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Sunday, April 20, 2014

Emergency WPE/GBV Manager

by Unknown  |  at  2:17 AM

The Emergency Women’s Protection and Empowerment (WPE) Manager is responsible for ensuring smooth implementation of the emergency WPE response in  Bentiu, South Sudan. The position reports to the Emergency WPE Coordinator.
Deadline:         June 9, 2014
Location:         South Sudan
Organization:   IRC
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.
BACKGROUND:
On December 16, 2013, heavy military exchanges occurred between rival SPLA factions in Juba (Central Equatoria State). The fighting and violence quickly spread to other states in South Sudan, trapping thousands of civilians in Unity, Lakes, Upper Nile, and Jonglei States in UN bases or makeshift IDP settlements. OCHA estimates that 194,000 people have been displaced across five states, Central Equatoria, Unity, Lakes, Upper Nile, and Jonglei. It is estimated that around 30,000 IDPs have sought refuge in the two UN bases in Juba; 8,000 IDPs have reportedly sought refuge in the UN base in Bentiu and 3,000 in the UN base in Pariang; an inter-agency mission to Awerial (Lakes) estimates that there are around 76,000 IDPs, mostly from Jonglei. The IRC South Sudan country program is gearing up to respond to the ongoing emergency and is looking for emergency response staff to assist with this.
SCOPE OF WORK:
The Emergency Women’s Protection and Empowerment (WPE) Manager is responsible for ensuring smooth implementation of the emergency WPE response in  one location in South Sudan. The location for this position will be determined based on the location of the emergency response (one of the existing or new field sites). The position reports to the Emergency WPE Coordinator or the WPE Coordinator.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:
Program Management
  • Conduct assessments to determine the specific needs and risks faced by women and girls of the target areas;
  • Oversee the implementation of the WPE program to ensure the program is implemented according to schedule and budgets, international standards, and that WPE program objectives are met
  • Ensure that ethical and sound data collection and information management systems are in place
  • In collaboration with the WPE Coordinator review and adapt emergency training modules and other program materials
  • Train pertinent staff on WPE and service provision, and ensure key services are in place
  • Set-up M&E systems to monitor program implementation in coordination with the WPE coordinator
  • Work closely with other IRC sectors present in the same location and integrate program components to the extent possible
  • Participate in the development of proposals, budgets and concept notes in coordination with the (Emergency) WPE Coordinator, DDP, Grants team, and HQ Technical Unit
  • Monitor materials, equipment and supplies for technical work
  • Monitor and evaluate appropriate implementation of  projects against program objectives and IRC’s Program Framework
Staff Management
  • Recruit national staff in conjunction with the Human Resources Department
  • Maintain updated job descriptions, conduct interviews, orient new staff to the IRC and the WPE program
  • Supervise WPE staff directly, providing ongoing leadership to the project team and overseeing implementation and coordination of activity plans to ensure targets are met
  • Provide ongoing supervision, leadership, training and technical support and guidance to WPE staff, and ensure all WPE staff adhere to best-practice principles in all aspects of program implementation
  • Overall responsibility for WPE team’s timesheets, work plans, vacation schedules, and staff training/development activities
  • Ensure Performance Management System documentation for all staff is in place and followed up regularly
  • Build staff capacity in work plan development and reporting to ensure accurate monitoring and documentation of activities.
  • Recommend and implement a capacity building/development plan for project staff based on documented capacity needs assessments exercise .
  • Ensure WPE staff understands and follows IRC and donor Policies and Procedures.
Grants Management and Reporting
  • Manage and oversee all the WPE grants for the targeted area in coordination with the WPE coordinator; develop and maintain work, spending and procurement plans for all projects
  • Participate in Grants Opening, Mid-Term and Closing meetings
  • Work closely and coordinate with IRC Operations, Finance and Grant departments to ensure compliance with grant requirements
  • Prepare internal and external reports within agreed deadlines using IRC and donor formats, as required
  • Assure appropriate and timely spending of grants to achieve program goals, grant reporting contributions, use and distribution of supplies and resources
Representation & Coordination
  • Develop and maintain effective working relationships with all stakeholders - including community leaders, NGOs, UN agencies, community based organisations and other IRC sectors to enhance cooperation and coordination
  • Ensure that information from coordination meetings is shared internally and with other sectors, as appropriate
  • Attend the the WPE coordination meetings or represent the IRC in other relevant forums
  • Any other duties as assigned by the supervisor to enable and develop IRC programs
Professional Standards 
All IRC staff are required to adhere to The IRC Way Standards for Professional Conduct and the IRC country employment policies
REQUIREMENTS
  • Degree in gender studies, health, social work, humanities or other related discipline;
  • At least 3 years of professional technical experience, including experience implementing WPE programs in emergency and conflict contexts;
  • Demonstrated experience in capacity building, project design and budget management
  • In-depth understanding of the root causes of GBV, related international standards, and GBV prevention and response strategies.
  • Familiarity with WHO Clinical Management of Rape (CMR) guidelines or IRC Clinical Care of Sexual Assault Survivors (CCSAS) guidelines
  • Community education/training experience, particularly with low-literate beneficiaries
  • Strong interpersonal, intercultural and communication skills
  • Experience in complex emergencies and the ability to live and work in a very remote environment
  • Excellent oral and written communication skills. Excellent computer skills.
  • Fluency in English.
WORK ENVIRONMENT:
Security level red. The situation in Juba is calm at the moment but remains tense and unpredictable; concerns include criminality, presence of armed troops, and looting. There is active conflict in many parts of the country and a possibility for further expansion of the conflict and violence into other areas and other states.
HOUSING:
Lodging in Juba is in a private bedroom, with en suite bathroom, in a shared IRC guesthouse. In field sites sleeping accommodations range from tent to traditional hut to permanent structures. Field compounds have latrines and showers. All IRC sites have electricity and internet at least several hours per day. Food is the individual’s responsibility.

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