EDUCATION
Bachelor’s degree in Political or Social Sciences, International Relations, Development Studies, Migration Studies, Human Rights, Law or related fields from an accredited academic institution with four years of relevant professional experience; or,
Master’s degree in the above-mentioned fields with two years of relevant professional experience
EXPERIENCE
Experience in humanitarian protection programming, including case management, emergency assistance, and/or protection desk/service delivery mechanisms.
Experience in implementing or supporting case management systems, including supervision of case workers and ensuring adherence to protection principles and standards.
Experience working with vulnerable populations, including migrants, refugees, survivors of gender-based violence (GBV), victims of trafficking, and/or unaccompanied and separated children (UASC).
Experience in GBV programming, including application of survivor-centred approaches, safe referrals, and coordination with specialized service providers, is highly desirable.
Experience in project implementation, including monitoring, reporting, coordination activities, and engagement with multiple stakeholders.
Experience in liaising with government counterparts, UN agencies, NGOs, and community-based organizations.
Experience in capacity building, including planning, delivering or supporting trainings on protection principles, case management, and referral pathways.
Experience in emergency or humanitarian settings, including provision of direct assistance or case management in complex environments, is an advantage.
SKILLS
Knowledge of protection principles, including do no harm, confidentiality, informed consent, and survivor-centred approaches.
Understanding of case management processes, including identification, assessment, referral, follow-up, and case closure.
Ability to provide technical guidance, support and coordination to case workers and field teams.
Good understanding of referral pathways and coordination mechanisms within humanitarian contexts.
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, including the ability to identify risks and propose practical solutions.
Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to engage effectively with diverse stakeholders.
Ability to work under pressure and manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
Proficiency in report writing and drafting of technical and operational documents.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications; familiarity with case management systems (e.g. MiMOSA) or data collection tools is an asset.
Strong organizational, coordination and stakeholder engagement skills.
LANGUAGES
Required Competencies
Notes
Any offer made to the candidate in relation to this vacancy notice is subject to funding confirmation.
This selection process may be used to staff similar positions in various duty stations. Recommended candidates will remain eligible to be appointed in a similar position for a period of 24 months.
Appointment will be subject to certification that the candidate is medically fit for appointment, accreditation, any residency or visa requirements, security clearances.
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No late applications will be accepted. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.