Protection Assistant
Maidan Wardak Province
- Organization: DRC - Danish Refugee Council
- Location: Maidan Wardak Province
- Grade: Level not specified - Level not specified
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Occupational Groups:
- Administrative support
- Protection Officer (Refugee)
- Closing Date: Closed
The Danish Refugee Council assists refugees and internally displaced persons across the globe: we provide emergency aid, fight for their rights, and strengthen their opportunity 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 fulfilment 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
DRC is looking for Protection Assistant to work at Sanad community Center located in Maan , to support the Protection Officer in implementing the protection component of DRC Community Cohesion and Self-Reliance projects. Protection Assistant responsible for assisting the officer to insure protection mainstreaming in its intervention, and improve the effective response to protection concerns.
About the job
The individual will report directly to Protection Officer. Your main duties and responsibilities will be:
• Assist in the implementation of protection activities, including cash for protection , protection monitoring and community based protection committees
• Ensure that protection activities are in compliant with Standard Operating Procedures, Policies and Accountability Principles.
• Ensure dissemination of clear and reliable information on service provision and other pre-selected key topics. Support in facilitating information sessions and protection massages & activities.
• Assist in Receiving and compiling protection referral cases. Maintain well-organized comprehensive files and tracking sheets for each managed case, and submit the report with relevant follow up to Senior Protection Officer in regular bases.
• Provide and develop relevant reports, assessments, and observations on protection related issues and submit it to Protection Officer as per request.
• Insure the confidentiality of information gathered during home visits and case interviews.
• Assist the Protection Unit on strengthening DRC protection interventions and achieve the full filing protection strategy.
• Conduct any other related duties in line with the DRC Jordan standard operating procedures & principles
About you
• To be successful in this role we expect you to have at least 1 year protection experience in a humanitarian and/or development sector;
Moreover, we also expect the following:
Required / Desirable
• Bachelor’s degree in human rights, social work or any related field;
• knowledge of protection related needs, services and challenges;
• Experience working with local organizations and local communities;
• Good written and verbal communication skills, ability to establish reports;
• Arabic and English (strong asset)
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 DRC’s vision and values.
We offer
Contract length: 6 month contract including three months as probation period, renewable based on both funding and performance.
Level: C
Designation of Duty Station: Ma’an
Start date: As Soon As Possible
Salary and conditions will be in accordance with Danish Refugee Council’s Terms of Employment for Nationals; please refer to drc.ngo under Vacancies.
Application process
All applicants must upload a cover letter and an updated CV (no longer than four pages) in English. Applications sent by email will not be considered.
Closing date for applications: 3 June 2018
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 drc.ngo.
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