National Specialist for Women Protection and Empowerment Outreach

Job Overview:
Under the supervision
of the Women Protection and Empowerment Coordinator, the National Specialist for Women’s Protection and
Empowerment Outreach will play an
important role in achieving the objectives of the Women’s Protection and
Empowerment (WPE) programme through the implementation of targeted activities
aimed at preventing gender-based violence (GBV) and Empowerment. As a member of
the GBV AoR Outreach Working Group, the National Specialist for Women’s
Protection and Empowerment Outreach will
work with national and international partners to strengthen coordinated efforts
in GBV awareness and prevention. This role is vital to developing coherent,
gender-sensitive advocacy messages that are tailored to effectively reach
diverse audiences.

The National
Specialist for Women’s Protection and Empowerment Outreach will take an active role in adapting
guidance provided by the International Rescue Committee (such as Girls
Shine and Women Rise), to
align with the specific needs and cultural contexts of local communities,
ensuring that all information is both relevant and accessible to diverse groups. Through these
initiatives, the National Specialist for Women’s Protection and Empowerment
Outreach will ensure that accessible
and effective information is disseminated to diverse groups, including
vulnerable populations, thus strengthening WPE’s commitment to protecting and
empowering people at risk throughout Ukraine.

In addition to supporting outreach activities,
the National
Specialist for Women’s Protection and Empowerment Outreach will actively participate in the support and training of partners who
implement components focused on gender-based violence (GBV) prevention,
ensuring that these collaborators are well-equipped with the necessary
knowledge and resources to effectively address GBV issues within their
communities.

Primary Responsibilities
Coordination and Collaboration:
– Collaborate closely with the Women Protection and Empowerment
Coordinator and Women Protection and Empowerment – Technical Advisor to
ensure the effective implementation of outreach activities aimed at
preventing gender-based violence (GBV) and engaging communities in the
process.
– Serve as an active member of the GBV AoR Outreach Working Group,
working with national and international partners to strengthen coordinated
efforts in GBV awareness and prevention.
– Facilitate regular meetings with stakeholders to ensure alignment
on outreach objectives and activities, sharing updates and gathering input
for continuous improvement.

Co- Leading in theGBV AoR Outreach Working Group:
– Actively participate in meetings of the GBV AoR Outreach Working
Group to contribute to discussions and decision-making processes. Execute
assigned tasks and responsibilities to ensure the successful
implementation of outreach initiatives.
– Engage in regional meetings of the working group to share gather
updates, and foster collaboration among stakeholders.
– Lead the development of a set of common, gender-responsive,
harmonized messages on GBV prevention, risk mitigation, and response;
access to services, based on discussions and agreements among Outreach
Working Group members.
– Adapt these messages for different audiences and purposes, ensuring
they are culturally relevant and accessible to various community groups.
– Participate in coordination of the GBV Outreach WG with affected
communities (IDPs), Child Welfare Committees (CWC), Accountability to
Affected Populations (AAP), and GBV/protection/anti-trafficking actors in
Ukraine, to ensure messages
are streamlined and harmonized.

Advocacy and Stakeholder Engagement:
– Contribute to advocacy efforts by communicating key messages
related to GBV prevention and protection to national and local
stakeholders.
– Build and maintain effective relationships with local and
international organizations working on GBV issues to promote collaboration
and resource sharing.

Development
Materials and Community Engagement:
– Adapt global IRC
curricula, such as Girls Shine and Women Rise, and other, to the Ukrainian context, creating
methodological materials and educational guides for Empowerment program
areas in accordance with IRC global recommendations.
– Take an active role in adapting guidance provided by the
International Rescue Committee (IRC) to align with the specific needs and
cultural contexts of local communities, ensuring that all outreach
materials are relevant and accessible.
– Support IRC WPE
team in creation and disseminating
outreach materials, including information resources and communication
strategies, to support GBV prevention initiatives.
– Organize and implement awareness campaigns that aim to increase
understanding of GBV and reduce stigma, actively engaging with affected
communities, including internally displaced persons (IDPs).
– Monitor and evaluate the impact of outreach initiatives, gathering
feedback from participants to inform future campaigns and improve
effectiveness.

Training and Capacity Building:
– Participate in the training and support of partners implementing
components focused on GBV prevention, ensuring they are equipped with the
necessary knowledge and resources.
– Conduct training sessions and workshops for field staff and partner
organizations to enhance their capacity in GBV prevention and response
strategies.

Planning and Strategy Development:
– Agree on key locations, formats, and channels for information
dissemination to maximize outreach impact and ensure accessibility for
target populations.
– Develop a comprehensive GBV AoR outreach action plan that outlines
strategic objectives, activities, and timelines for outreach initiatives.

KEY WORKING RELATIONSHIPS

Position reports to: WPE Coordinator
Internal collaborations within IRC: Senior WPE
Manager

Requirements
The National Specialist for Women’s
Protection and Empowerment Outreach will need to meet the following requirements:
– A degree in international law, human rights law, social sciences,
international relations, or a related field, or equivalent work
experience.
– At least 3 years of experience related to gender-based violence
(GBV) or protection initiatives.
– Proven expertise in GBV prevention and response, including
awareness-raising, community engagement, and outreach activities.
– Previous
experience in developing curricula, guidelines, or methodological
recommendations with a focus on gender-based violence (GBV).
– Demonstrated ability to contribute to strategic planning,
results-based management, and data-driven reporting within the context of
GBV programming.
– Experience in participating in coordination forums and
collaborative working groups.
– Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, along with strong
analytical and writing abilities.
– Additional qualities include the ability to multitask, handle
pressure effectively, adapt to changes, and demonstrate flexibility.
– Fluency in spoken
and written English; knowledge of
Ukrainian and/or Russian.

This position will be based in Kyiv, with travel Kharkiv, Dnipro, Zaporizhzhya, Odesa,
Mykolaiv regions.

IRC
employees are eligible to the following benefits:
– Competitive salary
– Purposeful job and development
opportunities
– English classes and unlimited online
training courses
– Life Insurance
– Medical insurance for staff
– Free psychological support to employees
and their family members
– 30 calendar days of annual vacation with
flexibility beyond the legally set minimum requirements
– Up to 10 days of paid medical leave