GBV Specialist, HIAS Moldova

POSITION SUMMARY:

HIAS Moldova is seeking to recruit a Gender-Based Violence (GBV) Specialist to support the implementation of GBV programming, to mitigate risk, increase survivors’ access to services, and strengthen multi-sectoral referral pathways, especially for child survivors.

The GBV Specialist will be responsible for creating an inclusive service and supportive environment whereby survivors of gender-based violence and LGBTIQ are welcomed in all HIAS and partners’ services. The GBV Specialist will ensure quality services are delivered that meet both ethical and global GBV standards and that the programs evolve to meet changing needs in the Ukraine Crisis.

Organizationally, HIAS is guided by its’ Refugee Rights Framework. This rights-based approach, based on international human rights, humanitarian and refugee law and practice, provides a programming framework for HIAS’ focus on refugee protection.

The GBV Specialist will report to the Program Manager.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• Provide support and supervision GBV Program and coordinate with protection and health stakeholders in service delivery and further develop necessary referral pathways to health, protection, and other services for support.
• Implement risk mitigations strategies to decrease vulnerability to GBV survivors and provide emergency funds for urgent needs of GBV survivors.
• Lead a multi-sectorial programmatic assessment focusing on refugee women and children in target group areas across Moldova.
• Work in partnership with VOICE on supporting GBV Program development and liaise with local NGOs and local authorities across Moldova.
• Together with VOICE and partners develop and support community-based prevention mechanism, risk mitigation strategies and support for refugee women, adolescent girls and boys and LGBTQ+.
• Contribute to the design of new ways of engaging community in ending violence against refugee women, men, girls and LGBTQ+ persons
• Support Partners’ implementation of safe spaces for victims to build peer support networks to enhance their economic and social assets
• Develop GBV components complementing HIAS Moldova’s Economic Inclusion (EI) framework of intervention and mainstream them in HIAS and partners’ EI programming.
• Strengthen Program staff technical capacity to mainstream gender equality in programs, using common tools, core documents, specialized trainings, and context specific support.
• Plan trainings and capacity building for non-specialized partners
• Participate in local GBV and Trafficking in Persons sub-working groups in order to contribute to the development and implementation of the GBV strategy, avoiding duplication and addressing gaps.
• Ensure inter-agency coordination on GBV issues with Government, UN agencies, NGOs and civil society.
• Provides accurate, timely and consistent analysis and reporting to HIAS Moldova Program Manager on GBV program activities.
• Perform other duties as required.

QUALIFICATIONS & REQUIREMENTS:

• University degree in Public Health, Social Work, Psychology, community development or related field with at least 3 years of experience with direct implementation of GBV programs including some aspect of response services for survivors.
• Formal training and conceptual management of gender, gender equality, masculinities, reproductive and sexual rights.
• Working experience preferably in one of the following sectors: social, charity or NGO.
• Fluency in Romanian and English is required. Knowledge of Ukrainian or Russian is an asset.
• Familiarity with IASC guidelines on GBV in Emergency Settings.
• Ability to develop work and training plans, meet deadlines and capture program progress for donor reports.
• Strong motivation to humanitarian work, service-oriented mindset and sense of accountability to the populations HIAS serves.
• Extensive knowledge of adult learning concepts to build capacity for GBV prevention and response.
• Demonstrated ability to think creatively and critically.
• Ability to work within a team structure or in isolation, flexible, and can cope with stressful workloads and working with limited resources.
• Excellent computer skills; proficiency in Microsoft office suite (Word, PowerPoint, Excel, Outlook, Teams).
• Excellent organizational and problem-solving skills.
• Self-starter with an ability to work with minimal supervision
• Ability to uphold the highest level of integrity and confidentiality.

DISCLAIMER:

This job description is intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed. It is not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, skills required or permanent location. Location is subject to change based on programmatic needs. Flexibility is essential as we grow and develop. The successful candidate must be comfortable in a fast-paced, changing work environment with many crucial deadlines. All team members may be required to perform duties outside of their normal work hours of responsibilities as needed.

SAMPLE HIRING PROCESS:

We are committed to a fair and respectful hiring process, and we do our absolute best to respond to every applicant. We prioritize communication and transparency with all candidates, even those who are not moving forward. Here’s a snapshot of our hiring process:

Step 1: Submit your application!

Step 2: Phone screen with a Human Resources staff person.

Step 3: Interview with the hiring manager.

Step 4: Interview with a panel of HIAS employees.

Step 5: Reference check.

Step 6: Offer and background check.

Step 7: Start your professional journey with HIAS!

Note: Some of our hiring processes may vary, and not all candidates will advance to each step.

ABOUT US:

Over one hundred years ago, the Jewish community founded HIAS (originally the Hebrew Immigrant Aid Society) in New York City, the immigrant gateway to America. Supporting Jews fleeing persecution and poverty in Eastern Europe, our founders were guided by the traditions, texts and history of the Jewish people—a history of oppression, displacement and diaspora. HIAS has since helped generations of Jews facing violence because of who they were, and HIAS remains committed to helping Jewish refugees anywhere in the world. Today, our clients at HIAS come from diverse faiths, ethnicities and backgrounds, as do our staff. We bring our experience, history and values to our work across five continents, ensuring that refugees today receive the vital services and opportunities they need to thrive.

HIAS is a learning community, committed to diversity and inclusion. We do our work with integrity, accountability, transparency and a commitment to the highest ethical standards. We seek employees from diverse backgrounds and life experiences to join our teams located in the United States and across the globe. People who identify as BIPOC, people with disabilities, people from the LGBTQ+ community and people with lived experiences of forced displacement or immigration are all encouraged to apply. We are committed to building a diverse workforce that reflects our vision, mission and values.

VISION:

HIAS stands for a world in which refugees find welcome, safety and opportunity.

MISSION:

Drawing on our Jewish values and history, HIAS provides vital services to refugees and asylum seekers around the world and advocates for their fundamental rights so they can rebuild their lives.

VALUES:

Welcome • Acogimiento • Hospitalité • (Hachnasat Orchim)

We Welcome the Stranger

Justice • Justicia • Justice • (Tzedek)

We Pursue Justice

Empathy • Empatía • Empathie • (Chesed)

We Approach our Clients with Empathy

Partnership • Compañerismo • Coopération • (Chevruta)

We Believe in Changing the World through Partnership

Courage • Coraje • Courage • (Ometz)

We Act with Courage to Build a Better World

Resilience • Resiliencia • Résilience • (Ruach)

We Adapt and Thrive, Continuously Demonstrating our Resilience

DIVERSITY:

HIAS is committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace. All qualified applicants will be considered for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, ethnic background, ancestry, citizenship status, religious creed, age, sex, gender, sexual orientation, physical disability, mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, marital status, registered domestic partner or civil union status, familial status, pregnancy, childbirth, military status, protected veteran status, political orientation or other legally protected status.

SAFEGUARDING:

HIAS is committed to the protection of children, vulnerable adults and any other person from any harm caused directly or indirectly due to their coming into contact with HIAS. We will not tolerate sexual exploitation, abuse or any form of child abuse or neglect by our staff or associated personnel. Any candidate offered a job with HIAS will be expected to sign and adhere to HIAS’ Code of Conduct and Safeguarding policies. All offers of employment will be subject to satisfactory references and appropriate screening checks, which can include criminal records. HIAS also participates in the Inter-Agency Misconduct Disclosure Scheme. In line with this Scheme, we will request information from job applicants’ previous employers about any findings of sexual exploitation, sexual abuse and/or sexual harassment during employment, or incidents under investigation when the applicant left employment. Likewise, HIAS will share this information when other organizations inquire about current and former HIAS staff as part of their recruitment process. By submitting an application, the job applicant confirms their understanding of these recruitment procedures.