Program Description (Background)
To help meet increasing needs related to escalating violence, International Medical Corps launched its first VAWG prevention and response program in Sudan in 2024. We work with three local partners, two of which are women-led organizations, to provide comprehensive services for survivors of violence and to strengthen support and protection for those at risk of violence. International Medical Corps recognizes the importance of individualized, survivor-centered care, including case management, psychosocial support and safe referral to health services. The VAWG team works closely with the Health, Nutrition, WASH, and MHPSS teams to integrate activities, mitigate risks and strengthen referrals to the GBV team and ensure access to other lifesaving services, such as clinical management of rape (CMR). The team also works closely with community leaders and local groups, such as mother-to-mother support groups and women’s and youth committees, to address harmful attitudes and promote support for survivors. In coordination with the sub-cluster working group, we lead efforts to strengthen the response to VAWG, including implementing a Darfur states focused case management capacity- building initiatives with dedicated coaching and mentoring team targeting with local organizations across the country and working alongside IMC’s service delivery teams.
The selected GBV Coordinator will be key to the continued capacity building and training of staff and partners. S/he will be based in Zalingei, Central Darfur with frequent travel to program sites in West, Central, and South Darfur as well as Blue Nile and Khartoum.
The current landscape of the GBV response in Sudan—comprising of life saving health services and CMR, case management, safe referrals, and PSS—is vital. Few partners offer consistent and present GBV case management in line with minimum standards, while many frontline workers lack training in survivor-centered care, safe referrals, and the use of cash assistance for GBV response. Key concerns include the absence of private spaces or safe community entry points, trained and regularly supervised caseworkers and PSS staff, a lack of trained female clinical staff, and consistent access to dignity and CMR kits, all compounded by supply chain issues, movement challenges, and weak coordination.
Job Description
JOB SUMMARY
The GBV Coordinator is responsible for senior oversight of multiple GBV programs, or a large program with multiple sites of operation. This role includes strategic planning, technical leadership, capacity building, support and supervision of staff, senior internal and external coordination and representation, proposal development and reporting.
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential function with or without reasonable accommodation:
MAIN TASKS AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Strategic Planning
• Provide strategic direction and undertake analysis of GBV trends, gaps in services, and IMC’s capacities to guide IMC’s programming in country
• Contribute to national and inter-agency strategies
• Lead GBV assessments as required, maximizing available sources of information and opportunities for coordination, and ensuring compliance with safety and ethical standards
• Identify and build strategic partnerships with national and local partners
• Ensure that programs are driven by women and girls and planned with community stakeholders
• Identify appropriate locations and orientation for services
• Develop concept notes/proposals/appeals as needed
Implementation and Capacity Building
• Work closely with GBV Technical Advisor, country level senior management, and program team to achieve program goals
• Ensure adherence to IMC’s GBV Minimum Standards, as well as relevant inter-agency guidelines and standards
• Oversee program interventions, including the establishment and delivery of focused GBV response services
• Build capacity of program staff/partners in relevant technical areas to deliver services and lead interventions
• Organize/support/facilitate technical trainings as needed, including GBV case management and clinical response to rape and intimate partner violence
• Establish and monitor supervision and support systems for GBV case management services
• Establish and maintain appropriate systems for information management
• Ensure effective community participation throughout implementation, including leadership of women and girls
• Oversee appropriate prevention and awareness-raising/behavior change strategies
• Conduct regular program monitoring and quality assurance and apply learning for continuous improvement of interventions
• Produce regular program reports, on time and with accurate data
Senior Coordination, Representation and Advocacy
• Coordinate with other service providers to ensure holistic support for survivors, including participation in strengthening GBV SOPs and referral pathways
• Represent IMC’s GBV programming in relevant coordination meetings and with a range of stakeholders
• Contribute to inter-agency efforts to strengthen GBV prevention and response through active participation in coordination mechanisms and promotion of sector principles, standards, and guidelines
• Coordinate with, and build capacity of, other sectors as possible to ensure integration of GBV concerns into various services and broader humanitarian response
• Advocate as necessary with relevant authorities, humanitarian actors, donors, and other stakeholders
Human Resources Management
• Select and orient program staff/volunteers/partners for effective implementation
• Support, coach and supervise staff to build capacity and strengthen quality of interventions
• Develop support strategies for staff, foster teambuilding, and introduce principles of self-care
• Provide supportive and constructive feedback, and conduct regular performance appraisals
Financial Management
• Develop work plans in line with financial pipelines
• Plan and procure supplies required for program activities, in line with budget and project timelines
• Ensure compliance with donor regulations
Security and Conduct
• Ensure compliance with security protocols and policies
• Consider security implications of programs, reviewing plans with teams and appropriate stakeholders
• Foster a safe and supportive working environment for all GBV staff/volunteers/partners
• Exemplify core principles of GBV programming, including respect, non-discrimination, responsible use of power, nonviolence, and promotion of gender equality
• Contribute to the positive image and overall credibility of the program and organization, notably through adherence to the Code of Conduct and Ethics, including compliance with anti-harassment, safeguarding and PSEA policies
Perform other duties as assigned. The duties and responsibilities listed in this document are representative of the nature and level of work assigned and not necessarily all inclusive.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
• Typically a Bachelor’s Degree in social work, public health, international development, gender studies, or related field. Equivalent combination of relevant education and experience may be substituted as appropriate.
• Typically, 8+ years’ and progressive experience in GBV related projects, including minimum 5 years of GBV program design and management, and 1 year of international humanitarian experience
• Demonstrated application of GBV core competencies and commitment to core principles of GBV programming
• Relevant regional experience preferred
• Experience with humanitarian architecture and knowledge of mandates/roles of donors, UN agencies, and other NGOs
• Strong knowledge of standards and guidelines for GBV programming, coordination, and data management
• Knowledge of standards and guidance related to protection from SEA
• Experience with GBV case management services
• Facilitation experience required
• Supervisory experience required
• Experience working with local partners and community mobilization preferred
• Profound cross-cultural awareness
• Ability to exercise sound judgment, remain flexible, and apply experience and guidance to evolving challenges
• Strong communication skills, both oral and written
Additional Technical or Language Requirements
Basic Arabic an advantage but not required.
Willingness and ability to travel at least 70% of the time between operational areas
Ability to adapt to basic living conditions.
Code of Conduct
As applicable to this position, an individual must promote and encourage a culture of compliance and ethics throughout the organization and maintain a clear understanding of International Medical Corps’ and donor compliance and ethics standards and adheres to those standards. Staff are also responsible for preventing violations to our Code of Conduct and Ethics, which may involve Conflicts of Interest, Fraud, Corruption or Harassment. If you see, hear or are made aware of any violations to the Code of Conduct and Ethics or Safeguarding Policy, you have an obligation to report. If this is a supervisory position, one must set an example of ethical behavior through one’s own conduct and oversight of the work of others; ensure that those who report to you have sufficient knowledge and resources to follow the standards outlined in the Code of Conduct & Ethics; monitor compliance of the people you supervise; enforce the Code of Conduct & Ethics and International Medical Corps’ policies, including the Safeguarding Policy and the Protection from Harassment, Bullying and Sexual Misconduct in the Workplace Policy, consistently and fairly; support employees who in good faith raise questions or concerns.
Safeguarding
It is all staff shared responsibility and obligation to safeguard and protect populations with whom we work, including adults who may be particularly vulnerable and children. This includes safeguarding from the following conduct by our staff or partners: sexual exploitation and abuse; exploitation, neglect, or abuse of children, adults at risk, or LGBTI individuals; and any form of trafficking in persons.
Equal Opportunities
International Medical Corps is proud to provide equal employment opportunities to all employees and qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national or ethnic origin, age, disability or status as a veteran.
Misconduct Disclosure Scheme
All offers of employment at International Medical Corps are subject to satisfactory references and background checks. International Medical Corps participates in the Inter-Agency Misconduct Disclosure Scheme from the Steering Committee for Humanitarian Response (SCHR). In accordance with this, we will request information from an applicant’s 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. By submitting an application, the job applicant confirms his/her understanding of these recruitment procedures.
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