GBV Project Manager (Female)
Location: Gaziantep – Turkey
Positions: 1
Job Type: Full Time
About Amal
Amal is a non-profit Syrian non-governmental organization established to provide life-saving aid and services to the most vulnerable people, strengthening their resilience, advocating for their basic rights, and also contributing to providing recovery and revitalization programs for societies that war torned.
Amal Organization is a relief and development organization, was established in early 2013 and the organization was licensed and registered in Turkey – Gaziantep on 6/6/2014.
Purpose of the Job:
To be responsible for providing oversight and technical support to Amal’s GBV and Gender Based Violence prevention and response program in Northwest Syria, to improve the enabling environment for the women and girls at risk. The GBV Protection Manager will ensure that the interventions are technically sound, in line with international humanitarian standards and protection principles, and are properly meeting the needs of the women and girls victims and survivors of GBV, in the target communities. The GBV Protection Manager will work collaboratively with other sectors of Amal team including WASH, Shelter/Rehabilitation, FSL, Child Protection, and General Protection.
Main responsibilities:
- Analyzing and understanding the project scope (requirements, assumptions, constraints, and risks)
- Technical knowledge in GBV protection and case management.
- Creation of the project management plan to meet the needs of the project and the organizational process and procedures.
- Participate in overseeing of authorization and performance of activities to produce the project’s expected deliverable results.
- Measure and monitor the project’s progress and appropriate actions to meet the project objectives.
- Follow-up funds received for the project in terms of receiving and dispensing and documentation of all funds
- Maintain the principles of humanitarian work and community based approached during the implementation of the project.
- Looking for opportunities to creatively meet the needs of vulnerable populations while ensuring the project remains in line with the declared policy and demonstrated sensitivity of local authorities toward beneficiaries and in line with best practice and international standards.
- Help hire, supervise, and manage the performance of the community program in the field to effectively serve their roles in community.
- Submit monthly financial and operational reports of the project to the program manager.
- Any other duties assigned by line manager when required.
About the applicant
QUALIFICATIONS, EXPERIENCE, AND ATTRIBUTES
Essential
- 3-4 years of demonstrable experience in Protection project management in NGOs and/or INGOs
- Full professional proficiency in English, Arabic, and/or Turkish is a strong asset.
- Inter-personal skills to influence and guide staff and partners in identifying programming opportunities and resolving program challenges.
- Commitment to the values and mission of Amal Organization.
- Demonstrated skills in program planning, and all aspects of project management.
- Demonstrated skills in leadership and supervision of staff and in building and maintaining a high-performing team.
- Ability to analyze information, evaluate options and to think and plan strategically.
- Ability to adapt to different, often stressful circumstances.
- Ability to write a clear and well-argued assessment and project reports.
- Politically and culturally sensitive with qualities of patience, tact, and diplomacy.
- Experience in promoting children’s rights and gender, including participation in programming, design, implementation, and evaluation.
- Turkish Nationality is preferable.
Desired
- Experience and knowledge of Protection projects
- Experience in designing and managing projects with international donors
- Demonstrable experience engaging with national stakeholders and partners
- Demonstrable experience in building the capacity of local NGOs, and government bodies and collaborating closely with multi-level stakeholders.
EQUAL OPPORTUNITIES AND NON-DISCRIMINATION:
Amal is dedicated to promoting equal opportunities in our recruitment practices so maintaining equal opportunities and nondiscrimination is a foundational principle:
Discrimination based on race, color, religion, gender, age, disability, social status, origin, pregnancy, genetic characteristics, or any other grounds is strictly prohibited across all aspects of employment, organizational practices, work arrangements, salary, dismissal, and service provision.
Preference among employees or candidates for employment may be granted based on objective criteria and qualifications essential for the job, and such preferences do not constitute discrimination.
In instances where specific provisions apply to contracting concerning gender, qualifications, working conditions, or contract type (daily, weekly, seasonal), rights and responsibilities remain equitable
PROTECTION FROM HARASSMENT AND SEXUAL EXPLOITATION:
Amal Organization is dedicated to fostering a secure and respectful environment for employees and those they interact with in the course of their work. The recruitment, retention, and promotion of staff are inherently tied to maintaining high ethical standards and a commendable reputation. Amal Organization unequivocally prohibits and will not tolerate (zero tolerate) any form of discrimination, abuse, harassment (whether sexual or otherwise), based on race, ethnicity, religion, national origin, gender, age, sexual orientation, marital status, citizenship status, disability, or military status. Employees and associated personnel must strictly refrain from engaging in any discriminatory, harassing, or abusive behavior, whether physical, sexual, verbal, or otherwise, both within and outside the Amal organization.
CHILD SAFEGUARDING:
Amal Organization recognizes that ensuring a secure environment for children begins with the recruitment of qualified employees equipped with the necessary competencies and skills to perform their duties effectively, safely, and reliably. This commitment is geared towards safeguarding children from all forms of exploitation, labor, or potential harm.
In our dedication to children’s safety, our selection process incorporates comprehensive background checks, underscoring our unwavering commitment to preventing abuse and ensuring the well-being of children.
SAFEGUARDING EMPLOYEE RELATIONS:
In line with our commitment to fostering a secure and respectful work environment, the post holder is required to adhere to Amal’s anti-harassment policy. This policy underscores our dedication to safeguarding the well-being of our staff by promoting a workplace culture characterized by mutual respect and professionalism. The role holder plays a vital part in this commitment, ensuring a supportive atmosphere and actively contributing to the safeguarding of their colleagues through the promotion of positive employee relations.
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