Protection Officer - GBV

The Danish Refugee Council assists refugees and internally displaced persons across the globe: we provide emergency aid, fight for their rights, and strengthen their opportunity for a brighter future. We work in conflict-affected areas, along the displacement routes, and in the countries where refugees settle. In cooperation with local communities, we strive for responsible and sustainable solutions. We work toward successful integration and – whenever possible – for the fulfilment of the wish to return home.

The Danish Refugee Council was founded in Denmark in 1956, and has since grown to become an international humanitarian organization with more than 7,000 staff and 8,000 volunteers. Our vision is a dignified life for all displaced.

All of our efforts are based on our value compass: humanity, respect, independence and neutrality, participation.

Overview of the project: DRC will contribute to GBV prevention in EA & Maan through activities that aim to decrease the risk of GBV exposure for women and girls and ensure access to high quality response services. Specific activities include:

Structured GBV prevention activities for women, men, boys and/or girls based upon pre-determined GBV prevention manuals.

Overall purpose of the role:  DRC is looking for an experienced Protection Officer - GBV with a background in GBV to ensure high quality implementation of the GBV prevention activities in [EA & Maan].

About the job

The individual will report directly to Base Manager - Madaba. Your main duties and responsibilities will be:

• Implements structured GBV prevention activities, including conducting outreach, organizing sessions, implementing sessions and ensuring safe identification and referral of GBV and other protection cases to appropriate services.
• Ensures DRC has effective referral pathways to high quality survivor-centered GBV Case Management, and other services, as needed.
• Coordinates closely with the MEAL team in the monitoring of, and learning from, project activities.
• Supports in the development of GBV awareness and prevention materials.
• Ensures protection principles are mainstreamed throughout the project activities.
• Assists the Protection officer and Base Manager in administrative matters related to GBV activities.
• Assists the Protection officer and Base Manager in the timely reporting of project activities, including ensuring all activities are accurately documented on DRC Jordan’s IM database.
• Coordinates closely with relevant GBV partners to facilitate cross-programming, and ensure timely access to referral pathways.
• Any other duties, as directed by the Base Manager

About you

Required

• Bachelor/ Degree in Social Work, Counseling, Psychology or another related field.
• At least 3-4 years of experience in international organizations and humanitarian settings, specifically working with GBV Programming (prevention or response); experience of facilitating GBV prevention programmes would be an advantage.
• Experience in providing trainings / facilitating sessions on protection topics.
• Experience facilitating community awareness sessions on gender and GBV.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality, respect, non-discrimination and safety of individuals at all times.
• Computer Literacy (Microsoft Word, Excel and PowerPoint).
• Excellent interpersonal and problem-solving skills, creativity and flexibility.
• Comfortable in a multi-cultural environment, flexible and able to handle pressure well.
• Flexibility in working overtime when needed;
• Previous experience working with Syrian refugees in Jordan.
• Fluency in written and spoken Arabic
• Working ability in English is an advantage

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: You act in line with DRC’s vision and values. 

Designation of Duty Station: Madaba

Start date: ASAP

Application process

All applicants must upload a cover letter and an updated CV (no longer than four pages) in English. Applications sent by email will not be considered.

Closing date for applications: 30 November 2022

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

For further information about the Danish Refugee Council, please consult our website drc.ngo.