Behaviour Change Facilitator

Support Gender-based Violence prevention interventions implementation.

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Overview

Support Gender-based Violence prevention interventions implementation.

You have:

  • A Degree in Development Studies any Social Sciences degree or related fields.
  • Three years’ experience working in community development.
  • Experience working at grassroots level, engaging different stakeholders.
  • Sound knowledge and understanding of the Gender discourse.
  • Experience in multi-sectoral development approaches.
  • Community mobilization skills and the ability to interact with district leadership.
  • Hands on experience working with decentralized structures.
  • Ability to respect and relate to people of different ethics and culture.
  • Ability to solve problems, complete tasks in a timely, cost effective way.
  • Clean Class 4 drivers’ license.

With 75 years of experience, our focus is on helping the most vulnerable children overcome poverty and experience fullness of life. We help children of all backgrounds, even in the most dangerous places, inspired by our Christian faith.

Come join our 33,000+ staff working in nearly 100 countries and share the joy of transforming vulnerable children’s life stories!

Employee Contract Type:

Local - Fixed Term Employee (Fixed Term)Job Description:

Job Purpose

The Behaviour Change Field Facilitator will support the implementation of GBV Prevention interventions at district level. In fulfilment of her/his duties, Behaviour Change Field Facilitator will work closely with the Ministry of Women Affairs and various stakeholders in public, private and NGO sectors. The incumbent will compile activity reports and report to the Behaviour Change Programme Coordinator.

MAJOR RESPONSIBILITES

Program management:

  • Oversee the implementation of all GBV Demand Creation activities
  • Advocate with traditional, religious, political, administrative and other leaders in the district on issues of GBV prevention and reporting.
  • Participate in district consultative meetings in partnership with the Ministry of Health, Ministry of Women Affairs, Social Services, National AIDS council and other relevant stakeholders.
  • Plan, budget and facilitate district level advocacy meetings and capacity building of community leaders as well as District stakeholders and community volunteers
  • Ensure gender mainstreaming into all major community events.
  • Manage and account for all program resources at district level -program finances, assets and human resources

Team management:

  • Oversee and guide the recruitment and training of District level community volunteers
  • Supervise, Engage, lead and influence the growth of the Graduate intern and program driver

Reporting:

  • Compilation and timely submission of weekly and monthly reports
  • Participate in the consolidation of quarterly reports

Program documentation

  • Design IEC materials for use in local community development to expand program impact
  • Tracking and development of evidence-based documentation

KNOWLEDGE/QUALIFICATIONS FOR THE ROLE

  • A Degree in Development Studies any Social Sciences degree or related fields.
  • Three years’ experience working in community development.
  • Experience working in working at grassroots level, engaging different stakeholders
  • Sound knowledge and understanding of the Gender discourse
  • Experience in multi-sectoral development approaches;
  • Community mobilization skills and the ability to interact with district leadership;
  • Hands on experience working with decentralized structures
  • Ability to respect and relate to people of different ethics and culture.
  • Ability to solve problems, complete tasks in a timely, cost effective way.
  • Clean Class 4 drivers’ license.

All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply

Applicant Types Accepted:

Local Applicants Only

Potential interview questions

Describe your experience with community mobilization and stakeholder engagement. This question assesses your practical experience in working with diverse groups and leaders. Provide specific examples of projects where you successfully mobilized community members.
How have you handled conflicts or challenges in community development projects? The interviewer wants to understand your problem-solving abilities in real scenarios. Pro members can see the explanation.
What strategies would you use to advocate for gender-based violence prevention in a community? Pro members can see the explanation. Pro members can see the explanation.
Can you give an example of how you have ensured gender mainstreaming in your previous roles? Pro members can see the explanation. Pro members can see the explanation.
Describe an experience where you led a team or project. What challenges did you face? Pro members can see the explanation. Pro members can see the explanation.
How do you build relationships with local leaders and stakeholders? Pro members can see the explanation. Pro members can see the explanation.
What is your approach to monitoring and evaluating program impact? Pro members can see the explanation. Pro members can see the explanation.
How would you design a training session for community volunteers? Pro members can see the explanation. Pro members can see the explanation.
Added 20 days ago - Updated 11 days ago - Source: wvi.org