GBV Working Group Coordinator

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Position Title: GBV Working Group Coordinator
Location: Beirut
Country: Lebanon
Deadline Date:

Job Details

Job Posting Organization:
The job posting organization is UNFPA (United Nations Population Fund), which is a leading UN agency focused on reproductive health and rights, gender equality, and population issues. Established in 1969, UNFPA operates in over 150 countries and territories, working to ensure that every pregnancy is wanted, every childbirth is safe, and every young person's potential is fulfilled. The organization is committed to promoting gender equality and empowering women and girls, particularly in humanitarian contexts where they face heightened risks of violence and exploitation. UNFPA's mission is to deliver a world where every pregnancy is wanted, every childbirth is safe, and every young person's potential is fulfilled, emphasizing the importance of comprehensive sexual and reproductive health services and gender-based violence prevention and response.

Job Overview:
The GBV Working Group Coordinator position is crucial for addressing gender-based violence (GBV) in Lebanon, particularly in the context of the ongoing humanitarian crisis. The coordinator will work under the supervision of the international program coordinator and closely with the UNFPA GBV programme specialist to facilitate and coordinate multi-sectoral, inter-agency GBV interventions. This role involves strategic planning, capacity development, advocacy, and information management to ensure effective GBV prevention and response programming. The coordinator will engage with various stakeholders, including NGOs, government partners, UN agencies, and community organizations, to address the needs of vulnerable populations, including Lebanese citizens, displaced Syrians, Palestinian refugees, and migrants. The position requires a strong understanding of the humanitarian context in Lebanon, particularly the security" style="border-bottom: 1px dotted #007bff !important;">security challenges and the impact of the ongoing conflict on vulnerable groups, especially women and girls.

Duties and Responsibilities:
The GBV Coordinator's duties include building and sustaining partnerships with various stakeholders, facilitating the implementation of Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), and developing strategic plans for GBV prevention and response. The coordinator will strengthen inter-agency coordination by promoting communication between national and sub-national GBV coordination groups and ensuring a standardized response to GBV. They will also advocate for resources and mobilize support for inter-agency GBV activities, coach GBV coordinators at the sub-national level, and provide technical support for advocacy and policy development. Additionally, the coordinator will engage in information management by analyzing secondary data on GBV trends, conducting assessments, and training partners on GBV incident reporting. Administrative duties include writing monthly reports documenting progress against work plan outputs and other required tasks.

Required Qualifications:
Candidates must possess an advanced master's degree in social work, social sciences, public health, international relations, law" style="border-bottom: 1px dotted #007bff !important;">international law, human rights, or a related field. They should have at least 7 years of experience working on gender-based violence, with a minimum of 4 years at the international level, preferably in a humanitarian context. Experience in leading inter-agency coordination mechanisms and knowledge of GBV in humanitarian settings are essential. Candidates should also demonstrate familiarity with humanitarian emergency operations and the roles of key humanitarian actors, as well as experience in designing and managing GBV programs.

Educational Background:
An advanced master's degree in social work or other social sciences, public health, community health, international relations, international law, human rights, or a related field is required for this position. This educational background is crucial for understanding the complexities of gender-based violence and the necessary interventions in humanitarian contexts.

Experience:
The position requires a minimum of 7 years of experience working on gender-based violence, with at least 4 years at the international level, preferably in a humanitarian context. Candidates should have experience leading inter-agency coordination mechanisms and a demonstrable understanding of how GBV manifests in humanitarian settings. Knowledge of humanitarian emergency operations and the roles of key humanitarian actors is also necessary, along with experience in designing and managing GBV programs.

Languages:
Proficiency in English is required for this position. Knowledge of other UN languages, particularly French and Arabic, is considered an asset. This linguistic capability is important for effective communication and coordination with diverse stakeholders in the humanitarian response.

Additional Notes:
This position offers an attractive remuneration package, including a competitive net salary, health insurance, and other benefits as applicable. UNFPA promotes a work environment that reflects values of gender equality, diversity, integrity, and a healthy work-life balance. The organization encourages applications from women, individuals from the LGBTQIA+ community, minority ethnic groups, indigenous populations, persons with disabilities, and other underrepresented groups. The selection and appointment process may be subject to background checks, medical clearance, and other administrative requirements. UNFPA does not charge any fees in connection with the application or recruitment process.