The Senior Protection Associate coordinates quality, timely and effective protection responses to the needs of populations of concern and integrates protection safeguards in operational responses across sectors
Job Summary
The Senior Protection Associate coordinates quality, timely and effective protection responses to the needs of populations of concern and integrates protection safeguards in operational responses across sectors.
The incumbent contributes to designing a comprehensive protection strategy and represents the Office externally on protection doctrine and policy as guided by the supervisor.
The role involves building and maintaining effective interfaces with communities of concern, local authorities, and protection and assistance partners to ensure inclusive decision-making.
Matching Summary
The Senior Protection Associate coordinates quality, timely and effective protection responses to the needs of populations of concern and integrates protection safeguards in operational responses across sectors.
Skills & Requirements
Must-have
International Refugee Law expertise
Protection standards and policies knowledge
Team management at country level
Legal research and drafting skills
Fluency in English and Arabic
Capacity building and training facilitation
Nice-to-have
Strategic thinking and stakeholder engagement
Experience with refugee status determination
Advocacy and risk management skills
Knowledge of child protection and education plans
Key Requirements
4 years relevant experience with High School Diploma or 2 years with Bachelor
Certificates in International Law or Political Science