Associate Protection Officer

Support the transition to a national asylum system in Mauritania.

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Support the transition to a national asylum system in Mauritania.

You have:

Knowledge of international refugee law, human rights law, and mixed migration contexts.
Demonstrated interest or initial experience in capacity building, training design, and facilitation.
Experience in protection-related work, including community-based protection, legal assistance, or work with vulnerable populations.
Familiarity with data management tools (e.g., ProGres, ActivityInfo, Excel).
Strong analytical and drafting skills, with the ability to prepare clear reports, training materials, and briefing notes.
Good interpersonal and communication skills.
Ability to work in a multicultural environment and adapt to complex operational contexts.
Demonstrated commitment to protection principles and ethical standards.

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How will you align the draft migration and asylum law with international standards?	We want to assess your understanding of international protection laws and your ability to implement them.	Discuss your approach to review and consult with stakeholders to ensure compliance with international standards.
Can you provide an example of a training you designed?	This question assesses your experience and skills in capacity building and training.	Pro members can see the explanation.
Describe your experience in community-based protection initiatives.	Pro members can see the explanation.	Pro members can see the explanation.
How do you ensure data quality in protection-sensitive processes?	Pro members can see the explanation.	Pro members can see the explanation.
What strategies would you utilize to engage national counterparts effectively?	Pro members can see the explanation.	Pro members can see the explanation.
Can you explain the importance of non-refoulement in asylum processes?	Pro members can see the explanation.	Pro members can see the explanation.
How do you facilitate inclusivity in protection programs?	Pro members can see the explanation.	Pro members can see the explanation.
What steps would you take to improve access to civil documentation for refugees?	Pro members can see the explanation.	Pro members can see the explanation.