Protection Specialist

About the Role

The Protection Specialist position at the Danish Refugee Council (DRC) presents a unique opportunity for individuals passionate about humanitarian work and community support in Uganda. This role is vital as it directly impacts the lives of vulnerable groups in West Nile by enhancing protection measures against gender-based violence, child protection issues, and promoting legal aid initiatives. During the initial months, the Protection Specialist will engage in hands-on training, coordinate activities, and ensure the effective implementation of protection strategies, all while working closely with the Protection team and the Country Protection Manager.

Key Responsibilities

• The Protection Specialist will oversee the implementation of protection activities, ensuring they are executed with the highest quality and in alignment with DRC’s standards.
• This role involves regular follow-ups on the documentation and management of protection cases to ensure beneficiaries receive the necessary support.
• The Specialist will be responsible for updating and ensuring the effective utilization of referral pathways for those in need of protection services.
• Providing training, coaching, and mentoring to protection staff is crucial to maintain the clarity of protection tools and standards.
• Conducting regular protection risk analyses will be a key task to identify emerging threats and inform program adjustments.
• Collaboration with the Country Protection Manager is essential to develop context-specific Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) and guidelines for protection activities.

Requirements & Qualifications

• A bachelor’s degree in social sciences, international relations, or a related field is essential for this role.
• At least three years of experience in protection programming or related fields, ideally within humanitarian or development contexts.
• Strong knowledge of gender-based violence, child protection, and community-based protection initiatives is highly desirable.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to effectively work with diverse groups and stakeholders.
• Proficiency in data management and reporting tools, with a strong commitment to maintaining confidentiality and data protection standards.

What You’ll Gain

• This role offers invaluable experience in humanitarian response and protection programming, enhancing your career in the NGO sector.
• You will develop critical skills in project management, monitoring, and evaluation, which are essential for advancing your career in development work.
• Networking opportunities with professionals in the field, including potential pathways for future roles within DRC or other NGOs.
• Engagement in meaningful work that directly contributes to improving the lives of vulnerable populations, fostering a sense of purpose and fulfillment.

How to Apply

Interested candidates can apply through the DRC website. For more details, please visit: Apply here.