Protection Officer - PSS

Contract

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

Duty Station [Aden -Yemen]

Who are we?

The Danish Refugee Council (DRC) has been providing relief and development services in the Horn of Africa since 1997. Using a protection of human rights framework, DRC has mainly focused on Somalis who are displaced by conflict. Programmers include protection, livelihood, food and NFI distribution, water and sanitation, and advocacy amongst others. DRC Yemen has been providing relief and development services in Yemen since 2008. DRC has mainly focused on refugees and migrants displaced by conflict and natural disasters.

DRC, through its specialized business unit, Danish Demining Group (DDG) aims to recreate a safe environment where people can live without the threat of landmines, unexploded ordinances and small arms and light weapons”. These goals can be effectively advanced through cooperation and joint action with other organization as well as with integration of operations and programs with its sister organization, DRC.

About the job:

Overall purpose of the role:

The Protection Officer PSS will be responsible for organizing and implementing PSS activities on levels 1 and 2 in mobile and static community centers. The Protection Officer - PSS will also create a weekly schedule of activities for the center, as well as maintain the space equipped and organized, and support in procuring materials according to needs. The Protection Officer (PSS) will identify individuals in need of further assistance and will refer them to DRC staff for additional services. In addition to this, the protection officer will ensure the quality of the planning, implementation, and follow-up of all technical aspects of the sector activities being implemented by DRC, as well as develop and maintain good relations with the persons of concern, relevant stakeholders and other humanitarian actors, to support adequate implementation and coordination of DRC’s sector activities.

Responsibilities:

• Organize and implement group sessions and adults in the community center such as arts, sports, non-formal education, human development skills, etc.;
• Lead the set-up and organization of spaces and materials in the community center in preparation for the recreational, psychosocial, awareness-raising, and information dissemination activities;
• Plan and maintain a schedule of activities at the community center, and propose new ideas for activities;
• Identifying needs for material and equipment to conduct activities and support DRC Team Leader with the procurement of items;
• Safely identify and mobilize community members to participate in activities at the community center;
• Greet, welcome, orientate, and register participants in activities at the community center;
• Conducting information-sharing sessions and awareness sessions in the community center on topics identified by DRC;
• Awareness-raising sessions regarding the availability of mental health, psychosocial support, and protection services.
• Safely identify and refer members of the community who require additional assistance and services to DRC’s Social Worker/s and Officers in accordance with defined referral pathways and Standard Operating Procedures, with a particular focus on high-risk cases;
• Fill the recreational activities forms and database (as well for other related activities) with accurate information and submit it on a weekly basis;
• Strictly abide by the DRC Code of Conduct;
• Must adhere to DRC’s mission, values, and code of conduct including respect for the principles of neutrality, do no harm, and non-discrimination;
• Must treat all partners and beneficiaries with dignity and respect.

About you

To be successful in this role you must have:

Experience and technical competencies:

• 1-2 years of experience in protection-related work with both children and adults;
• Previous experience providing psychosocial support services;
• Previous experience in general protection activities including case management and protection monitoring.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality, respect, non-discrimination, and safety of clients at all times;
• Ability to discuss sensitive issues with respect and empathy;
• Ability to discuss sensitive issues with respect and empathy including ability to provide basic Psychological First Aid services.
• Knowledge of global MHPSS guidelines.
• Must be willing to perform tasks as required by DRC and other partner agencies if relevant.

In this position, you are expected to demonstrate DRC’ five core competencies:

• Striving for excellence: Focusing on reaching results while ensuring efficient processes.

• Collaborating: Involving relevant parties and encouraging feedback.

• Taking the lead: Taking ownership and initiative while aiming for innovation.

• Communicating: Listening and speaking effectively and honestly.

• Demonstrating integrity: Upholding and promoting the highest standards of ethical and professional conduct in relation to DRC’s values and Code of Conduct, including safeguarding against sexual exploitation, abuse and harassment.

Moreover, we also expect the following:

Required qualifications:

Education :

• Bachelor/Degree in Social work, counseling, psychology, or closely related field; proven field experience can be accepted in lieu.

Languages:

• Arabic - Fluent, in reading and writing
• English – good level of speaking and writing

We offer

DRC will offer the successful applicant a contract until June 2024, renewable dependent on both funding and performance. You must be available to start work As soon as possible, and be willing and able to work in Aden with travel to Lahj.

Salary and conditions will be in accordance with Danish Refugee Council’s Terms of Employment. This position will be placed at Band (H Non- Manager) and will be reporting to Protection Team Leader.

Application process

Interested? Then apply for this position by clicking on the apply button or the link below. All applicants must send a cover letter and an updated CV (no longer than four pages). Both must be in the same language as this vacancy note. CV only applications will not be considered.

Females are encouraged to apply for this position.

If you have questions or are facing problems with the online application process, please contact job@drc.dk

Applications close 23 October 2023. The interviews are expected to take place**, in two weeks after advertisement**** **closing date.

Need further information?

For more details on this position, please contact [email protected].

Please note that applications sent directly to [[email protected]] will not be considered.

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