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Terms of Reference (ToR) – Gender-Based Violence (GBV) Project Officer

• Position Title: GBV Project Officer
• Location: East Imey, Shabelle Zone, Ethiopia
• Duration: (September 1, 2025 – December 31, 2025)
• Report to: GBV Program Manager/Project Lead
• Starting Date: August 11, 2025
• Applications Deadline: August 17, 2025

Organization: Women Development and Reliance Organization (WDRO)

1. Background:

The Women Development and Reliance Organization (WDRO) is committed to promoting gender equality and addressing gender-based violence (GBV) through prevention and response programs. This project aims to provide holistic support to survivors of GBV, raise awareness, and strengthen community-based protection mechanisms. The GBV Project Officer will support the implementation of the project by overseeing activities, coordinating stakeholders, and ensuring effective and timely delivery of services.

2. Job Purpose:

The GBV Project Officer will be responsible for the day-to-day management, implementation, and monitoring of GBV-related activities. The position involves working closely with community members, implementing partners, and other key stakeholders to ensure that the project’s objectives are met, with a strong focus on the safety and dignity of survivors.

3. Key Responsibilities:

Project Implementation:

• Oversee the implementation of GBV project activities, ensuring alignment with program objectives and donor requirements.
• Coordinate community-based awareness campaigns, support services for survivors, and capacity-building activities.
• Ensure that activities adhere to international standards, including the Inter-Agency Standing Committee (IASC) Guidelines and other GBV standards.

Case Management and Survivor Support:

• Provide support to caseworkers and ensure survivors receive timely and appropriate services, including psychosocial support, legal aid, and medical care.
• Monitor case management processes and ensure confidentiality, ethical standards, and quality of services.

Monitoring and Reporting:

• Ensure regular monitoring of project activities and outputs.
• Collect, analyze, and report on data related to GBV incidents, program effectiveness, and lessons learned.
• Prepare and submit regular progress reports for internal and external stakeholders.

Capacity Building:

• Organize training sessions and workshops for local partners, community-based organizations, and relevant stakeholders on GBV prevention and response.
• Develop training materials, tools, and resources tailored to the local context.

Coordination and Partnerships:

• Foster strong working relationships with local government authorities, NGOs, UN agencies, and other key stakeholders involved in GBV prevention and response.
• Ensure timely and effective coordination between sectors and organizations to address cross-cutting issues related to GBV.

Advocacy and Awareness Raising:

• Support the development and dissemination of advocacy materials to raise awareness about GBV and its impact
• Participate in coordination meetings, sectoral working groups, and relevant forums.

Compliance and Accountability:

• Ensure that all activities comply with the organization’s policies and procedures, as well as relevant national and international laws and standards.
• Ensure accountability mechanisms are in place and that beneficiaries can safely provide feedback and complaints.

Qualifications and Skills:

Education:

• Bachelor’s degree in social work, Gender Studies, International Development, Public Health or a related field. A Master’s degree is an asset.

Experience:

• Minimum of 3 years of professional experience in GBV programming, including direct field implementation, preferably in humanitarian or emergency settings.
• Experience in case management, psychosocial support, and community mobilization.

Skills:

• In-depth knowledge of GBV standards and guidelines.
• Strong communication, facilitation, and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work independently and in teams.
• Fluency in [Language(s)], with excellent writing and reporting skills.
• Strong monitoring, evaluation, and analytical skills.

Desirable:

• Experience with donor reporting and grant management.
• Knowledge of local languages and cultural norms.
• Familiarity with data protection and confidentiality protocols.

5. Core Competencies:

• Accountability: Takes ownership of responsibilities and delivers outputs in line with agreed objectives.
• Communication: Conveys information effectively and works collaboratively with others.
• Teamwork: Works effectively within a team and supports a positive team dynamic.
• Problem Solving: Demonstrates sound judgment in addressing challenges and identifying practical solutions.
• Commitment to Learning: Continuously seeks opportunities to learn and develop professionally.

6. Working Conditions:

• The GBV Project Officer will be based in East Imey with occasional travel to project sites as needed.
• The position will require flexibility in working hours to accommodate program activities and urgent needs.