Protection Volunteer at International Rescue Committee

Job Description

With technical support from the Protection Mainstreaming Officer, the protection volunteer worker will assist implementation of IRC’s protection interventions in Lodwar and surrounding host communities.

Responsibilities

• Identify and receive referrals of persons at heightened risk.
• Assess risk and support clients in understanding risks relevant to their situation.
• Provide information to individuals and families about their rights and entitlements, including what services are available.
• Work with identified individuals and families to develop and implement an action plan in accordance with their needs, capacities, and goals.
• Conduct interviews to assess the needs of individuals and families.

Data and Reporting

• Ensure complete and updated documentation related to each individual case.
• Manage, file and store data, ensuring the confidentiality of the informationcollected.
• Prepare and submit weekly and monthly work plans.

Coordination

• Contribute to the maintenance of an up-to date service mapping of the service providers.
• Advocate on behalf of clients to access services and support clients to effectively represent their views, needs and capacities in all meetings affecting them.

Education

Qualifications

• Diploma or University degree in Counselling & Psychology, social work, international relations, social sciences, development studies, community development or related field.
• At least two years of experience in counselling or humanitarian assistance. Experience working within the relevant context preferred.

Demonstrate Skills And Competencies

• Ability to maintain confidentiality, respect, non-discrimination, and safety of clients always.
• Basic computer skills (Ms. Office – word, excel, power point) Good communication skills.
• Excellent interpersonal and problem-solving skills, creativity, and flexibility
• Ability to work s effectively with people from all backgrounds and develop strategies to address barriers faced by individuals most at riskof discrimination.

Language Skills

• Ability to communicate well in spoken and written English, Kiswahili and Ngarturkana added advantage.