EVAW & SGBV Specialist

About SDCO

Support Development Capacity Organization (SDCO) is a non-governmental, non-political, and non-profit organization Established in 2012 with the Registration Number of 2534, working to support vulnerable communities through education, women’s empowerment, health, capacity building, human rights, peacebuilding, and other community development initiatives.

Job Purpose

The EVAW & SGBV Specialist will be responsible for delivering awareness and capacity-building sessions on EVAW and SGBV, supporting participants to understand different forms of EVAW and SGBV, and available support mechanisms, and ensuring that all activities are implemented in accordance with humanitarian principles, confidentiality, dignity, safety, and a survivor-centered approach.

Key Responsibilities

1. Training and Capacity Building

• Develop and deliver training sessions on EVAW and SGBV for teachers and other selected participants.
• Provide training on prevention and appropriate response to SGBV.
• Promote understanding of women's and girls' rights and available support services.
• Use participatory and culturally appropriate training methodologies.
• Conduct pre- and post-training assessments where required.
• Adapt training materials according to participants' educational and professional backgrounds.

2. Coordination and Documentation

• Coordinate closely with the Project Manager, PSS Counselor, Center Manager, and other project staff.
• Participate in project planning and coordination meetings.
• Maintain accurate attendance sheets and training records.
• Prepare monthly activity reports and submit them to the supervisor.
• Document training results, challenges, lessons learned, and recommendations.
• Support monitoring and evaluation activities as required.
• Ensure that all project documentation is maintained securely and confidentially.

3. Protection and Safeguarding

• Comply with SDCO's policies on PSEA, safeguarding, code of conduct, confidentiality, and protection.
• Promote a safe and respectful learning environment.
• Immediately report safeguarding or protection concerns through the approved reporting mechanisms.
• Maintain professional boundaries with participants.
• Ensure that training activities do not expose participants to unnecessary protection risks
•  

Required Qualifications and Experience

• Bachelor's degree in Law, Islamic Studies or Sharia Studies, Psychology, or a related field.
• At least 3 years of relevant professional experience is must in EVAW, SGBV, gender equality, women's rights, protection, GBV prevention/response, or related programs.
• Demonstrated experience in conducting training and awareness sessions.
• Good understanding of EVAW and SGBV concepts and prevention/response principles.
• Knowledge of survivor-centered and do-no-harm approaches.
• Familiarity with referral pathways and protection services is an advantage.
• Experience working with NGOs or humanitarian/development organizations is preferred.
• Strong communication and facilitation skills.

Safeguarding Statement

SDCO is committed to creating a safe environment for all beneficiaries, staff, and partners. The successful candidate must comply with SDCO's PSEA, Safeguarding, Child Protection, Code of Conduct, and other relevant policies.

The selected candidate may be required to provide relevant documentation and references before appointment.

Languages

• Dari: Excellent
• Pashto: Good/Excellent
• English: Basic/Good working knowledge

How to Apply

Interested and qualified candidates should submit the following documents:

1. Updated CV
2. Cover Letter

Applications should be submitted to:

Email: [hr.sdco@gmail.com]
The Subject Line of Email Should be: Application for EVAW & SGBV Specialist Position Vacancy No- (03-EVGB-SDCO)

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

Application Deadline: [24-10-2026]

SDCO encourages qualified female candidates to apply.