Protection Team Leader

Contract

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

Who are we?

The Danish Refugee Council assists refugees and internally displaced persons across the globe: we provide emergency aid, fight for their rights, and strengthen their opportunities for a brighter future. We work in conflict-affected areas, along the displacement routes, and in the countries where refugees settle. In cooperation with local communities, we strive for responsible and sustainable solutions. We work toward successful integration and – whenever possible – for the fulfillment of the wish to return home.

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 of our efforts are based on our value compass: humanity, respect, independence and neutrality, participation, and honesty and transparency.

DRC Syria

DRC has been actively operating in Syria since 2008 mainly supporting refugees. In June 2012, DRC was authorized by the Syrian Ministry of Foreign Affairs (MoFA) to expand its humanitarian efforts and provide assistance to IDPs and the vulnerable resident population countrywide. Since then, DRC activities have been focused on NFI distributions, Shelter, WASH, Protection, Education, Livelihoods, and Mine Risk Education in six Governorates (Damascus, Rural Damascus, Dara'a, Aleppo, Hama, and Homs). While Protection/community service activities are provided to beneficiaries throughout our six Community Centers.

About the job

Under the direct management of DRC Syria Area Manager North and under the technical supervision of DRC Syria Protection Manager, the Protection Team Leader is responsible for high-quality implementation of ongoing protection activities and direct line management of Protection Field Assistants in Aleppo.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Ensure high quality and timely implementation of protection activities within the projects assigned by the line manager and according to DRC guidelines and Standard Operating Procedures
• Support recruitment of protection field staff. Line manage Protection Field Assistants, and provide necessary technical support and oversight; manage internal staffing issues including attendance monitoring, leave plans, and appraisals in coordination with line manager
• Prepare, implement and report regularly on the status of project work plans; regularly update project indicator tracker
• Maintain financial oversight of all protection budget lines as assigned by the line manager, and ensure proper tracking of purchase requisitions and payment requests
• Maintain records of protection activities in line with DRC SOPs and formats, ensuring confidentiality and data protection standards
• Support the implementation of monitoring and evaluation (M&E) plan in coordination with the DRC M&E team
• Liaise with relevant authorities, stakeholders, and community groups in order to foster positive relationships and facilitate ownership of prioritizing and improving the safety and well-being of crisis-affected individuals and communities
• Provide regular timely internal reports and other relevant information on project activities and external meetings based on agreed formats and schedule
• Provide inputs and data from the field implementation for new proposal development
• Conduct duties in accordance DRC Code of Conduct and with DRC Syria programme Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs)
• Ensure transparency and DRC’s positive regard and reputation within communities
• Carry out any other relevant duties as assigned by the line manager

Experience and technical competencies: (include years of experience)

• Relevant professional experience of no less than 3 years. Experience of work in the UN or NGO or voluntary sector is essential. Familiarity/prior experience with DRC and its persons of concern (including internally displaced persons, returnees, refugees) would be a distinct advantage
• Experience managing a team with proven leadership qualities including decision making
• Familiarity with international protection and human rights legal standards, as well as with child protection and psychosocial support programming
• Excellent writing and reporting skills, strong analytical skills
• Excellent organizational and planning skills. Punctuality and respect for applicable rules and procedures
• Excellent interpersonal skills and respect for people from diverse communities, and for persons with special needs and other vulnerabilities
• Excellent knowledge and understanding of local communities and customary rules, demonstrated experience of successful community engagement
• Ability to work with minimal supervision and as part of a team, self-motivation, goal/result-orientation
• Ethical and transparent decision-making, full respect for confidentiality of work-related information and data
• Flexibility, creativity, tolerance, and maturity
• Excellent spoken and written English/Arabic and relevant computer skills
• Computer/IT literacy ( Microsoft Officer package (Word, Excel, Outlook in particular) Internet etc.)

Education:

• University degree in social sciences, psychology or other relevant field.
• Advanced university degree would be an asset.

Languages:

• Strong spoken and written English
• Fluent spoken and written Arabic

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 act in line with our vision and values.

We offer

Contract length: 6 months

Level: G Management

Location: Syria

Expected Start date: 15-March-2022

Application process

Interested? Then apply for this position by clicking on the apply link :

https://candidate.hr-manager.net/ApplicationInit.aspx?cid=1036&ProjectId=163606&DepartmentId=19001&SkipAdvertisement=true

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.

Applications close 06th of March-2022

Need further information?

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

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