Libya: 14-304: Consultant- GBV Case Management and Training
Country: Libya
Closing date: 16 May 2014
International Medical Corps is a global, humanitarian, nonprofit organization dedicated to saving lives and relieving suffering through health care training and relief and development programs.
Established in 1984 by volunteer doctors and nurses, International Medical Corps is a private, voluntary, nonpolitical, nonsectarian organization. Its mission is to improve the quality of life through
health interventions and related activities that build local capacity in underserved communities worldwide. By offering training and health care to local populations and medical assistance to people at highest risk, and with the flexibility to respond rapidly to emergency situations, International Medical Corps rehabilitates devastated health care systems and helps bring them back to self-reliance.
PROGRAM SUMMARY:
International Medical Corps began GBV prevention and response activities in Libya in April 2011, during the heart of internal conflict. Since 2012, IMC has worked with communities in transition toward more comprehensive GBV prevention and response activities. With support from the United Nations Trust Fund to End Violence against Women, International Medical Corps is currently working with civil society and government partners to combat GBV and to provide focused services for vulnerable women and survivors of violence.
The current program is in its second year of implementation with a specific focus on strengthening local initiatives from community –based organizations and government service providers.
JOB SUMMARY:
The consultant will strengthen the capacity of both the case workers in GBV case management and the health workers on clinical care for survivors of sexual assault. The consultant will develop and deliver trainings in different locations across Libya to local organizations and case workers supported by International Medical Corps. The consultant will also support the GBV team in implementing activities aimed at preventing forms of gender based violence and supporting survivors of violence. The consultant will provide technical support to build the capacity of partners to start up and deliver safe support services for survivors of GBV including case management and psychosocial support services.
SCOPE OF WORK:
All tasks and responsibilities are to be within the timeline of the UNTF-funded project in Libya with full support of Libya GBV program manager to fulfill identified gaps and to achieve the following:
• Assist the GBV program manager in establishing three referral pathways between service organizations and community focal points (one per site: Misrata, Western Mountains and Tripoli)
• Organize and lead trainings in GBV case management for members of three community-based organizations (CBOs)
• Provide follow-up training on GBV case management for government social workers based in schools, hospitals and other locations.
• Organize training materials for government social workers into a reusable curriculum
• Organize and lead an initial training on clinical management of rape (CMR) for 20 healthcare providers (training to be held in Tripoli with particiapnts from three sites: Tripoli, Misrata and Western Mountains)
• Organize and lead two 2-day refresher trainings in CMR for previously trained healthcare providers (training should include a refresher on patient flow, privacy, security of patients)
• Review and develop case management systems as needed, including processes for case intake, follow up and review
• Develop systems for safe documentation and sharing of information
• Develop tools for assessing client satisfaction and train staff and case workers on use of tools
• Prepare training reports and provide regular updates to program management.
• Prepare an end-of assignment report outlining accomplishments, challenges and recommendations for further interventions.
• Actively promote PSEA (Prevention of Sexual Exploitation and Abuse) standards within International Medical Corps and amongst beneficiaries served by International Medical Corps.
Qualifications:• Advanced degree in social work, psychology or similarly appropriate educational/professional background
• Understanding of international CMR protocols and experience conducting CMR trainings
• Experience in GBV programming, including experience with case management and support services for survivors.
• Experience organizing and leading trainings
• Experience in direct support of survivors of sexual violence
• Experience in the Middle East, Africa or similar contexts preferred
• Arabic language skills strongly preferred
How to apply:
APPLICATION PROCEDURE
To officially begin the application process, qualified candidates please go to our career page http://careers.internationalmedicalcorps.org/careers.aspx , noting where you noticed the position you are applying for and complete the online employment application form.
