Supervisor, WGSS

International Medical Corps; Pakistan; On-site; PKR 8,340,283 - 13,900,472; Full time

Job summary

International Medical Corps is seeking a WGSS Supervisor in Pakistan to oversee Women and Girls Safe Spaces implementation. The role involves planning, capacity building, and managing staff to ensure safe environments for women and girls.

The ideal candidate will have VAWG-related experience and strong communication skills. Responsibilities include coordinating with partners, training staff, and monitoring program effectiveness. English and local language proficiency are required.

Qualifications

• VAWG-related experience required; relevant academic experience preferred.
• Experience facilitating or managing WGSS.
• Commitment to core principles of VAWG programming.
• Familiarity with interagency standards related to WGSS programming.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills required.

Responsibilities

• Oversee implementation of Women and Girls Safe Spaces.
• Lead assessments for WGSS implementation.
• Recruit and supervise WGSS Facilitators.
• Monitor and document prevention program activities.
• Coordinate with government and local partners.

Skills

VAWG-related experience

Strong communication skills

Good interpersonal skills

Education

Relevant academic experience

Job description

Job Summary

The WGSS Supervisor will oversee implementation of Women and Girls Safe Spaces (WGSS) in a representative, supervisory and coordinating role. The WGSS Supervisor ensures that WGSS are accountable towards affected populations and operated in line with WGSS principles and objectives.

Main Tasks and Responsibilities

Program Planning

• Work closely with the VAWG Coordinator/Program Manager/Deputy Manager, staff team, local partners, and community stakeholders to plan WGSS.
• Lead assessments as required to identify appropriate locations, modalities, and approaches for WGSS implementation.
• Develop program plans prioritizing involvement of all women and girls.
• Promote consensus decision making within WGSS when planning activities.
• Support design of concept notes and proposals, as relevant.

Capacity Building and Implementation

• Lead implementation of WGSS, in line with the Women and Girls Safe Spaces Toolkit.
• Establish measures to promote women and girls’ ownership of WGSS throughout implementation, in collaboration with staff and WGSS members.
• Establish and oversee effective feedback and consultation mechanisms.
• Oversee logistics and procurement for WGSS.
• Train and support WGSS Facilitators to lead WGSS activities.
• Build capacity for implementation of specific approaches (e.g., Women Rise, Girl Shine).
• Oversee distribution of dignity kits, where relevant.
• Support community volunteers engaged for VAWG outreach, where relevant.
• Coordinate with VAWG Casework Supervisors/VAWG Caseworkers to ensure safe and effective integration of VAWG case management services into WGSS, as relevant.

Human Resources Management

• Recruit and supervise WGSS Facilitators and other staff, as relevant.
• Ensure, as possible, that staffing of WGSS represents broad representation of women and girls in communities.
• Train and coach staff.
• Develop support strategies for VAWG staff, foster team building, and support principles of self‑care.

Monitoring and Reporting

• Seek and analyze WGSS member and community feedback and adapt activities accordingly.
• Oversee data collection of WGSS participation and hosted activities, including appropriate security of any personally identifiable information.
• Coordinate with VAWG Casework Supervisors, where relevant, to ensure WGSS activities are responsive to analysis of VAWG trends and feedback from survivors.
• Monitor and document prevention and risk mitigation program activities.
• Contribute to internal and external reports.

Coordination and Representation

• Coordinate regularly with the VAWG Coordinator/Manager/Deputy VAWG Manager and participate, as required, in broader team meetings.
• Coordinate with government focal points, local partners, and women’s networks.
• Represent WGSS and member feedback related to women’s and girls’ risks, opportunities, and needs, as relevant, in coordination meetings and bilaterally, with relevant partners.
• Strengthen referrals between WGSS and other services.
• Promote a survivor‑centered approach in all internal and external coordination meetings.
• Represent program goals and VAWG standards.

Security and Conduct

• Ensure compliance with security protocols and policies.
• Foster a safe and supportive working environment for all VAWG staff and partners.
• Exemplify core principles of VAWG programming, including respect, impartiality, responsible use of power, non‑violence, and promotion of equal treatment regardless of sex.
• Contribute to the positive image and overall credibility of the program and organization, notably through adherence to the Code of Conduct and Ethics, and compliance with anti‑harassment, safeguarding and PSEA policies.

Perform other duties as assigned. The duties and responsibilities listed in this document are representative of the nature and level of work assigned and not necessarily comprehensive.

Job Requirements

• VAWG‑related experience required; relevant academic experience preferred.
• Experience facilitating or managing WGSS.
• Demonstrated commitment to core principles of VAWG programming, including equal treatment regardless of sex and survivor‑centered support services.
• Familiarity with interagency standards and tools related to WGSS programming.
• Familiarity with VAWG coordination mechanisms, government, and NGO service providers.
• Strong communication skills.
• Good interpersonal and communication skills.
• Ability to exercise sound judgment, remain flexible, and apply experience and guidance to evolving challenges.

Additional Technical or Language Requirements

English, Urdu, Pushto, Sindhi.

International Medical Corps is proud to provide equal employment opportunities to all employees and qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national or ethnic origin, age, disability or status as a veteran.