Job Description
Job Posting Organization:
The Danish Refugee Council (DRC) is a humanitarian organization that was established in 195
Job Overview:
The Team Leader-Child Protection will play a crucial role in leading and coordinating child protection activities within the Imvepi and Rhino Camp refugee settlements. This position requires a strong commitment to ensuring the delivery of high-quality child protection services that adhere to humanitarian principles and organizational policies. The Team Leader will be responsible for overseeing the implementation of child protection programs, ensuring that they are effective, accountable, and responsive to the needs of children and families in the refugee context. The role involves collaboration with various stakeholders, including government authorities, UN agencies, and local NGOs, to enhance the effectiveness of child protection interventions and to advocate for the rights and well-being of children in the settlements. The Team Leader will also be expected to contribute to the development of project plans and ensure that all activities align with DRC's strategic objectives and protection standards.
Duties and Responsibilities:
The Team Leader will have a wide range of responsibilities, including but not limited to: maintaining effective relationships with donors and stakeholders; representing DRC in local protection sector meetings; coordinating project implementation with UNHCR and other partners; developing project work plans and budgets; providing technical support to child protection staff; overseeing case management processes; ensuring compliance with protection standards; monitoring project progress; preparing reports; managing project budgets; and leading staff development initiatives. The Team Leader will also be responsible for ensuring that all child protection activities are conducted in a safe and ethical manner, with a focus on safeguarding and the best interests of children.
Required Qualifications:
Candidates must possess a Bachelor's degree in Law, social sciences, development studies, guidance and counselling, or a related field. Additionally, a minimum of five years of experience working with refugees or vulnerable communities is required, along with at least two years in a supervisory or team leadership role. Proven experience in child protection case management and strong leadership skills are essential. Candidates should also have excellent communication and reporting skills, the ability to manage sensitive information, and proficiency in MS Office and data management tools. Experience working with UN or NGOs is highly desirable, as is familiarity with monitoring and evaluation for UN-funded projects.
Educational Background:
The educational background required for this position includes a Bachelor's degree in a relevant field such as Law, social sciences, development studies, guidance and counselling, or a related discipline. A postgraduate qualification in project planning and management is considered an asset, as it would enhance the candidate's ability to effectively manage and implement child protection programs.
Experience:
The ideal candidate should have a minimum of five years of relevant experience, particularly in working with refugees and vulnerable communities. Experience in child protection case management is crucial, as well as a background in emergency contexts. The candidate should demonstrate strong leadership, mentoring, and team management skills, with a proven track record of successfully leading teams in challenging environments.
Languages:
Fluency in English is mandatory, and knowledge of local languages spoken in the operation area is desirable. Strong communication skills are essential for conducting training and awareness sessions, as well as for effective coordination with various stakeholders.
Additional Notes:
The position is a full-time role with a contract length of 12 months, based in Imvepi. The start date is set for November 202
The Danish Refugee Council (DRC) is a humanitarian organization that was established in 195
- Its mission is to help refugees and displaced persons by providing them with the necessary support and assistance to rebuild their lives. DRC operates in multiple countries around the world, focusing on areas affected by conflict and displacement. The organization employs thousands of staff members globally and is committed to upholding humanitarian principles and ensuring the protection of vulnerable populations.
Job Overview:
The Team Leader-Child Protection will play a crucial role in leading and coordinating child protection activities within the Imvepi and Rhino Camp refugee settlements. This position requires a strong commitment to ensuring the delivery of high-quality child protection services that adhere to humanitarian principles and organizational policies. The Team Leader will be responsible for overseeing the implementation of child protection programs, ensuring that they are effective, accountable, and responsive to the needs of children and families in the refugee context. The role involves collaboration with various stakeholders, including government authorities, UN agencies, and local NGOs, to enhance the effectiveness of child protection interventions and to advocate for the rights and well-being of children in the settlements. The Team Leader will also be expected to contribute to the development of project plans and ensure that all activities align with DRC's strategic objectives and protection standards.
Duties and Responsibilities:
The Team Leader will have a wide range of responsibilities, including but not limited to: maintaining effective relationships with donors and stakeholders; representing DRC in local protection sector meetings; coordinating project implementation with UNHCR and other partners; developing project work plans and budgets; providing technical support to child protection staff; overseeing case management processes; ensuring compliance with protection standards; monitoring project progress; preparing reports; managing project budgets; and leading staff development initiatives. The Team Leader will also be responsible for ensuring that all child protection activities are conducted in a safe and ethical manner, with a focus on safeguarding and the best interests of children.
Required Qualifications:
Candidates must possess a Bachelor's degree in Law, social sciences, development studies, guidance and counselling, or a related field. Additionally, a minimum of five years of experience working with refugees or vulnerable communities is required, along with at least two years in a supervisory or team leadership role. Proven experience in child protection case management and strong leadership skills are essential. Candidates should also have excellent communication and reporting skills, the ability to manage sensitive information, and proficiency in MS Office and data management tools. Experience working with UN or NGOs is highly desirable, as is familiarity with monitoring and evaluation for UN-funded projects.
Educational Background:
The educational background required for this position includes a Bachelor's degree in a relevant field such as Law, social sciences, development studies, guidance and counselling, or a related discipline. A postgraduate qualification in project planning and management is considered an asset, as it would enhance the candidate's ability to effectively manage and implement child protection programs.
Experience:
The ideal candidate should have a minimum of five years of relevant experience, particularly in working with refugees and vulnerable communities. Experience in child protection case management is crucial, as well as a background in emergency contexts. The candidate should demonstrate strong leadership, mentoring, and team management skills, with a proven track record of successfully leading teams in challenging environments.
Languages:
Fluency in English is mandatory, and knowledge of local languages spoken in the operation area is desirable. Strong communication skills are essential for conducting training and awareness sessions, as well as for effective coordination with various stakeholders.
Additional Notes:
The position is a full-time role with a contract length of 12 months, based in Imvepi. The start date is set for November 202
- The salary and conditions will be in accordance with the Danish Refugee Council’s Terms of Employment for national employees. Applicants are required to submit a cover letter and an updated CV in English, with applications sent via email not being considered. The closing date for applications is 28th October 202
- DRC emphasizes a merit-based recruitment process and does not solicit money for any part of its recruitment.
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