Protection Field Assistant – Child Protection

Danish Refugee Council, one of the world’s leading humanitarian NGOs, is currently looking for a highly qualified individual to fill-in the vacancy of Protection Field Assistant – Child Protection to work in Homs under employment contract

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 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 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.

About the job

Under the supervision of the Child Protection Team Leader, the incumbent will be responsible for carrying out child protection activities in different schools in the designated location.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Organize a calendar of recreational activities according to age, gender and children’ abilities
• Ensure daily log of children participating in each activity
• Regular reporting to line manager as required
• Conduct recreational activities for children with positive and cheerful attitude in non‐violent environment
• Conduct awareness activities in line with DRC mandates and policies under the supervision and training of DRC staff
• Conduct PSS program for children, Youth and Parenting programs under the supervision of DRC staff
• Ability to apply other protection related programs including individual protection assistance, community-based interventions and others as required
• Engage and communicate with children in activities to encourage positive interaction
• Flexible in moving around the designated area of operations
• Any other duties assigned by the line manager.

About you

To be successful in this role we expect you to have

Required

• Bachelor degree in Sociology, psychology or education or any related field.
• Minimum two years experience working with children
• Average usage of MS Word & MS Excel
• Fluency of the Arabic language
• Average command of the English language.

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:  up to six months contract, renewable dependent on both funding and performance.

Salary and conditions will be in accordance with Danish Refugee Council’s Terms of Employment for National Staff.

Male candidates are strongly encouraged to apply.

Application process

Interested? Then apply for this position, go to

https://candidate.hr-manager.net/ApplicationInit.aspx?cid=1036&ProjectId=157104&DepartmentId=19001&MediaId=5

And click on "Apply for position".

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: the 22nd of September 2019.