The Danish Refugee Council (DRC), one of the world’s leading NGOs, with a focus on responding to displacement, have been registered in Bangladesh since 2013. In 2017, in response to the Rohingya influx, DRC launched an integrated program of support to the government in site management, shelter/NFI and protection. In 2018, DRC started implementing aid projects in support of the host communities most affected by the influx of refugees. As a key part of this, DRC opened an area office in Cox’s Bazar, and a country office in Dhaka.

POSITION PROFILE

The Protection/GBV Specialist is responsible for providing technical supervision and quality assurance to DRC’s GBV programmes in Cox’s Bazar and support to DRC’s local partners. This role emphasizes capacity building for DRC staff, partners, and communities to strengthen GBV prevention and response interventions. The Protection Specialist will support the Project/Protection Manager, Protection Coordinator, and Protection TLs in developing intervention materials, trainings, proposals, and SoPs around, but not limited to, the following: GBV Case Management, Women and Girls Safe Spaces, and risk mitigation and prevention activities. All programming will be inclusive of Gender Diverse Individuals. S/he will ensure the programme is delivered to a high quality delivered in line with DRC’s, donors and international standards.

Particular strengths in case management, psychosocial support, and GBV are required. The position is open only to nationals of Bangladesh.

DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

Technical Support and Capacity Building

  • Provide technical support and guidance to the protection teams at the field level on GBV (including development of technical tools and guidance, tailored capacity building plans, trainings and on-the-job coaching).
  • Ensure that staff adhere to GBV best-practices and professional standards and principles.
  • Provide technical oversight of programme activities, including spot checks.
  • Provide technical support and guidance on protection mainstreaming to other programme sectors.
  • Support start-up of new protection programmes.
  • Ensure strong information management and use of databases for information management and reporting.
  • Support accountability to affected populations and roll out of accountability improvement plan in area of protection.
  • Support recruitment of protection staff as required.
  • Support capacity assessments and technical capacity building of protection staff from partners.
  • Work closely with M&E teams to develop and implement ethical and safe monitoring and evaluation tools and mechanisms, including qualitative data collection and analysis.

Programme Development, Management and Reporting

  • In close coordination with the Area Manager and Protection Coordinator, assist the field-based Protection Managers in the assurance of donor compliance, including appropriate and timely spending of grants to achieve program goals, and distribution of supplies and resources as well as donors’ representation.
  • Provide technical inputs into proposals, ensuring emergency protection needs are clearly represented, and lead on proposal development if requested.
  • Provide technical inputs and quality assurance of interim and final project reports in coordination with Grants team.

External Representation and Coordination

  • Represent DRC within Cox’s Bazar protection working groups (GBV Sub-Sector) and other fora as required, in coordination with Protection Coordinator.
  • Support in strengthening the liaison with key stakeholders in the protection sector.
  • Work closely with other DRC sectors (including SCCCM and Economic Recovery) to ensure that protection is adequately addressed and mainstreamed across sectors and humanitarian interventions.
  • Provide briefings for donors and stakeholders as needed.
  • Support identification and development of strategic partnerships on GBV.

Data Protection and Data Security

  • In coordination with the Protection Coordinator, PIM Specialist, and Protection manager, ensure confidentiality and data sharing protocols and agreements are adhered to within the GBV team. Ensure that the GBV team is regularly briefed on confidentiality and data security.
  • Comply with global, CO-specific, and GBV Sub-sector data safety rules, policies and procedures.

Safety

  • Comply with all global and location-specific safety rules, policies, and procedures. Report safety incidents, near-misses and other relevant information to the safety team as shall be briefed during onboarding. Failure to adhere to these is a disciplinary offence while it may also leave the position holder, their colleagues and DRC Bangladesh, at risk.

SKILLS AND EXPERIENCES

  • 5+ years of experience in the protection sector. Experience with NGOs, UN and working with displaced communities such as refugees and/or IDPs is highly advantageous.
  • Thorough understanding of best practices and strategies in Protection and GBV response (case management, psychosocial support, etc.) and prevention and risk reduction.
  • Experience in capacity building of local partners and providing direct technical support to local organizations.
  • Thorough understanding of GBVIMS, ActivityInfo, and protection information management in general.
  • Strong experience in project development and proposal writing.
  • Experience in working in legal assistance programs advantageous.
  • Willingness to travel regularly as needed.
  • A strong passion for protection, and ability to advocate for protection needs internally and externally.

EDUCATIONAL QUALIFICATIONS

  • Tertiary qualifications in Law, Human Rights, Social Work, Psychology or related discipline.
  • Advanced degree such as Masters or a combination of disciplines, is advantageous.

LANGUAGES  

  • English - Fluent in writing and speaking
  • Bengali - Fluent in writing and speaking
  • Rohingya or Rakhine languages is an added value

ALL EMPLOYEES 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 DRC’s vision and values.

POSITION DETAILS

  • Type of contract: National
  • Employment Band: G2
  • Start date: As soon as possible
  • Duty station: Cox’s Bazar
  • Closing Date for Application: 31 October 2026

WHAT WE OFFER      

  1. Two Bonuses (paid at pro-rata basis with monthly salary)
  2. Relocation Allowance
  3. Mobile Allowance
  4. Leave Encashment
  5. Group Life Insurance including Family
  6. Dental and Optical Benefits
  7. Gratuity
  8. Excellent Working Environment and Opportunity of Growth
  9. Various Learning and Development Platforms

APPLICATION PROCESS

  1. Applications must be submitted through the mentioned link on the page by clicking on Apply Button.   
  2. All applicants must send a cover letter along with an updated CV (we encourage CV no longer than four pages) in English.   
  3. Mentioning three referees' details of your present supervisor and HR along with past employment’s supervisor with CV.

Note: Applications sent by email will not be considered. In addition, DRC doesn’t charge any fee for any of its recruitment process & believes in equal opportunity in employment regardless.

If you have questions, you can visit our FAQ page. 

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

Gender Equality: DRC is committed to achieving gender parity in staffing at all levels. In light of this, female 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.   

***FRAUD ALERT***

It has been brought to the attention of the Danish Refugee Council (DRC) that there have been instances of fraudulent job offers, purporting to be from DRC in Bangladesh. These offers reportedly concern fraudulent employment opportunities to applicants asking for money. DRC would like to stipulate that the organization never charges or accepts any money from job seekers during the recruitment process. DRC recommends that you do not respond to unsolicited offers of employment.

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