Protection from Violence Specialist Ukraine

What we are looking for:

NRC Ukraine is looking for an experienced Protection from Violence Specialist to lead the technical development of the Protection from Violence (PfV) Core Competency (CC), strategic direction and quality assurance, the CC strategy and quality control. The specialist will be responsible for mentoring, training and capacity building staff on CC technical capacity. The CC Specialist will also support NRC’s engagement towards promoting the Protection of Civilians in situations of conflict.

The ideal candidate must either be based in Ukraine or have the legal right to work there.

What you will do:

• Develop or update in-country technical standards, guidance notes, and programming resources for Protection from Violence (Civilian-Self Protection, Specialised Services, Protection Analysis and Monitoring, Site Management).
• Assess training and development needs within the Protection from Violence teams; develop capacity building plan and implement the plan with the support of the Protection from Violence Managers or Coordinators, develop training materials based on relevant programme guidelines and SOPs and roll-out training on Civilian Self-Protection, Protection Analysis and Monitoring, Individual Protection Assistance, Site Management/ Urban Displacement out of camp.
• Undertake field/onsite visits to monitor the quality of implementation, including on safe and inclusive programming; and provide technical advice, and customized and need based capacity building to field staff as necessary.
• Contribute to the establishment of functional internal and external referral mechanisms 
• Strengthen area-based coordination mechanisms, leading where relevant the coordination of the protection sector.
• Prioritize programmatic linkages with other CCs and integrated programming.
• Lead on Protection Analysis, and working very closely with Information, Counselling and Legal Assistance (ICLA), Access and Advocacy counterparts, support Country Management Team in developing the engagement strategy on the Protection of Civilians.
• Guide Area Offices’ teams on how to identify, build relationships and capacity of relevant stakeholders at community level to engage on civilian self-protection.
• Promote innovative programming engaging networks of volunteers, local actors and civil society.
• Technical oversight of the relevant protection from violence team(s), including providing training, guidance and mentoring to conduct protection from violence monitoring, analysis and advocacy activities.
• Engage in humanitarian coordination structures, collaborating with other organisations and partners to ensure the protection programme is aligned with broader efforts to prevent violence and coercion.
• Support areas in identifying needs and priorities to support collective sites, promote community engagement and area-based coordination. 
• Guide Area Offices’ teams on identifying potential partners for Protection from Violence and support NRC’s collaboration with them, as relevant.
• Work closely with NRC partners to ensure quality Case Management and Protection Monitoring, as well as appropriate linkages with NRC direct programmes. 
• Updating SOPs and guidance to ensure a timely use of Individual Protection Assistance to reduce protection risks. 

Please download the detailed job description to learn more about the position. 

What you will bring:

• Minimum 5 years of experience within technical expertise area in humanitarian contexts
• Experience working in complex and volatile contexts
• Relevant education background in law or social sciences Documented results related to the position’s responsibilities
• Fluency in English, both written and verbal
• Previous experience in Ukraine or neighboring countries is an asset 
• Knowledge of Ukrainian language is an asset 
• Experience in implementing/overseeing Civilian self-protection programming
• Experience in Protection Monitoring, Analysis and advocacy
• Experience in implementing/overseeing specialised protection service delivery, including case management and Individual Protection Assistance (cash for protection) 
• Experience representing an agency in national coordination mechanisms would be an asset
• Knowledge of CCCM/Site Management/Urban Displacement Out-of-Camp (UDOC programmes) and Community Engagement approaches would be an asset.

What we offer:

• Duty station: kiev, Ukraine.
• Contract: 12 months. 
• Travel: 40%. 
• Salary/benefits: grade 9 on NRC’s national salary scale, with accompanying terms and conditions
• NRC is an equal opportunities employer. We are committed to diversity without distinction to age, gender, religion, ethnicity, nationality, and physical ability.
• We think outside the box, encourage ideas, and give responsibility to all employees at all levels. You will have many opportunities to be heard and take the initiative.

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Important information about the application process

• For Internal candidates: To apply as an internal candidate, log in with your official email or click on Opportunity MarketPlace.
• When creating your profile, include your full name as given on your passport. Complete all the system-required fields for experience, employment history and education.
• Submit your application and CV in English, taking care to attach your latest CV.
• Applications that do not meet the minimum standards in terms of experience or qualifications will generally not be considered. Unsolicited applications not related to this specific job advertisement will not be considered.
• We receive many applications for each vacant position and so only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

If you have any questions about this role, please email [email protected] with the job title as the subject line.

Why NRC?

The Norwegian Refugee Council (NRC) is an independent humanitarian organisation helping people forced to flee. Our 15,000 staff work in crises across 40 countries, providing life-saving and long-term assistance to millions of people every year.

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We are looking for people who are passionate about helping refugees and people forced to flee. Are you one of those people? If you are, NRC offers you the opportunity to:

• do demanding and professional work, often in challenging contexts.
• join a work culture that empowers every employee to share ideas and take responsibility.
• be part of a welcoming and supportive community committed to human dignity.