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: Program Manager
Location: Maiduguri, Borno State
Reports to: Executive Director
JOB SUMMARY
The Program manager will be responsible for the overall implementation of the GBV, MHPSS and child protection prevention/outreach activities implemented as part of the GBV program in Borno State. This includes, but is not limited to: mobilizing communities to develop and implement strategies to prevent GBV, Child protection cases and secure a thriving environment for survivors of GBV and Child protection; implementation of outreach/community awareness raising activities; implementation of evidence-based GBV prevention approaches and, the direct supervision of community outreach volunteers
SPECIFIC RESPONSIBILITIES
The responsibilities of the program manager include but not limited to the following:
Program Development and Implementation:
- Coordinate and Utilize participatory methodology and adult education techniques to assist communities in developing community-driven prevention and response plans.
- With community input, develop community education methods which many include workshops, drama, games, debates, poster contests, youth clubs, and other creative methods.
- Organize trainings and sensitization sessions for women’s groups, men’s groups, youth groups, community leaders, religious leaders, local authorities, NGOs/CSOs on GBV issues.
- 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 approaches ( Build capacity of IWAYEC staff on EMAP curriculum, etc.
- Supervise the facilitation of school activities and other outreach activities.
- Encourage greater self-reliance among school children.
- Promote involvement of boys.
- Communicate with the program manager on program progress, constraints, training needs identified and other matters pertaining to the operations of the GBV program.
- Work with the GBV Manager 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 and Child Protection Officers .
- Support the orientation, on-going development/training and capacity building of staff as required.
- Responsible for writing Donor monthly and quarterly report Responsible for staff capacity building and training opportunities.
- 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 IWAYEC.
- Adhere to IWAYEC procedures in preparing the necessary documentation for procuring training approval, materials, and payments for vendors, reporting etc,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.
- Responsible for IWAYEC performance appraisal and growth Other:
- Refrain from making false and unrealistic promises and commitments to the beneficiaries and work in the best interest of the IWAYEC Program.
- Foster a team spirit among IWAYEC 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 IWAYEC GBV program
QUALIFICATION, EXPERIENCE AND SKILLS
The ideal candidates should have
- University degree in social Sciences, Human Rights law, Gender, Development,
Psychology, Social Work or a Gender related program;
- Willingness to travel to field locations and to spend time.
- Advanced understanding of the root causes of child Protection issues and violence against women and girls.
- Experience in implementing and facilitating GBV prevention curriculums.
- Strong background in human rights and familiarity with practical challenges faced by displaced and other vulnerable persons,
- Experience conducting assessments and a willingness to help plan assessments;
- Commitment to supporting quality programs through promotion and integration of protection principles in project work in line with international best practices (meeting or exceeding minimum standards);
- Interest in building staff capacity via trainings, resource development, shadow visits, etc.;
- Ability and willingness to maintain regular presence at project sites (including all outreach and school/community center locations);
- Proven experience in humanitarian action and in fragile contexts
- 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.
- Proven ability to work and live in very basic living conditions in deep field locations.
- Ability to work under pressure, with minimal supervision.
Application Closing Date 29th September, 2022.
Method of Application
Interested and qualified candidates should CLICK HERE TO APPLY 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
