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Background of IRC:

The International Rescue Committee (IRC) helps people whose lives and livelihoods are shattered by conflict and disaster to survive, recover, and gain control of their future. Founded in 1933 at the request of Albert Einstein, the IRC works with people forced to flee from war, conflict and disaster and the host communities that support them, as well as with those who remain within their homes and communities. At-work today in over 40 countries and 22 U.S. cities, we restore safety, dignity and hope to millions who are uprooted and struggling to endure. IRC leads the way from harm to home. Began work in Ethiopia, 1999 in response to severe drought that happened in Ethiopia’s Somali region. Currently, providing assistance in ten different regions implementing emergency and development programs in health, water and sanitation, economic recovery and development (ERD), women’s protection and empowerment, education, child protection, and multi-sectoral emergency response. 

The IRC has a focus on narrowing the gender gap in humanitarian aid and ensuring that we contribute to gender equality, diversity, and inclusion in both our programs and operations by working to establish a context where our clients (including those from minority groups) enjoy the same rights and opportunities as well as an equal access to services. The IRC also has a strong commitment to creating an equitable and inclusive culture, where safeguarding is upheld in our workplace and programs. We are determined to protect our clients and staff from safeguarding violations through prevention and, where misconduct is alleged, to address it without fear or favor.

Job Overview/Summary: 

The IRC WPE Manager, under the line management from the Field Coordinator and Technical support from the WPE Coordinator in Addis, the WPE manager will be responsible for the management of WPE programs- response and prevention programming in Gambela region. He/she will provide program leadership and technical back stopping to WPE staff in activities Luakdong refugee camp, Matar (Gade and Tormorok) reception camps, and Muon transit site. S/he will ensure the goals and objectives of the program are met by providing technical oversight to all WPE staff in the field office with emphasis on coaching staff and strengthening their skills. The WPE Manager is responsible for promoting IRC strategies, providing regular technical oversight, guidance, and monitoring, both on-site in meeting the needs of target clients as well as actively promoting PSEA (Prevention of Sexual Exploitation and Abuse) standards.

Major responsibilities include: 

Program Planning 

• Work closely with the field coordinator and WPE Coordinator to understand program goals and to meet expectations. 
• Contribute to ongoing assessments and analyses to better understand protection risks, to map points of service for survivors of GBV and vulnerable individuals and identify support structures. 
• Analyze trends of GBV and suggest ways to develop/adjust program strategies to meet needs. 
• Contribute to program design and the preparation of concept notes and proposals, providing necessary field information/ data. 
• Prepare workable activity, spending and consolidated procurement plans for all active grants WPE program Jijiga  field office. 
• Actively work on project proposal development and multi-purpose need assessment by effectively identified the WPE program gaps at refugee camp, and reception and transit site and host community  IDP site with field-based program team and develop the firsthand project proposal and shared with Addis WPE technical unit for comment

Program Implementation and Capacity Development 

• Provide technical support to and technically oversee the implementation of program activities with partners and staff. 
• Coordinate and facilitate the development, implementation, and monitoring of the project work plan, including budget and results framework. 
• Support and coordinate delivery of the day-to-day project activities to ensure prompt and adequate delivery of results. 
• Work with staff and implementing partners to ensure reports and assigned resources are used in accordance with quality and transparent standards. 
• Contribute to information-sharing and data management systems. 
• Compile monthly and quarterly reports, on time and with accurate data. 
• Identify opportunities for capacity building of partners and facilitate technical/ programming support and training to partners, as needed. 
• Work with teams to develop appropriate prevention and awareness-raising/behavior change strategies. 
• Support WPE staff to become leaders of GBV prevention and response. Depending on skill sets and required roles, training may include gender, guiding principles of addressing GBV, GBV case management, referral pathway development, compassionate care, facilitation skills, mobilization, project cycle management, etc. 
• Participate in all relevant Results Groups meetings as delegated by the immediate supervisor. 
• Any other duties as directed by IRC management and Programmed supervisors. 

Coordination 

• Coordinate with local and international NGOs, government, UN agencies  and other stakeholders to ensure holistic support for survivors, including participation in strengthening referral pathways. 
• Actively participate in regional Protection Cluster, GBV/CP AoR, PSEA Network, and Gender Technical Working Group meetings and participate in Inter agency meetings 
• Ensure maximum visibility of IRC and relevant donors and NGO community. 
• Contribute to the positive image and overall credibility of the organization, notably through the application of the organization’s Code of Conduct  

Monitoring, Evaluation and Reporting 

• Provide technical inputs to the monitoring and reporting system as well as evaluation of the Programme/ project in coordination with M&E teams. 
• Conduct frequent field visits to supervise, coordinate and monitor field level activities of programme 
• Produce reports on monitoring missions, Programme results, outputs, and outcomes. 
• Provide substantive inputs to the preparation of donor and IRC reports. 
• Support in the development of reports, proposals, case studies and other relevant documentation.  

Advocacy, Knowledge, and communication 

• Provide substantive inputs to knowledge management strategies, activities, and products. 
• Coordinate and support the organization of advocacy activities and campaigns events, trainings, workshops, and knowledge products. 
• Work with the IRC Communication teams to ensure results, success stories and best practices from the programme are captured and widely shared.  

Human Resources Management 

• Assist in the selection, training, and support of qualified program staff. 
• Develop support strategies for staff and introduce principles of self-care. 
• Do midyear check in and year end prefinance evaluation and feedback for his/her direct report 

Financial Management 

• Develop work, spending and procurement plans in line with IRC’s financial policies. 
• Do regular BVA analyses and track spending along project deliverables along action points 
• Work with Finance and supply chain to procure supplies within program budgets. 
• Monitor budget implementation and coordinate budget re-alignments/ revisions, as necessary. 
• Ensure compliance with donor financial regulations.  

Security 

• Ensure compliance with security protocols and policies. 
• Consider security implications of all program activities, reviewing all new initiatives with national/ field staff and community leaders and social workers or volunteer. 
• Any other duties and responsibilities that can be given by immediate and technical supervisors.

Safeguarding Responsibilities: - 

• Promote and actively participate in initiatives and efforts to build team engagement, inclusion and cohesion in IRC [team/office]
• Foster ongoing learning, honest dialogue and reflection to strengthen safeguarding and to promote IRC values and adherence to IRC policies

Educational Requirements:

• Master’s degree (or equivalent) in gender studies, Development Studies, Law, Health (MPH) human rights, Clinical and Community Mental health, Public health officer or in other related fields/ BA with significant Psychosocial support and counseling experience and training considered.

Preferred Experience and Skills:

• Three years/Four years of professional work experience for MA and BA respectively 

• Proven Experience in GBV programming in various emergencies and development settings, 

• Proven experience on cross-cutting issues, including field experience on gender equality, women empowerment, and GBV. . 

• Experience in developing, mentoring, and facilitating training courses on GBV, PSEA or related subjects.

• Good understanding of the Humanitarian Situation of the country and international GBV/PSEA practices, tools, and guidelines. 

• Experience in coordinating and liaising with government agencies and/or donors, and participation in Protection Cluster, GBV/CP AoR, PSEA Network meetings is an asset. 

• Experience in Grant management and monitoring. 

• At least two years of program management experience 

• Demonstrated leadership, communication, and facilitation skills. 

• Proven experience in proposal design, development and writing skills, including donor reporting. •       Excellent interpersonal and problem-solving skills and flexibility 

• Excellent computer skills: MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint 

Language Skills:

• Excellent written and verbal communication in English, Amharic, and ability to speak local language is advantageous.

How To Apply

Candidates meeting the above qualifications are encouraged to apply only through the below IRC On-line recruitment website: 

IRC Career Site: https://theirc.wd1.myworkdayjobs.com/External_Careers/job/Gambella-Ethiopia/Women-Protection-and-Empowerment--WPE--Manager_JR00000477

Please include 3 references from current and former employers.

Applications will not be returned. IRC discourages phone calls or personal visits.

Only applicants meeting the minimum qualification will be short listed and contacted.

Female candidates are highly encouraged to apply.

Your application letter/cover letter must include the following information. 

• Name of the position you have applied for 

• Date of application 

• Summary of  your qualifications and experience 

• Motivation/objective of why you have applied for the job

• Permanent Address and present address (if different from permanent) and telephone number if possible also email address 

• Disclose any family relationships with existing IRC employees. 

IRC is an equal employment opportunity employer.  IRC considers all applicants on the basis of merit without regard to race, sex, color, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, age, marital status or disability.

IRC strives to build a diverse and inclusive team at all levels who as individuals, and as a group, embody our culture statement creating a working environment characterized by critical reflection, power sharing, debate, and objectivity for us to achieve our aspirations as a team and deliver the best possible services to our clients. 

Professional Standards: The IRC and IRC workers must adhere to the values and principles outlined in IRC Way - Standards for Professional Conduct. These are Integrity, Service, and Accountability. In accordance with these values, the IRC operates and enforces policies on Beneficiary Protection from Exploitation and Abuse, Child Safeguarding, Anti Workplace Harassment, Fiscal Integrity Anti-Retaliation and Combating Trafficking in Persons

Gender Equality: IRC is committed to narrowing the gender gap in leadership positions. We offer benefits that provide an enabling environment for women to participate in our workforce including parental leave, gender-sensitive security protocols, and other supportive benefits and allowances