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GBV Associate at

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Nairobi, Nairobi Area, Kenya Hivos East Africa Full time

Hivos is an international organization dedicated to finding innovative solutions to enduring global challenges. With strategic projects in key locations, we strive to combat discrimination, inequality, power abuse, and the unsustainable exploitation of the Earth's resources.

Position Summary:

Hiring for a Gender and GBV Associate role at HIAS for a project focused on improving access to Sexual and Reproductive Health (SRH) services for LGBTQ refugees in Nairobi.

The project aims to:

  • Enhance the LGBTQ refugee community's environment in Nairobi
  • Empower LGBTQ refugees to address their Sexual and Reproductive Health Rights (SRHR)
  • Strengthen LGBTQ community-based organizations' advocacy for SRHR in Nairobi

Essential Functions:

  • Support the GBV Officer in organizing project activities, including training sessions for staff, partners, LGBTQ refugees, CBOs, and SRHR-focused agencies
  • Identify and assist vulnerable individuals from the LGBTQ refugee community, provide case management and socio-environmental risk assessment
  • Implement social assistance programs, monitor progress, and establish sustainable livelihood strategies
  • Collaborate with local LGBTQ organizations to enhance GBV service provision
  • Coordinate program design, implementation, and evaluation for LGBTQ refugees' protection and well-being
  • Prepare budget requests, monitor project progress, and ensure timely implementation
  • Work closely with Outreach Workers and Monitors to meet the needs of vulnerable LGBTQ refugees
  • Facilitate access to healthcare services and provide necessary support to LGBTQ refugees
  • Maintain GBV information systems and ensure follow-up on support services for survivors
  • Update client information and provide data analysis and reports
  • Assist in project development, proposal writing, and reporting
  • Perform additional duties as required

QUALIFICATIONS & REQUIREMENTS:

  • University Degree in Social Work, Community Development, or Gender Studies
  • 1-2 years of experience in Social Work
  • Experience in NGO humanitarian work preferred
  • Knowledge of UN conventions, Sexual Abuse Prevention, and Response
  • Skills in capacity building, diversity training, and communication
  • Proficiency in Computer Applications
  • Ability to thrive in a demanding environment
  • Familiarity with Accountability to Affected Populations and Anti-Fraud practices