Who we Are

medica Liberia (mL) formerly medica mondiale Liberia is a non-governmental women’s rights organization working in Liberia. Our Organization offers support to women and girls affected by sexual gender based violence (SGBV) and is involved with programming on women’s agency and leadership. Since 2006, medica Liberia has been implementing programs for women and girls in Liberia’s South-eastern parts and recently extended its coverage to Montserrado and Margibi Counties respectively, through funding from the German Government and other donors.The organisation’s vision is a just and violence-free society in which women and girls live in dignity. As a feminist organisation, mL advocates for the rights of Liberian women and girls and the end of S/GBV at all levels of society and politics.

Introduction

medica mondiale’s six partner organisations in Sierra Leone and Liberia implement the regional programme “Concerted action for zero tolerance against SGBV in the Mano River Region” with funding from BMZ. The six partner organisations are: in Liberia – medica Liberia (mL), Aiding Disadvantaged and Traumatised Women and Girls (ADWANGA) and Rising Youth Mentorship Initiative (RYMI); in Sierra Leone – Women Against Violence and Exploitation in Society (WAVES), Girl2Girl Empowerment Movement (G2G) and Choices and Voices Foundation for Women and Girls (CVF).

The regional programme aims to contribute to women and girls in the Mano River Region being able to live in an inclusive society, in dignity, and free from Sexual and Gender-Based Violence (SGBV) and discrimination. Specifically, the programme seeks to mainstream the rights, needs, and perspectives of women and girls affected by SGBV into social, institutional, and policy responses to prevent and respond to SGBV at national and regional levels, reducing tolerance towards SGBV and at introducing a survivor- centered stress- and trauma-sensitive support for survivors.

To achieve its goal, the BMZ-medica mondiale regional programme has developed National and Regional Advocacy Strategy that will guide the partner organizations to make concerted and visible advocacy contributions at the in-country and regional level.

In this regards, mL is looking to hire a Project Manager/Advocacy Lead for the project:

Position Title: Project Manager/Advocacy Lead

Duty Station: Monrovia

Position Status/Duration: One (1) year duration with the possibility of extension based on performance and project needs.

Reports to: Head of Programs

Scope:

The Project Manager/Advocacy Lead will be responsible for overseeing and coordinating the implementation of the project’s efforts and the overall implementation of the project in Liberia. The successful candidate will work closely with the Head of Programs and Project Assistant to ensure the successful execution of the program’s goals.

Roles and Responsibilities:

Advocacy:

• Lead the implementation of the National Advocacy Strategy, ensuring its coherence with the broader project objectives.
• Provide strategic guidance to Liberian partner organizations for the implementation of the national and regional advocacy strategies
• Collaborate with partner organizations and stakeholders to amplify advocacy efforts.
• Conduct policy analysis and research to inform evidence-based advocacy initiatives.
• Develop and maintain relationships with relevant government agencies, NGOs, and community leaders.
• Organize and participate in advocacy events workshops, and campaigns.
• Monitor and evaluate the impact of advocacy activities and adjust strategies accordingly.
• Prepare regular reports on advocacy progress and challenges for internal and external stakeholders.

Overall Project Implementation:

• Provide leadership and oversight for the entire project implementation in Liberia.
• Coordinate with project teams to ensure the timely and effective delivery of project outcomes.
• Monitor project activities, budgets, and timelines, making adjustments as necessary.
• Collaborate with partners to streamline efforts and maximize impact.
• Address challenges and risks, proposing solutions to ensure project success.
• Foster a collaborative and inclusive project environment.
• Work closely with program staff to integrate advocacy strategies into the broader project framework.
• Review project deliverables and provide feedback to ensure they meet the required quality standards.

• Facilitate knowledge sharing and transfer within the project team, providing guidance on best practices, lessons learned, and relevant resources.
• Provide regular updates to the Head of Programs on the progress, challenges, and achievements of the overall project.
• Support project assistant to prepare regular reports on project status, highlighting achievements, challenges, and recommendations for improvement.

Qualification

• Advanced degree in social sciences, international relations, gender studies, or a related field.
• Minimum of 3 years of experience in project management and advocacy, with a preference for expertise in women’s rights and Sexual and Gender-Based Violence (SGBV).
• Strong understanding of national and regional SGBV frameworks, demonstrating a comprehensive grasp of relevant policies and initiatives.
• Strong understanding of national advocacy landscape
• Excellent communication, negotiation, and networking skills.
• Proven ability to work effectively in a collaborative and multi-sectoral environment.
• Preferably, familiarity with the Liberian context and the women’s rights landscape in Liberia.
• Knowledgeable about feminism and feminist programming, with a genuine desire to work with a feminist organization.

Desired Skills

• Leadership skills
• Adaptability
• Self-motivation
• Organizational skills
• Close attention to detail and the ability to plan ahead
• Ability to work under pressure
• Administrative and clerical skills
• Interpersonal skills, including excellent written and verbal communication

Start Date: Immediate

Closing Date: March 10, 2024

How to Apply: Please email your application (CV, cover letter, and references not exceeding 2MB) along with your salary expectations to recruit@medicaliberia.org and copy yah.parwon@medicaliberia.org . Please mark your application with the reference: Project Manager/Advocacy Lead in the subject of your email or on the envelope/top of your application. For applicants based in Greenville, hard copies may be submitted to the Medica Liberia office in the county.

Note: Applications without salary expectations will not be considered.

Female applicants are encouraged to apply.