Gender-Based Violence in Emergencies (GBViE) Analyst (HER Roster)

Host entity: UNFPA PHL

Volunteer type: National

Areas of expertise: Communication, advocacy, public information, Community development, Legal affairs

Application deadline: 25/08/2026

Mission and objectives

UNFPA is the United Nations’ sexual and reproductive health agency. It works towards expanding choices and possibilities for women and young people to lead healthy and productive lives. This mandate is pursued through a focus on four interconnected outcomes: ending the unmet need for family planning; ending preventable maternal deaths; ending gender-based violence and harmful practices; and adapting to demographic change through evidence and rights-based policies.

Assignment context

The United Nations Volunteers (UNV) Regional Office for Asia and the Pacific (ROAP) has established the Humanitarian Emergency Response (HER) Roster to support speedy recruitment of qualified and motivated UN Volunteers for potential emergency response assignments. Candidates will be pre-screened based on their qualifications, experience, and suitability for the specific thematic or functional areas described in this Description of Assignment (DoA). Shortlisted candidates may remain in the UNV HER Roster for up to 6 months and be contacted should an emergency arise. Inclusion in the UNV HER Roster does not guarantee recruitment as a UN Volunteer. Selection and recruitment timelines will depend on the emergency occurrence, availability of candidates, and final approval by the UN host entity in accordance with Conditions of Service for UN Volunteers.

UNFPA is the lead United Nations agency for delivering a world where every pregnancy is intended, every childbirth is safe, and every young person's potential is fulfilled. The UNFPA Strategic Plan for 2026-2029 articulates the organization’s response to a complex global environment, providing a roadmap for resilience and renewal. It is designed to accelerate the implementation of the Programme of Action of the International Conference on Population and Development (ICPD) and the achievement of the Sustainable Development Goals by 2030. This mandate is pursued through a focus on four interconnected outcomes: ending the unmet need for family planning; ending preventable maternal deaths; ending gender-based violence and harmful practices; and adapting to demographic change through evidence and rights-based policies.

In the Philippines, UNFPA is implementing its five-year 9th Country Programme 2024-2028. The CP9 is tightly aligned with the mid- and long-term development goals of the Philippines and Ambisyon Natin 2040, as well as the global Agenda 2030 including the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs).

As the lead UN agency for sexual and reproductive health and rights (SRHR), UNFPA supports national and local government partners in emergency response, ensuring the continuity of life-saving sexual and reproductive health (SRH) and gender-based violence (GBV) services during humanitarian emergencies. The Philippines is one of the world's most disaster-prone countries, experiencing frequent typhoons, floods, earthquakes, volcanic eruptions, droughts, and disease outbreaks, in addition to recurrent humanitarian needs arising from armed conflict and displacement in parts of Mindanao. These emergencies disproportionately affect women, girls, adolescents, and other vulnerable populations by disrupting access to SRH services, increasing the risks of GBV, and exposing communities to protection concerns. Maintaining a roster of qualified humanitarian specialists enables UNFPA Philippines to rapidly deploy technical surge capacity to support preparedness, anticipatory action, emergency response, early recovery, and humanitarian-development-peace nexus programming, while ensuring the timely delivery of life-saving SRH, GBV, and population data interventions in coordination with government and humanitarian partners.

Task description

Under the overall supervision of the UNFPA Country Representative and the direct supervision of the Humanitarian Coordinator (or designated supervisor), the GBViE Analyst will be part of the UNFPA Humanitarian Response Team and will serve as UNFPA's field technical and coordination focal point for GBViE interventions and will support the planning, implementation, coordination, monitoring, and reporting of GBV prevention, risk mitigation, preparedness, response, recovery, and humanitarian-development nexus interventions in disaster- and conflict-affected areas.

With guidance from and in close coordination with the Country Office (CO) Humanitarian and Programme units, and working closely with national and local government agencies, implementing partners, UN agencies, civil society organizations, women's organizations, humanitarian actors and affected communities, the Field GBViE Analyst provides technical assistance to strengthen GBV coordination mechanisms, referral systems, survivor-centred services, Women- and Girl-Friendly Spaces, community engagement, capacity building, and the integration of GBV risk mitigation across humanitarian sectors. The incumbent also contributes to humanitarian assessments, preparedness and contingency planning, anticipatory action, emergency response, information management, monitoring and evaluation, donor reporting, and documentation of lessons learned and good practices.

The GBViE Analyst represents UNFPA in relevant humanitarian coordination platforms, including GBV Sub-Clusters, Protection Clusters, and other inter-agency coordination mechanisms, as delegated. The incumbent promotes adherence to the Inter-Agency Minimum Standards for GBV in Emergencies Programming, the IASC Guidelines for Integrating GBV Interventions in Humanitarian Action, the Minimum Initial Service Package (MISP) for Sexual and Reproductive Health, and other relevant humanitarian standards and national policies.

The GBViE Analyst will prepare a deployment work plan in consultation with the supervisor, provide regular progress updates, and work collaboratively with the UNFPA Humanitarian Team, CO technical specialists, operations personnel, and implementing partners to ensure the timely and effective delivery of quality, survivor-centred humanitarian assistance.

Depending on emergency response activation, the GBViE Analyst may be deployed in one of the following locations: Cagayan Valley, Central Luzon, Bicol Region, Eastern Visayas, Central Visayas, and CARAGA Region.

MAJOR DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Programme Implementation:
Support the planning, implementation, monitoring, and reporting of Gender-Based Violence in Emergencies (GBViE) interventions in accordance with UNFPA policies, humanitarian principles, and global minimum standards.

Specifically, the GBViE Analyst shall:
• Support the implementation of GBV prevention, risk mitigation, and response activities in emergency, recovery, and preparedness settings.
• Coordinate the establishment and operationalization of Women-Friendly Spaces (WFS).
• Support the implementation of Cash and Voucher Assistance (CVA), including Cash for Protection (C4P), dignity kit distribution, and other survivor-centred interventions.
• Support GBV safety audits, rapid needs assessments, service mapping, and protection risk analyses.
• Support the integration of GBV risk mitigation across humanitarian sectors, including Health, Protection, Camp Coordination and Camp Management (CCCM), Water, Sanitation and Hygiene (WASH), Shelter, Education, Food Security, and Nutrition.
• Conduct field monitoring missions, support post-distribution monitoring (PDM), and document lessons learned, good practices, and success stories.
• Prepare programme updates, situation reports, donor reports, and other humanitarian information products.

Capacity Building:
Strengthen the capacity of government counterparts, humanitarian partners, implementing partners, and community-based actors to effectively prevent, mitigate, and respond to GBV in emergencies.

The GBViE Analyst shall:
• Design and facilitate training, orientation sessions, workshops, and coaching on:
• GBV in Emergencies (GBViE)
• Protection from Sexual Exploitation and Abuse (PSEA)
• Accountability to Affected Populations (AAP)
• Survivor-Centred Approach
• Referral Pathways and Standard Operating Procedures
• Women- and Girl-Friendly Spaces
• GBV Risk Mitigation
• Mentor local government units, humanitarian partners, community facilitators, and service providers to strengthen local capacities for GBV preparedness and response.
• Support simulation exercises, contingency planning workshops, and preparedness activities to improve institutional readiness.

Coordination:
Serve as UNFPA's field focal point for GBV coordination and facilitate multi-sectoral coordination among government agencies, humanitarian actors, and development partners to ensure a coordinated, survivor-centred response.

The GBViE Analyst shall:
• Represent UNFPA in humanitarian coordination mechanisms and inter-agency meetings, as delegated.
• Support the activation, strengthening, and functioning of GBV coordination mechanisms at national and sub-national levels, including GBV Sub-Clusters and technical working groups.
• Coordinate with the Department of Social Welfare and Development (DSWD), Department of Health (DOH), Office of Civil Defense (OCD), Local Government Units (LGUs), Protection Cluster partners, UN agencies, NGOs, CSOs, women's organizations, and other stakeholders.
• Support the establishment and strengthening of municipal and provincial GBV coordination mechanisms and referral pathways.
• Promote coordination between humanitarian and development actors to support preparedness, recovery, resilience, and humanitarian-development-peace nexus programming.
• Maintain partnerships with government agencies, humanitarian actors, academic institutions, and community organizations to strengthen GBV prevention and response systems.

Technical Support:
Provide technical assistance to UNFPA, government counterparts, and implementing partners to strengthen GBV programming, preparedness, humanitarian coordination, and systems development.

The GBViE Analyst shall:

• Provide technical advice on GBV prevention, mitigation, and response in humanitarian settings.
• Support the integration of GBV into disaster risk reduction and management (DRRM), contingency planning, anticipatory action, and local development planning.
• Assist in the development and updating of GBV referral pathways, Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), preparedness plans, contingency plans, and coordination frameworks.
• Support the preparation of humanitarian proposals, work plans, budgets, donor reports, and resource mobilization initiatives.
• Contribute to humanitarian assessments, information management, data analysis, and evidence generation to inform programme design and decision-making.
• Support implementing partners in programme quality assurance, monitoring, compliance with donor requirements, and adherence to UNFPA standards.
• Promote the application of international standards, including the IASC Guidelines for Integrating GBV Interventions in Humanitarian Action, Inter-Agency Minimum Standards for GBV in Emergencies Programming, MISP for SRH, PSEA, AAP, and the Survivor-Centred Approach.

Skills and experience

Knowledge and Experience:
• At least 5 years (3 for Master’s degree holders) of progressively responsible experience in Gender-Based Violence (GBV), humanitarian response, protection, sexual and reproductive health (SRH), disaster risk reduction and management (DRRM), social work, community development, or related programmes. Experience in humanitarian or emergency settings is highly desirable.
• Demonstrated experience working with national and local government agencies, UN agencies, humanitarian organizations, NGOs, civil society organizations, and community-based organizations.
• Experience in humanitarian coordination, emergency preparedness, anticipatory action, emergency response, recovery, and humanitarian-development-peace nexus programming is an asset.
• Experience in GBV coordination, referral pathway development, Women- and Girl-Friendly Spaces (WGFS), GBV case management, GBV risk mitigation, protection programming, or community engagement is desirable.
• Experience in programme planning, implementation, monitoring and evaluation, information management, donor reporting, and documentation of humanitarian programmes.
• Experience in facilitating capacity-building activities, technical assistance, coaching, and mentoring government counterparts and humanitarian partners.
• Familiarity with humanitarian standards and guidance, including the IASC Guidelines for Integrating GBV Interventions in Humanitarian Action, Inter-Agency Minimum Standards for GBV in Emergencies Programming, Minimum Initial Service Package (MISP) for Sexual and Reproductive Health, Protection from Sexual Exploitation and Abuse (PSEA), Accountability to Affected Populations (AAP), and the Survivor-Centred Approach.
• Strong analytical, coordination, facilitation, communication, and report-writing skills, with the ability to work effectively under pressure in rapidly changing humanitarian contexts.
• Demonstrated ability to establish and maintain effective partnerships with government agencies, humanitarian actors, development partners, and local communities while promoting localization and women-led initiatives.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications and experience using online collaboration, data collection, and reporting platforms is desirable.
• Excellent command of written and spoken English and Filipino. Knowledge of local Philippine dialects relevant to the duty station is an advantage.
• Knowledge of local dialects is an advantage.

Please refer to the Context section for details on the UNV Humanitarian Emergency Response (HER) Roster. Shortlisted candidates may be included in the UNV HER Roster for up to six months and contacted should a suitable emergency response assignment arise. Inclusion in the roster does not guarantee recruitment.

Competencies and values

Achieving results, Being accountable, Developing and applying professional expertise/business acumen, Thinking analytically and strategically, Working in teams/managing ourselves and our relationships, Communicating for impact

Functional Skill Set:
• Excellent English writing and communication skills
• Excellent planning and execution of strategies and interventions on Gender-Based Violence in Emergencies
• Excellent coordination skills with various stakeholders and partners
• Good knowledge of various communication media and software
• Good computer skills and internet research skill

Living conditions

The Philippines is situated in the western Pacific Ocean. It consists of about 7,641 islands that are broadly divided into three major island groups: Luzon, Visayas, and Mindanao. The capital city, Manila, sits within the urban area of Metro Manila which is strategically located in the middle of Luzon, on the eastern coast of Manila Bay and at the mouth of the Pasig River, sprawled over an area of 626 sq. km.

The local climate is hot, humid, and tropical. The average yearly temperature is around 26.5 °C (79.7 °F). There are three recognized seasons: The hot season or summer from March to May, the rainy season from June to November, and the cold season from December to February. Metro Manila is the business and geographic capital of the Philippines and a very modern city with amenities for modern living. Various living choices are available to suit one's budget. Manila is classified as “A” – the lowest hardship for a developing country posting—and all modern amenities (shopping malls, organic supermarkets, restaurants, food delivery, etc.) are available in the city. Traffic congestion and air pollution are challenges in the metropolis.

Housing is readily available and one should be able to find suitable permanent accommodation within two weeks. Price may range from P 15,000 to P 25,000 depending on the location and the type of accommodation one chooses (provincial accommodations are cheaper). Metered and fixed rate taxis are widely available in key cities nationwide. Jeepneys and buses are inexpensive ways of getting around in most places. A relatively-new, reliable public transport system called the Transportation Network Vehicle Service (TNVS) has been operating in Metro Manila; Grab is the leading TNVS company operating in the area.

The Pesos (PHP) is the official currency and is used for most transactions in the Philippines. ATM machines are easily available in urban areas. Banks are open from 9:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m., Mondays to Fridays, with automated teller machines (ATM) operating 24 hours. Western Union has facilities in most towns, cities and provinces. Traveller’s cheques and major foreign currencies can be changed in most commercial banks and Central Bank dealers. They are also accepted in the majority of hotels, shops and restaurants. MasterCard, Visa, American Express and Diner's Club are widely accepted in major organizations across the big cities of the Philippines.

Entitlements of National UN Volunteer include Entry Lump Sum Allowance (USD350), Monthly Volunteer Living Allowance (VLA) for National UN Volunteer Specialist in Manila, Philippines at PHP 53177.16*Insurance Coverage (Comprehensive health, life, and malicious acts insurance); Annual Leave of 2.5 days per month; Access to UNV’s learning and career development resources; and Exit Lump Sum Allowance (USD120/1 month) payable upon successful completion of the assignment. For further information on the full entitlements, please refer to the following:
• You can check full entitlements at the duty station at https://app.unv.org/calculator.
• The complete UN Volunteer Conditions of Service is available at https://explore.unv.org/cos.

Full eligibility requirements, conditions of service and application instructions are available on the official UNV platform.