Protection Officer 11 views0 applications

Job Title: Protection Officer

Location: Afar, Semera

Job Type: Full-time

Organization: Empowerment for Development (ED)

Overview:

Empowerment for Development (ED) is a national NGO committed to promote and improve the lives of vulnerable communities including women, children, IDPs and migrants through its multiple thematic areas such as Livelihoods and Economic Empowerment, Humanitarian Emergency and Climate Change, Education and Youth Development, Community Health and Protection of Vulnerable Populations, Peacebuilding and Social Cohesion. ED envisions a future where women, children, and marginalized communities, including Internally Displaced Persons (IDPs), migrants and refugees have equitable access to essential services and opportunities for empowerment.

We are seeking a dedicated and experienced individual to join our team as a Protection Officer. The ideal candidate will be responsible for implementing and monitoring protection programs, ensuring the safety and well-being of beneficiaries in line with the organization’s mission and humanitarian standards.

Roles & Responsibilities:

• Implement comprehensive protection programs, including case management, psychosocial support, and community awareness initiatives.
• Conduct regular field assessments to identify protection risks and vulnerabilities within the target communities.
• Develop and deliver training sessions on protection principles and referral pathways for staff and communities.
• Ensure that all program activities adhere to international and national protection standards and guidelines.
• Maintain accurate and confidential records of all protection activities and case management files.
• Collaborate with other sectoral teams (Health, Nutrition, MEAL) to integrate protection across all ED programs.
• Prepare timely and quality reports on protection activities and findings.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in law, social work, international relations, or a related field.
• At least two years of relevant experience in protection, social work, or humanitarian assistance, preferably within the NGO/non-profit sector.
• Excellent understanding of protection principles and international humanitarian law.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work independently as well as collaboratively in a team environment.
• Passion for the mission of the organization and commitment to making a positive impact in the community.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

• Strong strategic, analytical, problem-solving and systems thinking skills with capacity to see the big picture and ability to make sound judgments.
• Strong written and oral communication skills.
• Strong presentation, facilitation, training, and coaching skills.
• Proactive, resourceful and results-oriented mindset.
• Proficient in MS Office packages (Excel, Word, PowerPoint), Web Conferencing Applications, AI applications

Language

• English fluency (written and verbal) is required.
• Knowledge of Afar af is an added value