4 jobs found in Jijiga

All NRC employees are expected to work in accordance with the organization’s values. To be dedicated, innovative, inclusive and accountable are attitudes and believes that shall guide our actions and relationships. Roles & Responsibilities: The education officer will lead the implementation of ETFM 2001 and ETFM 2016 project activities at Dollo and Fafan Zones Boh and Babile Woreda level. He/she will plan, implement and monitor day-to-day project activates at Woreda level. He/she will work closely with the Woreda education office, cluster supervisors and school directors. He/she will closely work with the education Programme Coordinator in developing a project detail implementation plan and necessary project amendments.  Generic responsibilities // Support school directors, cluster supervisors and develop and implement a mentoring and support system for the better project implementation. Ensure the implementation of the program and build the capacity of teachers to apply play-based learning methodologies in targeted schools. Undertake & Implement Assessment for Learning capacity development activities engaging key sector stakeholders at school level (teachers, school principals, PTSAs) in the program target woredas. Deliver and provide school-based mentoring and coaching for outcome based Assessment for Learning in targeted schools. Conduct a Survey about community view on the standard and quality of schools as well as community participation in the relevant planning and service delivery process of the program. Workout on the improvement of children’s literacy of the IDP and host community Children Strengthened between IDPs, host communities, and government structures through oversight of the educational systems and coordination mechanisms. Work with the education program Coordinator to develop innovative approaches and develop research products on key areas of host and IDP education to support advocacy. Ensure integration of the NRC CCs programs with education programs. Prepare timely project monthly and quarterly reports o in compliance with internal NRC requirements and any relevant external donor requirements. Close management of Education program staff, ensuring staff is clear on the work plan, priorities, and weekly schedules. Working closely with the Monitoring & Evaluation team and put in place, M & E plan, ensuring this links to reporting requirements, and capacity build of M&E field staff in carrying out the work. Prepare regular progress reports of the project as required by the national Education Program Specialist, Education Coordinator and Area manager. Provide feedback and share lessons learned from project implementations and financial reports. In consultation and coordination with the education program coordinator and communications and campaigns team, support the development of child protection related communication materials and briefs as necessary Monitoring, evaluation and quality assurance Monitor and systematically document project results jointly with partners Measure progress against log frame indicators at key points as well as to conduct quality assurance of key interventions and MEAL plan. Other Represents the education ‘sector as necessary at Woreda level education cluster/forums/meetings on areas related to the project, and upon delegation In cooperation with the education Program Coordinator, ensure proper documentation of project experiences and lessons learned, best practices and achievements In cooperation with the education team, provide information and inputs to be used for NRC Education information and communication materials Help build documentation for evidence (case stories, best practices, studies, progress reports)- Undertake advocacy interventions (meetings, briefings) with woreda, and local stakeholders to increase investments in reading to improve literacy. Conduct any other tasks assigned by your line manager. Specific responsibilities The Education Officer would report to the Education Coordinator on all activities related to the project. He or She would be working with local education actors in all our NRC intervention Zones and work the entire education in emergency planned Activities. She/He would work closely with other partners of the project in ensuring effective and timely Implementation of the project in directly implemented project activities. The officer is expected to travel to the project sites and follow up on project activities provide support and assess needs as per the project document. The officer would establish smooth relationship with stakeholders including government and community structures to ensure effective coordination and support is directed to the service delivery of the project. The officer is expected to continuously provide project reports and reviews. She/he is expected to adhere to and reflect on NRC’s core values throughout the project cycle implementation process. Job Requirements Generic professional competencies Experience from working as Education Officer or any other education related positions in a humanitarian context Previous experience from working in complex contexts. Documented results related to the position’s responsibilities. Documented Work Experience not less than 3 years as Education staff.  Specific skills, knowledge and experience Experience from working in Hard to reach areas and in humanitarian context Good experience of working Somali region. Minimum Degree in Education, with minimum three (3) year of education related experience Fluent in Somali Language. Strong communication and interpersonal skills. Ability to Prioritize responsibilities, carry out multiple tasks simultaneously, and meet deadlines  Behavioral competencies Handling insecure environment Planning and delivering results Empowering and building trust Communicating with impact and respect How to Apply All employees of the Norwegian Refugee Council should be able to adhere to our Codes of Conduct and the four organizational values: Dedicated, innovative, inclusive and accountable. Interested candidates who meet the above criteria are invited to send in their application letters including updated curriculum vitae with day-time telephone number and contact details of three work-related referees only through  www.webcruiter.no  (If it is possible, attach photocopies of the most relevant educational certificates/testimonials). Applications should reach NRC latest by February 26, 2020 at 5:00 pm.   NB: only shortlisted candidates shall be contacted.   “Female candidates are strongly encouraged to apply and on-the-job training will be provided!”

// The Assistant Protection Officer (Community-based) is a member of the protection team in the field office of Jijiga and will report to the Protection Officer. Under the overall direction of the Protection Unit, and in coordination with other UNHCR staff, government, NGO partners and other stakeholders, the Assistant Protection Officer (Community-based) oversees Community-based Protection (CBP), in Jijiga field office. The incumbent will work directly with communities of concern to identify the risks they face and to leverage their capacities to protect themselves, their families and communities. The incumbent will have direct supervisory responsibility for part of the protection staff and supports the application of community-based protection standards, operational procedures and practices in community-based protection delivery at the national and field levels.    To fulfil this role the Assistant Protection Officer (Community-based) is required to coordinate CBP related activities across different locations in Jijiga while liaising closely with the government counterparts, UN sister agencies, partners and POCs. The Assistant Protection Officer (CB) coordinates at Jijiga level all interventions, including devising guidelines and SOPs. The incumbent ensures that different interventions and programmes are guided by the 3-year National CBP Strategy. S/he provides timely analysis on the protection situation in the field, highlighting important political, social, military and economic developments affecting the protection of persons of concern and the identification of solutions, based upon information obtained through direct communication with persons of concern and a network of local partners. The incumbent plans and undertakes quality, timely and effective responses to the needs of all segments of populations of concern, in an age, gender and diversity inclusive manner. The incumbent plans all interventions to be in line with the Compressive Refugee Response Framework. RESPONSIBILITIES   Be fully informed about community structures and the protection and security situation of the population of concern and develop strong links with a cross-section of members of refugee using an AGD approach. Through relationships with persons of concern and network of partners stay abreast of political, social, economic and cultural developments that have an impact on the protection environment and provide advice to senior management. Support in ensuring that the perspectives, capacities, needs and resources of the persons of concerns are reflected in strategies, planning processes and plans addressing the specific protection needs of women and men, children, youth and older persons, persons with disabilities, minority groups such as sexual minorities and persons living with HIV/AIDS. Assist through direct action and advocacy with more senior protection staff that the necessary resources are allocated to enable community work to identify and address protection and assistance gaps. Provide technical guidance and support to UNHCR and partners and implement and oversee Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) on all community-based protection related issues. Support establishing linkages between the refugee and host community CBP structures through working closely with the Bureau of Labour and Social Affairs (BoLSA), Refugee and Returnees Affairs Agency (ARRA) and other relevant stockholders. In liaison with the Protection team, assist in providing all needed technical support for ARRA to realise the DLIs of the Economic Opportunities Programme. Monitor the implementation of programs implemented by Community-based partners Support communities in establishing representation and coordination structures. Promote confidence building and conflict resolution among populations of concern, authorities and host communities. Maintain protection presence through regular visits to the camps and reports, making direct contact with persons of concern, host communities, local authorities and partners. Contribute to Jijiga Protection team's information management component which: provide disaggregated data on populations of concern and their problems; researches, collects and disseminates relevant protection information and good practices to enhance protection delivery and provide technical advice if necessary. Support in ensuring participatory, community-based protection and AGD approaches are included in, plans in Jijiga field office. Support in ensuring community understanding of UNHCR's commitment to deliver on accountability and quality assurance in its response. Assist in advocating for the inclusion of refugees in the national system through proactively participating in different national coordination structures, provide technical support, including coordinating capacity development activities for the government. Ensure Community-based complaints mechanism/PSEA are in place and enhanced in Jijiga field office. Ensure SGBV prevention, mitigation and response is mainstreamed in all sectors. Work closely with the CRRF unit in UNHCR Jijiga in the implementation of the CRRF initiative. Contribute narrative and indicator reports to the country refugee response plan.  ESSENTIAL MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE  Undergraduate degree (equivalent of a BA/BS) in International Development, Cultural Studies, Human Rights, Social Work, Social Science, Political Science, Anthropology, Law or other clearly related disciplines plus minimum of 3 years of relevant professional experience, including in the areas of community-based protection, community services, social work, and human rights. Graduate degree (equivalent of a Master’s) plus 2 years of previous relevant work experience may also be accepted. Required Competencies Analytical thinking Innovation and creativity Planning and organizing Change capability and adaptability  Judgement and decision making Advocacy skills managing resources Project management skills Proven communication skills, both oral and written Demonstrated knowledge of community communication and engagement approaches Ability to work independently and deliver high quality products under pressure Strong liaison, coordination and stakeholder engagement and negotiation skills Excellent legal analytical skills (including analytical writing) Good IT skills including database management skills Fluency in English and working knowledge of another relevant UN language or local language SUBMISSION OF APPLICATIONS This vacancy is open for qualified Ethiopians only.  Female candidates are encouraged to apply.  UNHCR is committed to diversity and inclusion within its workforce, and encourages all candidates, irrespective of gender, nationality, religious and ethnic backgrounds, including persons living with disabilities, to apply to become a part of the organization. IMPORTANT Applicants who wish to be considered for this position should send a motivation letter the P11 Form and or the most recent fact sheet through the online application system. Candidates will be required to sit for a test. Due to the volume of applications only short listed candidates will be invited for interview.  Former UNHCR General Service staff members, having held an Indefinite or FTA appointment for an uninterrupted period of at least one year may apply for internally advertised vacancies at their previous grade or equivalent or one grade above, if the seniority requirements are met, for a period of two years following separation. REFUGEES – WHO CARES?   WE DO.