Programme Associate -GBV (Closing date 10-Oct-2026)

The Programme Associate (GBV) position, based in Karachi, plays a vital role within the Protection Unit, supporting gender-based violence (GBV) prevention and response efforts under the Canada Project in Sindh province. Reporting directly to the Senior Programme Associate (GBV), the incumbent will assist in coordinating, implementing, and monitoring GBV risk mitigation and survivor-centered services for vulnerable populations, particularly women and girls. This role contributes to promoting gender equality and empowering survivors through effective case management, community engagement, and collaboration with partners and stakeholders.

Key Responsibilities

- Support the planning, implementation, monitoring, and reporting of GBV activities in Karachi in close coordination with the Programme Officer (GBV), National Officer (GBV), and Senior Programme Associate.
- Provide age-appropriate, survivor-centered GBV case management services, including needs assessment, basic counseling, care and safety plan development, and assistance in accessing additional services according to Client’s SOPs and Inter-Agency GBV Case Management Guidelines.
- Maintain accurate and confidential case records using standardized information management systems such as GBVIMS, and participate in case review meetings and coaching sessions to ensure quality service delivery.
- Inform community members about available services and support survivors through referral, accompaniment, service coordination, follow-up, and participation in referral pathways.
- Plan and conduct awareness-raising sessions on GBV and protection risks to challenge negative social and gender norms.
- Map local services, coordinate safe referrals (medical, legal, social, shelter), and accompany clients when necessary.
- Establish and maintain relationships with government stakeholders, community leaders, humanitarian partners, and service providers to enhance access to services and support for survivors.
- Prepare and submit timely, high-quality activity reports, ensuring adherence to data protection and information-sharing protocols to safeguard privacy and confidentiality.
- Identify and document good practices and lessons learned, contribute to the development of Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) on GBV, and support new GBV project development.
- Assist the Humanitarian, Resilience and Recovery Division (HRRD) and Protection Unit with additional tasks such as field visits, key informant interviews, focus group discussions, and awareness sessions as required.

Required Qualifications

- Bachelor’s degree or equivalent in development studies, social sciences, gender studies, law, human rights, or a related field from an accredited institution, with at least 2 years of relevant professional experience.
- Experience working on general protection, child protection, and gender-based violence, including direct engagement with beneficiaries.
- Familiarity with protection and GBV information management is an asset.
- Strong understanding of the protection and GBV sector in Pakistan, including challenges, priorities, referral pathways, and principles of safe referrals.
- Experience providing technical guidance and capacity building on protection, GBV, child protection, and related cross-cutting issues.
- Knowledge of data protection principles and ethical handling of confidential information.
- Advanced computer skills, including proficiency in MS Word, PowerPoint, and Excel.
- Awareness of the Afghanistan crisis in Pakistan and related issues affecting Afghan migrants and host communities.

Preferred Qualifications

- In-depth knowledge of migration-related issues and UN/bilateral donor programming.
- Understanding of financial rules and regulations.
- Fluency in English and Urdu (oral and written) is required.
- Working knowledge of Pashtu, Dari, or other local languages is desirable.
- Proficiency in French or Spanish is considered an advantage.

This position offers an opportunity to contribute meaningfully to the protection and empowerment of vulnerable populations affected by GBV, within a reputable inter-governmental organization committed to humane and orderly migration.