychosocial support and life skills programming to promote survivor healing and recovery. . Emotional maturity and stability to resolve conflicts in non-violent way and maintain appropriate boundaries. Good interpersonal skills including ability to gain trust and build relationships. Ability to handle multiple tasks; proven self-initiative and problem solving abilities. Fluent Arabic; good knowledge of English. Good computer skills including Microsoft Excel, Access, Word, Outlook, and Power Point. Be able to work in a stressful setting and adapt quickly to changing environments; Qualified and Interested individuals are required to apply for this position via the IRC Career at the following link: https://rescue.csod.com/ux/ats/careersite/1/home/requisition/9570?c=rescue Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
Deadline for Applying: August 27, 2020.
IRC is an Equal Opportunity Employer IRC considers all applicants on the basis of merit without regard to race, sex, color, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status or disability.
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