Supervisor, Gender Based Violence (GBV) Casework at International Medical Corps (IMC)


International Medical Corps is a global, humanitarian, nonprofit organization dedicated to saving lives and relieving suffering through health care training and relief and development programs. Established in 1984 by volunteer doctors and Nurses, International Medical Corps is a private, voluntary, nonpolitical, nonsectarian organization. Its mission is to improve the quality of life through health interventions and related activities that build local capacity in under-served communities worldwide.
Job Title: Supervisor, Gender Based Violence (GBV) Casework
Location: Bama, Borno
Employment Type: Full-time
Category: Gender Based Violence (GBV)
Job Summary
- The Supervisor, GBV Casework will ensure quality provision of GBV case management and psychosocial support services to GBV survivors to conflict-affected and displaced women and girls and survivors of GBV.
- The Supervisor, GBV Casework will train, coach, and support GBV Caseworkers and strengthen systems of support for GBV survivors.
- To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential function with or without reasonable accommodation.
Main Tasks And Responsibilities
Capacity Building and Service Oversight:
- Train GBV Caseworkers, in line with the Inter-Agency GBV Case Management Guidelines and International Medical Corps’ GBV Standards.
- Train GBV Caseworkers to respond to child survivors, in line with Caring for Child Survivors of Sexual Abuse
- Coach GBV Caseworkers though regular group and individual sessions
- Conduct routine case review meetings
- Conduct regular supportive supervision sessions for quality assurance and to identify capacity gaps and needs
- Develop tailored capacity building plans for GBV Caseworkers, including plans for self-learning.
- Support GBV Caseworkers as required to respond effectively to cases, including direct service provision and coordination and advocacy with other service providers.
- Oversee distribution of material and cash assistance to survivors and vulnerable women and girls
- Support trainings of other service providers who may interact with vulnerable women and girls and GBV survivors.
- Contribute to the development and effectiveness of GBV referral systems/pathways.
Human Resources Management:
- Recruit and supervise GBV Caseworkers
- Create a safe and supportive environment for GBV Caseworkers
- Develop support strategies for GBV Caseworkers, foster teambuilding, and support principles of self-care.
Monitoring and Reporting:
- Seek and analyse feedback from clients and adapt services accordingly
- Oversee post-distribution monitoring
- Oversee service documentation
- Ensure strict data protection and information-sharing protocols to protect the privacy, confidentiality, and safety of survivors
- Contribute to internal and external reports.
Coordination, Advocacy and Representation:
- Coordinate regularly with GBV leadership team and participate, as required, in broader team meetings
- Mobilize stakeholders to strengthen coordination and safe access to services for survivors
- Promote a survivor-centred approach in all internal and external coordination meetings
- Organize case management meetings, as required, with other service providers
- Coordinate with MHPSS, child protection, health, and other sectors to strengthen integration and referrals
- Represent program goals and GBV standards.
Security and Conduct:
- Ensure compliance with security protocols and policies
- Foster a safe and supportive working environment for all GBV staff and partners
- Exemplify core principles of GBV programming, including respect, non-discrimination, responsible use of power, nonviolence, and promotion of gender equality
- Contribute to the positive image and overall credibility of the program and organization, notably through adherence to the Code of Conduct and Ethics, including compliance with anti-harassment, safeguarding and PSEA policies
- Perform other duties as assigned.
- The duties and responsibilities listed in this document are representative of the nature and level of work assigned and not necessarily all inclusive.
Minimum Qualifications
- Typically, a Degree in a related field.
- An equivalent combination of relevant education and experience may be substituted as appropriate.
- Typically, 3+ years of experience working as a GBV caseworker.
- GBV Case Management experience required.
- Relevant academic experience such as social work preferred.
- Demonstrated commitment to core principles of GBV programming, including gender equality and survivor-centered support services.
- Familiarity with GBV Case Management standards and tools
- Training and facilitation experience
- Commitment to championing survivors
- Good interpersonal and advocacy skills
- Very good listening and communication skills
- Familiarity with government and NGO service providers preferred.
- Ability to exercise sound judgment, remain flexible, and apply experience and guidance to evolving challenges.
Application Dealine: 15th October, 2025.
METHOD OF APPLICATION
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