Sexual and Gender-Based Violence (SGBV) Consultant

SUMMARY/OVERVIEW

Our Organization, Equitable Health Access Initiative (EHAI), is an indigenous non-governmental organization fully committed to positively impacting the human race through the implementation of highly innovative programs and projects that enhance positive, healthy, and productive living. EHAI is seeking to employ a Sexual and Gender-Based Violence First Consultant who will have the responsibility of developing a training manual, training SGBV first responders, coaching the trained responders, and creating content for the REST website as well as mobile App on The Grand Canada Challenges grant in order to meet program objectives.

OPEN TO:                  All Qualified Candidates

OPENING DATE:        January 12, 2022

CLOSING DATE:      January 26,  2022

WORK HOURS:        8am – 5pm (Monday to Sunday)
REPORTS TO:            Project Director
LOCATION:                 Lagos State

OVERALL JOB PURPOSE

The SGBV consultant will work with other team members to provide technical expertise in the development of a training curriculum and other training materials, remotely provide 24/7 Psychological first aid and effectively link survivors of SGBV to appropriate management across all intervention platforms on the REST project. The SGBV first responders will be responsible for Picking calls, responding real time on the website chatbot, and providing necessary information and guidance to women and girls.

MAIN TASK:

  • Develop training materials for the training of first responders (this will include the facilitator’s guide, participant Materials and training slides)
  • Provide Mentoring for SGBV first responders within the first 3 months of their starting work
  • Develop content for the REST web site and mobile App
  • Write periodic reports on all activities conducted on the project
  • Participate in all project meetings

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES

  • Candidates must have advanced knowledge and understanding of SBGV in the context of the environment to be considered.
  • Content development for blogs/website including search engine optimization
  • The candidate must possess highly effective communication skills and techniques, have demonstrated the ability to communicate effectively in both oral and written forms.
  • The candidate must also show very strong organizational and project management skills. She must be dependable, must have integrity, and pay attention to details.
  • Ability to use software for graphic designs and video creation
  • She must be able to display cooperation skills while working with colleagues.
  • Great capacity building skills
  • Adept at storytelling
  • Fluent in English Language and another Nigerian language

QUALIFICATION AND REQUIREMENTS

  • Candidates for the position must have a First degree in communications, behavioral science, arts, public health, or a related profession and must be vast in knowledge in the implementation of survivors on Sexual and Gender Based Violence Prevention and Management.
  • Previous experience in a similar role will be an added advantage.
  • Must be a Female.
  • She must have at least five (5) years of experience in a similar position.
  • Intermediate knowledge of the use of the computer is required.

SELECTION PROCESS 
Only shortlisted applicants will be contacted.

METHOD OF APPLICATION 
Applicants should send detailed curriculum vitae in Microsoft word format and a typewritten cover letter to the Head of Human Resources through: careers@ehainigeria.org with the job position and location clearly indicated on the cover letter and as the subject of the email.

EHAI is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, or sexual orientation.

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