Duties and Responsibilities
Within the delegated authority and under the supervision of the Technical Specialist Gender, Gender-Based Violence (GBV), and Humanitarian Response or his/her designated mandated representative(s), the UN Volunteer (UNV) GBV Programme Officer will:
A. Technical support, institutional capacity building, and support programme management
• Assume assigned responsibility for the implementation of GBV programme interventions and ensure compliance with project donor agreements.
• Provide technical support to the Ministry of Women Affairs, Community, Small and Medium Enterprises Development (MWACSMED) on GBV service provision, GBV coordination, and implementation of the GBV Information Management System (GBVIMS).
• Provide technical assistance and oversight for the development of the GBV Case Management curriculum.
• Support capacity building of United Nations Population Fund (UNFPA ) partners on GBV prevention and response, including GBV in Emergencies and GBV Case Management.
• Ensure activities contribute towards the achievement of expected results, outputs, and activities in accordance with the annual work plan.
• Ensure that all planned activities are implemented on time and within budget as per the quarterly plan.
• Compile and prepare quality monthly and periodic project progress reports, as well as the final annual report, and provide other information as required by UNFPA and MWACSMED.
• Support the Ministry and UNFPA Country Office during planning and implementation of advocacy and communication activities, including commemoration of the international specific days related to gender equality, women's rights, and GBV.
• Help identify and ensure integration of gender needs and concerns into the Sexual and Reproductive Health, and Population and Development Components.
• Ensure strong visibility of the UNFPA-supported programs implemented.
• Participate in the development and production of communication materials (leaflets, posters, brochures) to raise awareness on GBV and outreach to the community.
• Coordinate and facilitate project team meetings, including agenda preparation, documentation of meeting discussions, and follow-up on items.
• Specifically support the Ministry to generate and analyze consistent data and ensure dissemination of reports generated from the collected data.
• Carry out other activities as requested by the Gender Unit and the Country Office, and in support of the Ministry’s National GBV Programme.
B. Advocacy and Resource mobilisation
• Contribute to advocacy and resource mobilisation efforts of the Gender Unit as well as the Country Office by preparing relevant documentation (e.g., project summaries, conference papers, speeches, donor profiles) and participating in donor meetings and public information events.
• Develop factsheets, briefing materials, infographics, and presentations for public information, advocacy, and resource mobilisation purposes.
C. Knowledge Management, Data, and Evidence
• Support the strengthening of GBV administrative data management including the establishment of a national GBV database.
• Develop knowledge products that facilitate learning among implementing partners (IPs), government, and other stakeholders.
• Any other related tasks as may be required or assigned by the supervisor.
Results/expected outputs:
• As an active UNFPA Zimbabwe team member, provide efficient, timely, responsive, client-friendly, and high-quality support to UNFPA Zimbabwe and its beneficiaries in the accomplishment of her/his functions, including:
The GBV Programme Officer will contribute to the Gender Unit’s efforts to support the government of Zimbabwe to provide efficient and effective GBV risk mitigation, prevention, and response systems, and ensure availability and accessibility of essential multisectoral GBV services, especially for girls and women, including in humanitarian settings. The incumbent will support the Gender Programme and work closely with the UNFPA Country Office team, government implementing partners, UN agencies, and development partners to strengthen timely, quality, and well-coordinated GBV prevention and response as well as empower women and girls. This will encompass legal and policy review, service protocol development, training and capacity building, and the development and dissemination of best practice guidelines and technical materials. The incumbent will also work closely with UNFPA teams for the integration of GBV into youth and sexual reproductive health programming as relevant.
• Age, Gender, and Diversity (AGD) perspective is systematically applied, integrated, and documented in all activities throughout the assignment.
• A final statement of achievements towards volunteerism for peace and development during the assignment, such as reporting on the number of volunteers mobilized, activities participated in, and capacities developed.
Qualifications and Experience
Relevant experience
7 years
Languages
English, Level: Fluent, Required
Shona, Level: Working knowledge, Desirable
Sindebele, Level: Working knowledge, Desirable
Required education level
Bachelor's degree in Social work or other social sciences, law/international law, development studies, or related field
Competencies and values
● Professionalism: demonstrated understanding of operations relevant to UNFPA Zimbabwe; technical capabilities or knowledge relevant or transferrable to UNFPA Zimbabwe procedures and rules; discretion, political sensitivity, diplomacy and tact to deal with clients; ability to apply good judgement; ability to liaise and coordinate with a range of different actors, especially in senior positions; where appropriate, high degree of autonomy, personal initiative and ability to take ownership; resourcefulness and willingness to accept wide responsibilities and ability to work independently under established procedures; ability to manage information objectively, accurately and confidentially; responsive and client-oriented;
● Integrity: demonstrate the values and ethical standards of the UN and UNFPA Zimbabwe in daily activities and behaviours while acting without consideration of personal gains; resist undue political pressure in decision-making; stand by decisions that are in the organization’s interest even if they are unpopular; take prompt action in cases of unprofessional or unethical behaviour; does not abuse power or authority;
● Teamwork and respect for diversity: ability to operate effectively across organizational boundaries; excellent interpersonal skills; ability to establish and maintain effective partnerships and harmonious working relations in a multi-cultural, multi-ethnic, mixed-gender environment with sensitivity and respect for diversity; sensitivity and adaptability to culture, gender, religion, nationality and age; commitment to implementing the goal of gender equality by ensuring the equal participation and full involvement of women and men in all aspects of UN operations; ability to achieve common goals and provide guidance or training to colleagues;
● Commitment to continuous learning: initiative and willingness to learn new skills and stay abreast of new developments in area of expertise; ability to adapt to changes in work environment.
● Planning and organizing: effective organizational and problem-solving skills and ability to manage a large volume of work in an efficient and timely manner; ability to establish priorities and to plan, coordinate and monitor (own) work; ability to work under pressure, with conflicting deadlines, and to handle multiple concurrent projects/activities;
● Communication: proven interpersonal skills; good spoken and written communication skills, including ability to prepare clear and concise reports; ability to conduct presentations, articulate options and positions concisely; ability to make and defend recommendations; ability to communicate and empathize with staff (including national staff), military personnel, volunteers, counterparts and local interlocutors coming from very diverse backgrounds; capacity to transfer information and knowledge to a wide range of different target groups;
● Flexibility: adaptability and ability to live and work in potentially hazardous and remote conditions, involving physical hardship and little comfort; to operate independently in austere environments for protracted periods; willingness to travel within the area of operations and to transfer to other duty stations within the area of operations as necessary;
● Genuine commitment towards the principles of voluntary engagement, which includes solidarity, compassion, reciprocity and self-reliance; and commitment towards UNFPA Zimbabwe’s mission and vision, as well as to the UN Core Values.
Skills and experience
● At least seven (7) years of professional work experience at the national and/or international level in Gender and GBV, social science, or other relevant programmes; experience with GBV is an asset, as is experience working in the UN or other in other International Organisations
● Knowledge and experience working in gender and GBV issues including GBV health system strengthening work, including working with national and provincial health sectors and relevant international human rights standards and mechanisms;
● Experience designing and leading training and capacity building initiatives.
● Familiar with GBV international tools, standards and guidelines such as the Essential Services Package for Women and Girls Subject to Violence; GBV in Emergencies
● Excellent oral and written skills; excellent drafting, formulation, reporting skills;
● Accuracy and professionalism in document production and editing;
● Excellent interpersonal skills; culturally and socially sensitive; ability to work inclusively and collaboratively with a range of partners, including grassroots community members, religious and youth organizations, and authorities at different levels; familiarity with tools and approaches of communications for development;
● Ability to work and adapt professionally and effectively in a challenging environment; ability to work effectively in a multicultural team of international and national personnel;
● Solid overall computer literacy, including proficiency in various MS Office applications (Excel, Word, etc.) and email/internet; familiarity with database management; and office technology equipment;
● Self-motivated, ability to work with minimum supervision; ability to work with tight deadlines;
● Have affinity with or interest in SRHR/GBV, volunteerism as a mechanism for durable development, and the UN System.
Area(s) of expertise
Community development, Project management, programme development, strategy, Disability, other social inclusion aspects
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