GBV Peer Memntors at HIAS Refugee Trust of Kenya

DEPARTMENT: Gender & GBV

SUPERVISOR: Gender & GBV Officer

START DATE: 1st March 2022

END DATE: 14th September 2022

POSITION SUMMARY:

HIAS Kenya seeks to recruit Peer Mentors to assist in provision of protection interventions for survivors of Gender-Based Violence (GBV) in the community.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

1. Assist in the mobilization of community members for community forums and sensitization campaigns in the communities like international Women’s Day and 16 Days of Gender Activism.
2. Support in sharing of information to the community on Gender-Based Violence in various project forums.
3. Assist with translation for refugees in the community during activities as may be required.
4. Accompany refugees who are survivors of GBV to access medical services at the hospital, legal or security services at the police station.
5. Provide sensitization to the refugee community on GBV prevention, risk reduction and where to access response services.
6. Identify and refer survivors of GBV for appropriate response services and provide regular follow-up on each case.
7. Monitor and document GBV trends in the community and report on the same to designated HIAS staff.
8. Attend regular supervision meetings and other meetings as required.

QUALIFICATIONS & REQUIREMENTS:

Education

1. O – Level education certificate
2. Any other relevant training

Experience

No less than three months’ work experience, preferably with an NGO. Experience in the field of refugee protection and assistance a distinct advantage.

Skills

1. Demonstrated experience on working with survivors of GBV.
2. Should have an understanding of the minimum services required for a survivor of GBV.
3. Should have skills in Psychological First Aid.
4. Basic literacy and numeracy skills.
5. Good working knowledge of the community needs and gaps.
6. Ability to work with members of the community with little or no supervision.
7. Computer literacy.
8. Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
9. Strong training skills in community development and working with survivors of GBV will be an added advantage.
10. Knowledge in Accountability to Affected Populations
11. Knowledge in PSEA

Language

Proficiency in English or Kiswahili. Proficiency in English is MANDATORY and will be an added advantage.

DISCLAIMER:

This job description is intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed. It is not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, skills required or permanent location. Location is subject to change based on programmatic needs. Flexibility is essential as we grow and develop. The successful candidate must be comfortable in a fast-paced, changing work environment with many crucial deadlines. All team members may be required to perform duties outside of their normal work hours of responsibilities as needed.

SAMPLE HIRING PROCESS:

We are committed to a fair and respectful hiring process, and we do our absolute best to respond to every applicant. We prioritize communication and transparency with all candidates, even those who are not moving forward. Here’s a snapshot of our hiring process:

Step 1: Submit your application!

Step 2: Phone screen with a Human Resources staff person.

Step 3: Interview with the hiring manager.

Step 4: Interview with a panel of HIAS employees.

Step 5: Reference check.

Step 6: Offer and background check.

Step 7: Start your professional journey with HIAS!

Note: Some of our hiring processes may vary, and not all candidates will advance to each step.

VALUES:

1. Welcome • Acogimiento • Hospitalité • הכנסת אורחים (Hachnasat Orchim)
2. We Welcome the Stranger
3. Justice • Justicia • Justice • צדק (Tzedek)
4. We Pursue Justice
5. Empathy • Empatía • Empathie • חסד (Chesed)
6. We Approach our Clients with Empathy
7. Partnership • Compañerismo • Coopération • חברותא (Chevruta)
8. We Believe in Changing the World through Partnership
9. Courage • Coraje • Courage • אומץ (Ometz)
10. We Act with Courage to Build a Better World
11. Resilience • Resiliencia • Résilience • רוח (Ruach)
12. We Adapt and Thrive, Continuously Demonstrating our Resilience

DIVERSITY:

HIAS is committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace. All qualified applicants will be considered for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, ethnic background, ancestry, citizenship status, religious creed, age, sex, gender, sexual orientation, physical disability, mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, marital status, registered domestic partner or civil union status, familial status, pregnancy, childbirth, military status, protected veteran status, political orientation or other legally protected status.