EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY

PROTECTION FIELD OFFICER

BELETWEYNE

About the Job

The Protection Field Officer contributes to the implementation and monitoring of ICRC’s Protection activities in Hiran region.

This is a national/resident position based in Beletweyne, Somalia.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Supports in monitoring, documentation, and mapping of Protection of the Civilian Population (PCP) cases and conflict-related or violent incidents with humanitarian consequences
• Contributes to the identification and analysis of protection issues, International Humanitarian Law (IHL) and International Human Rights Law (IHRL) violations for further monitoring and follow up
• Conducts detailed field assessments on the needs of the affected populations and the viability of an ICRC intervention whenever feasible
• Supports the Protection team in organizing visits to places of detention (PoDs)
• Collects first-hand information in relation to specific violations/abuses from hospitals, clinics, IDP camps and communities
• Liaises with the different interlocutors and stakeholders including affected persons (community leaders, IDPs and migrants), and local authorities, non-governmental organizations, and agencies on varying issues of interest
• Develops and maintains an extended network of contacts among local authorities, local weapons bearers, traditional leaders, humanitarian organizations and members of civil society
• Shares oral and written analysis of the Protection activities on a timely and regular basis
• Contributes to various reports, multidisciplinary assessments, and operational reports

Minimum qualifications and required competencies

• University Degree in Social Sciences, development studies or qualification in a related field of study
• At least 4 years of experience in a similar field of activity
• Knowledge of International Humanitarian Law (IHL) or International Human Rights Law (IHRL) is an asset
• Ability to network, represent the institution externally and dialogue with major stakeholders
• Fluency in both oral and written communication in English and Somali
• Excellent administrative and organizational skills
• Upholds a high sense of responsibility and confidentiality
• Computer proficiency especially in MS Office suite

We Offer

• A challenging job opportunity within a dynamic work environment in an international humanitarian organization
• Training and development opportunities
• A competitive salary with benefits, based on the ICRC Compensation and Benefits framework