ICLA and Protection Assistant Yemen Aden
Ensure effective implementation of ICLA and Protection activities.
Overview
Ensure effective implementation of ICLA and Protection activities.
You have:
- University degree in law, social studies, development studies or other relevant field
- Minimum of 3 years work experience with NGO, legal or international organization in the area of protection or human rights
- Experience from working with protection and legal assistance projects in a humanitarian/recovery context
- Knowledge of the context in Yemen
- Knowledge of English and the local language
- Experience with the Microsoft Suite
Background
The purpose of this position is to ensure effective implementation of ICLA and Protection activities in alignment with approved proposals and NRC policies. It serves as a focal point for needs assessments, beneficiary selection, and project management to ensure high-quality service delivery. Key responsibilities include supporting beneficiaries, conducting outreach and awareness sessions, enhancing local authority capacity, and advocating for beneficiaries' needs. The role also involves monitoring policies affecting internally displaced persons (IDPs), documenting findings, and representing NRC in relevant clusters to promote the rights and wellbeing of affected communities.
Qualifications
Generic Professional Competencies
Experience
University degree in law, social studies, development studies / other relevant field/ the equivalent
Minimum of 3 years work experience with NGO, legal or international organization in the area of protection or human rights
Experience from working with protection and legal assistance projects in a humanitarian/recovery context
Previous experience from working in complex and volatile contexts
Documented results related to the position’s responsibilities
Knowledge about own skills/profile
Knowledge of English
Context Related Skills, Knowledge, and Experience
Knowledge of the context in Yemen
Knowledge of English and the local language
Experience with the Microsoft Suite
Behavioural competencies
These are personal qualities that influence how successful people are in their job. NRC’s Competency Framework states 12 behavioural competencies, and the following are essential for this position:
Handling insecure environment
Planning and delivering results
Empowering and building trust
Communicating with impact and respect
Responsibilities
Generic Responsibilities
Adhere to NRC policies, tools, handbooks and guidelines
Assist with the implementation of the support function portfolio according to plan of action
Prepare and develop status reports as required by management
Ensure proper filing of documents
Promote and share ideas for improvement of the support function
Work with partners and stakeholders to aid ICLA and Protection beneficiaries.
Suggest new methods and approaches to improve the quality of the ICLA and protection activities.
Conduct advocacy related activities
Specific Responsibilities
Ensure ICLA and Protection activities align with approved proposals, donor requirements, NRC policies, international standards, and local customs.
Serve as focal point for needs assessments, beneficiary selection, and field implementation (subject to security clearance).
Oversee the full project cycle, implementation, monitoring, verification, and evaluation, ensuring timely delivery and quality.
Provide guidance and information to beneficiaries; conduct awareness sessions and capacity-building for local authorities.
Apply participatory and inclusive approaches that strengthen community self-reliance and local capacities.
Maintain understanding of the ICLA and Protection context, including national and international legal frameworks.
Support the development, maintenance, and updating of case management systems and service provider mapping.
Conduct outreach, awareness campaigns, and advocacy initiatives through group information sessions.
Guide beneficiaries seeking legal counselling and ensuring appropriate referrals.
Contribute to needs assessments, studies, and research using participatory tools (FGDs, interviews, surveys).
Conduct training sessions and identify capacity-building needs for target groups.
Assist in strategic review, monitoring, and evaluation of ICLA and Protection activities.
Monitor policies and contextual changes affecting IDPs; collect and analyze relevant field information.
Build strong relationships with beneficiaries through regular engagement and visits.
Document findings, prepare assessment reports, and produce quantitative and qualitative activity analyses.
Support awareness-raising and community mobilization activities with the NRC team.
Represent NRC in ICLA/ protection cluster and working group meetings.
Perform additional duties as assigned by the ICLA and Protection Team Leader and Area Program Manager.
Potential interview questions
| Can you describe a time when you had to handle sensitive information in a challenging environment? | This question assesses your ability to maintain confidentiality and handle sensitive matters responsibly. | Discuss specific situations where discretion was necessary and how you managed the circumstances. |
| What strategies would you use to engage a community that is reluctant to participate in protection activities? | The interviewer wants to know your approach to community engagement and relationship building. | Pro members can see the explanation. |
| Can you provide an example of a successful needs assessment you conducted? | Pro members can see the explanation. | Pro members can see the explanation. |
| How do you prioritize tasks when overseeing multiple projects? | Pro members can see the explanation. | Pro members can see the explanation. |
| Describe a situation where you had to advocate for a beneficiary's rights. What was the outcome? | Pro members can see the explanation. | Pro members can see the explanation. |
| Tell us about an experience where you had to adapt your communication style to fit your audience. What was the result? | Pro members can see the explanation. | Pro members can see the explanation. |
| What methods do you use to ensure quality in the monitoring and evaluation of projects? | Pro members can see the explanation. | Pro members can see the explanation. |
| Can you give an example of how you have built strong relationships with beneficiaries? | Pro members can see the explanation. | Pro members can see the explanation. |
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