Protection Officer at HIAS Refugee Trust of Kenya

DEPARTMENT: Gender and Gender Based Violence

SUPERVISOR: Program Manager G& GBV

START DATE:24th May 2022

END DATE: 14th September 2022 (Renewable contract subject to availability of funds and performance)

GRADE: 6

POSITION SUMMARY:

HIAS seeks a Protection Officer to enhance protection of refugees by promoting and protecting their rights. The protection Officer will specialize in the protection of the LGBTQ population by providing insight in protection interventions for the LGBTIQ.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

1. Promote and protect the rights of the most vulnerable refugees.
2. Assist in protection mainstreaming by providing insight in protection interventions for the LGBTIQ population
3. Facilitate access to local support networks within the Kenyan LGBTIQ community
4. Maintain and develop relationships with Key stake holders and partners to advocate for rights of refugees
5. Develop strategic partnerships through participation in co-ordination meetings
6. Contribute to the design, implementation and evaluation program with partners for protection, medical and psychosocial needs of the LGBTIQ refugees
7. Facilitate establishment of community based protection mechanism and support for the vulnerable persons of concern including survivors of Sexual Gender Based Violence
8. Ensure ongoing case management and documentation of protection violations
9. Increase knowledge and exposure of the Kenyan LGBTIQ movement to the LGBTIQ refugee problem thus awakening their concern for a broader approach in their advocacy and future programming.
10. Follow up on cases and provide partners and refugees counseling and feedback on the status and processing of individual cases
11. Build Capacity for HIAS staff, partner staff and other stakeholders on diversity, SGBV and protection of persons of concern
12. Produce accurate, detailed and timely reports highlighting objectives, achievements and impact on project activities.
13. Assist in identifying funding opportunities and fundraising for protection program
14. Performing other duties as may be required.

QUALIFICATIONS & REQUIREMENTS:

Education

University degree in either; Law, International Relations, Gender Development Studies or other relevant social sciences degree

Experience

1. Minimum of 3 years of relevant professional experience and knowledge in Human Rights as well as International refugee laws.
2. Experience working with refugees and specifically the LGBTIQ refugees will be an added advantage

Skills

1. Excellent knowledge of English and Kiswahili
2. Knowledge of Computer Applications such as Ms-ACCESS, Ms-EXCEL, and Ms-WORD
3. Ability to work in a Team
4. Good knowledge of prevention and response to Sexual and Gender Based Violence (SGBV)
5. Strong interpersonal and communication skills
6. Knowledge in Project Management
7. Ability to take up multiple roles with minimum supervision and short deadlines
8. Ability to work in a demanding and high-pressured environment
9. Knowledge in AAP
10. Knowledge in PSEA

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.