GBV Expert

Job Purpose:

The GBV Expert will provide high-level technical support to strengthen the operational and strategic capacity of the Gender and Child Cell (G&CC) in addressing gender-based violence. The expert will support the integration of GBV prevention and response into G&CC systems, policies, and programming. This includes guidance on GBV policy development, implementation of survivor-centered services, technical tools creation, and staff capacity building. The role is central to institutionalizing rights-based, coordinated, and sustainable GBV interventions across sectors, ultimately improving the resilience and well-being of women, girls, and vulnerable populations.

KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES:

Technical

• Lead the integration of GBV-sensitive approaches into all G&CC interventions, policies, and SOPs, ensuring alignment with national and global standards.

• Provide ongoing mentorship and technical support to G&CC staff, district-level focal points, and implementing partners.

• Ensure programmatic alignment with national and international standards for GBV case management, MHPSS, referral systems, and survivor-centered service delivery.

• Review and update GBV coordination mechanisms, ensuring functionality, inclusiveness, confidentiality, and referral pathways are survivor-safe.

• Draft and revise policy documents, action plans, and technical briefs in consultation with relevant stakeholders to institutionalize rights-based GBV frameworks.

• Contribute to the development and contextualization of standard tools and templates for GBV data collection, risk mitigation, survivor tracking, and response monitoring.

• Conduct technical assessments and gap analyses of existing GBV interventions within the G&CC, and recommend evidence-based improvements.

• Lead the design and rollout of monitoring tools and quality assurance checklists for GBV service delivery.

• Provide expert guidance on safe information management and ethical handling of sensitive GBV-related data.

• Facilitate technical reviews of GBV-related training modules and advocacy content to ensure accuracy and cultural relevance.

• Represent the G&CC in technical working groups and GBV Sub-Cluster coordination platforms at provincial and national levels when required.

  Operational

• Develop work plans and technical guidance for institutionalizing GBV prevention and response.

• Support the design and delivery of trainings, orientation sessions, and capacity assessments.

• Provide expert-level input during hiring and on boarding of other technical staff or consultants supporting G&CC.

• Establish and maintain technical collaboration with relevant departments, civil society, and UN actors.

  Organizational

• Uphold IR’s safeguarding, PSEAH, and Do No Harm principles in all service delivery.

• Represent PDMA / G&CC with professionalism and empathy in sensitive environments.

• In depth understanding of Government & PDMA principles, values and their demonstration.

• Abide by the Anti Harassment Act 2022.

• Zero tolerance Government policy towards bribery & corruption through sensitization / empowerment of communities on coping mechanism so that they can raise voice as & when feel inappropriate.

• Strengthen a survivor-centred culture within Government Departments, stakeholders, institutions and service providers.

• Identify institutional gaps and propose sustainable strategies for long-term GBV integration.

• Support development of IEC materials and organizational documentation for dissemination.

  Qualification:

• Master’s degree in Social Sciences, Gender & Development Studies, Human Rights or relevant fields.

  Experience

• Minimum experience of similar role in NGO setup:

• Minimum 3–5 years of progressive experience in GBV programming, including technical advisory roles.

• Experience in institutional strengthening, policy development, and inter-agency coordination.

• Familiarity with GBV case management, MHPSS, and protection systems in humanitarian or development settings.

• Previous experience with Government, NGOs/INGOs or outreach programs is preferred.

  Computer Skills

• MS Office, presentation tools, and reporting systems.

• Familiarity with information management platforms and coordination tools.

  Language

• Fluency in English, Urdu and local languages is essential. Proficiency in English (speaking and writing) is required.

  Key Personal Qualities:

• Strategic thinker with strong problem-solving and communication skills.

• Respectful, ethical, and empathetic with strong commitment to survivor rights.

• Ability to navigate sensitive institutional settings with diplomacy.

• Results-driven and able to manage competing priorities under tight deadlines.

• Has a positive nature and able to overcome issues that create hindrance in achievement of entrusted goals / objectives.

• Has a learning attitude and a continuous improvement philosophy.

  Value Added Skills

• Knowledge of national protection systems and GBV frameworks in Pakistan.

• Experience in drafting high-level policy documents or institutional strategies.

• Familiarity with humanitarian coordination structures (e.g. GBV Sub-Cluster).

• Training design and facilitation skills.

• Experience in integrating gender and protection into cross-sectoral programming.

• Familiarity with humanitarian principles and gender-based programming.

  PERSON SPECIFICATION

• It is essential that the post holder shows a good understanding and sympathy with the organizational values & principles, vision and mission as well as commitment to its PSEAH (preventing sexual exploitation abuse and harassment) protocols. IR has a zero-tolerance policy towards PSEAH and don’t support any action that promotes or encourages PSEAH.

• IR is committed to preventing any type of unwanted behavior at work including sexual harassment, exploitation and abuse, lack of integrity and financial misconduct; and committed to promoting the welfare of children, young people, adults and beneficiaries with whom IR engages. IR expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment through our code of conduct. We place a high priority on ensuring that only those who share and demonstrate our values are recruited to work for us.

  Declarations # 1: I hereby confirm that I have never been involved and/or charged in violation of SEAH (Sexual Exploitation Abuse & Harassment) related concerns in my career.
  Declarations # 2: I confirm that the above information in the CV/Application is complete and correct and that any untrue or misleading information will give my employer the right to terminate any employment contract offered.
  Declarations # 3: I agree that information contained within this application and supporting documents (including "sensitive information”) may be accessed, stored and used and by the organization in accordance with the Data Protection Act 1998.
   
  Pre-employment Checks:
  Any employment with Islamic Relief will be subject to the following checks:
  * Screening clearance
  * Receipt of satisfactory references

• Our Values and Commitment to Safeguarding:
  IR is committed to preventing any type of unwanted behaviour at work including sexual harassment, exploitation and abuse, lack of integrity and financial misconduct; and committed to promoting the welfare of children, young people, adults and beneficiaries with whom IR engages. IR expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment through our code of conduct. We place a high priority on ensuring that only those who share and demonstrate our values are recruited to work for us.

• The post holder will undertake the appropriate level of training and is responsible for ensuring that they understand and work within the safeguarding policies of the organization.

• All offers of employment will be subject to satisfactory references and appropriate screening checks, which can include criminal records checks. IRW also participates in the Inter-Agency Misconduct Disclosure Scheme.
  In line with this Scheme, we will request information from job applicants’ previous employers about any findings of sexual exploitation, sexual abuse and/or sexual harassment during employment, or incidents under investigation when the applicant left employment.

• Please note, we are only able to accept applications from candidates who are eligible to live and work in Pakistan. We are unable to progress applications that would require sponsorship.

• By applying, the job applicant confirms his/her understanding of these recruitment procedures.

  
  Islamic Relief is an equal opportunities employer

  Preference will be given to Females and Local Candidates.