International Rescue Committee WPE / GBV Program Manager Job in Lodwar Kenya

The International Rescue Committee (IRC) in Kenya serves vulnerable populations in the Turkana and Garissa regions as well as in Eastleigh, Nairobi. The IRC implements programs in the areas of comprehensive primary health care, nutrition, protection, peace building, water and sanitation and hygiene (WASH), HIV/AIDS prevention, response to gender based violence, and governance. Applications are invited for the following positions:
WPE / GBV Program Manager (Lodwar)
Job Summary (Purpose and Key Result Area)
The WPE/GBV manager is the integral link and field site focal point responsible for the implementation of the IRC’s WPE/GBV program in Lodwar and will be based in Lodwar.With the technical support of the WPE coordinator and the WPE technical unit, the manager will ensure the goals and objectives of the WPE country program are met.
The GBV/WPE Kenya programme goal is to enhance survivor’s utilization of quality services responsive to the survivors’ needs and strengthen community-based structures and solutions to better protect women and girls, promote their empowerment to access opportunities, services, and support. 
The GBV Manager will coordinate the team towards achieving the following program objectives;To improve survivors’ access to timely, holistic and quality case managementStrengthened engagement with communities to act in the best interests of women and girlsInvest in social and economic opportunities for women and girls to promote their wellbeingLeverage partnerships and experience to advocate for priorities of women and girlsThe manager has two reporting lines; to the Field Coordinator in Lodwar for operation related issues such as, administration, security and day to day running of the WPE/GBV programme. The manager will report to the WPE Coordinator on programmatic areas (technical support) including programme design and implementation, staff capacity building on programmes, partnerships, budget management and reporting. The manager also get support from the WPE technical unit.Provide ongoing leadership to the WPE/GBV team for successful coordination and implementation of programme activities to meet programme targets. Specific role includes support to programme design and compliance to WPE/GBV country and global strategy, guidance on GBV best practice, programme sustainability, GBV research and assessment to advise development of the programmeRegular communication/updates to with the Field and WPE coordinators on the programme progress; challenges, successes and lessons learnt.Strengthen support mechanisms to ensure survivors can access services in a timely manner. This role includes monitoring and reporting on quality of services by WPE/GBV, monitoring and providing guidance on referral pathways and interlinkage of WPE/GBV programme with other IRC programmes (work with other programme managers)Manage and oversee all Turkana funded WPE/GBV grants in line with the IRC and donor policies and practices; ensure development, use and maintenance of appropriate systems to achieve desired project impact example work, spending and procurement plans for multiple projects and overall management of sub – grants.Participate and/or ensure appropriate representation of WPE/GBV programme in all grants touching on WPE programme; Opening, Mid-Term and Closing meetings.Ensure that all internal and donor reporting requirements are met and that reports are of a high quality and submitted on time.In coordination with GBV Coordinator, Deputy Director of Programmes, Grants Unit and HQ Technical Unit, play a leading role in the development of proposals and budgets thereto.Provide continuous GBV capacity development for the IRC staff and partners through capacity assessment/ skill gaps, identification and assigning training opportunities, capacity development opportunities, on job training, mentorship and guidance towards achieving programme goals.Develop, conduct and/or supervise GBV trainings and dissemination of IRC GBV resources/IEC materials.Develop and maintain effective strategic partnerships (Government, NGOs, UN agencies) in Turkana to enhance access to quality, confidential and timely services by GBV survivors, ensure mainstream GBV response and prevention in other humanitarian sectors and overall development of the WPE/GBV programme. The partnerships should also enhance multi-agency/sectoral cooperation and coordination and advocacy to ensure the needs of women and girls are addressed.Participate and/or ensure appropriate representation of WPE/GBV programme in all strategic GBV meetings/networks in Turkana.Provide guidance and advice field and WPE Coordinator on development and execution of partnership agreements including contracts and MOUs.On a regular basis, coordinate review meetings with WPE/GBV relevant partners/networks. The meetings among other benefits should provide room to share technical expertise on GBV response and prevention and best practices, Staff Management and AdministrationDirectly supervise the Senior GBV officer with overall accountability and supervision to WPE/GBV staff in Turkana. The role includes managing the staff performance in line with the IRC practices and policies, supervision of Interns and responsible for supervision and completion of consultancies within the programme.Support recruitment and retention of WPE/GBV field staff including conducting interviews, maintain updated job descriptions, orientate new staff to the IRC and the WPE/GBV program and ensure regular performance management system and documentation.Support WPE/GBV staff to understand and follow IRC policies and procedures.Ensure timely submission of payrolls, cash forecasts and purchase requestsOversee inventory/asset managementRecommend and implement a capacity building plan for project staff.3 years relevant work experience, including at least 1 year in a humanitarian context with GBV focusMA/S or equivalent in social science, humanities or related degreeRequired Experience & Competencies:Good interpersonal and team building skillsCommunity education/training experience desirableAbility to live and work under pressure in an unstable security environmentExperience in proposal writing is preferredFluency in English and Kiswahili. Local language (Turkana) language preference
Please apply on or before 16th June, 2014
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IRC is an Equal 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, veteran status or disability.