The Danish Refugee Council was founded in Denmark in 1956 and has since grown to become an international humanitarian organization with more than 7,000 staff and 8,000 volunteers. Our vision is a dignified life for all displaced. All our efforts are based on our value compass: humanity, respect, independence and neutrality, participation, honesty, and transparency. DRC has registered as one of leading, international, humanitarian displacement organization supporting refugees and internally displaced persons in 40 countries through provision of protection and life-saving humanitarian assistance around the world. DRC promotes and supports solutions to the problems faced by refugees, internally displaced people (IDPs), and migrants.

DRC has been present in the Gambella region since 2011. Its activities initially targeted the host community and the relatively small number of displaced persons and South Sudanese refugees. Since then, DRC is responding to the needs of the refugees through the provision of WASH, Livelihood, Shelter, and Protection services in the region.

Overall Purpose of the Role

Working under the direct management of the Protection Team Leader (Social Cohesion), the Protection Officer-Youth, is responsible to give a substantial contribution to technical management of the youth empowerment as required in the project documents and protection programming; Capacity building of junior national and refugee staff, beneficiaries, duty-bearers and other stakeholders; Developing, coordinating, and/or conducting awareness-raising and trainings in Gambella refugee camps and the nearby host community kebeles. In addition, the officer will take on any additional protection activity as required by the Protection Team Leader to meet the project objective.

Responsibilities and tasks

Develop and facilitate youth recreational activities in the youth friendly spaces
Identify and implement youth driven social cohesion initiatives
Conduct youth consultation sessions between refugees and host community representatives on peacebuilding activities
Conduct awareness raising sessions and celebration of special events
Plan and facilitate capacity building for youth, including training on peace building, leadership, and life skills
Involve the youth in youth-led awareness campaigns and initiatives targeting youth
Supervise and coordinate incentive social workers, and role models
Ensure compliance with case management standards, SOPs and guidelines
Conduct assessments and mappings and identify protection needs and vulnerabilities
Promote mainstreaming of Youth concerns and other protection concerns in all humanitarian interventions
Estimate quarterly program purchase requests according to the field requirements and submit requests on time
Monitor supply and logistical needs of project and ensure adherence to all relevant DRC logistics policies, including management of materials in the warehouse
Ensure that all relevant financial documentation is complete and submitted to finance in a timely manner as required by DRC finance policy
Manage all youth center facilitators/ Incentive social workers, supporting respectful and positive working relationships which allow for the effective implementation of all DRC protection activities
Undertake daily supervisory, monitoring and support visits to project locations
Under the direction of the Protection Team leader, support local level reporting for both internal and donor purposes on protection related activities.
Carryout any other activities assigned by the protection team leader or organization

Others

Other relevant duties as directed by the line manager.

Experience and technical competencies: (include years of experience)

Minimum of 2 years’ relevant experience in an entry to mid-level position, with experience in the field of humanitarian response and refugee/IDP protection working for an international NGO, UN agency or relevant ministry or local authority.
Technical understanding of core protection concepts, prevention and response strategies, including experience with operationalizing global best practices and international standards for implementing protection monitoring in humanitarian contexts.
Experience on youth programming
Demonstrated organizational skills and ability to work in complex and difficult circumstances.
High level of personal initiative, analytical skills and pro-active problem solving.
Demonstrated people’s management skills. Strong interpersonal skills and ability to develop and maintain working relationships across the organization.
Be a team player
Cultural sensitivity, and commitment and understanding of the values of DRC.
Good communication skills.
Commitment to learning and implementing organizational policies and procedures.
Proven ability to prioritize tasks and meet deadlines.
Extensive proficiency in Microsoft Office package is a must.
A sensitive approach to external representation.

All DRC roles require the post-holder to master DRC’s 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: Acting in line with DRC's vision and values

Education:

• Bachelor’s degree in Psychology, Social Work, Sociology, or other relevant social science field from a recognized institution.

Languages:

•Excellent proficiency in written and spoken English and Amharic. Knowledge of local language is an asset.

TO APPLY

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 https://candidate.hr-manager.net/ApplicationForm/SinglePageApplicationForm.aspx?cid=1036&departmentId=19012&ProjectId=168984 under Vacancies.

Please forward the application and CV, in English through the stated website no later than September 5, 2023

For general information about the Danish Refugee Council, please consult www.drc.ngo

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, colour, race, marital status or other protected characteristics

We encourage only qualified Ethiopian Nationals to apply. DRC considers all applicants based on merit.

Female Applicants are highly encouraged!

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Added 8 months ago - Updated 7 months ago - Source: drc.ngo