Organization: HIAS
Location: Nairobi
Grade: Level not specified – Level not specified
Occupational Groups:
Women’s Empowerment and Gender Mainstreaming
Gender-based violence
Closing Date:
POSITION SUMMARY:
HIAS seeks to recruit a Gender & GBV Officer who will be expected to implement designed strategies on prevention and response to Gender Based Violence (GBV) amongst refugees in Kenya. HIAS uses a survivor-centered, community-based approach. Our programs consider the voices and needs of survivors and prioritize their leadership in program design and implementation. HIAS works with communities natural systems to optimize support for survivors, building partnerships to promote and protect the rights of survivors, women, girls, and LGBTQ+ persons.. The officer will be responsible for contributing to the timely and quality implementation of GBV-related activities and GBV case management for the urban refugee community.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
Implement and monitor GBV prevention, risk mitigation, and response interventions for the urban refugee community.
Contribute to the establishment of community-based prevention mechanisms, risk mitigation strategies, and support for the vulnerable persons of concern including survivors of GBV
Support the implementation of safe spaces for women and girls to build peer support networks to enhance their economic and social assets
Engaging men in ending violence against refugee women and girls.
Support GBV survivors received at HIAS offices and identified in the refugee community through the provision of survivor-centered case management services to respond to the needs of clients, provide them with information and resources to access services, and make appropriate referrals to other service providers if required.
Conduct timely follow-up on referrals action plans, and support services provided to GBV survivors, ensuring that the survivors receive the assistance they need
Support qualitative assessments through focus group discussions to understand the risks of GBV and map out service support structures for GBV survivors.
Engage with the refugee community representatives to understand needs and gaps in GBV programming with a priority focus on the voices of survivors.
Participate in capacity-building initiatives for staff, partners, and other stakeholders to create awareness, ensure quality and comprehensive delivery of project activities
Closely work with case workers, and community outreach workers to ensure that best practices on GBV programming are respected and international standards are met.
Ensure community members are mobilized to participate in anti-GBV activities and awareness campaigns
Organize, attend, and/or facilitate workshops and Training of Trainers sessions for community workers, support groups, and agency workers.
Contribute to the development of project proposals, concept notes, and sector publications.
Participate in research on good programming practices on GBV prevention and response.
Ensure ongoing maintenance/update of GBVIMS (Gender Based Violence Information Management System) and preparation of qualitative reports on the GBV Program
QUALIFICATIONS & REQUIREMENTS:
Bachelors degree in Gender Studies, Community Development Studies, Social Science and/or other related fields of study
Minimum of 3 years of previous job experience related to GBV response.
Demonstrated experience working directly with refugees who are survivors of GBV
MUST have in-depth technical expertise on Gender-Based Violence related issues, response and prevention and a demonstrated understanding of a survivor-centered approach.
MUST have experience with operationalizing GBV principles, and knowledge of international humanitarian standards for GBV prevention and response.
Experience working with GBVIMS preferred (Gender Based Violence Information Management System)
Excellent written and oral communication skills, interviewing and counseling skills
Excellent organizational and time management skills.
Knowledge in Accountability to Affected Populations
Knowledge in PSEA
DISCLAIMER:
This job description is intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed. It is not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, skills required or permanent location. Location is subject to change based on programmatic needs. Flexibility is essential as we grow and develop. The successful candidate must be comfortable in a fast-paced, changing work environment with many crucial deadlines. All team members may be required to perform duties outside of their normal work hours of responsibilities as needed.
SAMPLE HIRING PROCESS:
We are committed to a fair and respectful hiring process, and we do our absolute best to respond to every applicant. We prioritize communication and transparency with all candidates, even those who are not moving forward. Heres a snapshot of our hiring process:
Step 1: Submit your application!
Step 2: Phone screen with a Human Resources staff person.
Step 3: Interview with the hiring manager.
Step 4: Interview with a panel of HIAS employees.
Step 5: Reference check.
Step 6: Offer and background check.
Step 7: Start your professional journey with HIAS!
Note: Some of our hiring processes may vary, and not all candidates will advance to each step.
ABOUT US:
Over one hundred years ago, the Jewish community founded HIAS (originally the Hebrew Immigrant Aid Society) in New York City, the immigrant gateway to America. Supporting Jews fleeing persecution and poverty in Eastern Europe, our founders were guided by the traditions, texts and history of the Jewish peoplea history of oppression, displacement and diaspora. HIAS has since helped generations of Jews facing violence because of who they were, and HIAS remains committed to helping Jewish refugees anywhere in the world. Today, our clients at HIAS come from diverse faiths, ethnicities and backgrounds, as do our staff. We bring our experience, history and values to our work across five continents, ensuring that refugees today receive the vital services and opportunities they need to thrive.
HIAS is a learning community, committed to diversity and inclusion. We do our work with integrity, accountability, transparency and a commitment to the highest ethical standards. We seek employees from diverse backgrounds and life experiences to join our teams located in the United States and across the globe. People who identify as BIPOC, people with disabilities, people from the LGBTQ+ community and people with lived experiences of forced displacement or immigration are all encouraged to apply. We are committed to building a diverse workforce that reflects our vision, mission and values.
VISION:
HIAS stands for a world in which refugees find welcome, safety and opportunity.
MISSION:
Drawing on our Jewish values and history, HIAS provides vital services to refugees and asylum seekers around the world and advocates for their fundamental rights so they can rebuild their lives.
VALUES:
Welcome Acogimiento Hospitalité (Hachnasat Orchim)
We Welcome the Stranger
Justice Justicia Justice (Tzedek)
We Pursue Justice
Empathy Empatía Empathie (Chesed)
We Approach our Clients with Empathy
Partnership Compañerismo Coopération (Chevruta)
We Believe in Changing the World through Partnership
Courage Coraje Courage (Ometz)
We Act with Courage to Build a Better World
Resilience Resiliencia Résilience (Ruach)
We Adapt and Thrive, Continuously Demonstrating our Resilience
DIVERSITY:
HIAS is committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace. All qualified applicants will be considered for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, ethnic background, ancestry, citizenship status, religious creed, age, sex, gender, sexual orientation, physical disability, mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, marital status, registered domestic partner or civil union status, familial status, pregnancy, childbirth, military status, protected veteran status, political orientation or other legally protected status.
SAFEGUARDING:
HIAS is committed to the protection of children, vulnerable adults and any other person from any harm caused directly or indirectly due to their coming into contact with HIAS. We will not tolerate sexual exploitation, abuse or any form of child abuse or neglect by our staff or associated personnel. Any candidate offered a job with HIAS will be expected to sign and adhere to HIAS Code of Conduct and Safeguarding policies. All offers of employment will be subject to satisfactory references and appropriate screening checks, which can include criminal records. HIAS also participates in the Inter-Agency Misconduct Disclosure Scheme. In line with this Scheme, we will request information from job applicants previous employers about any findings of sexual exploitation, sexual abuse, and/or sexual harassment during employment, or incidents under investigation when the applicant left employment. Likewise, HIAS will share this information when other organizations inquire about current and former HIAS staff as part of their recruitment process. By submitting an application, the job applicant confirms their understanding of these recruitment procedures.
Note: Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis