ARCC Coordinator - Hyderabad

The ARCC Coordinator – Hyderabad works in two phases during 2026.

In the first phase (pre-ARCC establishment), the role is based at the LAS Hyderabad office and focuses on supervising OSPC operations, maintaining records, and supporting the establishment of the Anti-Rape Crisis Cell (ARCC) through coordination with hospital management, the Health Department, and procurement teams.

In the second phase, once the ARCC becomes operational, the role transitions into full-time ARCC-based coordination, focusing on survivor pathway management, referral system strengthening, and inter-agency coordination.

The position works closely with the Delivery Coordinator – Karachi and reports to the Assistant Manager.

A. OSPC Supervision (Pre-ARCC Phase)

• Maintain OSPC operational records and submit monthly updates to the Assistant Manager and M&E focal person.

• Identify operational gaps or service quality issues at OSPC level and escalate to the Delivery Coordinator – Karachi for resolution.

• Support continuity of services during transition from OSPC to ARCC model.

B. ARCC Establishment Coordination

• Lead coordination with hospital management, Health Department, and relevant authorities for ARCC setup in Hyderabad.

• Coordinate procurement processes with LAS procurement team for equipment, supplies, and facility readiness.

• Route all procurement documentation through the Delivery Coordinator – Karachi.

• Support planning and execution of the official ARCC launch in Hyderabad.

• Develop and track ARCC establishment timelines and escalate delays to management.

• Activate referral mechanisms to ensure operational readiness of the ARCC.

C. ARCC Coordination & Survivor Pathway Management

• Monitor survivor pathways through the ARCC and identify delays, bottlenecks, and systemic gaps.

• Coordinate between health providers, medico-legal officers, police, prosecution, and LAS legal teams to ensure timely referrals.

• Ensure all survivor services follow trauma-informed and dignity-based principles.

• Immediately escalate safeguarding concerns or service delivery issues.

• Strengthen coordination with external stakeholders including police SSOIUs, child protection services, and social welfare departments.

• Maintain referral tracking logs for monitoring, evaluation, and reporting purposes.

D. Reporting & Internal Coordination

• Submit monthly reports covering OSPC status and ARCC operational progress.

• Ensure timely and accurate submission of data to the M&E focal person.

• Participate in internal programme meetings and ARCC coordination forums.

• Report safeguarding incidents, complaints, or critical issues without delay.

• Bachelor’s degree in Psychology, Social Work, Public Health, Gender Studies, or related field (Clinical/Counselling Psychology preferred).
• Minimum 3 years of experience in GBV case coordination, psychosocial support, survivor services, or programme coordination.
• Experience in OSPC or one-stop centre management strongly preferred.
• Strong understanding of trauma-informed and survivor-centred approaches.
• Experience working with health, legal, or government institutions is an advantage.
• Exposure to procurement coordination or administrative processes is beneficial.
• Strong communication skills in English and Urdu; Sindhi is an asset.
• Proficiency in MS Office and case/data tracking tools.
• Strong commitment to ethical, survivor-centred programming.

• Multi-phase programme coordination (setup + operations)
• Survivor-centred and trauma-informed practice
• Inter-agency coordination and stakeholder management
• Procurement and administrative coordination (support level)
• Problem-solving in evolving operational environments
• Reporting, documentation, and data accuracy
• Safeguarding awareness and compliance

EEO & Non-Discrimination Statement:

Integrated into our shared values is LAS's commitment to diversity and equal employment opportunity. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment regardless of sex, age, race, colour, creed, religion, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other characteristics or conduct protected by law. LAS is committed to being an inclusive organization where all people are treated fairly, recognized for their individuality, promoted based on performance and encouraged to strive to reach their full potential. We believe in understanding and respecting differences among all people. Every individual at LAS has an ongoing responsibility to respect and support a diverse environment.

Safeguarding & PSEA Commitment

Legal Aid Society (LAS) is committed to the prevention and protection from all forms of sexual exploitation and abuse (SEA). LAS explicitly prohibits its staff, associates, partners, consultants, or any other representatives associated with the delivery of its work from:

• Engaging in any form of sexual exploitation or abuse;
• Sexual activity with children (persons below the age of 18) irrespective of a mistaken belief of the age of the child which shall not amount to a defense;
• Exchange of money, employment, goods or services for sex, including sexual favors or other forms of humiliating, degrading or exploitative behavior, is prohibited. This includes any exchange of assistance that is due to beneficiaries of assistance;
• Sexual relationships between LAS staff and beneficiaries of assistance, since they are based on inherently unequal power dynamics, undermine the credibility and integrity of the work of LAS and are strongly discouraged.