Assistant(e) Protection-1

International Rescue Committee Inc

Blangoua, Cameroon
Psychosocial support for survivors
Case management for gbv and child protection
Community-based prevention and awareness
The Assistant Protection will be responsible for implementing prevention and response activities for Gender-Based Violence (GBV) or child protection, in line with the Protection program's vision and strategy

Job Summary

  • The Assistant Protection will be responsible for implementing prevention and response activities for Gender-Based Violence (GBV) or child protection, in line with the Protection program's vision and strategy.
  • This role involves working directly with GBV survivors, children victims of abuse, local authorities, and community leaders, ensuring activities are implemented according to organizational principles and international standards.
  • The Assistant Protection will contribute to strengthening community-based GBV prevention mechanisms and ensuring survivors' access to essential services.

Matching Summary

The Assistant Protection will be responsible for implementing prevention and response activities for Gender-Based Violence (GBV) or child protection, in line with the Protection program's vision and strategy.

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Psychosocial support for survivors
  • Case management for GBV and child protection
  • Community-based prevention and awareness
  • Coordination with local authorities and partners
  • Confidentiality and survivor-centered approach

Nice-to-have

  • Adaptability to field realities
  • Innovation in program approaches
  • Strong listening and interpersonal skills

Key Requirements

  • At least 1 year of experience in GBV, protection, psychosocial support, or case management
  • Demonstrated experience in direct support to survivors
  • Experience in humanitarian or development context
  • Proficiency in French
  • Knowledge of local languages (Kotoko, Arabic Choa, Hausa, Kanuri, Mousgoum, Massa, etc.) is a strong asset
  • Indispensable knowledge of local customs and traditions in Logone-et-Chari

Work Rights

Not specified

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