Program Manager, GBV, Child Safety Specialist

2 months ago


Silver Spring, Maryland, United States HIAS Full time
Job Title: Program Manager, GBV, Child Safety

About the Role:

HIAS is seeking a highly skilled and experienced Program Manager to lead our GBV, Child Safety, and Wellness initiatives. The successful candidate will be responsible for coordinating the implementation of MHPSS, WE, GBV, LGBTQIA+, and youth-focused social integration programs across the HIAS network.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Collaborate with the Senior Program Manager, MHPSS & Holistic Services, and other HIAS staff to develop and implement program strategies.
  • Work closely with HIAS' U.S. partner agencies, technical leads, and implementing staff to ensure that local needs are prioritized and addressed.
  • Provide programmatic support related to GBV, LGBTQIA+, and child welfare, including developing or improving existing processes, curriculums, materials, and tools.
  • Offer subject matter expertise in GBV prevention and promotion, child safety and wellness, and family strengthening supports to HIAS affiliates and external partners.
  • Review and share program-specific tools and resources, and work with the Technical Team to contextualize and adapt global best practices for U.S. application.
  • Support affiliate relationships, provide oversight, capacity training, and technical assistance to implementing sites related to GBV, child protection, and welfare, displaced youth, and LGBTQIA+ populations.
  • Ensure quality data collection, provide training, and offer technical guidance, capacity building, and ongoing support as needed related to program evaluation.
  • Develop and improve upon U.S.-focused program documents (standards, guidelines, and program implementation tools) to strengthen HIAS' GBV, LGBTQIA+, and youth-focused programs.
  • Provide thought leadership to support the advancement of holistic services and integration of GBV, LGBTQIA+, and child welfare and youth intervention programs across the HIAS network.

Requirements:

  • MSW or related graduate degree required.
  • 4-6 years of relevant work experience.
  • Adult education and group facilitation skills.
  • Lived experience as a refugee or immigrant will bring a valuable perspective.
  • Demonstrated experience applying IASC gender-based violence guidelines.
  • Demonstrated ability to train staff and implement with partners on gender and GBV, including excellent communication and presentation skills.
  • Collaborative, flexible team player with the ability to think critically about solutions to gaps in economic inclusion programming.
  • Excellent interpersonal, written, and oral communication skills, including the ability to regularly communicate with, motivate, and support field-based staff.

What We Offer:

HIAS is a global organization that provides critical support to refugees and asylum seekers. We offer a dynamic and inclusive work environment, competitive salary, and opportunities for professional growth and development.



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