Protection Officer

Opportunity Information

The Role

Protection Officer for a 6.5-month IRC project across five districts of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa strengthening protection and legal services for vulnerable communities. Reports to the Protection Manager; short-listing and interviews on a rolling basis.

•Establish community protection committees •Map protection services in the area and identify gaps in service provision •Conduct protection monitoring to identify the needs of vulnerable and risk-prone communities •Establish and manage MPCCs and ensure attendance and meaningful participation of clients •Lead the team in district and day-to-day project activities •Collaborate with local authorities, humanitarian organizations and community leaders to validate data •Identify and document key protection concerns, including gender-based violence, child protection and access to essential services •Liaise with district authorities such as the Social Welfare Department to align with district administration and humanitarian priorities •Support the development of referral pathways to improve access to protection services •Compile data and information for donor reporting and other project documents •Develop work plans, support spending plans and track activities against indicators •Travel frequently to project intervention areas to monitor implementation and provide technical assistance •Represent the team at meetings, conferences and workshops as needed

Applicants General Eligibility & Requirements

Education, Experience and Skills Requirements