Junior GBV Worker

Position Title: Junior GBV Worker
Location: Mardin, Turkiye
Duration: 10 months
Employment Type: Full-time

About us:

RET is committed to working in emergencies, in protracted crises, and in fragile contexts to alleviate the deepest sufferings, build people’s resilience and enhance their self-reliance.

We believe we are amongst the leading NGOs to provide tailor-made solutions and relevant programs to bridge the gaps and respond to the real needs and challenges of the communities.

We assume a decisive catalytic role in sustainable development. We aim to provoke significant positive change, enabling particularly vulnerable youth and young women to take control of their lives and fulfil their social and economic rights.

We stand with people, with refugees, returnees, Internally Displaced Persons (IDP’s), alongside the host communities adopting the fundamental principles of humanity, impartiality, neutrality, and independence.

Job Summary

We are seeking a motivated and compassionate Junior GBV ( Gender-Based Violence) Worker to join our team in Mardin. The position focuses on providing direct support, awareness-raising, and capacity-building activities to address the risks, prevention, and response to GBV within refugee and host communities. The Junior GBV Worker will work closely with women and girls, as well as engage men and boys to foster understanding and support in preventing GBV. This position will play a critical role in ensuring the delivery of high-quality services that promote social cohesion and resilience.

Key Responsibilities

• Support and Case Management:
  • Assist in identifying and supporting survivors of GBV, ensuring adherence to confidentiality and survivor-centered principles.
  • Provide basic psychosocial support and make referrals to appropriate services, such as legal aid, health care, or specialized counseling.
• Awareness and Training:
  • Conduct awareness-raising sessions on GBV risks, prevention, and response for community members.
  • Support the delivery of training sessions to women, men, and youth on topics such as gender equality, healthy relationships, and GBV mitigation strategies.
• Community Engagement:
  • Collaborate with community groups and leaders to promote GBV prevention and response mechanisms.
  • Participate in planning and implementing community events to enhance understanding of GBV and its impact.
• Monitoring and Reporting:
  • Collect and document data related to program activities, ensuring accuracy and confidentiality.
  • Prepare regular reports on activities, challenges, and progress for review by the Project Coordinator.
• Collaboration:
  • Work closely with other team members, including Protection Specialist, social workers, and trainers.
  • Maintain effective communication with local authorities, partner organizations, and stakeholders as needed.

Qualifications

Education and Experience:

• Bachelor’s degree in Social Work, Psychology, Gender Studies, or a related field.
• Previous experience (minimum 1 year) in community engagement or GBV-related work, especially with vulnerable populations, is an advantage.
• Knowledge of GBV principles, survivor-centered approaches, and referral pathways.

Skills and Competencies:

• Strong interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to work respectfully with diverse groups.
• Understanding of gender dynamics and sensitivity to cultural contexts.
• Good organizational skills and the ability to prioritize tasks effectively.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).

Languages:

• Fluency in Turkish is required.
• Proficiency in Arabic and/or Kurdish is an asset.
• Basic English skills are preferred.

Personal Attributes

• Empathy, patience, and a strong commitment to supporting vulnerable populations.
• Team player with a proactive and collaborative attitude.
• Flexibility to work in challenging and dynamic environments.

Notes:

While applying, we kindly request candidates to include “GBV MARDİN [Name and Surname]” in the subject line of their email.

Additionally, please ensure that your CV and cover letter file names include your own name, formatted as follows: Name Surname_CV.

Due to the high volume of applications, RET may not be able to respond to all candidates individually. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted for an interview.