Organization: IRC – International Rescue Committee
Location: Assosa
Grade: Level not specified – Level not specified
Occupational Groups:
Administrative support
Women’s Empowerment and Gender Mainstreaming
Gender-based violence
Closing Date:
The International Rescue Committee (IRC) responds to the world’s worst humanitarian crises, helping to restore health, safety, education, economic wellbeing, and power to people devastated by conflict and disaster. Founded in 1933 at the call of Albert Einstein, the IRC is one of the world’s largest international humanitarian non-governmental organizations (INGO), at work in more than 40 countries and 29 U.S. cities helping people to survive, reclaim control of their future and strengthen their communities. A force for humanity, IRC employees deliver lasting impact by restoring safety, dignity and hope to millions. If you’re a solutions-driven, passionate change-maker, come join us in positively impacting the lives of millions of people world-wide for a better future.
Organizational description:
The International Rescue Committee (IRC) responds to the world’s worst humanitarian crises and helps people whose lives and livelihoods are shattered by conflict and disaster to survive, recover, and gain control of their lives. The IRC works with people made to flee from war, conflict and disaster and the host communities which support them, as well as those who remain within their homes and communities. We began work in Ethiopia since 2000 and currently implementing emergency and development programs in health, water and sanitation, economic recovery, and development (ERD), women’s protection and empowerment, education, child protection, and multi-sectoral emergency response.
The IRC has a focus on narrowing the gender gap in humanitarian aid and ensuring that we contribute to gender equality, diversity, and inclusion in both our programs and operations by working to establish a context where our clients (including those from cultural minority groups) enjoy the same rights and opportunities as well as an equal access to services. The IRC also has a strong commitment to creating an equitable and inclusive culture, where safeguarding is upheld in our workplace and programs. We are determined to protect our clients and staff from safeguarding violations through prevention and, where misconduct is alleged, to address it without fear or favor.
Summary statement of responsibilities:
The position holder is responsible for supporting the GBV case management activities in Ura refugee settlement, likewise documentation related activities at the Assosa sub-office level.
Detailed Responsibilities and Tasks:
Assist the team in the assessment of the living conditions of women and girls in the Ura refugee settlement and participate in the development of an appropriate strategy in addressing their needs.
Facilitate the involvement of women and girls in women and girls’ wellness center and document the progress made.
Follow-up the preparation and implementation of case action plan and conduct home to home visit including outreach programs.
Carry out data Entry into the GBVIMS database.
Support the WPE Response officer in facilitating and coordinating appropriate GBV case management services.
Work closely with the WPE Response and Prevention Officer in the celebration of international events days and other awareness-raising sessions.
Adhere and fully abide by the GBV code of conduct.
Support the documentation activities at the Assosa sub-office level including follow-up of the procurement processes of WPE materials.
Shall take any additional responsibilities as requested by supervisors.
Safeguarding Responsibilities:
Promote and actively participate in initiatives and efforts to establish team engagement, inclusion, and cohesion in IRC [team/office]
Develop ongoing learning, honest dialogue, and reflection to strengthen safeguarding and to promote IRC values and adherence to IRC policies.
Key Working Relationships:
The position holder will directly report to the WPE Senior Officer and WPE Response Officer based in Tsore-Ura, with additional oversight from the WPE manager based in Assosa.
Minimum skills and qualifications
Language skill of English, and Amharic.
·Self-motivated, open, responsible, punctual, ability to work under pressure and in a team with low supervision.
·Excellent verbal and written communication skills, and problem-solving abilities.
·Good team spirit, demeanor, behavior, and problem-solving abilities.
·Basic computer skill
·Good report writing skill.
Preferred Skill and Qualification
·Good command spoken and written in English and Amharic. Knowledge of other local languages is an asset.
·Preference will be given to qualified women candidates.
·Familiarity with the local context of the project implementation areas.
·Previous work experience in the refugee settings.
Minimum Qualifications:
University fresh graduate in psychology, sociology and other related social science or other related fields.
2 years of relevant work experience for diploma holders in social science and other related fields
Standard of Professional Conduct:The IRC and the IRC workers must adhere to the values and principles outlined in the IRC Way – our Code of Conduct. These are Integrity, Service, Accountability, and Equality.
Commitment to Gender, Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion: The IRC is committed to creating a diverse, inclusive, respectful, and safe work environment where all persons are treated fairly, with dignity and respect. The IRC expressly prohibits and will not tolerate discrimination, harassment, retaliation, or bullying of the IRC persons in any work setting. We aim to increase the representation of women, people that are from country and communities we serve, and people who identify as races and ethnicities that are under-represented in global power structures.