Protection Officer

Background:  

The DRC/DDG Somalia Programme is the largest programmes in East Africa region and has been providing relief and development services since 1997. DRC/DDG is among the INGOs with the largest presence in Somalia, with country-wide programmes implemented through six main sub offices in Somaliland, Puntland, Hiran Region, Gedo Region, Bay Region and Banadir Region. Using a human rights framework, the DRC Somalia operations focuses mainly on people who are affected by displacement, including refugees, internally displaced, and migrant. 

Danish Demining Group (DDG) is a specialized unit within DRC which implements mine action and armed violence reduction (AVR) programmes. DDG’s mandate is ‘to create a safe environment free from armed violence and the remnants of conflict’, and DDG does this via a programmatic focus on four key sectors: Security Systems Reform, Small Arms and Light Weapons (SALW) management, Mine Action and Conflict Management.

Overall Purpose of the role

The Protection officer will be supervised by the Protection Team Leader. The officer coordinate and implement protection activities in given locations. The protection officer will plan, implement, monitor, and document all protection activities with the support of Protection Team leader. The officer will support the case workers on implementation of Child protection, GBV, protection monitoring, HLP and other general protection related activities. He or She will be responsible for day to day protection implementation activities in the field including awareness raising, conducting training. The protection officer will also work closely work with the case workers, protection monitors to produce monthly, weekly reports/updates and share with protection Team Leader

Responsibilities:
 
•    Responsible for planning and direct implementation of protection activities including community training, registrations, monitoring of the activities of protection projects locations.
•    Responsible for the implementation of the GBV/CP support interventions in targeted areas and ensure timely referral pathways ad adequate responses are provided (case management, provision of health kits and timely referral to other relevant services based on the existing service mapping and Standard Operation Procedures). 
•    Conduct capacity building for community-based protection groups to support protection activities implementation and awareness raising activities in the area. 
•    Monitoring and supporting protection monitors on data collection process.
•    Responsible for timely and effective provision of Community Based Protection services within their areas of project operation. This includes protection monitoring, mobile outreach activities, community safe spaces, psychosocial support, awareness raising, community capacity building, identify community needs and their priorities, mobilize communities, develop community action plans and dialogue process. 
•    Contribute to evidence-based programming through protection monitoring data as well as improved access to Gender Based Violence (GBV) and child protection services to girls, women, boys and men that are at risk of GBV and child right violations both in IDPs and host community.   
•    Conducting culturally appropriate trainings on GBV prevention and response and Child Protection for key stakeholders and ensuring direct protection messaging will be provided to targeted community leaders, women, and children through psychosocial support (PSS) activities and awareness raising sessions.
•    Ensure filling system for the case management forms and assure to organize in well-organized manner. 
•    Participate and maintain effective relationship with GBVWG, CPWG, protection working group in Somaliland and for better coordination and referral pathways among service providers.
•    Follow up GBV and children Protection cases referred by caseworkers ffor safe shelter in collaboration with related stakeholders.
•    Field visit, monitor, report and cooperate with Protection cluster and other partners during the project cycle.
•    Other relevant duties as directed your direct supervisor. 

Monitoring and Reporting 

•    Prepare weekly / monthly individual work plans, with the inputs of your supervisor will serve as guideline for implementation. 
•    Continuously monitor implementation of protection activities and report on progress, challenges and recommend solutions.
•    Participate in all relevant meetings, workshops, seminars and training as directed and provide feedback

Experience, Education and Technical competencies:

•    University degree in law, development studies, gender studies, international development, or other relevant field from a recognized institution.
•    Minimum 3 years work experience in Protection, GBV, child protection with a demonstrated focus on protection program design and implementation.
•    protection in working an international NGO, UN agency or in humanitarian response setting.
•    Experience in working with displaced and/or conflict affected populations, such as refugees or IDP
•    Knowledge of community-based protection approaches, preferably including experience in working with IDP’s, Refugees or returnees. 
•    Basic familiarity with MS application packages (Word, Excel and database software) and willingness to develop further.
•    Good cooperation skills, ability to work well independently and in a team;
•    Experience working with International NGO’s, UN agencies and/or local authorities in complex emergencies
•    Strong self-starter, able to take initiative and adapt to changing circumstances and priorities.
•    Strong listening and empathy skills, as well as commitment to supporting women and children survivors/ at risk;
•    Strong planning, organization and problem-solving skills with ability to work both independently and within a team in a demanding work environment
•    Proven record of providing trainings and workshops on protection needs and concerns.
•    Excellent knowledge laws, policies at this context. 

Languages:

•    Fluency in written and spoken Somali & English

ABOUT YOU

In this position, you are expected to demonstrate DRC’ five core competencies:
•    Striving for excellence: You focus on reaching results while ensuring an efficient process.
•    Collaborating: You involve relevant parties and encourage feedback.
•    Taking the lead: You take ownership and initiative while aiming for innovation.
•    Communicating: You listen and speak effectively and honestly.
•    Demonstrating integrity: Upholding and promoting the highest standards of ethical and professional conduct in relation to DRC’s values and Code of Conduct, including safeguarding against sexual exploitation, abuse and harassment.

Conditions

Availability:     March 2021
 
Duty station:    Dhobley
 
Reporting to:  Team Leader-Protection

Duration:       10 month with possibility of extension based on performance and funding

Contract:      This position is graded as Band NM-H2 for qualified national staff and the terms of employment will be in accordance with DRC terms for national staff.

The position is open to Nationals ONLY

Gender Equality: DRC is committed to achieving gender parity in staffing at all levels. In light of this, women candidates are particularly encouraged to apply to bridge the gender gap.
Equal Opportunities: DRC is an equal opportunity employer. We value diversity and we are committed to creating an inclusive environment based on mutual respect for all employees. We do not discriminate on the basis of age, sex, disability status, religion, ethnic origin, color, race, marital status or other protected characteristics.

Commitments

DRC adheres to the Core Humanitarian Standards. All staff are required to contribute to the achievement of these standards. 

DRC has a Humanitarian Accountability Framework, outlining its global accountability commitments. All staff are required to contribute to the achievement of this framework. 

For general information about Danish Refugee Council, please visit www.drc.ngo 

Application:
Interested candidates who meet the required qualifications and experience are invited to submit updated CV and cover letter explaining their motivation and why they are suited for the post. We only accept applications sent via our online-application form on www.drc.ngo under Vacancies.   

Please forward the application and CV, in English through the online application on www.drc.ngo  under Vacancies no later than 02 March 2021

If you have questions or are facing problems with the online application process, please visit drc.ngo/jobsupport