Protection Assistant- Tyre

We are looking for qualified candidates to work for a reputable INGO. DRC is inviting local candidates to apply for the position of Protection Assistant in South Lebanon, to support its activities. Who are weThe Danish Refugee Council (DRC) is a humanitarian, non-governmental and nonprofit organization, founded in 1956, that works in more than 30 countries around the world.DRC has been operating in Lebanon since 2004, working with Palestinian and Iraqi refugees, as well as Lebanese communities affected by the war in 2006.  DRC is committed to basic humanitarian principles; including impartiality and neutrality, and offers the highest standards of accountability to the people it serves.For further information about DRC, please refer to our website: www.drc.dkAbout the jobUnder the overall supervision of  the Protection Manager in South Lebanon, the successful candidate will be responsible to monitor protection concerns among refugee and host communities in South Lebanon. Duties• Conduct mobile field visits 4 days per week to refugee settlement and host population areas to meet with community key stakeholders and identify protection concerns; • Identify and refer most vulnerable identified cases as well as individuals faced with protection concerns (incl. GBV, Child protection, etc.) to relevant services; • Enter collected data in digital data collection systems and transfer these data to Protection officer on regular basis; • During field visits, conduct information sessions on available services and other topics; • Identify community focal points and settlement representatives to organize and conduct protection monitoring activities and follow up; • Work closely with PSS and Capacity building officers to ensure GBV/Child protection prevention and response is adequately addressed across sectors and humanitarian interventions;Any other duties relating to the nature of the job as directed by the Protection Officer. About youTo be successful in this role you must have• Bachelor in Social work, political science, law or related field;• Minimum two years experience in an NGO, preferably in social or legal work.• Ability to maintain confidentiality, respect, non-discrimination and safety of client at all times; • Excellent interpersonal and problem-solving skills, creativity and flexibility.• Comfortable in a multi-cultural environment, flexible and able to handle pressure well.• Flexibility in working overtime when needed; Fluency in Arabic required; We offerAn interesting job in one of the world’s best NGOs. DRC will offer the successful applicant a six month contract, renewable dependent on both funding and performance. You must be available to start work as soon as possible and be willing and able to work in South.Salary and conditions will be in accordance with Danish Refugee Council’s Terms of Employment for National staff. This position will be placed at level B1, equivalent to 1,204USD per month. CommitmentsDRC has a Humanitarian Accountability Framework, outlining its global accountability commitments. All staff are required to contribute to the achievement of this framework (http://www.drc.dk/HAF.4265.0.html). Application processInterested? Then apply for this position by clicking on the apply button or go to www.drc.dk and find Current Vacancies.  All applicants should send a cover letter and an updated CV no longer than four pages, both in the same language as the vacancy note. Your CV should also include contact details of three professional referees. Applications close 25 January 2015. The interviews are expected to take place in the following week.