WPE Manager – GBV, SRH and MHPSS Programming

About the role

The International Rescue Committee (IRC) is recruiting a WPE Manager for its work in Sittwe Township and mobile emergency response to new sites of displacement in Rakhine. The role manages and oversees WPE programming, including GBV prevention, SRH integration, MHPSS and life-skills safe spaces for women and girls, and ensures programmes are delivered on time and on budget. It reports to the Senior WPE Manager and supervises response officers, prevention officers, Senior Adolescent Girls workers and programme assistants.

Key responsibilities

• Ensure survivor response, case management and psychosocial interventions follow best practice, and that prevention activities follow technical guidelines
• Assess the GBV situation in Central Rakhine and build a holistic programme; ensure ethical data collection and management
• Provide technical training to IRC WPE and non-WPE staff and lead the rollout of new prevention interventions
• Recruit and supervise programme staff, build their capacity and organise training
• Manage multiple grants, prepare work plans, and write narrative and financial reports for donors
• Coordinate with IRC Health, Protection and ERD teams, UN and NGO partners, and attend GBV sub-cluster meetings
• Contribute to donor reports, concept notes and proposals, and support information collection and advocacy on health gaps

Required profile

• Bachelor's degree in Social Science, Gender Studies, Public Health, Humanities or a related field
• At least 3 years of professional experience in INGOs implementing community-based activities and managing teams
• Previous work with a women's organisation or international NGO preferred
• Fluent Burmese and strong English; good written and spoken English with report-writing skills
• Ability to work and travel in remote areas and to uphold safeguarding, PSEA and Do-No-Harm principles

Required skills

• Good knowledge of budget management
• Microsoft Office
• Team leadership, stakeholder relations and community facilitation