Danish Refugee Council hereby invites applications from Ethiopia for recruitment to a Protection officer – Community-Driven Initiatives (CDI) at Danish Refugee Council. The application will close on Oct 12, 2022.
Location: Jijiga, Somali
Danish Refugee Council advertised posts are as follows:
Responsibilities:
Technical Responsibilities:
- Support the IDP communities in developing community driven projects starting by identification of protection concerns in the targeted areas
- Build the capacity of Community Planning and Implementation Unit (CPIU) and partners in project identification, planning, implementation, monitoring and reporting processes of CDI.
- Build community capacity in networking, partnership, resource mobilization, management, and technical skills at community level.
- Plan, implement and monitor day-to-day protection activities as part of DRC’s protection team.
- Assist stakeholders and community to identify and mobilize community resources needed for Community driven project implementation.
- Facilitate assessment of feasibility, risk management of Community Driven initiatives project proposal.
- Ensure the provision of effective protection services and referrals.
- Contribute in the development of guidelines on DRC’s specific activities.
- Undertake analysis and assessments of protection issues.
- Ensure protection mainstreaming in all of DRC’s interventions.
- Support in the capacity building of staff, beneficiaries, duty-bearers and other stakeholders about Community driven projects and protection mainstreaming.
- Work closely with other program units (livelihoods and resilience, cash, shelter and WASH) to ensure project activities are integrated where applicable.
- Ensure that local authorities and other relevant stakeholders are well coordinated, and necessary approvals are being taken during each stage of project implementation.
- Regularly monitor the CDI activities and provide feedback for ensuring activities are responsive, and contextually and culturally appropriate.
- Ensure DRC’s accountability commitments are mainstreamed into all protection activities.
- Actively participate in feedback, reflection and learning activities of each Community Driven Initiatives
- Support the communities to develop Community Based Monitoring tools and documentation System.
- Monitor protection trends and needs in DRC’s areas of intervention and recommend activities and responses for DRC and other agencies.
- Analyze disaggregated protection related data to inform programming and response activities
Reporting
- Participate in activity reporting and lesson learning.
- Collect monthly data and prepare narrative reports to provide updates of the project indicators submit to Protection team leader
- Support in the development of progress reports, Evaluation reports, CDI project proposals.
- Ensure proper documentation of all project activities including means of verification, assessments and case studies
Job Requirements
Experience and technical competencies: (include years of experience)
- Minimum of 2 years’ experience in an entry to mid-level position, with experience in the field of Community development, protection of refugee/IDP working for an international NGO, UN agency or relevant ministry or local authority.
- Technical understanding of core protection, resilience and WASH programs in humanitarian contexts.
- Proven record of designing and facilitating trainings and workshops on protection, Community Project development, monitoring and Evaluation.
- Demonstrated knowledge of community development principles and practices.
- Demonstrating experience in group facilitation and community engagement.
- Understanding of community strengthening policies and principles.
- Strong planning, organizational and problem-solving skills with the ability to work both independently and within a team.
- Integrity, strong work ethic, and ability to consistently meet deadlines under pressure.
- Strong interpersonal skills and commitment to learning and implementing organizational policies and procedures.
- Full proficiency in Microsoft Office, including Word and Excel.
Desirables:
- Experience in an NGO environment
- At least 1-year of experience in the provision of Psychosocial support activities with children and caregivers
- Knowledge of child protection and GBV and PSS basic principles, child development and adult learning techniques
Education: (include certificates, licenses, etc.)
University degree in social sciences, Community Development, law, social work, international development, or other relevant field from a recognized institution.
Languages: (indicate fluency level)
Excellent skills in speaking, reading and writing English.
Excellent skills in speaking, reading and writing in Somali.
All DRC roles require the post-holder to master DRC’s core competencies:
- Striving for excellence: Focusing on reaching results while ensuring efficient processes.
- Collaborating: Involving relevant parties and encouraging feedback.
- Taking the lead: Taking ownership and initiative while aiming for innovation.
- Communicating: Listening and speaking effectively and honestly.
- Demonstrating integrity: Acting in line with DRC’s vision and values
How to Apply
Interested candidates who meet the required qualifications and experience are invited to submit 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 and CV, in English through the stated website no later than October 12, 2022.
For general information about the Danish Refugee Council, please consult www.drc.dk.
Gender Equality: DRC is committed to achieving gender parity in staffing at all levels. In light of this, women 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
We encourage only qualified Ethiopian Nationals to apply. DRC considers all applicants based on merit.
“Female candidates are strongly encouraged to apply”
