ICLA and Protection Officer Somalia Dhusamareeb ( National Position)

Norwegian Refugee Council (NRC) is recruiting a ICLA and Protection Officer Somalia Dhusamareeb ( National Position) for their Dhusamareeb office. The ideal candidate will have 3 - 4 years of professional experience in the Protection Affairs field. Qualified candidates are urged to apply before the May, 13 deadline. Job Description P.S: Please ensure that you fill in all details before submitting your application. Empty and incomplete applications will not be considered. Qualified female candidates are particularly encouraged to apply. Background NRC has provided first-line humanitarian response since 2021 through multisectoral activities in shelter, education, livelihoods and food security, and information, counselling, and legal assistance. Our focus is on supporting people in hard-to-reach areas, working in partnership with authorities and local actors. We are piloting cash-based interventions with displaced populations living in host communities. NRC offers a comprehensive response for returnees and IDPs of high need, addressing their food security, livelihood, shelter, education, ICLA, and water, hygiene and sanitation needs and also responding to emergencies through NRC’s six core competencies; Shelter, Education, Cash & Market Systems, WASH and Information, Counselling and Legal Assistance (ICLA) and Protection from Violence. NRC Somalia is part of NRC’s East & South Africa regional operation, which comprises large-scale multi-country humanitarian and early recovery interventions spread across ten countries (Kenya, Somalia, Ethiopia, Djibouti, Eritrea, South Sudan, Uganda, Tanzania, Sudan and Mozambique). NRC’s overall strategy in the region is to enhance protection and promote the rights of displaced people in humanitarian need by improving living conditions and seeking durable solutions. The regional office is based in Nairobi and works with country programmes to ensure standardization of programmatic and operational approaches, promote multi-country programming and ensure quality and coordination. The Officer will lead the implementation of Protection and ICLA activities in the Central Area Office (CAO), specifically in Galmudug State. The officer will provide quality information and counselling legal services to displaced populations and vulnerable communities and === Skills & Qualifications === Professional competencies Generic professional competencies: University degree in law, social studies, development studies / other relevant field/ the equivalent. Minimum of 3 years of work experience with NGO, legal or international organization in t protection or human rights work, including case management and protection programing. Experience working in complex and volatile contexts. Experience from working as an advocacy, information, data or protection Officer in a humanitarian/recovery context Experience working directly with affected/local communities in humanitarian settings. Knowledge of international protection standards, concepts, and guiding principles Strong analytical skills to integrate information from diverse sources. Experience in monitoring, evaluation and accountability Knowledge of data collection and analysis using digital processes Documented results related to the position’s responsibilities Fluency in English, both written and v --- About Dhusamareeb --- Somalia is located in the Horn of Africa and has a growing job market, particularly in the humanitarian, development, and private sectors. Major employment hubs include Mogadishu, Hargeisa, Garowe, Baidoa, and Kismayo, with opportunities from international NGOs, UN agencies, government institutions, and an expanding private sector. Ereyada Soomaaliga (Somali Keywords): Ilaalinta • Shaqo Cusub • Shaqo Buuxda

Professional competencies Generic professional competencies: University degree in law, social studies, development studies / other relevant field/ the equivalent. Minimum of 3 years of work experience with NGO, legal or international organization in t protection or human rights work, including case management and protection programing. Experience working in complex and volatile contexts. Experience from working as an advocacy, information, data or protection Officer in a humanitarian/recovery context Experience working directly with affected/local communities in humanitarian settings. Knowledge of international protection standards, concepts, and guiding principles Strong analytical skills to integrate information from diverse sources. Experience in monitoring, evaluation and accountability Knowledge of data collection and analysis using digital processes Documented results related to the position’s responsibilities Fluency in English, both written and verbal. Knowledge about own skills/profile Experience working in Somalia. Technical expertise relevant to the role ICLA and Protection. Documented results related to the position’s responsibilities. We are particularly looking for a positive individual with strong communication skills who can build trust and confidently navigate both internally and externally at different levels. In this position, you will join highly motivated and expert staff who are making a difference to the most vulnerable people Context/ Specific skills, knowledge and experience Knowledge of the geographical area of responsibility. Strong cultural awareness and sensitivity. Highly approachable, trustworthy, and confidential

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