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// 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.

Job Responsibilities Understands and adheres to the seven Fundamental Principles of the International Red Cross and Red Crescent Movement Understands and adheres to the ICRC Code of Conduct Understands the roles of the components of the International Red Cross and Red Crescent Movement Respects and observes staff regulations and security rules at all times Represents the ICRC in a professional manner at all times Develops and maintains a pleasant and conducive working environment with colleagues and line managers Performs all duties with the highest level of confidentiality in the interest of the employees and the ICRC May be asked to perform tasks not covered in this job description and to provide support to other departments when necessary SPECIFIC ACTIVITIES   Activities to Police and Security Services Working closely with the Coordination and head of structure develop, build and maintain a network of interlocutors within the Police and Security Forces; Identify and prioritize needs for dissemination, training and potential for integration of IHL and IHRL and advise the delegation accordingly; In company with the head of structure and/or Coordination / advisor or independently represent the ICRC at meetings with key and influential police and Security Forces interlocutors at all levels. Promote an understanding of the ICRC mandate and activities with emphasis on the ICRC being a neutral, independent and impartial humanitarian actor of an added value to their training initiatives; Conduct training and dissemination sessions on ICRC’s mandate and activities, International Humanitarian Law, International Human Rights Law, and Humanitarian Principles to a variety of target publics; Actively promote the Co-operation between ICRC and the Police and Security Forces Identify and explore potential areas of synergy whereby the police file can provide an added value to other units/ e.g: sexual violence, detention activities, safer access, Health Care in Danger etc. This is a full-time position based at ICRC structure in Jigjiga.   OFFICE ACTIVITIES   Reporting Writes minutes of field trips, workshops and meetings Provides contributions to specific reports (field mission reports; MoM; short analytical papers) Administration – Finance Ensures necessary administrative work is implemented on time Knows, applies and complies with all the administrative procedures linked to his work (financial forecast, Time reporting, budget follow up, …etc) Keeps files up-to-date at all times. Interpretation – Translation Interprets accurately from English or Amharic to Somali language and vice versa during field visits and otherwise, as required. Translates documents from English or Amharic  to Somali and vice versa as required Treatment of information Registers and treats information (general and specific) accurately and with confidentially Job Requirement Minimum 5 years professional experience in the police and/or legal field Solid knowledge in international human rights law and international and national standards related to policing Very good presentation and communication skills; practical experience as trainer for adult audiences Very good knowledge about the structure, duties and responsibilities of the SRS Police and Security Forces Flexibility and willingness to travel across the Region Good analytical and drafting skills in English and Somali Other Ethiopian language skills an asset Very good computer and knowledge of modern technologies Ability to work independently and in a team 3rd grade driving license Duty station:  Jigjiga How to Apply Alternatively, you can submit application & CV with copies of relevant documents in person to the ICRC Delegation in Addis Ababa (in front of EIAR, around Egziabher ab church)/ICRC Sub – delegation in Jigjiga OR, send to the ICRC Delegation Addis Ababa, Human Resources Department, P.O.Box 5701, Addis Ababa. Closing date: December 16,2019 Women applicants and persons with disabilities are highly encouraged to apply. Please note that only short-listed candidates will be contacted at all stages of the selection process. For more information, visit website: https://www.icrc.org/