Project Assistant-GBV job at Lutheran World Federation
About the Organization
We are LWF Uganda
Inspired by God's love for humanity, we respond to human suffering and challenge its causes. We want to contribute to community development in Uganda through rights-based empowerment for sustainable development. We serve all people irrespective of ethnicity, gender, religion, race or political conviction.
Job Description
Under the guidance of the Project Officer, the Project Assistant is responsible for the day-to-day general implementation of Gender Based Violence (GBV) cases within the settlements and host communities.
Duties and Responsibilities
Project Implementation
Assist the project officer in identifying GBV/ SGBV cases and promote active participation of beneficiaries and intermediaries in the planning, implementation and evaluation of the project activities
In collaboration with the project officer, provide guidance to community structures to report cases of GBV/SGBV
Provide basic psychosocial support for survivors of gender-based violence and human rights violations;
Liase with the project officer, legal Officer and Lawyers to facilitates legal representation to complainants as necessary especially in regard to mobilization
Participate in the coordination meetings on GBV, partakes in SGBV training in the identification of survivors, assess victims and provide medical care support where necessary and makes appropriate referrals
Ensuring timely and prompt case follow up of all GBV cases
Using participatory methods, identifies and engages key stake holders in promoting active community participation in prevention and responses to SGBV
Train community structures and stakeholders on GBV prevention and response SASA methodology
Collect and tabulate data field data on project activities carried on a regular basis and undertake impact assessment using participatory approaches for all beneficiaries to determine the relevance and impact of the assistance offered;
Ensure all survivors received appropriate services depending on the clients need
Ensure Adherence to the principle of confidentiality and dignity
Ensure that weekly reports and monthly reports are submitted to the responsible officer within the specified time.
Project Planning
Ensure that all activities have approved work plan
Ensure that all work plan is submitted to the Project Officer in time
Staff Management
Ensure that all community-based facilitators comply with LWF code of conduct and the child protection policy
Report issues that affects the community Base facilitators to the Settlement Officer
Financial management / Budget Monitoring & Control
Ensure correct documentation of complaints tools e.g. attendance list, distribution list, beneficiaries list and ensure proper filing of project documents
Project Monitoring, Evaluation and Reporting
Conduct regular field visits to all beneficiaries site where project activities are under taken, check on progress and verify existing case loads needs, document challenges on deliveries and utilizations of protection inputs in line with project objectives.
Documentation of story of change on a quarterly basis
Develop project monitoring plans to ensure that project activities are implemented as per the expectation.
Qualification, Experiences and Competencies
University Degree in Gender and Women Studies, Social work, Social Sciences, Development or other relevant field of study
At least 2 years’ experience in Project Management/Community Development programming
Proven knowledge and experience in developing and implementing community mobilization projects and SASA implementation.
Special Skills, Aptitude or Personality Requirements
Problem solving and decision-making skills
Ability to inspire and build capacity of national staff
Good interpersonal skills and excellent negotiation skills
Excellent English language (both written and spoken)
Information Technology (MS Office, Internet)
Ability to work under pressure to meet tight deadlines
Good team worker with good communication skills
Ability to exercise sound judgment, to remain flexible to a changing environment, and to make decisions independently.
How to Apply
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