Protection Field Officer

ICRC - International Committee of the Red Cross (Somalia)

Purpose

The Protection Field Officer contributes to the implementation and monitoring of ICRC s Protection activities in Hiran region.

Accountabilities and Functional responsibilities

• Supports in monitoring, documentation, and mapping of Protection of the Civilian Population (PCP) cases and conflict-related or violent incidents with humanitarian consequences
• Contributes to the identification and analysis of protection issues, International Humanitarian Law (IHL) and International Human Rights Law (IHRL) violations for further monitoring and follow up
• Conducts detailed field assessments on the needs of the affected populations and the viability of an ICRC intervention whenever feasible
• Supports the Protection team in organizing visits to places of detention (PoDs)
• Liaises with the different interlocutors and stakeholders including affected persons (community leaders, IDPs and migrants), and local authorities, non-governmental organizations, and agencies on varying issues of interest
• Develops and maintains an extended network of contacts among local authorities, local weapons bearers, traditional leaders, humanitarian organizations and members of civil society
• In coordination with the Protection Delegate, liaises with other ICRC Departments depending on the identified needs and support their assessments for the assistance to the identified individuals or their family members or other activities of the ICRC for the benefit of civilian victims of hostilities.
• Contribute to the implementation of PFL activities in close coordination with the Protection delegate, the PFL team and the Somali Red Crescent Society Protecting Family Links officer in the area of responsibility.
• Shares oral and written analysis of the Protection activities on a timely and regular basis
• Contributes to various reports, multidisciplinary assessments, and operational reports

Certifications / Education required

• University Degree in Social Sciences, development studies or qualification in a related field of study

Professional Experience required

• At least 4 years of experience in a similar field of activity
• Knowledge of International Humanitarian Law (IHL) or International Human Rights Law (IHRL) is an asset
• Ability to network, represent the institution externally and dialogue with major stakeholders

Desired profile and skills

• Fluency in both oral and written communication in English and Somali
• Excellent administrative and organizational skills
• Upholds a high sense of responsibility and confidentiality
• Computer proficiency especially in MS Office suite