Associate Protection Officer, Prevention of Sexual Exploitation, Abuse

Client of United Nation careers

The Incumbent :

1. Conducts regular field missions to gather information and data on protection issues confronted by Palestine refugees, particularly on PSEAH, Gender, and GBV in order to analyse and report on the protection context and issues encountered in the field and adequately identify emerging areas of concern as a basis for informing programmatic and advocacy responses.
2. Supports the implementation of the PSEAH portfolio in the West Bank in close coordination with the Gender Protection Officer and the Protection Mainstreaming Officer, mainstreaming PSEAH and gender equality across UNRWA service delivery and ensuring integrated protection responses.
3. Contributes to the development, implementation, and monitoring of the WBFO annual PSEAH action plan, informed by case and trend analysis and aligned with inter-agency PSEA Network priorities; provides regular updates to management on progress and proposes innovative, cost-effective approaches.
4. Provides technical guidance to strengthen internal capacity by supporting the establishment and operationalization of SOPs, internal mechanisms, and structures that prevent SEAH and promote a survivor-centred response, in line with UNRWA policies, Inter-Agency standards, and international best practices.
5. Supports the mainstreaming of protection principles and standards in UNRWA service delivery and programmes, especiallygender mainstreaming across programmes by analyzing Gender and Protection related risks across the West Bank and coordinating with prorgammes to incorporate gender recommendations in programme design, implementation, and monitoring.
6. Contributes to designing a comprehensive area level protection strategy by coordinating, ensuring quality, and providing technical support and capacity building, Designs and delivers staff training and capacity-building initiatives on protection and humanitarian principles, especially PSEAH and gender, across departments, and promotes the use of relevant inter-agency tools, guidance, and best practices.
7. Plans and leads community engagement activities, including consultations and focus group discussions (FGDs), to strengthen awareness of rights and reporting mechanisms, ensuring the meaningful inclusion of women, girls, and other vulnerable or marginalized groups.
8. Builds and maintains relationships with a broad network of stakeholders (including government, local authorities, UN agencies and NGOs as well as beneficiaries and other persons of concern) who can contribute to gender sensitive protection responses for Palestine refugees. Contributes technical inputs to the West Bank Inter-Agency Protection Cluster and supports coordination on gender and PSEA priorities, acting as a focal point for related issues.
9. Facilitates safe, confidential, and timely referrals of SEAH cases through established pathways, including the PSEA Network and GBV AoR, ensuring a survivor-centred approach and minimizing risks; supports access to internal services where required and contributes to incident reporting processes (including RC/HC submissions) in coordination with relevant officers.
10. Strengthens monitoring, reporting, and knowledge management by promoting the collection and analysis of sex- and age-disaggregated data, consolidating inputs from Gender/PSEAH focal points and partners, identifying trends and gaps, and producing actionable recommendations and reports for leadership.
11. Undertakes integrated assessment and follow-up of the most serious humanitarian principles and protection issues.
12. Prepares reports, briefings, and training materials as required and conducts oral and written translations of Arabic and English where required. Contributes to inter-agency coordination, learning, and reporting processes, including documenting good practices and lessons learned to enhance gender equality and PSEAH outcomes across the response.
13. Performs other duties as may be assigned by the supervisor

UN Core Values of Integrity, Professionalism and Respect for Diversity, and Core Competencies of Communication, Working with People and Drive for Results apply by default.

• Professionalism: Shows pride in work and in achievements. Demonstrates professional competence and mastery of subject matter. Is conscientious and efficient in meeting commitments, observing deadlines and achieving results. Is motivated by professional rather than personal concerns. Shows persistence when faced with difficult problems or challenges; remains calm in stressful situations. Takes responsibility for incorporating gender perspectives and ensuring the equal participation of women and men in all areas of work.
• Planning and organizing: Develops clear goals that are consistent with agreed strategies. Identifies priority activities and assignments; adjusts priorities as required. Allocates appropriate amount of time and resources for completing work. Foresees risks and allows for contingencies when planning. Monitors and adjusts plans and actions as necessary. Uses time efficiently.
• Building trust: Provides an environment in which others can talk and act without fear of repercussion. Manages in a deliberate and predictable way. Operates with transparency; has no hidden agenda. Places confidence in colleagues, staff members and clients. Gives proper credit to others. Follows through on agreed upon actions. Treats sensitive or confidential information appropriately.
• Communication: Speaks and writes clearly and effectively. Listens to others, correctly interprets messages from others and responds appropriately. Asks questions to clarify and exhibits interest in having two-way communication. Tailors language, tone, style and format to match the audience. Demonstrates openness in sharing information and keeping people informed.