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Project Implementation and management support

  • Together with community protection workers and NRC ICLA staff; carry out extensive identification of persons with specific needs with main focus to persons with disabilities, injuries, chronic illness, elderly people etc, identification and assessment of their protection risks and other basic needs, prepare the detailed list of identified people and share with project manager on timely manner and make appropriate referral.
  • Gather general protection concerns (such as discrimination, abuses, neglect, exclusion, violence, difficulty in accessing basic and specific humanitarian assistance and other protection issues, etc.) in the targeted areas including using the findings of the DTM to make subsequent follow-ups on protection concerns.
  • Mapping of relevant external actors for referral purpose and collaborate with all the potential identified partner s and maintain closed coordination for case management of referral cases.

 

Proper Documenting and record keeping

  • Ensure proper documentation of the project and efficient use of project’s resources.
  • Produce activity reports for each activity implemented and carry out regular recording and reporting of activities, field trips in coordination with other team members, including NRC ICLA team.
  • Coordinate with partners and local stakeholders to provide inputs for the periodical reports to be submit to the Project Manager as required.
  • Maintain quality project database information system on disaggregation basis (Gender , age, disability, beneficiary type, etc.) and share to PM when required.

 

Develop resources and conduct capacity building/awareness-raising initiatives

  • Take part in development of user-friendly awareness-raising IEC material.
  • Conduct stimulating and effective training and information sessions.
  • Translate short documents or review the translation of materials in local language.
  • Conduct training needs assessment and trainings for target IDPs, host communities, and government service providers.

 

Maintain a high quality of work

  • Maintain a high level of knowledge and skills in understanding needed responses to the protection issues of IDPs and host community.

 

Responsible for implementing the safeguarding policies at project level

  • Prepare work plans and implement safeguarding (Child Protection, Prevention of beneficiary Sexual Exploitation and Abuse [PSEA] activities.
  • Respect and ensure compliance to the HI’s crucial safeguarding policies (protection of beneficiaries from sexual exploitation and abuse, child protection, anti-fraud and bribery and code of conduct).

 

Relationship management

  • Work in cooperation and partnership with local government stakeholders to realize the project objectives.
  • Create and maintain conducive working relationships with protection partners, Zone and Woreda Women & Children Affairs, DPPO, Health, Justice, Education Offices, host communities, beneficiaries, project staff and other stakeholders to facilitate smooth implementation of the project activities.

Job Requirements

Education: Bachelor’s Degree in Sociology, Social Work, Counseling, Psychology, Child Development or other related field.

Experience:

Essential:

  • Minimum of 2 years of programmatic and technical experience on Sexual and Gender Based protection risk response in emergency /crises context.
  • Good knowledge of Sexual and Gender Based Protection case management.
  • Excellent knowledge of Sexual and Gender Based Protection minimum standards and basic principles.
  • Knowledge on identification of Sexual and Gender Based protection concerns that related to the conflict affected communities as a whole such as services accessibility, risks of CP and GBV because of limited access to facilities, etc.
  • Knowledge of working area language (Somali) is a Must.

Desired:

  • Computer literacy (Word, Excel and Power Point).
  • Ability to work in remote areas of Liben zone.
  • High degree of confidentiality.
  • Good interpersonal and communication skills.
  • Ability to work with teams and develop team spirit.
  •  Diligence and attention to detail.
  • Never been convicted, free from khat, smoking, alcohol and substance abuse addictions.
  • A person already living in Liben zone

How to Apply

Interested applicants who meet the above criteria should fill in the attached application form Job application form -Humanity & Inclusion and submit it with a 1 page motivation letter through email it at [email protected] on or before the above mentioned deadline.

Please clearly state the position you apply in the subject of your email.  Only short listed candidates will be contacted for exam/interview no phone calls please.

We’re committed to safeguarding and promoting child protection and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. This position involves working with beneficiaries and is subject to strict safer recruitment checks. The successful candidate will be required to complete a police check and sign self-declaration form to help us verify your suitability to work with children including checks with past employers.  Humanity & Inclusion is an equal opportunity employer and particularly welcomes women and persons with disabilities to apply. 

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We work alongside people with disabilities and vulnerable populations, taking action and bearing witness in order to respond to their essential needs, improve their living conditions and promote respect for their dignity and fundamental rights.

With local partners, we run programs in health and rehabilitation and social and economic integration. We work with local authorities to clear landmines and other war debris and to prevent mine-related accidents through education. We respond quickly and effectively to natural and civil disasters in order to limit serious and permanent injuries and to assist survivors' recovery and reintegration. We advocate for the universal recognition of the rights of people with disabilities through national planning and advocacy.

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Handicap International U.S. In the U.S., Handicap International is a 501(c)(3) organization, and a member of the Handicap International Network, which includes the Handicap International Federation, headquartered in Lyon, France, and eight national associations. Handicap International U.S. and the national associations in Belgium, Canada, France, Germany, Luxembourg, Switzerland, and the U.K. raise funds and awareness in support of programs in 57 countries. The Handicap International Federation implements these programs.

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0 USD Somali Region, Somali CF 3201 Abc road Full Time , 40 hours per week Handicap International – Humanity & Inclusion

Project Implementation and management support

  • Together with community protection workers and NRC ICLA staff; carry out extensive identification of persons with specific needs with main focus to persons with disabilities, injuries, chronic illness, elderly people etc, identification and assessment of their protection risks and other basic needs, prepare the detailed list of identified people and share with project manager on timely manner and make appropriate referral.
  • Gather general protection concerns (such as discrimination, abuses, neglect, exclusion, violence, difficulty in accessing basic and specific humanitarian assistance and other protection issues, etc.) in the targeted areas including using the findings of the DTM to make subsequent follow-ups on protection concerns.
  • Mapping of relevant external actors for referral purpose and collaborate with all the potential identified partner s and maintain closed coordination for case management of referral cases.

 

Proper Documenting and record keeping

  • Ensure proper documentation of the project and efficient use of project’s resources.
  • Produce activity reports for each activity implemented and carry out regular recording and reporting of activities, field trips in coordination with other team members, including NRC ICLA team.
  • Coordinate with partners and local stakeholders to provide inputs for the periodical reports to be submit to the Project Manager as required.
  • Maintain quality project database information system on disaggregation basis (Gender , age, disability, beneficiary type, etc.) and share to PM when required.

 

Develop resources and conduct capacity building/awareness-raising initiatives

  • Take part in development of user-friendly awareness-raising IEC material.
  • Conduct stimulating and effective training and information sessions.
  • Translate short documents or review the translation of materials in local language.
  • Conduct training needs assessment and trainings for target IDPs, host communities, and government service providers.

 

Maintain a high quality of work

  • Maintain a high level of knowledge and skills in understanding needed responses to the protection issues of IDPs and host community.

 

Responsible for implementing the safeguarding policies at project level

  • Prepare work plans and implement safeguarding (Child Protection, Prevention of beneficiary Sexual Exploitation and Abuse [PSEA] activities.
  • Respect and ensure compliance to the HI’s crucial safeguarding policies (protection of beneficiaries from sexual exploitation and abuse, child protection, anti-fraud and bribery and code of conduct).

 

Relationship management

  • Work in cooperation and partnership with local government stakeholders to realize the project objectives.
  • Create and maintain conducive working relationships with protection partners, Zone and Woreda Women & Children Affairs, DPPO, Health, Justice, Education Offices, host communities, beneficiaries, project staff and other stakeholders to facilitate smooth implementation of the project activities.

Job Requirements

Education: Bachelor’s Degree in Sociology, Social Work, Counseling, Psychology, Child Development or other related field.

Experience:

Essential:

  • Minimum of 2 years of programmatic and technical experience on Sexual and Gender Based protection risk response in emergency /crises context.
  • Good knowledge of Sexual and Gender Based Protection case management.
  • Excellent knowledge of Sexual and Gender Based Protection minimum standards and basic principles.
  • Knowledge on identification of Sexual and Gender Based protection concerns that related to the conflict affected communities as a whole such as services accessibility, risks of CP and GBV because of limited access to facilities, etc.
  • Knowledge of working area language (Somali) is a Must.

Desired:

  • Computer literacy (Word, Excel and Power Point).
  • Ability to work in remote areas of Liben zone.
  • High degree of confidentiality.
  • Good interpersonal and communication skills.
  • Ability to work with teams and develop team spirit.
  •  Diligence and attention to detail.
  • Never been convicted, free from khat, smoking, alcohol and substance abuse addictions.
  • A person already living in Liben zone

How to Apply

Interested applicants who meet the above criteria should fill in the attached application form Job application form -Humanity & Inclusion and submit it with a 1 page motivation letter through email it at [email protected] on or before the above mentioned deadline.

Please clearly state the position you apply in the subject of your email.  Only short listed candidates will be contacted for exam/interview no phone calls please.

We’re committed to safeguarding and promoting child protection and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. This position involves working with beneficiaries and is subject to strict safer recruitment checks. The successful candidate will be required to complete a police check and sign self-declaration form to help us verify your suitability to work with children including checks with past employers.  Humanity & Inclusion is an equal opportunity employer and particularly welcomes women and persons with disabilities to apply. 

2019-06-01

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