Programme Analyst, GBViE Temporary

Organizational Setting

The Programme Analyst, GBViE shall be based in Beira, Sofala to support the delivery of UNFPA’s GBV humanitarian response activities in Sofala, Mozambique.  The incumbent will report to the Local Coordinator under the guidance of the Surge GBV Programme Specialist based in Beira and the Humanitarian Response Coordinator based in Maputo.

How you can make a difference:

UNFPA is the lead UN agency for delivering a world where every pregnancy is wanted, every childbirth is safe and every young person’s potential is fulfilled.  UNFPA’s new strategic plan (2018-2021), focuses on three transformative results: to end preventable maternal deaths; end unmet need for family planning; and end gender-based violence and harmful practices.

In a world where fundamental human rights are at risk, we need principled and ethical staff, who embody these international norms and standards, and who will defend them courageously and with full conviction.

UNFPA is seeking candidates that transform, inspire and deliver high impact and sustained results; we need staff who are transparent, exceptional in how they manage the resources entrusted to them and who commit to deliver excellence in programme results.

Job Purpose:

Main Tasks & Responsibilities

You would be responsible for:

The Programme Analyst, GBViE will oversee UNFPA supported GBViE Program interventions in Sofala.  He/She will support GBViE team to design and develop context specific innovative and evidence-based model of GBV specific prevention and response program in line with GBV Guiding principle and UNFPA Minimum Standards for Prevention and Response to Gender-Based Violence in Emergencies. Additionally, she will oversee information collection and advocacy related to GBV and reproductive health gaps and services.

This position technically supports Case Managers and Case Workers in Women Friendly Spaces and SRH facilities under the direct supervision of the Local Coordinator and overall guidance of Humanitarian Response Coordinator. As GBV requires a multi sectored response, the Programme Analyst, GBViE will also be required to encourage smooth communication, collaboration and coordination among partners from the protection, health, legal and psychosocial sectors working to end violence against women and girls.

Major Duties and Responsibilities:

In collaboration with the GBViE team and under the supervision of the Local Coordinator, the Programme Analyst, GBViE will do:

Capacity Development and Supervision:

• Reinforce adherence to the GBV guiding principles throughout all UNFPA supported GBViE Programme activities;
• Mentor & supervise provision of case management psychosocial support services and adolescents and youth programming  in Women Friendly Spaces, SRH facilities and in community level, ensuring regular planning and debriefing sessions with field staff – ensuring staff care is being facilitated and fostering innovative and quality programming;
• Conduct capacity building activities for national implementing partners through trainings, workshops, mentorship and on-the-job training;
• Identify training needs for GBV Case Managers, Case Workers, coordinators, volunteers and support organization and facilitate of training;
• Conduct Community Watch Group, Volunteers and Women Support Group training, regular meeting and work on the action plan comes out from the meeting and link to respective WFS;
• Facilitate to conduct quarterly Safety Audit , compile and share the information with the team, and in coordination meeting to support and emphasize WFS  implementation
• Formulation, trained and monitor the volunteers pool, Women Support Groups.

Programme Implementation:

• Work closely with UNFPA GBV and SRH staff, IP Project Coordinators, Case Managers and Case Workers, and Community Volunteers to design activities that respond to needs and requests in Sofala and targeted host communities;
• Ensure support and mentoring to Case Workers for providing services to survivors of GBV. Including assessment of client needs, basic and individual counselling, development of action plans, support survivors in accessing services and support, etc;
• Prepare and maintain/update detailed work plan(s) that support and achieve activities;
• Oversee and provide guidance for age appropriate and relevant psychosocial activities for women and girls;
• Support field staff for designing, developing and linking adolescents and youth programming in WFS and in community for GBV prevention and response with support from UNFPA Youth team.

Coordination and Representation:

• Identify concerns related to and support adherence to GBV referral protocols by all relevant organizations and agencies;
• Develop and maintain effective working relationships with relevant stakeholders and other implementing partner organizations and agencies – ensuring the GBV service provision is disseminated. Regularly attend the coordination meeting at field level;
• Support GBViE Specialist in attending Sub Sector meetings;
• Coordinate with other actors for strengthening and linking adolescents and youth programming for GBV prevention and response;
• Establish strong linkage between UNFPA’s and other agencies’ program for mainstreaming GBV prevention and response.

Monitoring and Evaluation:

• Monitor data collection to ensure staff are collecting data in safe and ethical ways and is being submitted timely;
• Monitor attendance records and other reporting tools in WFS are implemented and routinely provided to relevant staff including GBV IM Officer;
• Support GBViE team in reporting activities in the field for progress/after action reports and document lessons learned and challenges;
• Plan and conduct audits in WFSs to ensure proper service delivery, and conduct FGD with beneficiaries to ensure service provision is adequate and feedback incorporated in UNFPA’s GBV Programming.

Any Other Duties

Perform any other duties as required by UNFPA Mozambique.

Qualifications and Experience

Education:

• Master’s Degree in Psychology, Social Work, Women’s Studies, Public Health, Law, Humanitarian Affairs or any other related Social Science field.

Knowledge and Experience:

• 2 years work experience in the development field especially in gender/ human rights/protection issues. Additional/Higher degree can be compensate the required experience;
• Clear understanding of gender, human rights, issues surrounding violence against women and girls;
• Demonstrated understanding of and ability to maintain confidentiality and respect for clients;
• Experience facilitating trainings and workshops and mentoring others;
• Positive and professional attitude, including ability to lead and work well in a team setting;
• Strong ability to organize work, meet deadlines, maintain composure, prioritize work under pressure, coordinate multiple tasks and maintain attention to detail;
• Personal qualities: Works well in and promotes teamwork, comfortable in a multi-cultural environment, flexible and able to handle pressure well;
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and respect in Women Friendly Spaces and at all times is essential;
• Excellent communication, listening and observation skills, including ability to create trust, support and respect;
• Demonstrated commitment to women’s empowerment and protection through current/ previous volunteer or paid work in women’s group, girls clubs or other relevant experience is an added advantage;
• Computer literate, including Microsoft Word and Excel and Power point;
• Excellent interpersonal, negotiating and diplomatic skills, including experience working with colleagues of multicultural background;
• Experience in adolescents and youth programming will be an asset;
• Due to the requirement of the female to work in women friendly spaces –Only the female candidates may apply for this position.

Languages:

Fluency in English and Portuguese is required.

Required Competencies

Values:

• Exemplifying integrity;
• Demonstrating commitment to UNFPA and the UN system;
• Embracing diversity in all its forms;
• Embracing change.

Core Competencies:

• Achieving Results;
• Being Accountable;
• Developing and Applying Professional Expertise/Business Acumen;
• Thinking analytically and Strategically;
• Working in Teams/Managing Ourselves and our Relationships;
• Communicating for Impact

Functional Competencies:

• Advocacy/ Advancing a policy-oriented agenda;
• Leveraging the resources of national governments and partners/ building strategic alliances and partnerships;
• Delivering results-based programmes;
• Internal and external communication and advocacy for results mobilisation.

UNFPA Work Environment

UNFPA provides a work environment that reflects the values of gender equality, teamwork, Embracing diversity in all its forms, integrity and a healthy balance of work and life. We are committed to maintaining our balanced gender distribution and therefore encourage women to apply. UNFPA promotes equal opportunities for all including persons with disabilities.

Compensation and Benefits

This position offers an attractive remuneration package including a competitive net salary plus annual leave, health insurance and other benefits as applicable.