Functional Responsibilities:

• Support the GBV/PSEA Specialist to roll out the implementation of the Project’s GBV/PSEA Action Plan in close consultation with the government and implementing partners;
• Report on all activities related to the GBV/PSEA Action Plan;
• Monitor IPs regarding the implementation of the GBV/SEA Action Plan and the activities related to the Social Services work package;
• Oversee, monitor and report on GBV/PSEA related indicators in the E&S safeguards instruments;
• Undertake follow-up monitoring to ensure that proposed GBV/PSEA mitigation measures are implemented according to the E&S safeguards instruments and the GBV/SEA Action Plan by all stakeholders engaged in NCRP implementation;
• Conduct supervision and monitoring field visits to sites, where applicable;
• Assist on developing and delivering a series of spot checks to ensure mitigation measures are properly implemented in line with the guidelines;
• Contribute to general project reporting requirements;
• Ensure that all project workers understand and sign a Code of Conduct;
• Maintain an up to date map / list of all GBV service providers in the Project area;
• Establish and maintain partnerships with all GBV Service Providers in the Project area and refer affected parties as relevant;
• Handle additional assignments as directed by the Supervisor.

Project Monitoring and Reporting:

• Monitor the GBV/PSEA – related activities implemented in all NCRP sites and report to the GBV/SEA Specialist accordingly;
• Provide substantive inputs to assist the GBV/PSEA Specialist in the preparation of project reports and documents;
• Maintain records of project files and other supporting documents on the shared drive as per the organization guideline for record keeping;
• Enter data into the offline project (risk, lessons and issues management excel sheets) to be captured as part of the GBV/PSEA CheckPoint Reports;
• Support on the compilation, consolidation and analysis of relevant data for regular Unit reports and stage plans;
• On behalf of the GBV/PSEA Specialist, participate in periodic visits to the project sites within Mozambique to review compliance with recognized procedures;
• Take minutes of regular meetings with the Implementing Partners WB, GBV AoR and PSEA network and follow up on action points;
• Any other related tasks assigned by the Supervisor

Project Implementation:

• Support the Social Cohesion component & Gender Based Violence/ Sexual Exploitation and Abuse Specialist in ensuring UNOPS Policies and Procedures, PSEA Rules and Regulations are adhered to for efficient project implementation and progress;
• Monitor the unit work plan and alert the GBV/SEA Specialist on activity end dates and reporting requirements of the component;
• Facilitate information flows and keep records of all relevant information and communication (internal and external) in the Unit’s Google drive under the project-level drive;.
• Collaborate closely with case management teams psychosocial workers to ensure that case management reflects protection principles and provide survivor -centered options;
• Follow up with IPs to ensure that GBV/PSEA specific cases are receiving quality services according to the human right principles and guidelines from point-of-contact until discharge of survivor;
• Ensure that multi-sectoral services delivered by implementing partners are run according to minimum standards, best practices regarding the GBV/PSEA issues;
• Assist in working with the women safe spaces/centers assistant and the communities in developing and disseminating service availability messages.

Knowledge Management and Innovation:

• Support the compilation of lessons learned regarding the GBV/SEA issues;
• Contribute to the dissemination and sharing of best practices and lessons learned;
• Maintain records of project files and activity reports, soft and hard copy where required;

Impact of Results

The effective and successful achievement of results by the Gender Equality Officer directly affects the overall efficiency of the individual team’s provision of project services, impacting the office’s capacity to efficiently and effectively implement the GBV/PSEA Action Plan of the project. Timely and accountable delivery of services, ensures client satisfaction and promotes the ability of UNOPS to combat all forms of discrimination against women and girls and credibility of the team and office as an effective service provider in project services and management. This enhances UNOPS’ competitive position as a partner of choice in sustainable development and project services in the country/region served.

Education/Experience/Language requirements:

Education

• First degree in International Relations, Social Sciences, Human Rights, Gender Studies or other relevant disciplines with two (2) years of relevant professional experience is required;
• Master’s Degree in International Relations, Social Sciences, Human Rights, Gender Studies or other relevant disciplines is an asset.

Experience

• A minimum of two (2) years of relevant work experience in GBV/PSEA programming, project implementation, monitoring and reporting is required.
• Previous experience in a humanitarian or development project in UN system will be an advantage.
• Experience/knowledge of web-based applications and Google Suite products, especially google forms, sheets, docs and slides is an asset;.
• Ability to meet tight deadlines and work independently without supervision is an asset.

Language

• Fluency in written, reading and spoken English is required;
• Fluency in written, reading and spoken Portuguese is required;
• Knowledge of local languages of Northern Mozambique (Emacua, Kimuane, Ximakonde, Kiswahili) will be an advantage.