EMAP Officer at Damnaish Human Capacity Building Initiative (DHCBI)

Position Overview

We are seeking a qualified candidate to fill the position of EMAP Officer with the Damnaish Human Capacity Building Initiative (DHCBI). This is a fixed-term contract role based in Konduga, running from October to December 2025, with potential for extension based on performance.

Key Responsibilities

• Support the implementation of the EMAP (Engaging Men through Accountable Practice) approach within the community to prevent GBV and promote gender equality
• Facilitate structured EMAP sessions with male and female participants in targeted clusters, ensuring adherence to the EMAP curriculum and methodology
• Mobilize and register male participants in collaboration with local peace committees (LPCs), religious leaders, and protection staff
• Promote positive masculinity, respectful behaviours, and support for women and girls through guided reflection and group dialogues
• Support the delivery of training and sensitization sessions on EMAP, gender equality, GESI, and GBV prevention in schools, communities, and with government stakeholders
• Work closely with peacebuilding teams to integrate EMAP into broader social cohesion and conflict resolution interventions, including joint EMAP-driven mediation and dialogue forums
• Contribute to the organization of awareness-raising campaigns and cultural activities (e.g., edutainment events, market day sensitizations) that promote peaceful coexistence and challenge harmful gender norms
• Participate in monitoring and evaluation of EMAP activities including session attendance tracking, feedback collection, and behavioural change observations
• Contribute to the documentation of success stories, lessons learned, and challenges to inform program improvement

Required Qualifications

• Diploma or degree in Social Work, Psychology, Gender Studies, Peacebuilding, or a related field
• Minimum of 2 years of experience facilitating male engagement or gender-transformative programming, preferably in GBV prevention or peacebuilding
• Knowledge and experience with the EMAP model or similar structured behaviour change approaches
• Strong facilitation skills