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. Based in Copenhagen (Denmark) and present in forty countries, the Danish Refugee Council is a non-profit-making, politically independent, non-governmental and non-denominational relief organization.
Our vision is a dignified life for all displaced. All our efforts are based on our value compass: humanity, respect, independence and neutrality, participation, and honesty and transparency.
BACKGROUND
Danish Refugee Council (DRC) has had an operational presence in Nigeria since 2015. DRC Nigeria is the largest DRC country mission in the West Africa region and one of the largest DRC country missions globally. Currently, DRC delivers life-saving assistance and protection to vulnerable, conflict-affected populations including internally displaced persons, returnees and host communities in the areas of armed violence reduction, humanitarian mine action, livelihoods, nutrition and food security, protection, shelter and non-food items (NFI) and water, sanitation and hygiene (WASH) in 30+ Local Government Areas (LGAs) across Borno, Adamawa and Yobe states in northeast Nigeria.
PURPOSE
Under the authority of the Area Manager and with the close
technical supervision of the Protection Coordinator, the Protection Manager
contributes to updating and applying the area office strategic protection and
advocacy vision and is responsible to ensure that protection interventions are
implemented according to quality standards and are adapted to the emergency
context. The role ensures successful delivery of protection projects in the
target areas of Borno. Additionally, this position will be responsible for
capacity development of staff, volunteers, incentive workers, stakeholder
management, partner management and ensure an integrated implementation is
undertaken within the laid down guidelines.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
PROTECTION ANALYSIS, STRATEGY PLANNING AND DESIGN:
Ensure that protection data is collected, stored and shared
according to the principles and procedures contained in the DRC Data Protection
Protocol and applicable data protection principles, and identify sensitive data
in the Nigerian context.
Assess protection risks and trends, identify problems/gaps
and propose/prioritise timely practical actions to respond to
clearly-formulated protection problems.
With the support of the Area Manager and of the Protection
Coordinator, contribute to the elaboration of area-based strategic documents on
protection, and revise the protection plans as required by the operational
context.
Develop and implement an appropriate and effective protection
strategy in consultation with Protection Coordinator, other protection staff
and area manager.
Project implementation:
Ensure that Protection programme meet stated objectives and
indicators within agreed timeframes
Systematically and closely monitor the delivery and
expenditure rates of ongoing protection programmes, promptly identifying and
correcting under-delivery issues and deviations from workplans
Oversee program performance, budget control, expenditures,
procurement, and overall project cycle management as per contractual
obligations, timelines, and donor compliance in coordination with Area Manager
Conduct regular field visits to identify and address
programme quality concerns and gain a solid first-hand understanding of
protection risks and trends at the community level
Support planning and provide technical expertise on
protection project activities, making sure that activities are properly
integrated and coordinated with the other components of the project.
Regularly update the DRC’s Project Management Tool (PMT)
including activity implementation plan, forecast spending plan, monitoring
protection sector budget expenditure and take timely action to meet the project
objectives within the approved budgets and time frame.
Ensure that protection activities are designed and
implemented according to agreed DRC standards as may be highlighted by
recognized standards and policies.
Support, facilitate or undertake communication and liaison
activities to actively consult and involve beneficiaries, key informants,
actors, partners, and stakeholders in all stages of project design and
implementation.
Maintain constructive relationships with key stakeholders and
represent DRC in different working groups and NGO coordination meetings in
country as assigned by Area Manager.
Establish and maintain constructive working relations with
other NGOs, UN agencies, Government departments in diverse forums.
Represent DRC in the occasions of protection Sector
Coordination Meetings in Borno state.
Development of protection monthly, weekly workplans and
execution for the staff
Ensure beneficiary participation and accountability
mechanisms in all aspects of the project.
Perform other related duties as may be assigned by the line
manager.
CAPACITY BUILDING AND QUALITY ASSURANCE:
Develop staff capacities on the human rights-based approach,
protection assessments, protection monitoring, case management (CP, GBV),
referral systems and protection mainstreaming through regular training and
refreshers, mentoring and coaching;
Develop the capacities of duty bearers and external
stakeholders on protection
Provide technical support, advice and backstop on protection
to Area Manager and protection field staff to ensure quality delivery on
ongoing protection projects;
Ensure that the implementation of protection activities
address protection needs of internally displaced people, vulnerable
populations, and affected populations, and are adapted and relevant to the
emergency context of north-eastern Nigeria;
Establish and reinforce referral systems and pathways for
protection cases.
Ensure that quality assurance systems are applied, with
particular reference to upholding CHS (Core Humanitarian Standards) and Age
Gender and diversity throughout the protection programme
Ensure that DRC Protection programmes in Borno are
implemented in accordance with donors’ regulations and with DRC standard
procedures (Code of Conduct, DRC Response Framework, DRC Programme Handbook),
and are consistent with the area strategic programme document and protection
strategy.
PROJECT MONITORING AND REPORTING:
Produce protection reports of high analytical quality, with
concrete and actionable protection recommendations.
In consultation with MEAL unit, regularly update protection
sector monthly Dashboard and DRC PMT tool.
In collaboration with the MEAL team, analyze and report on
relevance, outcomes and impact of DRC protection-related activities to provide
lessons learnt and to identify best practices
Supervise protection activities in strict adherence to DRC
regulations, the donor’s guidelines, and the humanitarian standards.
Support in developing and implementing the project monitoring
and evaluation plan, and timely submission of reports and other document
requirements.
Provide feedback on project implementation modality, assist
in achieving maximum efficiency in project delivery, and inform the
development/update of DRC’s protection strategy in Nigeria.
Undertake regular participatory monitoring and verification
visits to ensure adequate progress against action plans, outputs and ensuring
that quality elements are signed off. Provide advice on any corrective action
necessary.
Ensure timely delivery of projects activities including
payments to suppliers and contractors.
Ensure that project log frame, risk matrix, detailed project
implementation plan and financial forecasts in place in PMT tool.
STAFF MANAGEMENT:
Provide mentorship and technical supervision for protection
staff including day-to-day management, development and training, appraisals,
etc.
Review job descriptions and participate in the recruitment
process of protection staff.
Facilitate regular meetings to assist information sharing
between project staff, to ensure all staff members are aware of project
objectives, progress, current work plans and to provide the opportunity for
feedback.
Assess the training needs of protection staff and ensure that
appropriate training is provided/conducted.
COORDINATION AND ADVOCACY:
Build effective coordination and synergies with the
Humanitarian Disarmament and Peacebuilding teams working on Mine Risk Education
and Armed Violence Reduction
Ensure coordination and harmonization of DRC protection
related activities - externally with other agencies and partners in Borno
Actively represent the DRC at the Protection Sector Working
Group (PSWG), Sexual and Gender Based Violence (SGBV), Child Protection Working
Group (CPWG) and other relevant coordination structures and protection actors
(including UN agencies, ICRC and MSF), seeking to develop coordinated
protection approaches and responses.
Facilitate reporting and information management (data collection,
analysis, storage, sharing) through protection sector and other coordination
mechanisms back to DRC management – provide and collect information to inform
the whole response.
FUNDRAISING:
Contribute to DRC Borno fundraising by actively engaging in
developing and drafting new proposals for protection sector in consultation
with the relevant managers and protection Coordinator.
The responsibilities listed in the JD are not exhaustive and
may be readjusted according to operational needs but will remain in line with
the overall purpose of the role.
Experience and technical competencies:
ESSENTIAL:
Ø Minimum 4 years of practical experience in protection sector area (general protection, PSS, GVB, Child protection, protection advocacy, etc.) working for an INGO.
Ø At least 2 years' experience with
people management.
Ø Proven experience and skills in
project planning and design, drafting proposals and donor reports,calculation
and technical writing.
Ø Excellent skill in MS Word, Excel,
and PowerPoint.
Ø Experience in project development and
project cycle management.
Ø Experience working with national
partners, local/government authorities, and UN organizations.
Ø Possess strong analytical,
communication, interpersonal and negotiation skills;
Ø Effective multitasking skills with
ability to coordinate and handle pressure/stress well.
Ø Flexible, able to live and work in a
stressful and insecure environment.
Ø Excellent computer skills in MS Word
& Excel
DESIRABLE:
Flexible & willing to work in a remote setting & to
travel to other field locations.
Experience working in an (I)NGO
Excellent organizational skills, self-motivated, proactive
and able to accomplish set deadlines.
Willing to meet deadlines with minimum supervision.
EDUCATION:
Bachelor’s degree, Master's degree (e.g. political science, Law, international development, sociology, Psychology, economics, Public health, relevant social sciences) and several years of experience in the sector.
LANGUAGES:
Full professional proficiency in English
Knowledge of Hausa, Kanuri, Burra and other languages native
to Northeast Nigeria is an asset but not a requirement.
Required Skills & Qualities
CORE COMPETENCIES OF DRC:
Ø Striving for excellence
Ø Collaboration
Ø Taking the lead
Ø Communication
Ø Demonstrating Integrity
Ø Ability to work in a multinational
and multicultural environment
Ø Proactivity, with a sound commitment
to teamwork and with a spirit of genuine collaboration
Ø Excellent communication skills, as
well as patience and politeness, are required
Ø Multi-tasking and Organizational
skills is a must
Ø Adaptable and Flexible
Ø Proven analytical and critical
thinking skills
Ø Exemplary sense of ethics in the
workplace
Ø Team-oriented & good sense of
humor
Ø Conditions
AVAILABILITY: AS SOON AS POSSIBLE
Salary and conditions: In accordance with Danish Refugee
Council’s Terms of Employment.
The income will be subject to statutory deductions as per
applicable Nigeria laws. The employee is responsible for the tax returns.
HOW TO APPLY
The position is for NIGERIAN NATIONALS STAFF ONLY.
APPLICATION PROCESS:
Are you interested? Then apply for this position online:
www.drc.dk/about-drc/vacancies/current-vacancies. All applicants must send a
cover letter and an updated CV (no longer than four pages). Both must be in
English.
DRC provides equal opportunity in employment and prohibits
discrimination in employment on the basis of race, sex, color, religion, sexual
orientation, age, marital status or disability.
DRC encourages all applicants to apply and does not practice
any discrimination in any recruitment process.
Applications submitted after this date will not be
considered.
Due to the urgency of the position, DRC has the right to
recruit a candidate who matches the required profile before the above deadline.
CONCLUSION
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