Protection Field Officer at International Committee of the Red Cross

About the Job

The Protection Field Officer contributes to the planning, implementation, monitoring and documentation of ICRC Protection activities in Middle Shabelle region.

This is a national/resident position based in Jowhar, Somalia.

Duties and Responsibilities

· Contributes to the implementation of Protection of Civilian Population (PCP) activities

· Contributes to the identification and analysis of protection issues for further monitoring and follow up

· Conducts field assessments either independently or as part of ICRC multidisciplinary teams focusing on the humanitarian needs of affected populations

· Supports detention visiting teams if/when need arises

· Supports the restoring family links (RFL) team in the follow up of specific individual RFL cases

· Contributes to the assessment and identification of priority protection issues for further monitoring and follow up

· Liaise with the different interlocutors and stakeholders on varying issues of interest when required

· Contributes to the definition of the annual objectives and plans of actions of the ICRC Protection department

· Monitors the political, economic and social developments and their impact on the population within the region

· Prepares the operational reports and regularly gives an account of the on ongoing activities including multidisciplinary assessments

Minimum qualifications and required competencies

· Bachelor’s Degree in Social Sciences, Development Studies, Law or relevant qualification in a related field of study

· At least 4 years of experience in a similar field of activities

· Knowledge of International Humanitarian Law/International Human Rights Law is an asset

· Ability to network, represent the organization externally and dialogue with major stakeholders

· Fluency in both oral and written communication in English and Somali

· Excellent administrative and organizational skills

· Upholds a high sense of responsibility and confidentiality

· Computer proficiency especially in MS Office suite

We Offer

· A challenging job opportunity within a dynamic work environment in an international humanitarian organization

· Training and development opportunities

· A competitive salary with benefits, based on the ICRC Compensation and Benefits framework