Concern Worldwide is a non-governmental, international, humanitarian organisation dedicated to the reduction of suffering and working towards the ultimate elimination of extreme poverty in the world\u2019s poorest countries Founded in 1968, Concern works in 25 countries in Africa, Asia and the Caribbean with
\nits headquarters in Ireland. Concern started working in Malawi in 2002. Our Country Strategic Plan 2023 \u2013 2027 focuses on climate and environment, social protection, gender and social inclusion, sustainable food systems for food security and partnerships.Concern is the current Chair of the Malawi Irish Consortium on Gender Based Violence (MICGBV) established in 2014, which brings together a diverse membership: ActionAid Malawi, Concern Worldwide, Irish Rule of Law, Oxfam, Self-Help Africa and Tr\u00f3caire with support from and in close collaboration with the Embassy of Ireland in Malawi.In December 2025, Irish Rule of Law (IRL) will be the Chair of the Consortium, and the Secretariat will move to IRL.Concern invites applications from interested candidates qualified for the following position:Job Title: MICGBV Secretariat CoordinatorContract: One (1) Year \u2013 Fixed Term Contract (First 3 months at Concern Worldwide; Next 9 months at Irish Rule of Law)
\nDuty Station : LilongweThe Consortium Secretariat Coordinator will be responsible for managing the Consortium Secretariat office and budget management; facilitating coordination through various INGO, national and local NGO fora; ensuring effective information sharing and briefing on emerging issues with the Consortium Chair organization and members, the broader NGO community and external stakeholders; representing and
\nadvocating on the agreed interests of the MICGBV in external meetings in collaboration with the Chair Organization. The Secretariat Coordinator will report directly to the Country Director.Duties and Responsibilities\u00a0Manage the day to day running of the MICGBVAct as focal point for information\/experience sharing among Consortium members on relevant issues.Develop and update contact lists, membership and mailing listsParticipate and input into important policy and planning processes relevant to the Consortium\u2019s objectives.Represent the Consortium members at high-level fora, multi-donor meetings and other representative bodies as required, along with the Consortium Chair and membersAdvocacy in relation to the adoption of the Consortium Advocacy Strategy and follow-up on implementation details once passedIncrease and enhance engagement with other like-minded ConsortiumsEnsure budget utilisation and asset management are in full compliance with Concern\u2019s administrative and financial policies and proceduresEnsure revision of monthly financial reports and management accounts to ensure that spending coding is adequate and budget utilisation is timely and on scope.Ensure timely reporting to donors and Consortium membersEnsure transparent coordination mechanisms and regular information-sharing between and among Consortium membersSchedule Consortium meetings and Consortium Steering Committee meetings, draft agendas, draft minutes and follow up on relevant action itemsAlong with the Consortium Chair organization and members, represent the Consortium at key meetings with Donors, UN and Government and ensure that written feedback is disseminated.Encourage active and open dialogue between the Consortium Secretariat, Consortium Steering Committee and Consortium membersCoordinate visits of advocacy groups, researchers, donors, partners, etc.Ensure the research, documentation and sharing of lessons learned\/best practicesIdentify gaps in research and analysis that could be used by the members and beyond for evidence-based programming. Hire and manage consultants as needed to assist with and complement this taskSupport pilot efforts at knowledge management and ensure information flows wellLiaise and engage with Sector Technical Working Groups and\/or ClustersWork to ensure effective collaboration between the Consortium and other relevant stakeholdersAssist to build Consortium engagement with Government and relevant line MinistriesMaintain and\/or develop productive relationships with key individuals in relevant government ministries, local organisations and civil society, counterpart institutions and consortiums, other foreign and local consortium community, other donors, etc.Liaise with the ICGBV Forum in IrelandMinimum Qualifications:\u00a0Tertiary undergraduate and postgraduate qualifications in gender, development studies, social science, international relations, political science, development or other relevant educational background combined with relevant professional experienceAt least five years of progressive experience in Gender and DevelopmentDemonstrated leadership, management and coordination skills and documented skills in the formulation of proposals, budgets, work plans and reportsHow to ApplyInterested candidates, who meet the above qualifications, should send their CV (3 pages maximum including contacts of 3 referees) and Cover Letter to malawi.hr@concern.net with the subject of the email as MICGBV Coordinator\u2018\u2019. The deadline for applications is Sunday, 27th July 2025. Only short-listed candidates will be contacted for interview.Due to the urgency to fill this position, applications will be shortlisted and interviews conducted on a rolling basis and we may offer the position before the closing date.Concern is an equal opportunities employer. Qualified women are particularly encouraged to apply.<\/p>\n
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