Country: Turkey
Closing date: 14 Apr 2019
We are looking for highly qualified *Protection Assistant - CM/IPA for our Protection Department in Kilis, Turkey.*
Who are we?
The Danish Refugee Council assists refugees and internally displaced persons across the globe: we provide emergency aid, fight for their rights, and strengthen their opportunity for a brighter future. We work in conflict-affected areas, along the displacement routes, and in the countries where refugees settle. In cooperation with local communities, we strive for responsible and sustainable solutions. We work toward successful integration and – whenever possible – for the fulfillment of the wish to return home.
The Danish Refugee Council was founded in Denmark in 1956, and has since grown to become an international humanitarian organization with more than 7,000 staff and 8,000 volunteers. Our vision is a dignified life for all displaced.
All of our efforts are based on our value compass: humanity, respect, independence and neutrality, participation, and honesty and transparency.
About the Job
To provide high-quality case-management services to people at risk, and to mitigate the negative of effects protection issues on individuals, and contribute to the improvement of the overall protective environment.
Sector responsibilities: Advocacy for the rights of displaced people in their context of displacement, child protection initiatives, individual protection assistance based on vulnerability, legal aid, land & property rights, sexual and gender-based violence prevention, registration services for the internally displaced and refugees, monitoring of rights and rights awareness-raising, facilitation of return and repatriation processes.
This role has an area focus and ensures compliance to DRC procedures and guidelines within the area. The role contributes to the development of country strategies, which are translated into action plans and day-to-day tasks.
Duties and Responsibilities
- Identify PoCs with vulnerabilities and provide case management (identification, assessment, case implementation, data entry, referral, follow-up, feedback etc, maintaining strict protocols for safety, international and national standards and procedures, confidentiality and consent;
- Follow work plans and guidelines
- Ensure the maintenance and regular update of case management database and other relevant trackers and maintain detailed physical case-files.
- Gather case-data for review when required
- Liaise with external agencies in order to facilitate the receipt of internal and external referrals;
- Develop and maintain effective working relationships, with other DRC departments;
About you
To be successful in this role, you must have a diploma or equivalent professional qualification.
Moreover, we also expect the following:
Required qualifications
- Minimum 1 year of relevant work experience.
- Experience in administrative tasks
- Excellent IT skills
- Experience with following standard procedures and guidelines
- English proficiency
- Fluency in Turkish and Arabic
- Experience working in the humanitarian field (preferably experience from southern Turkey)
- Experience in protection activities and/or social or health sector.
- An understanding of humanitarian/civil society issues in Turkey and the region
- Experience working with Syrian refugees
- Strong organizational and communication skills
- Ability to establish and maintain good working relationships in a multi-ethnic, multi-cultural and multi-disciplinary environment
- Ability to multi-task and cope with competing demands under tight deadlines
- Flexibility, enthusiasm, and willingness to learn from others
In this position, you are expected to demonstrate DRC’ five core competencies:
Striving for excellence: You focus on reaching results while ensuring an efficient process.
Collaborating: You involve relevant parties and encourage feedback.
Taking the lead: You take ownership and initiative while aiming for innovation.
Communicating: You listen and speak effectively and honestly.
Demonstrating integrity: You act in line with our vision and values.
We offer
DRC will offer the successful applicant a 7 months’ contract, renewable dependent on both funding and performance. You must be available to start work from 01 May 2019 and be willing and able to work in Kilis.
This position is on Employment band: I
We offer a fair compensation package depending on your qualification and experiences. DRC Turkey is income tax exempted.
The position is subject to confirmation of funding approvals.
How to apply:
Application process
Interested? Then apply for this position by clicking on the apply button.
All applicants must send a cover letter and an updated CV (no longer than four pages). Both must be in the same language as this vacancy.
Note: CV only applications will not be considered.
If you have questions or are facing problems with the online application process, please contact recruitment@drc-turkey.org
Applications close 14 April 2019.
The interviews are expected to take place within 1 week after the application close date. Qualified candidates could be contacted before the deadline for a technical test and interview.
Need further information?
For more details on this position please contact HR team at recruitment@drc-turkey.org.
Please note that applications sent directly to HR teamwill not be considered.
For further information about the Danish Refugee Council, please consult our website www.drc.ngo
