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Under the direct supervision of the Deputy Protection Coordinator in Maiduguri, the Addressing Sexual Violence Specialist implements and leads activities related to the prevention and response of sexual violence, including the following.
Your Role
Implement and takes a lead role on various field level activities, e.g., coordinating individual responses to victims/survivors of sexual violence; supporting/coordinating community-level projects; documenting the humanitarian consequences of conflict/other situations of violence on the civilian population and allegations of violations of international humanitarian / human rights law, working with the Nigerian Red Cross Society, developing, and delivering training etc.
Support programmatic analysis and strategic thinking relevant to ICRC sexual violence prevention and response, including e.g., data compilation and analysis, and the design and implementation of activities.
Participate in and may sometimes independently hold internal and external meetings about ICRC work on addressing sexual violence, including with communities, authorities, weapon bearers etc.
Report on relevant activities, such as field assignments, internal written reports, and periodic evaluation of the ICRC’s action on sexual violence.
Work as a team member, including undertaking other tasks (e.g., administrative, logistical, finance-related) to support the team, acting as an interpreter for colleagues, advises team members regarding cultural and socio-economically relevant issues, and fosters a conducive environment.
Your Profile
Education & Experience:
Bachelor’s or Master’s Degree in Law, Human Rights, Gender Studies, or other relevant/similar qualification
At least 5 years of professional experience
3–4 years’ experience in protection work, mental health, medical support, with a focus on sexual violence or related areas within the humanitarian work.
Proven experience working directly with persons in situations of vulnerability
Strong understanding of the survivor-centred approach
Proven experience in data compilation and analysis, capacity building, reporting, and external representation
Excellent spoken and written English and Hausa, Kanuri is an added advantage
Computer literacy: Microsoft Office (Outlook, Word, PowerPoint).
You must have a valid working permit to work in Nigeria.