Consultant - GBV Ukraine

Job Title

Consultant - GBV Ukraine

Location

Ukraine - UA (Primary)

Category

Consultant

Date Needed By

12/15/2025

Scope of Work (SOW)

Title of Project

GBV Men and Boys Engagement for GBV Prevention Specialist

Department

GBV, Ukraine

Reports to

GBV Coordinator - Helin Eren

Duration

From (mm/dd/yy): December 15, 2025

To (mm/dd/yy): June 15, 2026

Place of Assignment

Office (detail location): Ukraine, 2 times travel is expected, TBC

AND

Remote

Travel

Yes

Details: To be decided together with the consultant based on the workplan that will be developed at the beginning of the contract.

Services required from International Medical Corps to support assignment

International Medical Corps to provide cover international travel, email address, accommodation in Ukraine, logistical arrangements for events.

During travels per diem is provided as per International Medical Corps policies.

1. BACKGROUND TO THE ASSIGNMENT:

Provide brief background to project and how it aligns to International Medical Corps objectives and priorities.

International Medical Corps (IMC) is implementing a comprehensive Gender-Based Violence (GBV) prevention and response program in Ukraine since 2014. Recognizing the critical role of men and boys in challenging harmful gender norms and preventing violence against women and girls. The consultant will support the development of a contextualized Male Engagement Strategy for GBV prevention in Ukraine.

The Consultant will be responsible for integrating informed and accountable approaches for engaging men and boys into broader GBV prevention and response programming. This will be built on global best practices, while tailoring approaches to the Ukrainian context, including the engagement of veterans' organizations and other key stakeholders.

IMC will organize learning roundtables with local actors and service providers to ensure locally owned strategies and foster stakeholder buy-in for long-term adoption and scaling, and conduct the initial trainings for key stakeholders involved in the project.

2. PURPOSE OF THE ASSIGNMENT:

Detail the purpose of the project

The consultant will bring provide technical expertise and knowledge in engaging men and boys in GBV prevention, supporting IMC and partners in developing a contextualized male engagement strategy and building capacity of service providers through training and facilitated dialogue.

The consultant will report to the GBV Program Coordinator and work closely with IMC's technical GBV advisors, local partners, and service providers, consult with field-based staff, and coordinate with the relevant stakeholders.

IMC will provide logistical support for meetings and roundtables, as well as access to relevant documentation and stakeholders.

3. SCOPE OF THE ASSIGNMENT:

Specify the tasks related to the assignment in SMART (I.e. specific, measurable, achievable, realistic, and timely) bullet format. Detail issues such as documentation required from an independent contractor, frequency of provision, communication processes, reporting requirements.

• Work closely with GBV Coordinator/GBV Manager/GBV Technical Advisor, as relevant, to achieve the goals of the consultancy.

• Coordinate with partner agencies, as relevant, to organize roundtable, training and support capacity strengthening needs.

• Ensure adherence to IMC's GBV Minimum Standards, as well as relevant inter-agency guidelines and standards

• Coordinate with government focal points, local partners, and women's networks to develop appropriate GBV prevention strategies and approaches

• Conduct a rapid desk review of global and regional practices on engaging men and boys for GBV prevention, with focus on conflict and post-conflict settings.

• Facilitate at least one roundtable discussion with national/local actors on male engagement in Ukraine, guiding evidence-based dialogue and contextual adaptation.

• Provide technical inputs for a consecutive roundtable focused on engaging veterans in social and gender norms change.

• Ensure consideration of relevant Ukrainian legislation, particularly regulations governing work with adolescents, including age-specific restrictions, consent requirements, and necessary approvals for engagement in awareness-raising or educational activities.

• Develop and deliver training modules for service providers specifically with those engaged within the scope of the project on male engagement approaches, adapted to the Ukrainian context.

• Lead the drafting of a contextualized Male Engagement Strategy for GBV Prevention in Ukraine, including key recommendations for piloting in communities.

• Provide recommendations for long-term scaling and institutionalization of male engagement programming in Ukraine.

• Submit a final consultancy report summarizing activities, lessons learned, and recommendations

4. DELIVERABLES DESCRIPTION:

Itemize the deliverables based on the tasks outlined in 3 and the expected due date

• Conduct a rapid desk review of global and regional practices on engaging men and boys for GBV prevention, with focus on the ones relevant to Ukraine and conflict and post-conflict settings.

• Provide technical inputs for roundtable focused on engaging males and veterans in social and gender norms change.

• Facilitate at least one roundtable discussion with national/local actors and IMC and partner staff on male engagement in Ukraine, guiding evidence-based dialogue and contextual adaptation.

• Develop and deliver training module (ideally 5 days training) for service providers on male engagement approaches, adapted to the Ukrainian context.

• Lead the drafting of a contextualized Male Engagement Strategy for GBV Prevention in Ukraine, including key recommendations for piloting in communities.

• Provide recommendations for long-term scaling for male engagement programming in Ukraine.

• Submit a final consultancy report summarizing activities, lessons learned, and recommendations.

Deadlines to be determined when Consultant is identified. Additional hours of work are planned for internal onboarding procedures and routine communication.

DUE DATE(S)

Within first month

By mid-February, 2026

Between February, April, 2026

Between March-May, 2026

By May, 2026

By May, 2026

By end of contract

4.1. IMPLEMENTATION OF THE ASSIGNMENT DELIVERABLES

Detail how, when and by whom the deliverables will be implemented

The consultant will develop a workplan that includes detailed actions per task and deliverables, timeline, what resources and support needed in coordination with the GBV Coordinator and in light of the ToR.

5. FUTURE PHASES (IF ANY)

Is this a stand-alone assignment or will its implementation commit International Medical Corps to further expenditure of goods or services in the future? Provide details of these future phases.

This is a stand-alone assignment.

6. TRANSFER OF SKILLS (IF ANY)

Detail how any transfer of skills will be completed following the assignment

NA

Requirements

Essential

Desirable

Qualifications

(Indicate Degree/Certificated required)

Advanced degree in social sciences such as gender studies, social work, human rights, or any other relevant field

Experience

(Identify specific experiences that are necessary for this position. For example, experience using certain systems / method or experience in a certain sector)

Minimum 7 years related experience in GBV prevention, gender equality, and male engagement programming.

Competency

List technical expertise and soft skills required. Not exceeding 7 points

• Demonstrated expertise in developing and implementing male engagement strategies in GBV prevention, ideally in conflict or humanitarian contexts. Familiarity with male engagement approaches, including EMAP, SASA and Tipping Point or others.

• Demonstrated application of GBV core competencies and commitment to core principles of GBV programming

• Strong facilitation skills and experience leading participatory workshops/roundtables.

• Familiarity with Ukrainian or Eastern European socio-cultural context is strongly preferred.

• Knowledge of standards and guidance related to protection from SEA

• Demonstrated commitment to gender equality, empowerment of WROs/WLOs, and feminist principles.

• Excellent analytical, writing, and communication skills; both oral and written

• Ability to work independently and proactively,

• Ability to exercise sound judgment, remain flexible, and apply experience and guidance to evolving challenges

Language(s)

Fluency in English required; knowledge of Ukrainian is an advantage.

Job Description

Not Applicable

Job Requirements

Please refer to the Scope of Work above to view this Individual Consultancy details and requirements.

As applicable to this position, an individual must promote and encourage a culture of compliance and ethics throughout the organization and maintain a clear understanding of International Medical Corps' and donor compliance and ethics standards and adheres to those standards. Staff are also responsible for preventing violations to our Code of Conduct and Ethics, which may involve Conflicts of Interest, Fraud, Corruption or Harassment. If you see, hear or are made aware of any violations to the Code of Conduct and Ethics or Safeguarding Policy, you have an obligation to report. If this is a supervisory position, one must set an example of ethical behavior through one's own conduct and oversight of the work of others; ensure that those who report to you have sufficient knowledge and resources to follow the standards outlined in the Code of Conduct & Ethics; monitor compliance of the people you supervise; enforce the Code of Conduct & Ethics and International Medical Corps' policies, including the Safeguarding Policy and the Protection from Harassment, Bullying and Sexual Misconduct in the Workplace Policy, consistently and fairly; support employees who in good faith raise questions or concerns.

It is all staff shared responsibility and obligation to safeguard and protect populations with whom we work, including adults who may be particularly vulnerable and children. This includes safeguarding from the following conduct by our staff or partners: sexual exploitation and abuse; exploitation, neglect, or abuse of children, adults at risk, or LGBTI individuals; and any form of trafficking in persons.

International Medical Corps is proud to provide equal employment opportunities to all employees and qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national or ethnic origin, age, disability or status as a veteran.