UNHCR was created in 1950, during the aftermath of the Second World War, to help millions of Europeans who had fled or lost their homes. We had three years to complete our work and then disband. Today, over 65 years later, our organization is still hard at work, protecting and assisting refugees around the world.

Task description

Under the direct supervision of CHILD PROTECTION OFFICER, the UN Volunteer will undertake the following tasks: Under the direct supervision of Child Protection Officer the UN Volunteer will undertake the following tasks:

• Assist the operation in developing/ strengthening and implementing a country/ location specific Sexual Gender Based Violence (SGBV) strategy is in line with UNHCR guidelines and updated global SGBV strategy. The SGBV strategy should be part of the operation’s Protection & Solutions Strategy.
• Establish and/or strengthen strategic and innovative partnerships for SGBV with community-based, local, national, and international organizations.
• Promote mainstreaming of Age, Gender and Diversity (AGD) across all sectors and activities such as health, safety and security, psychosocial and legal shelter, WASH, and Energy and coordinate with Programme and Protection sections to ensure that SGBV programming is incorporated in partner agreements in all sectors.
• Support the operation in conducting assessments and safety audits on SGBV in coordination with other units and other agencies.
• Conduct mapping and maintain a “who, what where” matrix of existing services to address SGBV, including community capacities and structures.
• Strengthen and lead SGBV coordination mechanisms in refugee contexts or, in the context of IDPs, support the Sub-cluster SGBV coordination structure.
• Support the development and strengthening of Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) with comprehensive referral mechanism for response services through a consultative process with NGOs and community groups.
• Support SGBV data management (collection, storage, analysis and sharing) in line with safety and ethical standards. Build capacity for the implementation of the Gender-Based Violence Information Management System (GBVIMS).
• Support the planning and monitoring for multi-sectoral SGBV programming using UNHCR’s Results Framework, FOCUS.
• Conduct training on basic elements of SGBV prevention and response, the design of SGBV programmes and coordination mechanisms.
• Prepare regular consolidated reports on the progress, challenges, gaps and recommendations on SGBV prevention and response.
• Consult with Senior Protection Officer and with the Regional Advisor (SGBV) of with DIP on policy developments and strategic direction.

Furthermore, UN Volunteers are required to:

• Strengthen their knowledge and understanding of the concept of volunteerism by reading relevant UNV and external publications and take active part in UNV activities (for instance in events that mark International Volunteer Day).
• Be acquainted with and build on traditional and/or local forms of volunteerism in the host country.
• Reflect on the type and quality of voluntary action that they are undertaking, including participation in ongoing reflection activities.
• Contribute articles/write-ups on field experiences and submit them for UNV publications/websites, newsletters, press releases, etc.
• Assist with the UNV Buddy Programme for newly arrived UN Volunteers.
• Promote or advise local groups in the use of online volunteering or encourage relevant local individuals and organizations to use the UNV Online Volunteering service whenever technically possible.
• Support implementation of UNHCR diversity policy, in particular to ensure protection of LGBTI refugees and asylum seekers.
• Support and provide guidance to partners on individual SGBV case management and implementation of proGres V4.

Eligibility criteria

Age

• 27 – 80

Nationality

• Candidate must be a national of a country other than the country of assignment.

Requirements
Required experience

• 3 years of experience in solid knowledge of GBV prevention and response, case management and PSEA including training experiences
• Solid knowledge of Microsoft computer programmes including Access, Excel, PowerPoint, and Word. SharePoint, MS Teams. Solid knowledge of proGres v4.
• Excellent oral and written skills; excellent drafting, formulation, reporting skills.
• Accuracy and professionalism in document production and editing.
• Excellent interpersonal skills; culturally and socially sensitive; ability to work inclusively and collaboratively with a range of partners, including grassroots community members, religious and youth organizations, and authorities at different levels; familiarity with tools and approaches of communications for development.
• Ability to work and adapt professionally and effectively in a challenging environment; ability to work effectively in a multicultural team of international and national personnel.
• Solid overall computer literacy, including proficiency in various Microsoft Office applications (Excel, Word, among others), email, and internet; familiarity with database management; and office technology equipment.
• Self-motivated, ability to work with minimum supervision; ability to work with tight deadlines.
• Desirable: valid national driver’s license and proven ability to drive manual gear 4×4 over rough terrain.
• Sound security awareness.

Area(s) of expertise

• Legal affairs

Languages

• English, Level: Fluent, Required
• Kiswahili, Level: Working knowledge, Desirable

Required education level

• Bachelor degree or equivalent in Law, Human Rights, Refugee Studies, Social Sciences/Social Work/ Community Development)

Competencies and values

• Accountability
• Adaptability and flexibility
• Creativity
• Judgement and decision-making
• Planning and organising
• Professionalism
• Self-management