Terms of Reference Consultancy Title: Erbil/Kurdistan/Iraq Duty Station: Contract duration: Number of positions
Emergency GBV Case Manager Erbil / IDPs camps / Dibaga Three months (renewable) Three
BACKGROUND After the conflict between Iraq and coming of ISIS and Mosul liberation operation, huge number IDPs are present in Kurdistan/ Iraq, As it is often the case in any humanitarian crises, women and girls face increased risk of violence and in particular camp settings, where living spaces are confined, infrastructures are weak and activities are limited, therefore, tension arises and psychological wellbeing is disturbed. Forms of gender based violence became common with specific forms such as domestic violence, sexual harassment and abuse, trafficking and to a lesser degree economic exploitation and early/ forced marriage. The latter one is quite problematic since many families revert to this option as a sort of protection and coping mechanism given the cultural context and already prior structural practices where the husband is expected to provide financial and physical protection. UNFPA responded by supporting AL_Mesalla organization by establishing women spaces in Erbil and district with aim of using it as a social space and a base to raise awareness about gender issues and about the risks of GBV. JOB DESCRIPTION The primary function of the Emergency GBV Case manager is to manage IDPs cases of GBV. ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSABILITIES: 1. Case management - professional management of GBV cases - psychosocial support of cases and families - maintain the security and confidentiality of cases Coordination  Coordinate with all relevant actors and actively participate in GBV working group or sub-cluster and ably co-chair and push UNFPA / AL Messala agenda in the
protection/ GBV sub working group Participation in case management and protection meeting in camps and non-camps. Work with partners and community members to develop a referral pathway and referral mechanism for cases Coordinate with shelters and governmental institution. 2. Reporting Case manager should provide report of all data of case provided with services to Al Mesalla GBV coordinator. .
3. Representation Represent the organization at meetings as appropriate in camps and Erbil. Contribute to the positive image and overall credibility of the organization, notably through the application of the organization’s Code of Conduct.
Qualifications: • Advanced degree in Social Work, Public Health, International Development or other relevant field of study preferred -Previous work experiences in case management. • Experience in emergencies and conflict areas strongly preferred • Relevant regional experience strongly preferred • Familiarity with standards and guidelines for GBV programming and coordination • Ability to exercise sound judgment and make decisions independently • Extremely flexible, and have the ability to cope with stressful situations and frustrations • Excellent decision making skills • Team player and strong communication skills, both oral and written • Proficient in computer applications, especially with MS Word and MS Excel, MS PowerPoint a plus - Kurdish and Arabic language are requested , English is a plus Note: This position is only for female experienced GBV case managers. Deadline is 10th October 2016 Interested candidates can apply online by sending their CVs and cover letter to bellow email addresses: diana.kako@yahoo.com And cc: peshkawt2002@yahoo.com