Deputy Protection Cluster Coordinator (National) Re-advertisement

Mogadishu

Organization: DRC - Danish Refugee Council
Location: Mogadishu
Grade: Level not specified - Level not specified
Occupational Groups:
- Legal - Broad
- Legal - International Law
- Human Rights
- Humanitarian Aid and Coordination
- Civil Society and Local governance
- Protection Officer (Refugee)
- Animal Health and Veterinary
Closing Date: Closed

The Danish Refugee Council (DRC) is an independent, non-profit organization (NGO), founded on the basis of humanitarian principles, and human rights based approach, to secure the protection of refugees and internally displaced persons (IDPs), and to promote long term solutions to the problems of forced displacement.

BACKGROUND

DRC has been providing relief and development services in the Horn of Africa since 1997. Using a human rights framework, the DRC Horn and Africa and Yemen (HOAY) operation focuses mainly on populations affected by displacement in Kenya, Uganda, Somalia, Ethiopia, Djibouti and Yemen and regional mixed migration flows. DRC aims to create a synergy between the different humanitarian aid and development projects in EAY – both in terms of geographical coverage and types of activities implemented in support of refugees and populations displaced or otherwise affected by conflict, consequences of climate change and natural hazards in the region. The Somalia programme currently has more than 270 staff working in four main area offices, which include Hargeisa, Bossaso, Mogadishu & Dollow as well as other field sub-offices. DRC Somalia implements broad emergency and recovery programming including protection, livelihoods and food security, water and sanitation and governance.

GENERAL RESPONSIBILITIES

The Deputy Protection Cluster Coordinator (DPCC) will work with the designated UNHCR Somalia Protection Cluster Coordinator to support the cluster’s coordination role in accordance with IASC guidelines on cluster leadership and accountability. The DPCC will work to improve the representation of NGOs and other key stakeholders in cluster activities, strengthen effective management of the cluster and enhance humanitarian protection program and advocacy responses.

SPECIFIC TASKS

Co-Coordination and representation:

Co-facilitate meetings ensuring agreement and follow-through of key decisions and action points.
Ensure that Protection Cluster partners are updated on protection needs and situation analysis, gaps, planning, funding processes etc.
Under the guidance of the Protection Cluster Coordinator represent the interests of the Protection Cluster in discussions with the Humanitarian Coordinator, donors and other stakeholders on prioritization, resource mobilization and advocacy.
In close consultation with the Coordinator ensure coordination and information exchange on protection issues with other clusters, UN and government counterparts, and strengthen links with recovery and development partners as appropriate.
In close consultation with the Protection Cluster Coordinator, contribute to inter-cluster coordination and planning, including meeting participation in the Inter-Cluster Coordination Group (ICCG).
Support with coordination and planning of the sub-clusters, including GBV, Child Protection, Explosive Hazards and Housing, Land and Property.
Engage NGOs working on protection in Somalia to encourage active participation and regular reporting to the Protection cluster.
Document meetings of the SPC, including Strategic Advisory Group, share minutes with members and follow up on key action points.
Document activities of the cluster review committee especially for SHF allocation and communicate results with members.

Strategic planning and reporting:

Lead, coordinate and conduct within the Protection Cluster protection needs assessments, including participatory assessments
In consultation with the Cluster Coordinator, ensure that the Protection Cluster covers identified protection needs of the affected population and not only those relating to IDPs or the specific mandate of individual members of the Protection Cluster through development/review of strategic, contingency and response plans,
Ensure adequate monitoring and reporting mechanisms are in place to review the progress and outcomes of Protection Cluster activities.
Ensure that cluster analysis and priorities are adequately reflected in humanitarian country strategies and plans, e.g. the Humanitarian Response Plan (HRP).
Ensure strong cluster participation and representation in pooled funding processes, e.g. Somalia Humanitarian Fund (SHF).
Support the development of internal work plans for the field Protection Clusters and ensure effective implementation in consultation with partners and sub-clusters.

Standard setting, capacity development and support to field clusters and sub- clusters:

Ensure adherence of the Protection Cluster activities to Guidelines on Age, Gender and Diversity Mainstreaming;
Develop, adapt and/or contribute development of gender-sensitive protection tools for reporting, needs assessments, and protection and gender analysis among others.
Coordinate the delivery of protection training activities for the Protection Cluster members, other local partners and relevant authorities
Provide practical guidance and support to cluster members, field Protection Clusters, on issues including protection needs assessments, coordination and participation in joint planning and funding processes, i.e. the SHF and the HRP.
Conduct field missions to strengthen links between national and field clusters, and to address any challenges facing the Field Coordinators.

Information Management, reporting and advocacy:

In consultation with the Coordinator support the compilation of information and produce analytical reports and briefs on protection concerns, for sharing with partners, the Humanitarian Country Team (HCT), donors and government counterparts as appropriate
Facilitate reporting and information sharing within the cluster.
In coordination with other relevant actors, advocate for humanitarian access to all displaced populations
In consultation with the Coordinator represent the SPC in relevant inter-cluster, government, donor and other fora as required, in partnership with the Protection Cluster Coordinator.
In consultation with the Coordinator identify key advocacy concerns for the Protection Cluster through a consultative process, develop cluster initiatives to ensure regular and consistent advocacy.

Resource mobilization:

In consultation with the Coordinator, actively advocate to donor partners for funding to support protection intervention initiatives, particularly for local NGOs and Community Based Organisations.
DRC responsibilities:
Support DRC staff to facilitate Protection Mainstreaming in the work of other sectors.
Share information on identified protection concerns and gaps to inform response.
Contribute to protection trainings for DRC staff as needed.

ABOUT YOU

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

Striving for excellence: You focus on reaching results in a fast paced environment
Collaborating: You lead initiatives and processes by involving relevant parties and encouraging feedback.
Taking the lead: You take ownership and initiative while setting high standards
Communicating: You listen to other stakeholders and staff; and you communicate concisely and persuasively
Demonstrating integrity: You act in line with DRC’s vision and values.

ESSENTIAL QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE:

University Degree preferably in Human Rights, International Law or related field
Over 3 years practical work experience within the field of human rights and/or international humanitarian law, particularly within the field of IDP protection
Excellent understanding of protection issues in emergency situations and detailed knowledge of protection and humanitarian principles, guidelines and legal regime.
Good understanding of the UN humanitarian cluster approach and architecture
Excellent advocacy and representation skills including ability to establish effective and working relationships to facilitate communication within the cluster and diverse actors.
Good leadership skills and previous experience of coordinating humanitarian response
Experience in designing strategic documents and conducting assessments
Excellent analytical and report writing skills
Experience in facilitation of workshop and training
Excellent interpersonal skills and demonstrated Ability to work well under pressure and in adverse conditions
Experience and willingness to travel to and work in Somalia
Excellent communication skills
Fluent in written and spoken English
Commitment to gender equality
Substantive other relevant training on Protection

GENERAL

Commitments:

DRC has a Humanitarian Accountability Framework, outlining its global accountability commitments. All staff are required to contribute to the achievement of this framework into the work of DRC

CONDITIONS

Availability: Immediate, not later than August 1, 2017

Duty station: Mogadishu with frequent travel to Somaliland and Puntland

Reporting: Protection Manager

Other terms of employment will be in accordance with DRC/DDG terms for national staff

HOW TO APPLY:

Interested candidates who meet the required qualifications and experience are invited to submit an 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 www.drc.dk under Vacancies.

Please forward the application, CV and cover letter, in English through the online application on www.drc.dk under vacancies no later than 24th July 2017. Applications without a cover letter will not be considered.

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

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

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