Protection Monitor
DEPARTMENT:
Legal Protection
SUPERVISOR:
Protection Officer
START
DATE: 1st June 2023
END
DATE:
31st December 2023 (Renewable contract subject to availability of funds and
performance)
POSITION
SUMMARY:
HIAS seeks to recruit Protection Monitors who will assist
in provision of social interventions and assistance to the most at risk and
vulnerable refugees:
Key Responsibilities
Identify and document human rights
violations, refer cases to the appropriate authorities, and provide regular
follow-up on each case.
Participate in community awareness and
dissemination of information to members of the community.
Assist in the implementation of
appropriate intervention for refugees at risk through activities such as
emergency shelter placement etc.
Assist in the referral for appropriate
intervention for vulnerable refugees in the community.
Assist in the provision of direct
assistance to refugees in the community.
Assist with the translation for
refugees in the community during activities as may be required.
Assist in the mobilization of
community members for community forums and sensitization campaigns in the communities.
Provide weekly and monthly reports and
data highlighting individual performance, progress against targets and client
needs.
Provide training to beneficiary groups
in: Refugee Rights & protection, legal documentation and other protection
related issues as determined by the Program Supervisor
Attend regular staff meetings,
trainings and other meetings as required and ensure regular personal
development and supervision.
Qualifications
Education
O – Level education certificate
Any other relevant training
Experience
Not less than three months’ work
experience, preferably with an NGO. Experience in the field of refugee
protection and assistance is an added advantage.
Skills & Competencies
Basic literacy and numeracy skills.
Should be well integrated to the
dynamics and needs of persons with specific needs (refugee community) within
their areas.
Good working knowledge of the
community needs and gaps
Ability to work with members of the
community with little or no supervision
Computer literacy
Strong communication and interpersonal
skills
Strong counselling skills
Strong training skills in community
development and working with PSNs will be an added advantage.
Knowledge in Accountability to
Affected Populations
Knowledge in PSEA
Language
Proficiency in English or Kiswahili
and either, Luganda, Kinyamulenge, French, Somali, Amharic, Tigrinya, Oromo and
Kinyarwanda or any other major language spoken within the refugee community.
DISCLAIMER:
This job description is intended to describe the general
nature and level of work being performed. It is not an exhaustive list of all
responsibilities, duties, skills required or permanent location. Location is
subject to change based on programmatic needs. Flexibility is essential as we
grow and develop. The successful candidate must be comfortable in a fast-paced,
changing work environment with many crucial deadlines. All team members may be
required to perform duties outside of their normal work hours of
responsibilities as needed.
SAMPLE
HIRING PROCESS:
We are committed to a fair and respectful hiring process,
and we do our absolute best to respond to every applicant. We prioritize
communication and transparency with all candidates, even those who are not
moving forward. Here’s a snapshot of our hiring process:
Step
1: Submit your application!
Step
2: Phone screen with a Human Resources staff person.
Step
3: Interview with the hiring manager.
Step
4: Interview with a panel of HIAS employees.
Step
5: Reference check.
Step
6: Offer and background check.
Step
7: Start your professional journey with HIAS!
Note:
Some of our hiring processes may vary, and not all candidates will advance to
each step.
REQUIRED
DOCUMENTS
Cover Letter
Curriculum Vitae with at least 3 names
and contacts of referees
Valid and updated refugee ID
Proof of registration
Academic and Training Certificates
How to Apply
Please send the above required documents to recruitment.kenya@hias.org indicating
the Vacancy Number HRTK/PM/05/23 on
the subject line.
Closing
Date: 19th May 2023
Applications not bearing this subject label will not be
considered.
Note: Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
HRTK
is an equal opportunity employer, does not charge candidates for recruitment
and
dissociates
itself from any entity defrauding candidates.
