Protection Coordinator

Job Posting Organization:
The Norwegian Refugee Council (NRC) is a humanitarian organization that has been operating since 1946, dedicated to helping people forced to flee. NRC's mission is to protect the rights of displaced and vulnerable people, providing them with assistance and support in various contexts. The organization operates in multiple countries around the world, focusing on areas affected by conflict and disaster. NRC employs thousands of staff globally, working tirelessly to deliver aid and advocate for the rights of those in need. Their core values include dedication, innovation, inclusivity, and accountability, which guide their actions and relationships with beneficiaries and partners alike.

Job Overview:
The Protection Coordinator will play a crucial role in leading and overseeing protection from violence programming within the Unity Area Office. This position is responsible for ensuring the effective planning, implementation, and monitoring of protection programming at the area level. The Protection Coordinator will manage and coordinate all protection activities, ensuring they align with NRC's policies and donor requirements. The role involves close collaboration with local authorities and stakeholders to promote the rights of internally displaced persons (IDPs) and returnees. The Protection Coordinator will report to the Field Manager and receive technical support from the Protection Specialist, ensuring that the protection needs of the most vulnerable populations are met effectively.

Duties and Responsibilities:
The Protection Coordinator will have a wide range of responsibilities, including: leading and overseeing protection from violence activities, managing and providing technical guidance to protection staff, ensuring compliance with donor requirements, and representing NRC in humanitarian coordination structures. The Coordinator will also be responsible for planning and implementing protection activities, managing budgets, and ensuring high technical quality in project delivery. Regular field visits will be conducted to monitor implementation and provide support to staff. The Coordinator will contribute to proposal development for funding and maintain relationships with relevant stakeholders, including government entities and NGOs. Additionally, the role involves producing monthly progress reports and ensuring that project deadlines and targets are met.

Required Qualifications:
Candidates must possess a university degree in social science, law, political science, or a related field. They should have previous experience working in a humanitarian or recovery context, particularly in a protection role. Strong communication, interpersonal, analytical, and negotiation skills are essential, along with the ability to prioritize responsibilities and manage multiple tasks. Candidates should also demonstrate leadership skills and the ability to work independently when necessary. Knowledge of NRC's policies and procedures is advantageous, as is experience in project management and compliance with internal policies.

Educational Background:
A university degree in social science, law, political science, or a related subject is required for this position. This educational background provides the necessary foundation for understanding the complexities of protection issues in humanitarian contexts and equips the candidate with the analytical skills needed to address these challenges effectively.

Experience:
Candidates should have at least three years of experience in project management, including supervision of staff and ensuring compliance with internal policies and procedures. Experience in a protection position within a humanitarian or recovery context is essential, as is significant experience in monitoring, evaluation, and reporting on project activities. Prior experience representing an I/NGO and advocating on behalf of beneficiaries in public forums is also required.

Languages:
Fluency in written and spoken English is mandatory for this position. Additionally, proficiency in Arabic or Kurdish is considered a valuable asset, as it enhances communication with local communities and stakeholders in the area of operation.

Additional Notes:
The position is based in Rukbona, South Sudan, with a travel requirement of approximately 80%. The contract duration is six months, and the role is full-time. NRC is committed to recruiting internationally and nationally, ensuring that the best candidates are selected to meet the needs of the organization and the communities they serve. Compensation and benefits will be provided in accordance with NRC's policies and the local context.