Overview

The GBV Protection Officer is responsible for delivering high-quality, survivor-centered GBV case management services and supporting GBV prevention and response activities.

Tasks Summary

• Provide technical guidance and mentorship on GBV case management principles and survivor-centered approaches.
• Promote staff well-being and facilitate reflective practices.
• Support supervision, review, and quality assurance of GBV case management services.
• Facilitate team learning and peer support.
• Conduct assessments to identify strengths and gaps in GBV response capacity.
• Monitor the quality and consistency of data collection, reporting, and data protection protocols.
• Deliver training, coaching, and on-the-job support to staff and volunteers.
• Provide direct support for complex GBV cases.
• Ensure all interventions uphold the safety, dignity, and confidentiality of survivors.
• Support GBV prevention activities, including awareness-raising and community engagement.
• Undertake other GBV or protection-related tasks as assigned.
• Support the prevention and mitigation of GBV by engaging with communities and local stakeholders.
• Contribute to capacity building of local actors and partners.
• Ensure regular maintenance and updating of GBV-related databases and monitoring tools.
• Collect and enter relevant data on GBV cases, community prevention activities, and referral mechanisms.
• Support the timely procurement of materials and resources for GBV activities.
• Compile and contribute to reports on GBV case management, prevention, and community engagement activities.

Experience Requirements

• Minimum of 2 years of experience in GBV prevention and response, including case management, community-based activities, and coordination, preferably with an international humanitarian organization.
• Demonstrated organizational skills and ability to work in complex and difficult circumstances.
• Field experience in emergency context is highly desirable.
• High level of personal initiative, analytical skills and pro-active problem solving.
• Strong interpersonal skills and ability to develop and maintain working relationships across the organization.
• Be a team player.
• Cultural sensitivity, and commitment and understanding of the values of DRC.
• Good communication skills.
• Commitment to learning and implementing organizational policies and procedures.
• Proven ability to prioritize tasks and meet deadlines.
• A sensitive approach to external representation.

Qualification Requirements

• University degree in social work, social science, law or other relevant field from a recognized institution.