Protection Monitors at HIAS Refugee Trust of Kenya

DEPARTMENT: Gender & GBV

SUPERVISOR: Project Officer

START DATE: 1st March 2022

END DATE: 30th November 2022

POSITION SUMMARY:

HIAS Kenya seeks to recruit Protection Monitors to contribute to a project, whose goal is: ‘Improved access to, and uptake of, Sexual and Reproductive Health (SRH) services for Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender and Queer (LGBTQ) refugees of reproductive age in Nairobi’. The project seeks to contribute to:

· Improved enabling environment among LGBTQ refugees in Nairobi

· Enhanced capacity of LGBTQ refugees to address their Sexual and Reproductive Health and Rights (SRHR) issues

· Enhanced capacity for LGBTQ community-based organizations (CBOs) to advocate for their SRHR in Nairobi

The protection monitors will be drawn from the areas surrounding the 3 HIAS site /outreach offices. These include Isinya, Rongai, Matasia, Kasarani, Githurai, Gikambura, Njiru, Kawangware, Mwiki, Eastleigh etc.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

1. Assist in the mobilization of community members for the project roll-out and close-out meetings, relevant trainings and community-based discussions on Sexual and Reproductive Health (SRH)
2. Assist in mobilization for registration and enrolment of sexual and gender minority refugees and asylum seekers into the National Hospital Insurance Fund (NHIF), provision of cash-based transport allowance to LGBTQ led CBOs for access to SRH services, provision of personal protective equipment (PPEs) and hygiene packs to the LGBTQ refugee and asylum seeker community
3. Participate in relevant trainings relating to SRHR as guided by HIAS project team
4. Support in collection of accurate data and dissemination of information to the sexual and gender minority community as guided by HIAS
5. Work with peer educators to monitor and document interventions regarding SRHR and HIV/AIDs within the sexual and gender minority refugee community and report findings in follow up meetings with designated HIAS staff
6. Facilitate access to, and referrals for, appropriate LGBTQ-friendly medical/health services for the sexual and gender minority refugees and asylum seekers that is inclusive of counselling, HIV testing and administration of Pre-Exposure Prophylaxis (PrEP) and Post Exposure Prophylaxis (PEP)
7. Assist in creating and establishing sustainable community networks with sexual and gender minority refugees and asylum seekers within the urban area
8. Create and support with the collaborative opportunities that sexual and gender minority refugees and asylum seekers can benefit from
9. Link the sexual and gender minority refugee and asylum seeker community to community-based psychosocial support from designated CBOs

QUALIFICATIONS & REQUIREMENTS:

Education

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

Experience

Not less than three months’ work experience, preferably with an NGO. Experience in the field of refugee protection and assistance to sexual and gender minorities from the refugee community is an added advantage

Skills

1. Must be part of the sexual and gender minority community.
2. Must not be in leadership or management, including the boards, in any refugee-led CBO.
3. Must have basic literacy and numeracy skills.
4. Demonstrated experience on working with gender issues and/or SRHR.
5. Should be well integrated to the dynamics, needs and challenges of members of the sexual and gender minority community.
6. Ability to work with members of the community with little or no supervision.
7. Good/basic working knowledge and experience of navigating STI/HIV care services.
8. Demonstrated experience on SRHR.
9. Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
10. Basic computer literacy.
11. Strong training skills in community development and working with refugees.
12. Knowledge in Accountability to Affected Populations
13. Knowledge in PSEA

Language

1. Proficiency in English or Kiswahili and either, Luganda, Kinyamulenge, French, Somali, Amharic, Tigrinya, Oromo and Kinyarwanda or any other major language spoken within the refugee community.
2. 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.

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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.