ABOUT THE ORGANIZATION
Integrated Women and Youth Empowerment Centre (IWAYEC) is a non- governmental, non- profit making, non-religious and a non-political organization interested in the empowerment of women, youths, orphans and vulnerable children. IWAYEC involves programmes and activities that impact positively on the lives target groups, building their capacity, assisting people in crisis with trauma healing, rehabilitation and training in many skills that enable them actively participate and benefit from national development programmes.
Under its “Partnership for learning for all in Nigeria-Education in Emergency Programme (PLANE-
EiE)” project, IWAYEC is looking for qualified candidates to fill the facilitator position
Job Title: GBV/CPFacilitator
Location: Maiduguri, Borno State
Job Type: Child Protection
Reports to: Protection Officer
Slots: 17 facilitators
JOB SUMMARY
- The facilitator will be responsible for the overall implementation of the GBV prevention/ Child protection outreach activities implemented as part of the GBV/ Child Protection program in designated schools in Borno State. This includes, but is not limited to: mobilizing learners, C/SBMCs, teachers, to develop and implement strategies to prevent GBV and secure a thriving environment for survivors of GBV; implementation of outreach/community awareness raising activities; implementation of evidence-based GBV prevention approaches, child safeguarding principle, support in putting response and referral structures in place, the direct supervision of community outreach volunteers.
- The Facilitator will conduct thorough assessments to ensure that sensitization sessions meet the needs of the school assigned. He/She will promote community led initiatives that improve the security conditions of women, children and survivors of GBV. He/She will support to create a child friendly environment that ensures child discipline best practices
- Work closely with the GBV and Child protection team to develop and lead the static center and project activities. GBV/Child Protection Facilitator is required to attend and organize training, class sessions and/or events, distribute reading and learning materials, register and fill in attendance sheet of trainers, trainees, and personnel, related to the center activities
SPECIFIC RESPONSIBILITIES
Program Development and Implementation:
- Utilize participatory methodology and adult/child education techniques to assist schools in developing child-centered prevention and response plans.
- Conduct focus group discussions and keep detailed documentation about the information gathered. Consider this information in planning and conducting animation, sensitizations, and in the design of information, education and communication materials.
- With community input, develop community education methods which many include workshops, drama, games, debates, poster contests, youth clubs, and other creative methods.
- Promote active community participation in prevention and response to GBV.
- Raise awareness and promote changes in attitudes and behaviors re: gender, gender equality, gender mainstreaming and GBV.
- Actively participate in all Training of Trainers sessions in GBV prevention and response approaches.
- Build capacity of Community Outreach Volunteers on GBV/PSEA and Child Protection practices.
- Encourage greater self-reliance among children in school.
- Communicate with the supervisor on program progress, constraints, training needs identified and other matters pertaining to the operations of the GBV program.
- Work with the GBV Officer to create detailed weekly and monthly work plans.
- Maintain confidentiality and uphold other principles in line with the GBV programming. • Attend staff meetings and training events as required.
HR Management & Staff Support:
- Supervise and mentor GBV school clubs, alongside Child protection concerns.
- Support the orientation, on-going development/training and capacity building of staff as required.
- Identify training opportunities for staff through various methodologies: e.g. online, workshop, collaboration with other NGOs, etc.
- Actively promote PSEA (Prevention of Sexual Exploitation and Abuse) standards within International Medical Corps and amongst beneficiaries served by International Medical Corps.
- Adhere to procedures in preparing the necessary documentation for procuring training approval, materials, reports, in a timely and efficient manner.
- Contribute to the positive image and overall credibility of the organization, notably through the application of the organization’s Code of Conduct.
- Consider security implications of all program activities, reviewing all new initiatives with staff teams and community leaders.
Other:
- Refrain from making false and unrealistic promises and commitments to the beneficiaries and work in the best interest of the IWAYEC GBV Program and Child safeguarding.
- Foster a team spirit among the GBV/PSEA team that is conducive to all staff improving their skills and knowledge base.
- Other duties as assigned by the supervisor to enable and develop the IMC GBV/ Child protection program.
QUALIFICATION, EXPERIENCE AND SKILLS
The ideal candidates should have
- NCE/HND/B.Sc in Social Sciences or relevant field;
- Excellent report writing with attention to details
- Strong activity facilitation experience
- Experience working with children is strong advantage
- Advanced understanding of the root causes of violence against women and girls
- Experience in implementing and facilitating EMAP and other GBV prevention curriculums
- Strong familiarity with practical challenges faced by displaced and other vulnerable persons,
- Knowledge of Child Protection/GBV Issues and ways of mitigating them.
- Experience conducting assessments and a willingness to help plan assessments;
- Ability and willingness to maintain regular presence at project sites (including all outreach and community center locations);
- Ability and willingness to work during irregular working hours when needed Strong computer skills (Excel, Microsoft, PowerPoint and Outlook) Fluency in English (written and spoken) Hausa and Kanuri is a must.
- Strong interpersonal skills and demonstrated ability to establish effective working relations with local staff and other stakeholders.
- Ability to work under pressure, with minimal supervision
Application Closing Date 7th October, 2022.
Method of Application
Interested and qualified candidates should CLICK HERE TO APPLY ONLINE
Note:
We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if suitable candidates are found.
Only shortlisted candidates will be invited for the next recruitment phase
Any successful candidate will be subject to a pre-employment background investigation.
Qualified Females are advised to apply
IWAYEC is an Equal Opportunity Employer
