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United Nations Population Fund (UNFPA)GBViE Programme Coordinator
Sep. 2023Kyiv, Ukraine
United Nations Population Fund (UNFPA)GBV Specialist, Case Management
Nov. 2022 - Sep. 2023Kyiv, Ukraine• Managing USAID's Bureau of Humanitarian Assistance (BHA)-funded Project "Strengthened provision of emergency, lifesaving gender-based violence and sexual reproductive health services in Ukraine" • GBV programming and multisectoral coordination in humanitarian emergency with organizations and actors from the displaced and host communities, NGOs, government, implementing partners, UN agencies, and other national and international organizations engaged in comprehensive prevention and response initiatives. • Supporting the GBV programme work on development of the national GBV Case Management system by Conducting field assessments and/or situational analyses to determine needs and gaps for GBV prevention and response, with particular focus on GBV Case Management services. • Conducting service mapping and service gap analysis and planning to understand the availability, accessibility, and quality of existing GBV response services. • Orient UNFPA CO staff, implementing partners, and national authorities in planning and implementing GBV Case Management mechanisms related to refugees, IDPs/returnees and host communities. • Coordinating and facilitating training sessions on GBV in emergencies, GBV Case Management and referral pathways for social service and specialized service providers, health care workers, police officers and municipal authorities etc. • Supporting the CO to accelerate implementation of activities funded through CERF and UNFPA Emergency Response Fund and identify, suggest and implement innovative solutions to maximize impact of GBV Case Management interventions.
United Nations Population Fund (UNFPA)GBV Programme Specialist
Jul. 2022 - Nov. 2022Dhaka, BangladeshProject management and coordination of Gender /GBV component of Health and Gender Support Project (HGSP) funded by World Bank, in particular: • Programme and Technical leadership via strategic direction and technical leadership for the GBV prevention and response interventions of the HGSP to ensure its smooth continuation via coordination, monitoring and evaluation of project strategies and interventions; • Monitoring, Reporting and Evaluation via monitoring GBV prevention and response activity through Implementing Partners for Cox’s Bazar Host community by keeping a close record of activities, expenditure and implementation rate; • Coordination and enhanced partnerships with regards to the health sector response to GBV, in cooperation with SRHR team in UNFPA and GBVIE lead in CXB Sub-Office, as well as GBV Cluster Coordinator.
United Nations Population Fund (UNFPA)Technical Specialist-Gender
Jun. 2020 - Jun. 2022Cox's Bazar, Bangladesh• Managed Humanitarian Development (HD) Nexus programme portfolio through strategic guidance and linkages with UNSDCF and Joint Response Plan (JRP), technical leadership on integrated GBV and SRHR approach, human rights based and survivor-centered approach. •Coordinated with the Humanitarian Coordinator, GBViE and SRHRiE team leads, as well as with GBV Subsector Coordinator on synergised activities in immediate host communities and in CXB district. •Led the team for deploying community mobilization tools for GBV prevention interventions, including self-reliance building tools in GBV prevention and response work. •Coordinated with the Country Office (CO) and CXB sub-office Operations Unit to ensure Implementing Partner (IP) for accountability as well as programme efficiency, including approval of funds disbursement, financial reporting, audits and spot-checks. •As part of the WB-funded Health and Gender Support Project management team, represented UNFPA in government coordination structure in Cox’s Bazar and liaise with various government agencies, such as MoWCA and MOHFW coordination cells, as appropriate. •Developed and maintained compiled monitoring and data collection plans for GBV prevention and response interventions by multiple Implementing Partners for Cox’s Bazar Host community, as well as aligned them with UNFPA Strategic Information System (SIS) reporting. •Oversaw PSEA assessment and monitoring process for all IPs under HD Nexus portfolio, in close collaboration with UNFPA PSEA focal point. •Designed and implemented a comprehensive capacity building plan for all IPs under the portfolio to ensure enhanced technical understanding of basic concepts on Gender, GBV, GBV guiding principles, GBV case management, human rights-based approach, diversity and inclusion, as well to institutionalise the capacity and ensure sustainability of interventions.
The World Bank GroupGBV Consultant
Feb. 2019 - May. 2019Yerevan, ArmeniaWB Project: "Lifeline Road Network Improvement - Additional Financing (P169158)" •Developed Country Situation Paper for Armenia by analysing country/province/city data on prevalence, types and consequences of the GBV, aimed at assessing project-related risks of GBV in the context of broader risk factors in the project location. •Assessed potential risks of GBV, in particular, the risks of SEA that the WB project may potentially exacerbate. •Carried out mapping exercise on GBV service providers available in the project-affected/adjoining communities and assess their capabilities to provide quality survivor-centred services. •Developed a recommendation package to gender sensitize the grievance redress mechanism (GRM) for the Project.
American University of ArmeniaVisiting Lecturer /Women's Leadership Program
Nov. 2018 - Dec. 2018Yerevan, Armenia
UNDPHuman Rights Expert
Apr. 2018 - Jun. 2020Armenia• Acted as lead focal point on human rights for UNICEF, UNFPA and UNDP in frames of EU-funded "Promotion and protection of Human Rights in Armenia" Project in providing strategic advice and support in the planning, implementation, monitoring, data analysis and reporting. •Planned, oversaw the implementation, monitoring and reporting of the Project activities in the area of gender equality and child rights. •Provided periodic analytical updates on the situation in respective sectors of the Project to focal points from UNFPA, UNICEF and UNDP. •Collected, analyzed and consolidated general and issue-specific materials, documentation, information and reports, as well as prepared background materials for advocacy purposes. •Oversaw quality assurance of the Project outputs and products with a special focus on child rights and gender-based violence sectors. •Led the process of cooperation with Human Rights Defenders Office and Coalition to Stop Violence against Women, that resulted in implementation of extensive capacity building of the HRD’s staff, as well as on the launch of the public campaign on the Domestic Violence Law. •Successfully coordinated the cooperation between the Project, the Police (the department on Domestic Violence), Ministry of Labour and Social Affairs, Ministry of Health, and Ministry of Education, Science, Culture and Sport in frames of the UNFPA component on provision of technical assistance for the development of secondary legislation and capacity building of the relevant staff. •One of my major contributions was the organization of the National Conference entitled "Domestic Violence in Armenia: Challenges and Opportunities", aimed at highlighting the national legal framework of combating domestic violence and concurrent challenges. •Maintained the established strong cooperation with the Police and MoLSA regarding the gender-based violence and child rights issues covered under UNFPA and UNICEF component.
PPV Knowledge NetworksNational Gender Expert
Jan. 2018 - Apr. 2018Kiev, Ukraine• As the National Gender Expert for a regional study “Gender Representation and Empowerment in Creative and Cultural Industries in Armenia, Azerbaijan, Georgia and Ukraine” implemented by PPV Knowledge Networks and commissioned and managed by the British Council Ukraine, I led the research component for Armenia. • Prepared a tailored report for Armenia in line with country priorities and developments in the creative and cultural industries, particularly looking at sectors which tend to be male-dominated, e.g. IT, design, etc. • Examined the role of gender in shaping participation and opportunities in the creative and cultural industries in Armenia. • Analysed the barriers which discourage women from pursuing careers in the creative and cultural industries and establishing cultural enterprises (social and cultural norms, perceptions of society about traditional gender roles, access to finance / childcare etc.). • Analysed the role of the creative and cultural industries in influencing broader social change including on gender and women’s empowerment. • Set out recommendations for policy-makers and leaders in the creative and cultural industries, as well as educators, to strengthen the contribution of the sector to addressing gender inequalities, by sharing best practices from across the region countries and the UK.
United Nations Population Fund (UNFPA)Project Coordinator
Mar. 2017 - Feb. 2018Yerevan, ArmeniaThe Project Coordinator, under direct supervision of UNFPA Assistant Representative and in close cooperation with UNFPA Armenia office, as well as the European Union, represented by the European Commission carries out overall daily management and implementation of the activities, in accordance with the "Studies, Information Dissemination and Legal Support to Combat GBV in Armenia" Project Document, Work Plan, and the Budget. • Carried out overall management of the Project "Studies, Information Dissemination and Legal Support to Combat GBV in Armenia” funded by the European Commission. •Established project administration structures, ensuring its efficient operation. •Led the human resource management under the Project by identification, screening, selection, hiring management of project consultants. •Led team of external consultants, for successful delivery of their results individually and as a team. •Provided programmatic coordination, supervision and monitoring of the project implementation, including fund management. •Maintained efficient working relationships and acted as a liaison between key stakeholders such as Ministry of Labour and Social Affairs, Ministry of Justice, grassroots NGOs, INGOs and EU. •Developed visibility materials in line with UNFPA and EU visibility guidelines and branding policies. •Developed comprehensive, analytical quarterly and yearly donor report, including visualisation of results and learning.
"OxYGen" Foundation for Protection of Youth and Women RightsPolicy Advocacy Programme Officer
Feb. 2016 - Apr. 2018Yerevan, ArmeniaOxYGen is Oxfam’s spin-off organisation in Armenia. Registered in August 2015, Oxygen will focus its work in two key areas: economic empowerment of women, governance and citizenship. OxYGen also provides humanitarian assistance to women and men affected by conflict or natural disasters, and participate in global campaigns to reduce poverty and inequality and achieve greater justice for poor producers in the food system. • Managed Gender portfolio and ensured it is in line with OxYGen's policy advocacy objectives. • Created and led an operational national level dialogue platform on policy and practice changes on gender equality, with specific institutions at local, marz and national levels within the framework of the programme. • Ensured gender mainstreaming of all projects by developing an agreed strategy for advancing the capacity and practice on promoting gender equality within all thematic areas. • Developed country-specific analysis on gender equality situation, policy briefs and research proposals for think-tanks and grassroots organisation, to support evidence base creation. • Planned and led the advocacy plan for entire organisation, including external communication and stakeholder engagement plan. • Lobbied government officials and maintained key relations within the national institutions and key actors: government officials, NGO, INGO colleagues. • Set up a coordination group with Members of Parliament (MPs) and heads of Parliamentary commissions in frames of the advocacy campaign "EQUAL", to enhance the dialogue over the legislative gaps on gender equality in the country. • Acted as a media liaison and focal point for the national media outlets for viability purposes of the advocacy campaign "EQUAL" • Identified and assessed the competence of partners who will be sub-contracted to the programme. • Oversaw and executed Monitoring Evaluation and Learning (MEL) for the portfolio.
"Society Without Violence" NGOHead of Programs
Nov. 2012 - Jan. 2016RA, Yerevan, Vagharshyan 26, apt 2The Head of Programs provides management and administration of the current run projects and internally implements the outcomes of the organizational strategies. S/he supervises the projects smooth implementation and facilitates the staff work involved in the specified projects. Responsibilities include but are not limited to *Programs Leadership and Management *Representation *Governance and Compliance *Learning, monitoring and evaluation
"Yerevan State Linguistic University after V. Brusov"English Language Instructor/Lecturer
Sep. 2010 - Jul. 2012Conducted lessons on English Vocabulary, Reading and Writing Skills. Participated in the creation of the Course Guide for the lessons. Participated in the meetings of the Chair. Assisted to the Head of the Chair in daily duties.
Protection of Consumers' RightsAdvocacy specialist
Jun. 2010 - Nov. 2011Organized the implementation of a comprehensive advocacy strategy for the organization’s work mission and strategic objectives in the frames of different projects. Carried out advocacy work in the regions in the framework of the project " Community Voice in Decision Making: Building Capacities and Commitments" implemented with the support of OXFAM GB Armenia. Assisted to the daily work in the office, provided consultations on consumer-related issues via hotline. Assisted to project coordinator and wrote reports to the donor organization.
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