GBV Programme Officer (Individual Consultant)

Job Posting Organization:
The United Nations Population Fund (UNFPA) is the lead UN agency focused on sexual and reproductive health and rights, aiming to ensure that every pregnancy is wanted, every childbirth is safe, and every young person's potential is fulfilled. Established in 1969, UNFPA operates in over 150 countries and territories, employing thousands of staff members dedicated to improving the lives of women and girls worldwide. The organization is committed to advancing gender equality and empowering women and girls, particularly in the context of humanitarian crises. UNFPA's strategic plan for 2022-2025 emphasizes the importance of addressing preventable maternal deaths, unmet family planning needs, and gender-based violence, while also adapting to demographic changes and the impacts of the COVID-19 pandemic. UNFPA's mission is to promote the health and rights of individuals, particularly women and girls, and to ensure that they have access to the necessary resources and support to thrive in their communities.

Job Overview:
The GBV Programme Officer will play a crucial role in enhancing the impact of gender-based violence (GBV) interventions in Myanmar, particularly in humanitarian settings. This position requires a candidate who is not only technically proficient but also passionate about transforming and inspiring others to achieve high-impact results. The officer will work closely with various stakeholders, including UNFPA field offices, implementing partners, and local communities, to ensure the quality implementation and rigorous monitoring of GBV interventions. The role involves providing technical assistance, capacity development, and administrative support to ensure that all GBV programming adheres to established guidelines and best practices. The officer will also be responsible for coordinating efforts across different programs, ensuring an integrated approach to GBV, sexual and reproductive health (SRH), and mental health and psychosocial-support" style="border-bottom: 1px dotted #007bff !important;">psychosocial support (MHPSS) services. This position is vital for sustaining technical excellence and strengthening program delivery in a challenging and dynamic environment.

Duties and Responsibilities:
The GBV Programme Officer will undertake a variety of tasks, including:

• Providing technical assistance to ensure adherence to GBV guiding principles across all UNFPA-supported interventions.
• Collaborating with GBV Programme Analysts to support implementing partners in delivering high-quality GBV case management services.
• Ensuring compliance with IASC GBV Case Management Guidelines at all service delivery points.
• Conducting regular supervision and case reviews with technical staff of implementing partners.
• Integrating GBV, SRH, and MHPSS services effectively within the program framework.
• Facilitating capacity-building initiatives for implementing partners and ensuring alignment with inter-agency guidelines.
• Conducting assessments of current GBV interventions to ensure quality programming.
• Collaborating with IP focal points to plan and conduct safety audits and focus group discussions with beneficiaries.
• Preparing donor reports and internal situation reports to keep stakeholders informed. 1
• Representing UNFPA in key technical coordination bodies and actively participating in MHPSS coordination structures. 1
• Monitoring and evaluating the implementation status of GBV programs and preparing periodic reports. 1
• Collating and drafting good practices and human interest stories related to GBV programming.

Required Qualifications:
The ideal candidate for the GBV Programme Officer position should possess the following qualifications:

• Advanced university degree (Master's degree or equivalent) in social sciences, psychology, social work, law, gender studies, human rights, or related fields.
• A minimum of 2 years of progressive humanitarian experience, particularly in program management.
• Experience in conducting training or facilitating capacity-building initiatives.
• Demonstrated knowledge of protection concerns in humanitarian settings and the ability to implement context-specific prevention and response actions.
• Strong organizational skills and the ability to work independently and collaboratively with multiple stakeholders in a fast-paced environment.
• Understanding of confidentiality, data safety, and ethical concerns related to sensitive data sharing.

Educational Background:
Candidates must have an advanced university degree (Master's degree or equivalent) in relevant fields such as social sciences, psychology, social work, law, gender studies, human rights, or related disciplines. This educational background is essential for understanding the complexities of gender-based violence and the necessary interventions to address it effectively.

Experience:
The position requires a minimum of 2 years of progressive experience in humanitarian settings, particularly in program management. Candidates should have experience in conducting training or facilitating capacity-building initiatives, as well as a demonstrated understanding of protection concerns in humanitarian contexts. The ability to work independently and collaboratively with various stakeholders is crucial, as is the capacity to manage multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment.

Languages:
Proficiency in English and Myanmar languages is mandatory for this position. Additionally, fluency in other ethnic languages such as Shan, Karen, Kachin, or Rohingya is considered an asset, as it enhances communication and engagement with diverse communities in Myanmar.

Additional Notes:
This consultancy assignment is full-time for a duration of 11 months, commencing on the contract start date. The consultant will be based at the UNFPA Country Office in Yangon, with field missions as required, depending on security" style="border-bottom: 1px dotted #007bff !important;">security conditions. The position may involve travel to field locations where UNFPA partners operate, based on requests and needs. UNFPA promotes a work environment that reflects values of gender equality, diversity, and integrity, and encourages applications from individuals of diverse backgrounds, including women, LGBTQIA+ community members, minority ethnic groups, indigenous populations, and persons with disabilities. Reasonable accommodations may be provided to applicants with disabilities upon request to support their participation in the recruitment process.