Protection Assistant

Contract

This is a DRC - National contract. More about DRC - National contracts.

About DRC.

The DRC Somalia Programme is the largest programmes in East Africa region and has been providing relief and development services since 1997. DRC 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.

Overall purpose of the role:

The Protection Assistant will be systematically and regularly collecting, verifying and analyzing information over an extended period of time in order to identify violations of rights and protection risks for populations of concern for the purpose of informing effective responses. The monitoring will target returnees, IDPs and host communities in Mogadishu.

Responsibilities:

• Monitor, verify and document human rights violations and protection risks in the IDP sites
• Drafts weekly and monthly reports under the guidance of the supervisor and in line with the reporting mechanisms.
• Establish community Protection-Based Structures committees and capacitate them on how to handle community-level activities.
• Produces protection focused reports and follows-up on red flag protection-related issues;
• Analyse data and highlight trends and protection needs in reporting to Protection and Information Manager;
• Produce and submit weekly reports on activities and protection concerns identified.
• Under the guidance of direct supervisor, facilitate one-on-one interviews and focus group discussions with returnees, IDPs, host community members, state actors and service providers in the field on selected protection concerns.
• Conduct spot observation in areas where IDPs are living for inclusion in protection monitoring, using qualitative and quantitative methods.
• Keep records through the digital system of the urgent protection needs identified and the actions taken to assist affected Population.
• Refer cases with protection concerns to the case worker/community service worker, to ensure their protection needs are addressed.
• Track and document general conflict and displacement issues in DRC managed sites.
• Present progress reports on daily and weekly basis or as may be decided by supervisor.
• Support the Protection Information Management Officer in data entry and analysis.
• In conjunction with the local authorities/community, identify returnees at risk with specific needs, provide them with ad hoc immediate assistance, and refer them to specialized services as may be deemed necessary.
• Support protection officer in mapping of services and humanitarian needs.
• Support protection officer in conducting assessments on a need’s basis.
• Conduct other duties as assigned by supervisors

Experience, Education and technical competencies: (include years of experience).

• At least one-year previous NGO or humanitarian work experience.
• Diploma in social science or related fields
• Good data collection/analysis and reporting skills
• Experience using online data collection software Experience in protection monitoring and reporting
• Honest, hardworking and independent.
• Familiar with computers, Outlook, Excel and MS Word, mobile surveys
• Protection related experience not less than 1 years
• Good observational and Analytical skills.

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: You uphold and promote the highest standards of ethical and professional conduct in relation to our values and Code of Conduct, including safeguarding against sexual exploitation, abuse and harassment.

We offer

Availability: February, 2024.

Duty station: Mogadishu

Reporting to: Protection Team Leader.

Closing date for applications: 10th January 2024.

Duration: 12 Months with possibility of extension based on performance and funding

Contract: This position is graded as Band I2-Non-Management for qualified national staff and

the terms of employment will be in accordance with DRC terms for national staff.

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.

The position is open to Local Nationals ONLY

Qualified female candidates are highly encouraged to apply. 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.

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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 10th January 2024.

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