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About International Medical Corps

A preeminent First Responder, International Medical Corps provides emergency relief to those hit by disaster, and offers the skills needed to rebuild stronger. We train people – giving communities the tools and knowledge to be self-reliant and be their own best First Responders when disaster strikes again.

International Medical Corps focuses on the delivery of community-based primary health care.  We emphasize training and education, and prioritize hiring local staff – in fact, 96% of our field-based staff and health professionals are recruited from the local community. This helps to ensure that skills and knowledge are passed on and remain long after our programs have ended. Through the integration of specialties like emergency medicine, women’s health, nutrition services, water and sanitation, and mental health into the primary health care setting, we ensure that those we serve receive holistic, comprehensive care. The value of International Medical Corps’ integrated approach to community health and well-being and our emphasis on capacity building through training are critical for the long-term growth of ‘conflict and natural disaster-affected communities’ and ‘fragile states’.

Background :

International Medical Corps (IMC) is a global, nonprofit, humanitarian aid organization dedicated to saving lives and relieving suffering by providing emergency medical services, as well as healthcare training and development programs, to those in great need. Established in 1984 by volunteer doctors and nurses, we are a private group with no political or religious affiliation. Our mission is to improve the quality of life through health interventions and related activities that strengthen underserved communities worldwide. With the flexibility to respond rapidly to emergencies no matter where in the world they occur, we offer medical assistance and training to people at the highest risk, always working to strengthen local healthcare systems and promote self-reliance.Gender-based violence (GBV) in humanitarian emergencies is a life-threatening issue. GBV impacts survivors’ immediate sexual, physical, and psychological health, and increases the risks of longer-term health problems and social stigma. IMC implements GBV programs in Afar, Tigray, Dollo, Amahra, Gambella, AW Bare and Oromia.

Job Purpose

The GBV AOR Co-Lead will work closely with the GBV AOR Coordinator (UNFPA) to oversee GBV prevention and response coordination efforts and to represent GBV AOR members to the wider humanitarian community. The GBV AOR Co-Lead is responsible for co-leadership of the national GBV AOR, under the umbrella of the Protection Cluster. The GBV AOR leads inter-agency efforts to strengthen GBV prevention and response interventions and ensure that the rights and needs of women and girls are prioritized within humanitarian response plans.The Gender-Based Violence (GBV) AOR is a coordination group under the Protection Cluster to coordinate GBV prevention and response activities for the humanitarian response in Ethiopia, focusing on the northern conflict areas. The GBV AOR is chaired by UNFPA and an INGO partner. International Medical Corps currently hosts the INGO co-chair position. It is also represented in Humanitarian Coordination meeting and other inter-sector and inter-agency forum. IMC Ethiopia also has a working partnership with UNFPA.

Main Responsibilities

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential function with or without reasonable accommodation. The tasks listed are representative of the nature and level of work assigned and are not necessarily all-inclusive.

Coordination

·        Co-facilitate Ethiopia GBV AOR meetings in partnership with UNFPA and regularly support local-level GBV working groups.

·        Work with relevant government authorities and agencies to ensure appropriate coordination and timely information sharing to implement GBV-related policies and programs.

·        Coordinate with other clusters to mainstream and integrate GBV concerns across the humanitarian response in Ethiopia, including needs assessments, program planning, implementation, monitoring and evaluation.

·        Work to identify and support international and national organizations with potential to implement GBV prevention and response activities, and encourage their active participation in the GBV AOR

·        Coordinate with the global GBV AoR for information sharing and support.

·        Ensure inclusion of key humanitarian partners in the AOR, respecting their respective mandates and program priorities

Standard Setting and Capacity Building

·        Promote adherence to standards, including the IAAOR Guidelines and WHO Recommendations, and promote a survivor-centered approach to response.

·        Support the development, implementation, and monitoring of Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) and referral pathways for all actors involved in GBV response.

·        Support AOR members to identify good practices, tools, and resources for GBV interventions.

·        Facilitate essential capacity building trainings including GBV guiding principles, standards, protocols, GBVIMS, GBV mainstreaming and relevant GBV prevention and response trainings.

·        Draft technical guidance notes.

·        Identify and support training needs for GBV actors as appropriate.

Strategic Planning

·        Lead or coordinate service mappings and assessments as needed.

·        Collect and analyze information from AOR members and other relevant sources.

·        Identify both immediate and longer-term recommended actions to improve response to GBV and to prevent further incidents of GBV

·        Contribute to humanitarian response plans and develop GBV-specific plans as appropriate.

·        Ensure gender-sensitive programming and promote gender equality and that the needs, contributions and capacities of women and girls as well as men and boys are addressed.

·        Ensure integration of GBV issues in sectoral needs assessment, analysis, planning, monitoring, and response

Representation and Advocacy

·        In all actions, represent the collective membership of the GBV AOR

·        Share information on identified needs and recommendations of the GBV AOR with government partners, UN, other sector leads, donors, and others as relevant.

·        Coordinate with donors to mobilize funds to address identified gaps in GBV prevention and response.

·        Promote standards for collecting and distributing information related to GBV.

·        Draft advocacy briefs on key GBV issues with key partners/stakeholders and follow through on recommendations.

·        Represent the GBV AOR in media relations, and promote standards for collecting and distributing information related to GBV

Security and Conduct

·        Ensure compliance with security protocols and policies.

·        Consider security implications of proposed GBV prevention and response initiatives and consult with relevant stakeholders.

·        Foster a safe and supportive environment for coordination among GBV AOR members.

·        Exemplify core principles of GBV prevention and response, including respect, non-discrimination, responsible use of power, nonviolence, and promotion of gender equality.  

·        Contribute to the positive image and overall credibility of the GBV AOR, including through adherence to IMC’s Code of Conduct and Ethics

Job Requirements

Qualifications

Advanced/master’s degree in social work or other social sciences, public health, international relations, international law, human rights or related field

Experience

·        Minimum of 15 (Fifteen) years of experience in humanitarian field

·        Minimum of eight years’ experience in direct GBV program design and implementation, including at least one year of international, humanitarian experience, and UN experience is highly desirable.

·        Previous experience chairing a GBV coordination group mandatory.

·        Five years of field experience, including NGO experience, humanitarian/emergency experience, and experience in GBV program management/GBV coordination. Experience designing and managing GBV programs in an NGO is highly recommended.

·        Familiarity with standards and guidelines for GBV programming, coordination, and data management

·        Familiarity with international humanitarian operations, the cluster system and coordination structures, and the mandates of donors, UN agencies, and other NGOs

·        Experience in capacity-building and training for local partners, and national and local authorities.

·        Experience working in Ethiopia specially knowledge of the northern conflict

Competency

·        Networking and negotiation skills.

·        Flexibility and stress tolerance

·        Proactive problem solving

·        Excellent skills in interpersonal communication, advocacy, and diplomacy

·     Demonstrated ability to work with colleagues in complex and rapidly changing environments.

·     Knowledge of standards and guidance related to protection from SEA.

·        Ability and willingness to travel to project sites as needed.

·        Demonstrated success in working in a fast-paced and collaborative manner with multicultural teams.

·        Strong organizational skills and capacity to self-manage.

·        Essential managerial skills

·        Demonstrated team building and communication skills.

·        Able to manage and work in or with a multidisciplinary team.

·        Excellent written and oral presentation skills.

·     English fluency required; Amharic, or other local language skills are helpful.

·     Ability to exercise sound judgment, remain flexible, and apply experience and guidance to evolving challenges

Code of conduct: 

It is our shared responsibility and obligation to prevent matters involving Sexual Exploitation & Abuse, Trafficking in Persons, Child Safeguarding, and any suggested violation to our Code of Conduct, which may involve Conflicts of Interest, Fraud, Corruption or Harassment. If you see, hear or are made aware of any suggested activities then you have an obligation to report.

Other

·        Fulfill any other duties and responsibilities as assigned.

·        Respect the code of conduct and policies of the IMC and the standards of the GBV team

·        Adhere and uphold the IMC principle and policies (integrity, accountability, and service) at the respective areas of work

·        Consistently and proactively monitor the safety and security of the team, promptly reporting concerns or incidents to IMC management

How to Apply

Interested applicants who meet the above requirements should submit their application letter and CV by clearly stating the position and location  that you are applying for through THIS LINK on or before Aug 18, 2023

 Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted

Note: IMC is equal opportunity employer and hence candidate from all background: religion, ethnic group, qualified women and people living with disabilities, etc are all encouraged to apply.