The Norwegian Refugee Council (NRC) is a non-governmental, humanitarian organization with 60 years of experience in helping to create a safer and more dignified life for refugees and internally displaced people. NRC advocates for the rights of displaced populations and offers assistance within the shelter, education, emergency food security, legal assistance, and water,sanitation and hygiene sectors.
The Norwegian Refugee Council has approximately 5000 committed and competent employees involved in projects across four continents. In addition, NRC runs one of the world's largest standby rosters -NORCAP, with 650 professionals, ready to be deployed on 72 hours notice when a crisis occurs
NRC is therefore seeking a Protection Technical Assistant for the NRC Office in Mtendeli/Kakonko-Kigoma, Tanzania. The Protection Technical Assistant will report to the Protection Officer
To apply for this position please go to NRC website at www.nrc.no and follow the 'VACANCIES' link.
Email and paper applications will not be considered.
Job description
Previous experience from working in complex and volatile contexts.
Self-motivated, passionate and ready to inspire others on NRCs mandate and our work in protection and advocacy.
Documented results related to the position's responsibilities.
Commitment to participatory and inclusive methods of working.
Fluency in English, both written and verbal. Kirundi and/or Kiswahili is an asset.
A Diploma/University degree in law, social science, political science or related subject will be considered.
Qualifications
Previous experience from working in complex and volatile contexts.
Self-motivated, passionate and ready to inspire others on NRCs mandate and our work in protection and advocacy.
Documented results related to the position's responsibilities.
Commitment to participatory and inclusive methods of working.
Fluency in English, both written and verbal. Kirundi and/or Kiswahili is an asset.
A Diploma/University degree in law, social science, political science or related subject will be considered.
Education field
Law
Education level
College / University, Bachelor's degree
Personal qualities
At least 2 years' experience in working in a protection-related field including knowledge of humanitarian principles and minimum protection standards, applying protection standards to vulnerable beneficiaries, referral services, delivering training and awareness raising programs and writing reports/providing information on protection-related themes.
Experience in mainstreaming protection concepts within a humanitarian operation particularly valued.
Advanced computer skills, especially in Word, Excel, Power Point and Outlook.
Fluency in written and spoken Kirundi, Kiswahili/Ha, French essential and ability to work in English necessary.
Miscellaneous info
Travel: Some travelling must be expected