GBV Project Manager

FUNCTION AND JOB DESCRIPTION

Management and implementation of the project activities, from substantive, administrative and financial points of view, applying strategic planning of project activities.

Program Implementation and Capacity Development

• Ensure that an effective and adequate response is given to all cases of child protection and gender-based violence identified by the project team.
• Identify and reinforce existing support mechanisms and work closely with local counterparts to ensure community and cultural appropriateness of activities.
• Strengthen case management and referral systems
• Work with teams and communities to develop appropriate prevention and awareness-raising/behavior change strategies
• Supervise the work of the project teams in Bamenda, Mbouda, Santa and Bafoussam.
• Make frequent trips to the project areas to monitor project activities, identify opportunities and constraints and make any necessary adjustments, including capacity building;

Coordination

• Coordinate with local and international NGOs, UN agencies and other stakeholders to ensure holistic support for survivors, including participation in strengthening GBV SOPs and referral pathways
• Ensure the implementation of all social project activities within deadlines and standards required by MdM-CH procedures (protection of children, GBV, education and strengthening of the economic power of victims of GBV and case management);
• Actively participate in protection/GBV working groups and contribute to interagency initiatives as well as promoting MdM-CH as a leader agency in GBV
• Ensure maximum visibility of MdM-CH and relevant donors

Monitoring, Reporting and representing

• Ensure accurate data collection of field activities.
• Participate in writing financial reports of the project.
• Write monthly/quarterly/semester/annual narrative reports.
• Represent MdM-CH in all interactions with the public services and partners.

Human Resources Management

• Assist in the selection, training and support of qualified program staff
• Develop support strategies for staff and introduce principles of self-care
• Ensure good coaching for strengthening the capacities of staffs;
• Ensure good management of the project premises and assets.

Financial Management

•  Review work, spending and procurement plans in line with MdM-CH’s financial pipelines.
• Ensure compliance with donor financial regulations.
• Validating field expenses before transmission

PROFILE:

Academic qualifications:

• GCE A levels with at least 4 years of university training in +social and/or legal sciences.
• Additional training in project management will be an asset.

Work experience:

• At least two (2) years’ experience of working as a GBV Project Manager is required.
• Experience of working in the North West or South West is required;
• Previous experience of working in an international NGO will be of addedadvantage.

Skills required for the position:

• Mastery of GBV: the context and issues at the national level and in the project areas.
• Good knowledge of the project cycle and results-based management.
• Capacity to appreciate the cultural and social context. Identify and understand norms, customs and practices.
• Demonstrated ability to anticipate difficulties and be proactive.
• Promoting cooperation and a good working atmosphere within the team
• Good knowledge of the Microsoft Office suite
• Excellent written and oral communication skills in both English and French (full bilingualism is required)
• Sense of rigour in work

LIST OF DOCUMENTS TO BE SUBMITTED:

• Cover letter addressed to the General Coordinator of Doctors of the World Switzerland
• Resume (maximum three pages)
• Copies of diplomas and certificates
• Proof of experience relevant to the position (certificates of employment, diplomas, etc.)
• Three referees (name, first name, position, email and phone number)

SUBMISSION OF APPLICATIONS:

The complete file in pdf format should be sent by e-mail to the following address: recrutement.cameroun@medecinsdumonde.ch with the subject « Application for the position of GBV Project Manager ». The deadline for applications is January 26th, 2024, at 5 p.m.

Médecins du Monde will not accept any application received after the deadline or sent to an address other than that indicated above.

Médecins du Monde reserves the right not to proceed or to close this recruitment before the deadline. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.  Female candidates are particularly encouraged to apply.

Médecins du Monde is an equal opportunities employer with a fair recruitment process. The process is open to anyone who believes they meet the requirements of the job. No employee of Médecins du Monde or individual has the right to request a cash payment or the exchange of favours of any kind in return for preferential treatment in the recruitment process.