Program Officer Gender Based Violence at Hikima Community Mobilization and Development Initiative

Job Summary 

The Gender and Adolescent girls’ officer of the organization will be working directly with CBM technical team and other Implementing partners to support community case workers, caregivers, community stakeholders to implement programs that are culturally acceptable and age-appropriate to promote gender mainstreaming in the project communities.

Job Responsibilities

• Develop and implement strategies to enhance support services for individuals affected by gender-based violence and mental health challenges.
• Coordinate with stakeholders and partners to ensure effective implementation of programmes addressing GBV, mental health, and psychosocial support.
• Supervise and support staff at the Katsina office to ensure efficient operations and delivery of quality services in the areas of GBV, mental health, and psychosocial support.
• Report regularly to the Senior Programme officer in Katsina on progress, challenges, and achievements in addressing GBV, mental health, and psychosocial support.
• Prepare and submit comprehensive quarterly and annual reports to donors to demonstrate impact and accountability in the GBV/MHSS programmes.
• Represent the organization at meetings, conferences, and events related to GBV, mental health, and psychosocial support initiatives as assigned by the line Manager.
• Monitor and evaluate programme activities addressing GBV, mental health, and psychosocial support to assess effectiveness, identify gaps, and recommend improvements.
• Ensure compliance with organizational policies, donor requirements, and best practices in addressing gender-based violence, mental health, and psychosocial support.