Position Title: GBV IM Specialist (GBV Sub-Sector Coordination) 
Receiving Agency: UNFPA
P Level: P3
Location: Damascus, Syria
Duration: 6 months
Language: English
R&R: 6 weeks
   

• Armed Conflict (HIGH)
• Terrorism (MODERATE)
• Crime (SUBSTANTIAL)
• Civil Unrest (LOW)
• Hazards (LOW)

Role Description: Under the direction of Deputy Representative, UNFPA Syria country office, and  overall supervision of the GBV Sub-Sector Coordinator in Syria, the incumbent is responsible for maintaining, strengthening, leading and managing the GBV Sub-Sector Information Management function. The GBV Sub-Cluster is an “area of responsibility” under the Global Protection Cluster and the mechanism through which gender-based violence in emergencies is coordinated within the inter-agency humanitarian system. The GBV Sub-Cluster Coordinator’s objective is to ensure more predictable, accountable and effective GBV prevention and response in emergencies. Most clusters have recognized having an information management capacity as part of cluster coordination as good practice. In countries where the Cluster System has been initiated, UNFPA and UNICEF have a joint responsibility for either establishing and/or leading a GBV coordination body (often called a “GBV Sub-Cluster”) under the Protection Cluster or for actively identifying and supporting another agency to take on this role.  In Cluster countries, the incumbent will represent the GBV Sub-Cluster in an inter-agency capacity to support information management within pre-existing GBV coordination bodies in order to promote the highest standards of GBV prevention and response, in line with global guidance.

Improved information management is necessary to feed into elaboration of programming strategies, humanitarian funding processes, mainstreaming GBV into other sectors, engaging in advocacy and preparing situation reports (“sitreps”). Information management is therefore an integral part of a coordinated approach to GBV.

MAJOR DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: (We ask Country offices to review the list of duties and responsibilities and make appropriate amendments where necessary)

Data Collection and Management

• In line with WHO’s Ethical and Safety Recommendations for Researching, Documenting and Monitoring Sexual Violence in Emergencies:
  • Engage in robust analyses of secondary data to ensure readily available information on known trends and patterns on GBV for inclusion at relevant points along the Humanitarian Programme Cycle, including multi and inter-sectoral needs assessments.
  • Consolidate existing assessments on the GBV situation and/or work with relevant agencies, the displaced and host populations to conduct relevant participatory analyses of GBV. 
  • Undertake new assessment missions as necessary/appropriate to determine the magnitude and scope of GBV and identify strategic inter-sectoral approaches for addressing it.
  • In collaboration with national and international GBV actors, map current institutional response capacities, including facilitating mapping of GBV-specific 5Ws.
  • Produce GBV dashboards, interactive maps, infographics reflecting 5W and other partners capacity mapping results
  • Document best practices and approaches for responding to issues of GBV in order to deepen the knowledge base among relevant partners.
  • If necessary, develop monthly report formats that capture relevant information that support the analysis and evaluation of GBV Coordination progress and outcomes.
  • Prepare regular analytical reports on emerging issues.
  • Develop an information and data management system on the mandate of the GBV Sub-Sector including information support for Syria GBV AoR partners
  • Facilitate intersections between GBV AoR and other humanitarian sectors Information  management working groups.
  • Support HNO and HRP data collection and analysis, Indicators and Targets definition, and monitor all HRP related tracking processes
  • Support the design of audience specific GBV referral pathways information materials
  • Support data collection, analysis, for the WGSS effectiveness assessment and virtual WGSS adaptation to Syria
  • Assist with any other activity(ies) related to information management.
  • Represent GBV AoR in the IMWG

GBV Sub-Sector interventions Support

• Support the GBV Sub-sector coordinator to prepare and conduct GBV Sub-Sector coordination meetings
• Provide accurate, complete and up-to-date information for effective GBV Sub-Sector coordination, in support of  budget preparation, programme and project design, implementation, management and evaluation purposes.
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• In close coordination with the GBV Sub-Sector Coordinator, ensure that GBV Sub-Sector coordination related progress reports and annual work plans are prepared in a timely manner, and that effective technical assistance is provided, particularly when sharing the relevant information with concerned partners.

Capacity building:

• Encourage and support member organizations of the GBV Sub-Sector in the use of different tools such as mapping tools, 5W, etc..
• Strengthen the capacities of local actors on information management and compliance with data protection protocols.
• Develop online secondary GBV data collection tools and train on the use of these tools.
• Strengthen the capacities of members of the GBV Sub-Sector  on the production and communication of GBV data.

Knowledge Sharing and Communications

• Ensure appropriate knowledge sharing with donors, media and with all strategic partners is effectively promoted.
• Ensure gender and sex aggregated data and inputs relevant to the GBV Sub-sector are provided.
• Ensure effective communication and networking through partnership and collaboration; as well as help strengthen coordination amongst GBV partners.

Qualifications and Skills Required:

• Advanced technical degree in social sciences, (e.g. in public health, humanitarian affairs, political science, development studies, demography or a related field) or the equivalent combination of education and experience in a related area.
• Professional experience in IM for the humanitarian sector, including secondary data reviews, 3/4/5W reporting, gap analysis, etc.
• Familiarity with Excel, desktop publishing software, dashboards and interactive maps design, and basic website management.
• Professional experience with GBV or any other aspect of protection in emergencies, including demonstrated understanding of monitoring and evaluation (M&E).
• Demonstrated understanding of the survivor-centered approach to GBV programming, particularly in the context of information management (i.e. GBVIMS training).
• Knowledge of the Cluster Approach and the Transformative Agenda systems and procedures.
• Knowledge of humanitarian architecture.
• Ability to synthesize large amounts of information into concise, effective resources for decision-making and advocacy purposes.
• Strong interest and motivation for inter-agency coordination.
• Flexibility, diplomacy, leadership, cultural sensitivity and the ability to work well both alone and in teams.
• Proficiency in English required. Other UN languages are an asset.

CANADEM and its partners have a no-tolerance policy for inaction to prevent, respond to and follow up on alleged cases of Sexual Exploitation, Abuse, and Harassment (SEAH). For this reason, we adhere to all policies, procedures and training of the United Nations on The Prevention of Sexual Exploitation, Abuse, and Harassment (PSEAH). CANADEM mandates all deployees successfully complete the PSEA online course. This e-learning course is composed of a set of lessons designed to raise awareness about SEAH, become familiar with a range of measures to combat SEAH, understand the impact on victims and the consequences for UN Personnel who commit Sexual Exploitation, Abuse, and Harassment.