Gender - Based Violence (GBV) Manager at Widows and Orphans Empowerment Organization (WEWE) - 6 Openings

The Incorporated Trustees of Widows and Orphans Empowerment Organization [hereinafter referred to as “Widows and Orphans Empowerment Organization (WEWE)”] a local not-for-profit Non-Governmental Organization (NGO)

We are recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Title: Gender - Based Violence (GBV) Manager 

Locations: Akwa Ibom, Bayelsa, Cross River, Delta, Edo and Rivers
Employment Type: Full-time

Key Duties & Responsibilities

• S/he will ensure accurate Data verification and validation of all reported GBV cases at the community and facility level.
• S/he will write, compile, and submit monthly, quarterly, and annual reports on GBV.
• S/he will develop success stories and documentaries
• S/he will be responsible for reviewing and updating existing GBV Standard Operating Procedure (SOP) documents.
• S/he will coordinate quarterly/monthly review meetings for the Community GBV focal persons, and relevant stakeholders for improved GBV services.
• S/he will carry out mentorship, training, and capacity building for Community GBV focal persons.
• S/he will coordinate GBV case entries and service delivery.
• S/he will facilitate referrals for Clinical care, legal support, and other GBV services, etc.
• S/he will be in charge of community mobilization coordination, Community/Key stakeholder engagement (Police, Community leaders, CPC Team), and liaison with more GBV champions for sustainability.
• S/he will coordinate awareness-raising activities such as the Sister-Sister forum, Community sensitization, and 16 days of GBV activism to disseminate GBV messages across implementing sites.
• S/he will strengthen partnerships with private and government agencies, institutions, and other GBV organizations to ensure access to services and completed referrals.

Minimum QualificationRequirements

• A graduate with a Bachelor’s Degree or Higher National Diploma in Social Work, Public Health, International Development or other relevant field of study
• Previous Gender-based Violence training or certification obtained
• A master's or postgraduate degree will be an added advantage

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Proven knowledge and experience in developing and implementing community mobilization projects.
• Familiarity with standards and guidelines for GBV programming and coordination as well as guidance on protection
• Ability to exercise sound judgment, to remain flexible to a changing environment, and to make decisions independently.
• Knowledge of working with any Gender-based Violence tools
• Ability to develop GBV tools
• Well-organized, with the ability to track multiple activities and deadlines
• Must possess excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Evidence of strong report writing skills
• Must have leadership and governance experience.

Application Closing Date
31st July, 2024.