RefuSHE Gender-Based Violence Training Officer - Jobs in Kenya

RefuSHE Gender-Based Violence Training Officer - Jobs in Kenya



The Opportunity

RefuSHE is requesting expressions of interest from qualified applicants for a GBV Training Officer position to be based in Nairobi to support an anticipated 2-year grant.

The anticipated grant would enhance refugee communities’ capacity for child protection and gender-based violence prevention and response and reduce the reliance of refugee communities on humanitarian organizations to address protection needs at the community level.

The program is anticipated to be implemented across six sites within Nairobi County. The program is expected to start in September 2022. The filling of this position is contingent upon successful grant award and funding.

The Gender Based Violence (GBV) Training Officer would be responsible for all capacity building trainings related to gender-based violence prevention and response.

S/he should be an experienced technical expert in gender-based violence prevention and response, and be comfortable leading trainings to community-based organizations and other community level structures.

S/he should have ample experience leading capacity building trainings, developing curriculum, and working on training-focused programming.


Key Responsibilities & Duties

Lead all program training activities to community-based structures related to gender-based violence prevention and response

  • Develop high quality training curriculum on GBV

  • Participate in and/or lead community events that create awareness of or address GBV

  • Lead the capacity building assessment for community-based structures as it relates to GBV understanding, knowledge, and gaps

  • Coordinate across teams and organizations to develop and implement GBV training schedule

  • Provide technical assistance as new gaps in GBV understanding emerge among community-based structures

  • Participate in periodic, multi-disciplinary program reviews to identify challenges, opportunities, and needs of the program as it relates to GBV training and knowledge sharing

  • Support the adherence to relevant monitoring and compliance mechanisms, including SOPs, contribution to the PSEA monthly reports

  • Any other lawful duties as assigned by your supervisor.

    Candidate Profile

    Key Qualifications


  • Bachelor’s degree in social work or other relevant field from a recognized and reputable institution is required

  • At least 3 – 5 years of direct experience in gender-based violence prevention and response

  • Demonstrated and significant experience in capacity building and/or
    training at the community level

  • Must have experience developing training curriculum and manuals

  • Demonstrated experience working across teams, departments, and organizations to schedule and implement activities

  • Comfortable and experienced working in fast-paced environments with tight timelines and little room for error

  • Proficient in program data collection

  • Experience working with highly vulnerable populations is required; experience working with refugees, conflict and post-conflict communities is an added advantage.

  • Ability to remain flexible in a dynamic environment.

  • Strong writing abilities for training manuals

  • Detail oriented, high energy, and strongly self-driven

  • Commitment to RefuSHE’s safeguarding and other policies on child protection

    Apply

    Application Procedure


    Qualified and interested applicants are advised to send their applications that should include a cover letter and CV to hr@refushe.org by 17th Aug 2022 close of business.

    Applicants must quote the position title ‘GBV Training Officer’ in the email subject.
    Copies of credentials and other relevant certificates will not be required at this early stage of application but in the next steps.

    Applications should be addressed to:

    HR & Administration Manager
    RefuSHE
    P.O. Box 63192-00619, Nairobi


    Note that this position will only be filled should the anticipated grant be awarded.
    In the case of an award, shortlisting and interviews for the position will begin as soon as the award is confirmed, and immediate placement would be expected once a suitable candidate is identified.

    We appreciate all applications received however, please note that only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

    Any questions regarding this position will be answered if one is shortlisted for the interview.

    For more information and job application details, see; RefuSHE Gender-Based Violence Training Officer - Jobs in Kenya



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