Protection Specialist (Gender Based Violence Specialist)
Job Description
Job Posting Organization:
The Danish Refugee Council (DRC) is a prominent protection agency established with the mission to protect, advocate for, and promote durable solutions for populations affected by displacement. Since its inception, DRC has been dedicated to addressing the needs of vulnerable communities, particularly in conflict zones. The organization has been operational in Ukraine since 2014, employing over 800 staff members who are engaged in various sectors including emergency response, protection, livelihoods, shelter, and humanitarian disarmament. DRC's approach involves direct interventions, support to duty bearers, and partnerships with civil society organizations (CSOs). The organization is committed to adapting its strategies to meet the evolving needs of the communities it serves, ensuring that its programs are effective and responsive to the challenges faced by displaced populations.
Job Overview:
In the role of Gender Based Violence (GBV) Specialist, you will be responsible for leading and advising on all aspects of DRC's GBV activities in Ukraine. This includes planning, implementation, monitoring, and reporting of GBV programs. You will ensure that the technical quality of GBV prevention and response activities is maintained across the country, which encompasses case management, psychosocial-support" style="border-bottom: 1px dotted #007bff !important;">psychosocial support, awareness-raising, and capacity-building initiatives. Your work will involve collaboration with various sectors within DRC to identify and implement joint strategies that effectively mitigate GBV risks. You will also be tasked with developing DRC's GBV strategy at the country level, ensuring that all programming aligns with regional and internal strategies. This position requires regular field visits to areas of intervention, emphasizing the need for a hands-on approach to understanding and addressing the local context.
Duties and Responsibilities:
Your primary responsibilities will include ensuring that DRC's GBV programming aligns with established strategies, attending relevant coordination meetings, and developing strong relationships with GBV actors and CSOs. You will lead the development of tools, guidelines, and standard operating procedures (SOPs) for the protection team, while also providing direct technical supervision to ensure the quality of GBV programming. Additionally, you will support the protection team in implementing GBV guiding principles and ensuring that programming is responsive to the needs of women and girls. Training will be a key component of your role, as you will develop and facilitate training sessions on core gender and GBV concepts for various stakeholders. You will also be responsible for completing donor reports, drafting project proposals, and contributing to the development of information materials. Furthermore, you will design assessment tools and coordinate data collection and analysis to inform program development.
Required Qualifications:
To qualify for this position, you must possess a University (BA/BSc) degree in a relevant field such as gender studies or social work, along with evidence of further specialist training. Practical experience in GBV and sexual reproductive health (SRH) work is essential, including case management and community engagement. You should have a solid background in working with displaced and conflict-affected communities, particularly in implementing GBV prevention curricula and providing services in village settings. Experience in building staff capacity is also required, along with advanced proficiency in English (C1 level).
Educational Background:
The educational background required for this position includes a University degree (BA/BSc) in a relevant field, such as gender studies, social work, or a related discipline. Additionally, candidates should have evidence of further specialist training that enhances their qualifications for working in GBV and protection sectors.
Experience:
Candidates should have at least three years of relevant experience working with protection, health, humanitarian, or development organizations. A minimum of one year of experience specifically in GBV case management is also required. This experience should ideally include practical work in challenging environments and with displaced populations.
Languages:
Proficiency in English is mandatory, with a requirement of at least C1 level. While English is the primary language for this position, knowledge of additional languages relevant to the local context may be considered an asset, enhancing communication with diverse communities.
Additional Notes:
The contract for this position is initially for six months, with the possibility of extension based on performance and the availability of funding after a successful three-month probation period. The position is classified as non-managerial (Band G) and is based in Kyiv, with regular field visits to intervention areas across Ukraine. The anticipated start date for this role is December 2026, and the salary will be in accordance with the Danish Refugee Council’s Terms of Employment for national contracts, starting from EUR 2574 gross per month, depending on experience and qualifications. 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 set for 30th October 2026.
The Danish Refugee Council (DRC) is a prominent protection agency established with the mission to protect, advocate for, and promote durable solutions for populations affected by displacement. Since its inception, DRC has been dedicated to addressing the needs of vulnerable communities, particularly in conflict zones. The organization has been operational in Ukraine since 2014, employing over 800 staff members who are engaged in various sectors including emergency response, protection, livelihoods, shelter, and humanitarian disarmament. DRC's approach involves direct interventions, support to duty bearers, and partnerships with civil society organizations (CSOs). The organization is committed to adapting its strategies to meet the evolving needs of the communities it serves, ensuring that its programs are effective and responsive to the challenges faced by displaced populations.
Job Overview:
In the role of Gender Based Violence (GBV) Specialist, you will be responsible for leading and advising on all aspects of DRC's GBV activities in Ukraine. This includes planning, implementation, monitoring, and reporting of GBV programs. You will ensure that the technical quality of GBV prevention and response activities is maintained across the country, which encompasses case management, psychosocial-support" style="border-bottom: 1px dotted #007bff !important;">psychosocial support, awareness-raising, and capacity-building initiatives. Your work will involve collaboration with various sectors within DRC to identify and implement joint strategies that effectively mitigate GBV risks. You will also be tasked with developing DRC's GBV strategy at the country level, ensuring that all programming aligns with regional and internal strategies. This position requires regular field visits to areas of intervention, emphasizing the need for a hands-on approach to understanding and addressing the local context.
Duties and Responsibilities:
Your primary responsibilities will include ensuring that DRC's GBV programming aligns with established strategies, attending relevant coordination meetings, and developing strong relationships with GBV actors and CSOs. You will lead the development of tools, guidelines, and standard operating procedures (SOPs) for the protection team, while also providing direct technical supervision to ensure the quality of GBV programming. Additionally, you will support the protection team in implementing GBV guiding principles and ensuring that programming is responsive to the needs of women and girls. Training will be a key component of your role, as you will develop and facilitate training sessions on core gender and GBV concepts for various stakeholders. You will also be responsible for completing donor reports, drafting project proposals, and contributing to the development of information materials. Furthermore, you will design assessment tools and coordinate data collection and analysis to inform program development.
Required Qualifications:
To qualify for this position, you must possess a University (BA/BSc) degree in a relevant field such as gender studies or social work, along with evidence of further specialist training. Practical experience in GBV and sexual reproductive health (SRH) work is essential, including case management and community engagement. You should have a solid background in working with displaced and conflict-affected communities, particularly in implementing GBV prevention curricula and providing services in village settings. Experience in building staff capacity is also required, along with advanced proficiency in English (C1 level).
Educational Background:
The educational background required for this position includes a University degree (BA/BSc) in a relevant field, such as gender studies, social work, or a related discipline. Additionally, candidates should have evidence of further specialist training that enhances their qualifications for working in GBV and protection sectors.
Experience:
Candidates should have at least three years of relevant experience working with protection, health, humanitarian, or development organizations. A minimum of one year of experience specifically in GBV case management is also required. This experience should ideally include practical work in challenging environments and with displaced populations.
Languages:
Proficiency in English is mandatory, with a requirement of at least C1 level. While English is the primary language for this position, knowledge of additional languages relevant to the local context may be considered an asset, enhancing communication with diverse communities.
Additional Notes:
The contract for this position is initially for six months, with the possibility of extension based on performance and the availability of funding after a successful three-month probation period. The position is classified as non-managerial (Band G) and is based in Kyiv, with regular field visits to intervention areas across Ukraine. The anticipated start date for this role is December 2026, and the salary will be in accordance with the Danish Refugee Council’s Terms of Employment for national contracts, starting from EUR 2574 gross per month, depending on experience and qualifications. 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 set for 30th October 2026.
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