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1. Background Information

The United Nations Office for Project Services (UNOPS) is an operational arm of the United Nations, supporting the successful implementation of its partners' peacebuilding, humanitarian and development projects around the world.  UNOPS supports partners to build a better future by providing services that increase the efficiency, effectiveness and sustainability of peace-building, humanitarian and development projects.  Mandated as a central resource of the United Nations, UNOPS provides sustainable project management, procurement and infrastructure services to a wide range of governments, donors and United Nations organizations. 

Project Information

Following the political events in Afghanistan in August 2021, the subsequent economic collapse has led to an unprecedented humanitarian crisis putting over 24 million people in immediate need of aid. To provide immediate short-term livelihood opportunities and deliver urgent essential services in rural and urban areas, UNOPS is working with funders to implement a large-scale community resilience program. The initiative aims to reach an estimated 1.1 million households, or 7.5 million Afghans,with livelihoods and income support. In addition, 9 million Afghans in some 6,200 rural communities and 8 cities will benefit from improved access to essential social services through strengthening the capacity of community institutions in inclusive service delivery. Most recently, UNOPS added specific services in relation to the prevention of sexual exploitation and abuse and sexual harassment to the project..

Job-Specific Information       

Under the direct supervision of the Diversity and Inclusion Officer , The PSEA/SH  will support the Diversity and Inclusion Officer in designing and organizing training sessions and will deliver training sessions  on Respectful Workplace  (PSEA/SH) to contractor staff, laborers, and community members in the project area. The role focuses on building awareness and practical understanding of SEA/SH risks, prevention measures, reporting mechanisms, and survivor-centered response in line with UNOPS policies and UN standards.

The Trainers will be required to have frequent travels to provinces and rural and urban communities for conducting training sessions.  

2. Summary of Key Functions 

Specific responsibilities and duties included, but are not limited to:

1. Support the Diversity and Inclusion Senior Officer on developing and customizing training materials (presentations, handouts, posters, and other Information, Education and Communication (IEC) materials) tailored to contractor staff, laborers, and community members, ensuring consideration of language proficiency, literacy levels, and cultural sensitivities.
2. Deliver respectful workplace and PSEA/SH training sessions for contractor engineers, workers, and communities, focusing on their specific roles and responsibilities in preventing and reporting Sexual Exploitation, Abuse, and Harassment (SEA/SH) incidents in line with SEA/SH Plan,  including procedures for reporting misconduct after receiving TOT from Diversity and Inclusion Senior Officer
3. Ensure awareness and adherence to the Code of Conduct by confirming that all contractor staff and project workers have been sensitized to, and have signed, a Code of Conduct explicitly prohibiting SEA/SH, and that community members are informed on how and where to report SEA/SH grievances with the assist of Community Liaison Senior Associate
4. In close coordination of Community Liaison Senior Associate, distribute awareness  materials to training participants and community members with the objective of increasing awareness of PSEA/respectful workplace principles and procedures, and promoting safe and accessible reporting of suspected or actual SEA/SH cases.
5. Uphold strict confidentiality and ethical standards, ensuring that all discussions and activities related to SEA/SH prevention and response are conducted sensitively, securely, and in a survivor-centered manner.
6. Support Diversity and Inclusion Senior Officer in  preparation of required reports on SEA/SH prevention and response activities, as outlined in the SEA/SH Prevention and Response Plan.
7. Assist Diversity and Inclusion Senior Officer in collecting, documenting , and disseminating good practices, lesson learned and knowledge management products related to Gender-Based Violence (GBV) prevention.
8. Participate and assist in the monitoring and evaluation (M&E) of SEA/SH prevention and response interventions, including assessing the performance of contractors regarding PSEA risk mitigation and response efforts.
9. Prepare and submit training reports, including participant attendance records, and training evaluations. Facilitate TPMA’s monitoring of the SEA/SH implementation Plan.
10. Perform any other related duties as assigned by the supervisor, in line with the consultant’s expertise and the project’s objectives.

3. Qualifications and Experience

a.  Education

• A university degree (e.g. Bachelor) Business, Project Management, Law, Sociology, Development Studies, Gender or other social science is required.
• Specific gender-focused training by the UN or international non-governmental (INGOs) organizations is an asset.                      

b. Work Experience

• A minimum of 3 years of relevant experience in developing, facilitating, and delivering  training sessions and capacity-building activities in community based projects.
• Experience working with UN agencies, INGOs, NGOs, or development projects is desirable.
• Knowledge of local cultural and social contexts relevant to PSEA is an asset.

C. Language Requirements:                   

• Excellent knowledge of both written and oral English is required.
• Fluency in Pashto and/or Dari is required.

4. Reporting and site visit:  

• Experience in preparing monthly, quarterly, and annual progress reports detailing the status of GBV/SEA/SH prevention and response activities, key achievements, challenges, and lessons learned.
• Willingness and ability to travel regularly to field/project sites.

4. Competencies

Integrity & Inclusion: Treats all individuals with respect; responds sensitively to differences and encourages others to do the same.  Upholds organizational and ethical norms.  Maintains high standards of trustworthiness.  Role model for diversity and inclusion.

Leading self & Others: Acts as a positive role model contributing to the team spirit. Collaborates and supports the development of others. For people managers only: Acts as positive leadership role model, motivates, directs and inspires others to succeed, utilizing appropriate leadership styles

Partnering: Demonstrates understanding of the impact of one's own role on all partners and always puts the end beneficiary first. Builds and maintains strong external relationships and is a competent partner for others (if relevant to the role).

Result Orientation: Efficiently establishes an appropriate course of action for self and/or others to accomplish a goal. Actions lead to total task accomplishment through concern for quality in all areas. Sees opportunities and takes the initiative to act on them. Understands that responsible use of resources maximizes our impact on our beneficiaries.

Agility: Open to change and flexible in a fast paced environment. Effectively adapts one’ own approach to suit changing circumstances or requirements. Reflects on experiences and modifies own behavior. Performance is consistent, even under pressure. Always pursues continuous improvements.

Solution Focused: Evaluates data and courses of action to reach logical, pragmatic decisions.  Takes an unbiased, rational approach with calculated risks. Applies innovation and creativity to problem-solving.

Effective Communication: Expresses ideas or facts in a clear, concise and open manner.  Communication indicates a consideration for the feelings and needs of others. Actively listens and proactively shares knowledge. Handles conflict effectively, by overcoming differences of opinion and finding common ground.

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