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RUTH ABBAS

Mrs
Maiduguri,Borno

Summary

Dedicated professional with 7 years of working experience in both developmental and crisis-prone areas in Northeast and Northwest areas of Nigeria covering humanitarian crisis activities, particularly in Dikwa, Banki, Bama, Damasak Ngala, Jere, and Maiduguri LGAs in Borno State. I possess experience in coordinating complex programs with a wide variety of stakeholders and skills in developing responsive evidence-based program designs including budget development. Additional experience includes management and supervision of staff and supportive mentoring. As an experienced case management trainer, certified by the Interagency case management AOR, I Possess knowledge in training staff on GBV case management, psychosocial support, Gender-based violence information management system (GBVIMS+), mainstreaming, social behavior change communication, community mobilization, PSEA (prevention of sexual exploitation and abuse) and PFA (psychological first aid). furthermore, 1 possess strong experience in project design/ implementation, safeguarding, and child protection program. I am an energetic and motivational leader dedicated to driving top emergency response and developmental programs anywhere anytime.

Overview

9
9
years of professional experience
2
2
years of post-secondary education
7
7
Certifications

Work History

Senior Technical Officer GBV

FHI 360
07.2022 - Current
  • Overall responsible for the rigorous application of project cycle management standards to achieve program quality in design, implementation, and monitoring.
  • Support the Protection Coordinator in coordinating the implementation of pilot interventions such as the formation of cooperatives, men’s engagement programs, and intergenerational dialogue among others
  • Actively engaged in conducting needs assessments for program implementation in current and new areas
  • Actively collaborate with the child protection sub-sector and other sectors (Health, WASH, and Nutrition) to seek program synergies and opportunities for innovative integration and to ensure comprehensive assistance to the crisis-affected populations.
  • Conduct monthly field visits to carry out technical supportive supervision and provide all necessary technical coaching and guidance for GBV field staff
  • Oversee capacity-building activities for GBV Staff and community volunteers
  • Review GBV incidence using GBVIMS+ and export for external reporting including submission of 5Ws
  • Develop monthly financial pipelines and monitor sector budget
  • Develop sector purchase requests as per the approved procurement plans and submit them to the procurement department for processing.

Technical Officer

FHI360 Nigeria
04.2018 - 06.2022

.Exhibited strong problem-solving skills to effectively resolve challenging situations.

· Coordinate GBV program in all implementing locations (Damasak, Banki, Bama, Ngala, Dikwa).

· Supervised caseworker on case management by reviewing case files on primero GBVIMs+ and audits.

· Support through training and capacity building to team members on GBV including harmful traditional practice, case management, PSS, PSEA, and PFA.

· Train community stakeholders on GBV’s core concept to respond to GBV.

· Conduct specific activities for psychosocial well-being and building the resilience of the most vulnerable women and adolescents by ensuring various activities, including active games, sports, expressive/creative activities, life skills, and educational activities.

Mobilize adolescent boys and girls to launch empowering activities that suit their interests, promote their psychosocial well-being, and create an opportunity for their direct social engagement at the community level.

Acting Protection Coordinator

FHI
06.2020 - 12.2020
  • Manage program budgets including routine expense forecasting and pipeline analysis
  • Work with operations to ensure commodities are procured, handled, and managed properly by the organization’s supply chain management
  • Lead the organization’s humanitarian efforts in protection sectors with a specific focus on child protection and GBV in emergencies, from conception through implementation and onward to transition on phase ensuring programming exceeds established quality criteria and technical standards
  • Assist with resource mobilization by drafting, designing, and reviewing concept notes and technical proposals for protection, CP, and GBV sector
  • Developed partnerships and ensure effective coordination with local service providers, international organizations, and all relevant government entities operating in these sectors
  • Assess community infrastructure and services-providers capabilities, identifying support needs, service gaps, and partnership opportunities
  • Conduct designing and leading CP and GBV technical assessments using proven and effective methodologies and cultural practice.

Assistant Technical Officer GBV/Protection

FHI 360
Borno state
02.2017 - 04.2017
  • ATO) at FHI 360 -Dikwa, Borno State Nigeria
  • Conducted psychosocial activities (PSS) in a women-friendly space
  • Conducted case management for survivors of Gender-Based Violence
  • Provided support and care for vulnerable women and girls (including survivors of GBV) in Dikwa and distribute dignity kits to survivors and vulnerable women
  • Identified and facilitated the referral pathway for clients needing specialized psychological or mental health, medical, and other humanitarian needs in Dikwa
  • Maintained client’s files by international standards and ensure client’s files and information are kept confidential
  • Assess training needs and capacity building on Protection and the overall team to work with Protection Coordinator and Human Resources to update the training plan and identify training opportunities to meet needs
  • Led weekly, monthly, and quarterly reporting and closely review inputs from the Protection sub-sector teams, ensuring a high level of data accuracy and quality, as well as the timely compilation of data
  • Promote team building through activities and other mechanisms to support positive team dynamics, including setting joint communication protocols, identifying concerns and feedback on the team, and promoting information-sharing and collaboration
  • Supervised community volunteers to provide supportive mentorship and conduct community awareness and sensitization on GBV in 4 camps and host community in Dikwa LGA.

WASH support Assistant

Norwegian Refugee Council, NRC
10.2016 - 02.2017
  • Conducted hygiene promotion in the host community and camps in Maiduguri
  • Conducted community awareness and sensitization on hygiene promotion
  • Conduct distribution of NFIs
  • Conducted MUAC screening
  • Compiled and submit weekly data and narrative reports
  • Counselling and testing Officer at SHAT Sami HIV/AIDs Project, Kebbi state.

Independent Monitor

World Health Organization
Kebbi
06.2014 - 12.2014
  • Monitored routine immunization
  • Collected data on immunized children
  • Compiled and submit monthly reports.

Education

Post Graduation Diploma - Disaster Risk Management Studies

University of Maiduguri
07.2021 - Current

BSC - Geography

University of Maiduguri, Immaculate college

Certification

Certification on GBV in Emergency advance training in ITALY, 2023.

Timeline

Senior Technical Officer GBV

FHI 360
07.2022 - Current

Post Graduation Diploma - Disaster Risk Management Studies

University of Maiduguri
07.2021 - Current

Acting Protection Coordinator

FHI
06.2020 - 12.2020

Technical Officer

FHI360 Nigeria
04.2018 - 06.2022

Assistant Technical Officer GBV/Protection

FHI 360
02.2017 - 04.2017

WASH support Assistant

Norwegian Refugee Council, NRC
10.2016 - 02.2017

Independent Monitor

World Health Organization
06.2014 - 12.2014

BSC - Geography

University of Maiduguri, Immaculate college
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