HOPE YIKIRU

Highly motivated person with the desire to take on new challenges. Strong work ethic, adaptability, and exceptional interpersonal skills. Adept at working effectively unsupervised and quickly mastering new skills.

• 12/2021, Present, Gender and Protection Assistant, World Vision (UNDP Project-Lamwo), Implementing the UNDP/KOICA Protection and Gender Programme interventions, as well as ensuring protection and gender mainstreaming in to the livelihoods programming in the settlement and host communities we work with, initiate action in the areas of protection and gender, identify and deal appropriately with existing and emerging protection and gender gaps/issues at the Cash for work sites to provide technical support in relation to relevant protection and gender standards;, ensure mental stability of target clients through (MHPSS) Problem Management Plus Model, staff and stakeholder capacity building, awareness raising and sensitization on gender inequality norms and practices/PSEA, as well as ensure adherence to child protection minimum standards in humanitarian action (SPHERE Standards) and principles as well as the Prevention of Sexual Exploitation and Abuse/Code of Conduct among others., Trained/built the capacity of over 70 staff both in Lamwo and Adjumani, 30 key stakeholders and partners both at district and subcounty level, 28 community structures/members on Gender and Protection mainstreaming, humanitarian protection, protection from sexual exploitation and abuse (PSEA) and sexual and gender-based violence (SGBV) among others as well as strengthened and supported local actor's capacity to apply the concept of case management to GBV/PSEA multi-sectoral response interventions through gender awareness and sensitivity trainings, dialogue meetings thus ensuring safe and confidential referrals for survivors., Strengthened Partnerships and stakeholder engagements like Local and district officials, Partner agencies like OPM, UNHCR, CDOs, LCs and Religious leaders in project activities trainings, meetings which led to high levels of trust and support. (over 10 monthly working group meetings and still ongoing, 04 thematic days, 10 community dialogues with women, men, boys and girls supported by local and district stakeholders among others), Organized Program's such as community radio talk shows, dramas etc. that directly advocate ending violence against children, women and girls and also participated in the celebration of thematic days like Day of the African child (DAC), girl children, 16days of activism, international women's day among others that raise awareness on GBV and human rights among others. The community radio talk show has set precedence for the organization and has become a for a or plat form for engaging live session dialogues/discussions with community/duty bearers hence giving accountability to the people we serve., Provided MHPSS services to over 600 beneficiaries using the PM+ model which has worked miracles in their recovery mentally, and also increased self-reliance, efforts and productivity in their livelihoods. Data collected indicated that groups who benefited from the MHPSS services (PM+ model) perform better than those who have not which is an indication that mainstreaming gender and protection/MHPSS into livelihoods enhances resilience and self -reliance., Engaged, networked and collaborated with different Partners and Stakeholders in different forums like trainings, coordination meetings, dialogue conversations with respect to gender, protection and MHPSS issues, which helped in strengthening the referral and reporting mechanisms thus improved service delivery to communities and enhanced capacities of the people we serve., Provided information to communities through awareness raising, community led activities like road walks and drives and also through GBV/PSEA and MHPSS communication materials., Provided technical support through trainings and clinical supervisions to different projects like (MOFA), local leaders within and outside my areas of operation (Adjumani and Lamwo) in mainstreaming gender and protection, prevention and response and this gave birth to new projects like Yumbe MHPSS project among others., Conducted over 50 onsite case management on issues related to CFW assistance, protection and gender hence smooth implementation of project activity and enhancing safe space for cash for work beneficiaries to work in., Submitted over 24 Monthly/weekly reports of the project's developments in both GBV/MHPSS activities and tracking of the gender budget and activities which ensured proper accountability and budget management., Mapped out key actors in PSEA and SGBV in the settlement for referrals and linkages. These included LWF, OPM, UNHCR, RLP, TPO, CEDOVIP, among others which has enhanced collaboration and partnership with other service providers., As the staff spiritual nurture for Lamwo, I have been able to support with the mobilization of resources for thanksgiving drives within the response, supported staff on case by case basis with counseling and prayers, lead Wednesday devotions, with consultation and support from staff, I was able to start the Thursday evening time alone with God where staffs come and pour out their hearts in prayer among others hence living out our Christian faith and calling with boldness and humility.
• 03/2021, 11/2021, Child Protection Assistant, World Vision (MICAH integrated child protection project) and also supported New Zealand (Omugo child protection) Project, Working with communities and stakeholders to ensure effective implementation of project activities, contributing to project proposal and budget development, quality data management processes, monitoring of project activities for compliance and effectiveness, reporting (both internal and donor reporting), documenting project success stories and representing the team in several sector and coordination meetings with other NGOs, stakeholders and communities and ensuring accountability to children., Planned and trained 67 ECD/CFS caregivers, 90 center management committees, and 11 center guards on child and adult safeguarding policy and the code of conduct., Successfully supervised and monitored the implementation of a home learning program for ECD-going children in Imvepi and Omugo refugee settlement and the host communities of the Odupi sub-county during the Covid-19 era and children were able to learn even when schools were closed., Mobilized and sensitized parents and community members to participate and support project interventions within the ECD centers, homes, and the community to enhance continuity and sustainability of learning in these centers and the schools were able to get the support needed from parents which was an achievement for the project., Planned, organized and supported with various pieces of training to equip 101 caregivers with knowledge on ECD implementation and management. Caregivers were able to go through the ECD learning framework at Arua core PTC, received psychosocial support training, and training on PSEA (Prevention of sexual exploitation and abuse) among others which enhanced their knowledge and skills to perform better and deliver as expected hence improved learning., Mentored and built the capacity of 240 children, 20 ToTs on empowering children as peace builders (ECaP) and on peace road sessions which promoted peaceful co-existence among the refugees and the host community., Compiled Weekly and monthly narrative and statistical reports which helped show the organizations evidence quality reporting relevance in areas of operation and provided accountability to the donors and other stakeholders., Motivated and successfully registered teamwork among 79 Early Childhood Development and Child Friendly Space caregivers/animators for greater ministry in the community through setting clear goals, regular meetings which increased performance, timely and quality completion and submission of assignments leading to achievement of organizational goals., Worked with 70 Child Friendly Space (CFS) children to design and deliver psychosocial activities including recreational, creative, cultural and social cohesion activities for children in their communities and in the child friendly Spaces that promoted peaceful coexistence and maintained children in stable and supportive communities, thus building their resilience according to the agreed plan., Organized and conducted monthly reflection meetings with the caregivers, center management committees, parents, and other stakeholders in the 10 ECD centers that were under my supervision in the Imvepi refugee settlement and this fostered unity and accountability and increased teamwork and collaboration and performance of the caregivers who became committed to serving the children., Supported 30 child protection structures and Para Social workers to conduct structured reflection meetings to generate action plans, feedback, and reporting on all children's issues and cases and this increased accountability and also provided a platform for learning and their capacities were enhanced hence becoming better case managers and appropriate support and referrals were made in accordance to case management standards., Represented the organization in zonal coordination meetings, Zonal inter-agency meetings, meetings for protection partners, SGBV sub-sector, and education working group meetings hence increased partnership, collaboration and networking.
• 08/2020, 11/2020, WPE Response Officer, IRC-Uganda (Zombo Refugee Emergency response that was only 3 months to respond to dire needs), Maintained and updated administrative work reports, planned activities and expected output for proper implementation and budget management. Implemented multi-agency plans to address needs and risks and take the lead professional role where appropriate, building effective and creative relationships with key professionals in other agencies to ensure a fully integrated and holistic approach., Successfully organized end-of-project meeting with the refugee leaders of zone four, Imvepi settlement, and the beneficiaries to update them on the project status and the project achievements and also get feedback from the community on the effectiveness and the impact of the project leading to increased accountability to the persons of concern., Trained all the refugee community leaders of zone 4 on Gender-Based Violence (forms of GBV, causes, effects, and how to identify and report GBV cases among others) which enhanced their capacities and led to better management and referral of cases as well as channels of reporting., Participated in various meetings to advocate and remind partners of humanitarian principles and commitment to risk mitigation for women and girls, especially SGBV/PWG meetings., Trained and sensitized 360 women and girls on sexual and reproductive health rights and issues, and referred women including pregnant mothers and girls at risk for SRH services at health centers which minimized risks of death and complications hence better and healthy lifestyles promoted., Provided psychological first aid (PFA) and basic psychosocial support to over 230 vulnerable individuals including survivors of GBV that sought support hence building their resilience and minimizing relapse among others., Identified safe spaces through which vulnerable persons were able to access basic emotional support, accurate information about services, and referral pathways from trained staff and cases of misinformation were minimized and appropriate services provided., Conducted information and awareness sessions to over 600 POCs on the services available and how to access these services.
• 05/2018, 08/2020, Child Protection Case Worker, World Vision, Working with communities to ensure proper implementation of project activities, conducting home visits and monitoring of children under Foster care, holding meetings with children and parents for feedback on project activities, preparing weekly and monthly reports for accountability purposes., Identified, documented and conducted home visits for over 230 cases of Unaccompanied, Separated and Children at Risk, identified 08 role model foster banks for interim care of the Unaccompanied children, who were supported with basic core relief items, services in the community and Psychosocial support., Sensitized over 355 Girls and boys on SGBV referral pathway, prevention and reporting mechanisms., Supported over 200 Unaccompanied, Separated and Children at Risk at the Food Distribution points to receive their food ration every cycle, ensuring that their survival and development needs are fully observed., Conducted monthly meetings with children in 05 schools and in the communities (host and refugee) about discipline and behavior, relationships, education, children's rights and responsibilities which was geared towards getting feedback on their wellbeing., Compiled Weekly and monthly narrative and statistical reports which help show the organizations relevance in areas of operation and provide accountability to the donors and other stakeholders., Compiled and documented 5 stories of impact (success stories)

A very committed, self-motivated, and result-oriented person with high change capability, Easy going by nature and able to get along with people, the community members/beneficiaries we serve and the stakeholders, colleagues, senior managers, and partners. Accountable with high level of integrity and a very focused person with the desire to make a positive impact. With over 5 years of dedicated experience in child protection and gender and protection/MHPSS in the refugee response across West Nile, networking and collaborating with different partners, stake holders through trainings, settlement coordination meetings, Dialogues, Focus Group Discussions, communication materials on GBV/PSEA, Child Protection, and Mental health, I have been able to strengthen referral/reporting mechanisms, minimized cases of GBV/PSEA and Mental Health which has built a resilient, recovered, and empowered community, helping women, men, girls and boys live life in all its fullness.

• Gender: Female
• Nationality: Ugandan

• KIZITOUS APANGU, +256-777055699, Kizitous_Apangu@wvi.org
• OPIO ISAAC, +256772085338, drisaacopio@gmail.com
• PS.ODAMA EMMANUEL, +256782453858, odama.e7@gmail.com

Prevention of Sexual Exploitation and Abuse (PSEA) Child Protection Communication among Adolescents Sexual Gender-Based Violence Campaign against early marriage and teenage pregnancy PM+ (Problem management Plus) Early Adolescent Skills for Emotions (EASE) GET Ahead (Gender and Entrepreneurship Together) Psychosocial First Aid (PFA) Early childhood development (ECD) Psychosocial support skills Case management Child protection in emergency

• counseling
• farming
• entrepreneur