Gender-Based Violence (GBV) Officer at Center for Advocacy Transparency and Accountability Initiative (CATAI)

Center for Advocacy, Transparency and Accountability Initiative (CATAI) was established in 2018 as a registered NGO with Head Office in Maiduguri - Borno State, and with offices across Yobe and Adamawa States. We have been visible in Borno Adamawa and Yobe states implementing projects in Education, Protection (Child /GBV), WaSH, Nutrition, Empowerment/Livelihood, Governance and Peace Building. Our approach is aligned with our mission to enhance services delivery and empower citizens, through our Humanitarian, Development, and peace building nexus (HDP).

We are recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Title: Gender-Based Violence (GBV) Officer

Location: Gwoza, Borno (Roving)
Employment Type: Contract
Position Reports to:GVB Programs Coordinator
Position directly supervises:GBV Assistant/Protection Assistant

Project Background

• The Center for Advocacy, Transparency, and Accountability Initiative (CATAI) is established in 2018 as a registered NGO with a head office in Maiduguri - Borno State, with offices across Yobe and Adamawa states.
• We have been visible in Borno, Adamawa, and Yobe states implementing projects in education, protection (child/GBV), WaSH, nutrition, empowerment/livelihood, Governance and peacebuilding.
• Our approach is aligned with our mission to enhance services delivery and empower citizens, through our Humanitarian, Development, and peace building nexus (HDP).
• In conflict-affected Borno State, Nigeria, women, men, girls, and boys, including children living with disabilities, face compounded challenges amidst escalating violence and instability.
• The prevalence of child protection (CP) issues and gender-based violence (GBV) is alarmingly high, exacerbated by displacement, poverty, and disrupted social structures.
• Reports indicate widespread instances of child protection concerns, including forced labor and recruitment by armed groups, further compromising the safety and well-being of children.
• The project aims to address these gaps by strengthening community-based child protection and GBV prevention systems, improving access to inclusive education and economic opportunities, enhancing communities' capabilities to deliver effective services, and creating a more supportive social and policy environment through awareness activities and advocacy.

Responsibilities
Program Support:

• Oversee the implementation and quality of GBV prevention and response activities across all operational sites.
• Develop and adapt Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), guidelines, and tools for GBV teams in line with Protection global standards and national protocols.
• Collaborate with Project Managers and GBV Supervisors to ensure the technical quality of GBV activities.
• Facilitate the integration of GBV services into broader health and protection programs, ensuring a holistic approach to service delivery.

Capacity Building:

• Development and delivery of training programs for GBV staff, community stakeholders, and partners.
• Provide continuous technical support and mentoring to GBV teams to strengthen their skills and knowledge.

Monitoring and Evaluation:

• Analyze data and feedback from the field to identify gaps and areas for improvement in GBV service delivery.
• Ensure regular reporting on the quality and impact of GBV interventions.

Supervision and Reporting:

• Conduct regular field visits to GBV activities, providing on-site guidance and feedback to local teams.
• Conduct regular supervision and prepare detailed reports on GBV activities, challenges, and successes for internal and external stakeholders.
• Ensure the principle of ‘Do No Harm’ is observed and upheld in all the engagements
• Produce monthly data and regular narrative reports of cases managed in collaboration with the senior GBV coordinator (line manager) and the M&E officers.
• Provide weekly case updates to the GBV coordinator, including new cases identified, number of referrals, cases closed, and follow-ups.
• Ensure the principle of safety and confidentiality of beneficiaries’ data is upheld.
• Submit intake forms to M&E officers to ensure a proper database of cases and analysis of reported cases.
• Participate in biweekly supervision meetings with GBV/PSS Officers
• Maintain positive coordination and relationships with other partners at the field level
• Supports training for GBV Caseworkers
• Facilitate the setting up of an information desk at the women's and girls' safe spaces where adolescents and women of reproductive age can access sexual reproductive health information.
• Contribute within the WGSS to the identification of at-risk girls, boys, and women and ensure proper documentation.
• Support GBV at-risk individuals or survivors by referring them when necessary and in respect of their

Requirements

• Degree in relevant field (Social Work, Development Studies, Humanitarian Affairs, Gender Studies, or any other related disciplines).
• 3 - 4 years of professional experience in humanitarian settings, including at least 2 years of directly working with survivors of GBV using a survivor-centered and multi-sectoral approach.
• 2 - 3 years of experience working with health focus organization is an asset
• Excellent knowledge of international standards and guidelines on GBV in humanitarian settings and ability to implement GBV response in accordance with the guidelines.
• Demonstrated ability to assess, supervise, and coordinate technical work in GBV prevention and response in humanitarian and recovery settings.
• Experience working in the North-east and North-West Nigeria is highly desirable
• Experience with capacity building of local partners and SMOH staffs.
• Strong computer skills (Excel, Microsoft, PowerPoint and Outlook)
• Fluency in local language is an added advantage (written and spoken)
• Strong interpersonal skills and demonstrated ability to establish effective working relations with staff and other stakeholders.

Skills:

• Only in identifying problems but also in suggesting and implementing solutions
• Individual and group training skills in GBV
• Ability to take initiative, work independently, and foster a team environment.
• Strong organizational, oral and written communication and coordination skills.
• Excellent report-writing skills.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Good sense of diplomacy and understanding of international global political issues.
• Ability to work with people, good judgment, and commitment to CATAI mission and programming standards.
• Strong coordination, networking skills, and the ability to constructively engage with a variety of stakeholders (INGOs, local partners, government officials, community leaders, etc.).
• Because of the nature of CATAI’s work, working hours may be irregular, and employees are expected to be flexible in their approach to working hours under emergency conditions.
• He/she works under the operational supervision of the GBV Coordinator
• Must have experience with operationalizing GBV principles; Human Rights Law, Humanitarian principles and other relevant international standards in a humanitarian aid setting;
• Well versed in Core Humanitarian Standards (CHS).
• Disciplined, organized, respecting deadlines, adapting to a multicultural work environment, tolerance, and respecting CATAI’s core values.
• Ability to enhance good interpersonal relationships.
• Good knowledge and application of Microsoft Word, Excel, and Power Point.

Application Closing Date
16th December, 2024.

How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should:
Click here to apply online

Policy Statements

• CATAI does not charge any fee to facilitate any recruitment process. Center for Advocacy Transparency and Accountability Initiative (CATAI) operates in an equal opportunity environment and has policies that actively encourage gender equality, diversity, and social inclusion, Child Safeguarding, Adolescents and Youth Initiatives, PSEA, GBV, VAC, and Fraud.
• Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis and only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

Note

• Our employees enjoy a work culture that promotes diversity and inclusion
• CATAI provides Equal Employment Opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age, disability or genetics.
• Other benefits include but are not limited to 100% health care coverage, Pension, maternity leave, and paternity leave for Male parents.