Gender Based Violence (GBV) Consultant

Overview & Responsibilities

Organizational Background 

IDLO, in collaboration with other consortium members, is promoting a reformed and modernized Alternative Dispute Resolution (ADR) system through the establishment and operationalization of a new ADR Centre in Somaliland under the Programme ‘Strengthening the social contracts through Access to Justice” funded by the Government of the Netherlands (Also known as Damal Programme). The programme aims to foster the social contract in Somaliland by increasing the legitimacy of justice institutions.

The overall goal of the programme is expected to be achieved through three (3) intermediate outcomes: (1) improved access to an Alternative Dispute Resolution(ADR) mechanism and referral pathways, especially for vulnerable groups; (2) enhanced access to formal justice for vulnerable groups through holistic support to gender-based violence (GBV) survivors and affected communities; and (3) increased participation of citizens in Somaliland in accountability processes relating to the provision of security and justice. The specific mandate of each Centre is to facilitate the practice of ADR and settle claims and disputes at the community level, facilitating and increasing access to justice for the local population, particularly vulnerable categories.

The Assignment 

The short-term consultant will support the Damal program to develop Standard Operating procedures for GBV victims and survivors. The role aims to review the current referral services for survivors of Gender-Based Violence (GBV) and develop Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) for ADR centers. Furthermore, the consultant is excepted to develop Summary GBV Pocket Guide. The Summary Guide will be annexed to the SOP and will aim to provide all ADR Centres and IPs’ staff with information on how to support a GBV survivor and available GBV referral pathways. SOP and the Pocket Guide will be validated during a dedicated workshop. Once the SOP and the Pocket Guide are completed, the ADR Centres’ staff will be trained on their use.

Period of Consultancy

The consultant will be based in Hargeisa and is expected to work for 40 days.

The specific objectives

Under the direct supervision of the Field program manager, the consultant will collaborate with other Damal programme staff and implementing partners based in Somaliland. The consultant shall:

• Develop methodology and prepare a work plan for conducting the reviews with key stakeholders
• Conduct site visits to at least one ADR center and MOJ ADR Unit to observe the current referral services for Gender-Based Violence (GBV) survivors.
• Based on the review's findings, make recommendations, and develop Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) for ADR centers.
• Mapp existing referral pathways in all ADR centers to understand the challenges and limitations of existing referral pathways and barriers to accessing GBV services. The analysis result should inform the proposed referral SOP and include clear step-by-step directions, including tools/checklists for ADR centers.
• In the SOP, Define and elaborate the protocols of management of a referral system to ensure the survivor center approach is applicable both vertically and horizontally within the continuum in ADR centers in Somaliland. The protocols, tools, and referral checklist will guide the practitioner on whom to refer, how to direct, how to function the system and management, how to work a referral network at various levels, and how to coordinate;
• Present draft SOP with a GBV Pocket Guide to the service provider and other key stakeholders for review and validation
• Provide GBV SOP orientation training to the Ministry of Justice ADR unit, Damal Programme Partners, and ADR centers staff.

List of deliverables:

• Three pages Inception report detailing the proposed methodology and agreed work plan submitted within five days from the date of signing the contract
• A draft report with key recommendations from key stakeholders and institutions met
• Referral pathways map for all ADR centers
• Draft Standard Operating Procedures and the GBV Pocket Guide based on Recommendations
• Training deliverables include: a) Provide three pieces of training every three days in Hargeisa and Burao to implemented partners. b) Detailed training plan (including objectives, methodology to be adopted, training modules, and schedule) to be sent in Microsoft Word format via electronic submission to the PM within five days after the signature of the agreement. The training plan should be a minimum of 3 pages max. c) PowerPoint presentations and training approaches for participants (i.e., case studies, group work, brainstorming, discussions, etc.) are to be sent via electronic submission to the PM for review and input. d) Pre-/post-test evaluation form to be utilized for each training session and completed pre-/post-test evaluation sheets. Completed forms are to be sent via electronic submission to the PM.
• Bi-Weekly reports providing updates for activities and pieces of training, from training it should cover (composition of attendees, notable discussions, or reflections) to be submitted to the PM every Monday morning. Reports will be a maximum of 2 pages and will be submitted electronically in Microsoft Word format. A sample template will be provided.
• Report on assignment, including an analysis of consultancy achievements, pre/post evaluation results, challenges, lessons learned, and recommendations for the future. The report should be at least ten pages in length and will be submitted electronically within 15 days of completion of activities to the PM in Microsoft Word format.

Competencies

To deliver these objectives mentioned above and the associated scope of work, IDLO is searching for a candidate with the following skills and experience:

• Excellent knowledge of GBV, Justice, and Legal Issues in Somaliland. IDLO and its partners operate in complex environments and deliver diverse projects. To deliver long-term outcomes (scale-up, replication, sustainability, etc.) and help the program develop a reputation for excellence (responsive, pioneering, professional, etc.), the successful candidate must demonstrate a deep conceptual understanding of GBV, Justice, and Legal Issues in Eastern Somaliland.
• Extensive experience in developing and operating GBV, Justice, and Legal Issues in Eastern regions of Somaliland. The Damal program is setting up a number of ADR centers and Capacity development for local IPs. The successful candidate is expected to develop training material, templates, tools, forms, etc. The successful candidate must demonstrate a proven track record of delivery, allowing them to build on this work and fully develop, implement, and manage effective ADR-related capacity support.

Job Requirements

Ideal Candidate profile

• Proven experience in drafting training materials, SOPs, reports and manuals.
• Proven experience in addressing gender inequality and gender-based violence in multiple contexts.
• Five years of work experience in the gender field, access to justice, legal field, and other related fields.
• Advanced Master’s degree and equivalent education in Gender, Law, Social work, International Human Rights, or any other related field.

Language Skills 

• Fluent oral and writing skills in English and Somali.

Terms & Conditions

Applications will be screened regularly; a qualified applicant might be recruited before the deadline. In the interest of making the most effective use of resources, only the short-listed candidates will be contacted during the selection process. IDLO is an Equal Opportunity Employer and values diversity in all areas of its operations. We welcome applications from qualified and diverse candidates. IDLO is committed to achieving a 50/50 gender balance at all levels within its workforce. Female candidates are strongly encouraged to apply for IDLO vacancies. IDLO does not tolerate sexual exploitation or abuse, any kind of harassment, including harassment of a sexual nature, or discrimination. As such, IDLO will conduct careful reference and background checks of all selected candidates as part of its selection process.

Application deadline is 14 June 2023 (23:59 hrs Rome time).

DISCLAIMER
The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of the work being performed by the employee assigned to this work. This is not an exhaustive list of all duties and responsibilities. All applications will be treated with the strictest confidentiality and in compliance with IDLO’s policy on personal data protection. The Director-General of IDLO reserves the right to amend and change responsibilities or even to cancel the recruitment to meet business and organizational needs as necessary.