About Mari Research and Development
Mari Research and Development is a non-for-profit civil society organization operating in northeast Syria. It was established in 2018 and registered in Canada, France and Erbil.
In 2018, a group of educated, dynamic and like-minded youth working in the development sector got together to establish an organization for addressing the most urgent and pressing needs of people in Syria. MRD seeks to build a stable and just society where peace and respect for human rights and fundamental freedoms prevail.
Objective of the Position:
The GBV Expert at MRD will be responsible for leading the development and implementation of strategies and programs to address and mitigate gender-based violence. This role involves providing technical support, capacity building, and coordination with various stakeholders to ensure comprehensive and effective GBV response and prevention.
Key Responsibilities:
- GBV Programs Development and Planning:
- Design and develop GBV programs and initiatives that align with MRD’s mission and strategic goals.
- Conduct needs assessments to identify GBV-related issues and develop responsive strategies.
- Create annual and monthly work plans and determine the necessary resources to achieve set objectives.
- Program Implementation:
- Provide technical support and oversight for the implementation of GBV projects.
- Ensure quality and timely delivery of GBV services, including psychosocial support, legal assistance, and referrals.
- Organize and conduct awareness sessions and educational campaigns on GBV prevention and response.
- Case Management:
- Supervise and support case management processes to ensure appropriate and timely assistance to GBV survivors.
- Maintain accurate and confidential records of cases, adhering to data protection standards.
- Develop and implement case management protocols and guidelines.
- Coordination and Partnerships:
- Collaborate closely with local and international partners to strengthen GBV response and prevention efforts.
- Participate in coordination meetings and relevant networks or clusters.
- Foster relationships with stakeholders, including community leaders, NGOs, and governmental bodies.
- Monitoring and Evaluation:
- Develop and implement monitoring and evaluation tools to assess program effectiveness.
- Regularly review and analyze data to inform program adjustments and improvements.
- Prepare periodic reports outlining progress, challenges, and achievements.
- Advocacy and Capacity Building:
- Advocate for the rights of women and girls and the importance of GBV prevention at various forums.
- Provide training and capacity-building workshops for staff, partners, and community members on GBV principles and response.
- Support the development of advocacy materials and campaigns.
Qualifications and Experience:
- Education: Advanced degree in Social Work, Psychology, Gender Studies, Human Rights, or a related field.
- Experience: Minimum of 5 years of experience in GBV programming, preferably in humanitarian or development settings.
- Skills:
- In-depth knowledge of GBV principles and international standards.
- Excellent communication, presentation, and training skills.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
- Ability to work independently and manage remote teams.
- Proficiency in Arabic and English