The International Rescue Committee (IRC) is one of the largest humanitarian agencies in the world, providing relief, rehabilitation and post-conflict reconstruction support to victims of oppression and violent conflict. IRC has worked for over seven decades and today is involved in over 25 conflict zones in the world. We address both the immediate, life saving needs of conflict affected people in an emergency and the reconstruction and
developmental needs in post conflict societies. IRC is committed to a culture of bold leadership, innovation in all aspects of our work, creative partnerships and thorough accountability to those we serve. The IRC is an international agency with offices in London, Brussels, New York, and Geneva.
JOB DESCRIPTION:
PROGRAM DESCRIPTION
The goal of the GBV Program in Liberia is to enhance and encourage the ability of the Ministry of Gender and Development and local community structures to prevent and respond to GBV, put GBV issues on the national agenda, and create social change toward safe communities, social justice and equal rights for women and girls in partnership with men and boys. Currently, GBV staff provide case management services for survivors in Lofa, Montserrado, and Nimba counties and work to enhance local capacity to prevent and respond to GBV through awareness-raising, training, and coordination with all actors in close collaboration with the Ministry of Gender. With the recent influx of Ivorian citizens into bordering towns and villages in Nimba, Maryland and Grand Gedeh Counties, the IRC program in collaboration with the UNHCR, LRRRC and other partners provides emergency services to Ivorian women and girls in the camps and host communities in Grand Gedeh and Nimba Counties.
SCOPE OF WORK
This is an opportunity for a highly motivated individual to drive forward IRC’s program focusing on case management and psychosocial support to survivors, making necessary referrals for support for GBV survivors, facilitating coordination amongst GBV actors, and increasing knowledge and awareness within the community about GBV issues.
RESPONSIBILITIES
Case Management & Psychosocial Support
• Provide initial counseling services and refer appropriately in a timely manner.
• Document all GBV cases received, document referrals and provide follow-up as appropriate.
• Provide safe environment space for survivors and other women and girls to feel free to report cases of GBV and seek counsel.
• Work in close collaboration with other agencies for referral i.e. health institutions, camp authorities etc in the site.
• Support survivors as the key player in addressing their needs.
• Provide emergency dignity kits as needed
Outreach & Awareness
• Create awareness on various GBV topics
• Ensure that GBV posters developed in both English and French are posted in key locations including clinics, schools, community centers, public buildings, etc.
• Explain the key GBV messages for the understanding of the local community members.
Coordination
• Represent the GBV sector in location of assignment and play active role in establishing and maintaining coordination of GBV activities.
Reporting
• Provide weekly reports to the Team Leader in a timely manner
• Provide weekly plans to the Team Leader in a timely manner
JOB REQUIREMENT:
REQUIREMENTS
• Minimum of High school graduate( High school Diploma)
• 2 years or more experience in working with local community women groups.
• Training and experience in providing basic counseling
• Good interpersonal relationship.
• Experience in community mobilization and education.
• Good oral and written communication skills in English.
• Ability to live and work in remote areas.
• Fluency in French and Krahn is mandatory
APPLICATION SHOULD BE ADDRESS TO:
To apply: email your CV and Covering Letter to kennedy.devine@liberia.theirc.org or deliver it to the IRC office in Monrovia or Nimba County. Clearly label envelope (Application: Social Worker). Deadline for submission of application is January 20, 2011.
