Protection Manager-Zamfara

Job Description

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Qualifications

- Degree in Law, International Law, Human Rights, Social science or International Affairs - Minimum of three years of professional experience in protection programming in a displacement setting - Previous working experience with US and European donors is an asset. - Strong understanding of protection principles and likely protection concerns arising in the Nigeria context as well as conflict sensitivity - Experience in complex emergencies and the ability to live and work in a very remote environment. - Ability to work under pressure and without daily supervision. - Demonstrated skill in staff management in a cross- cultural environment. - Demonstrated analytical skills and report writing experience required. - Strong interpersonal, intercultural and communication skills - Excellent oral and written skills and computer skills

Demonstrated Technical Skills:

- Good communication skills, effective in representation and liaison with community members and leaders. - Works well in and promotes teamwork, comfortable in a multi-cultural environment, flexible and able to handle pressure well. - Languages: - Fluency in English and other languages desirable. - Knowledge of the local language will be an added value.

Computer / Other Tech Requirements:

- Full professional competency in Microsoft Office Suite, especially Word, Excel, Outlook, and PowerPoint. - Ability to Travel: 50% of time if applicable

Standards of Professional Conduct:

- The IRC and IRC workers must adhere to the values and principles outlined in the IRC Way – Code of Conduct. These are Integrity, Service, and Accountability. In accordance with these values, the IRC operates and enforces policies on Beneficiary Protection from Exploitation and Abuse, Child Safeguarding, Harassment-Free Workplace, Fiscal Integrity, Anti-Retaliation, Combating Trafficking in Persons, and several others.

Gender Equality:

- IRC is committed to narrowing the gender gap in leadership positions. We offer benefits that provide an enabling environment for women to participate in our workforce including parental leave, gender-sensitive security protocols and other supportive benefits and allowances.

Working Environment:

- IRC is an Equal Opportunity Employer. IRC considers all applicants based on merit without regard to race, sex, color, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, disability or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.