Protection from Violence Officer primary focus will be the effective delivery of services to individuals affected by violence, while promoting a safe and supportive environment for all, in compliance with NRC policies, guidelines, and standards, as well as the Protection from Violence Core Competency (CC) strategy, tools, handbooks, and guidelines.

As a Protection from Violence Officer, you will be responsible for implementing and managing the Protection from Violence project, working closely with individuals and communities to provide support, resources, and advocacy.

The following is a brief description of the role:

Generic Responsibilities:

• Protection from Violence specific responsibility for implementation of technical activities of Core Competency CC project(s).
• Protection from Violence specific technical responsibility for project documentation of technical activities of Core Competency CC project(s).
• Provide specific technical analysis and feedback to NRC representatives in coordination forums.
• Promote the rights of affected populations in line with the advocacy strategy.

Specific Responsibilities:

•  Carry out protection case management and individual protection assistance (IPA) in line with NRC Protection Case Management and IPA guidelines and tools, including conducting intake and assessment, creating and implementing client-centred case plans, following-up on case plans in a timely manner. This includes provide psychosocial support and referrals as needed.
• Identify cases of adults at high risk of harm and rights violations other than Child Protection and Gender Based Violence.
• Report internally to the Protection from Violence Coordinator on weekly and monthly achievements and challenges.
•  Prepare procurement or payment requests for material assistance in-line with case plans and ensure project documents are collected and saved offline and online using Office 365, OneDrive and SharePoint in line with project agreements.
• Participate in mapping exercises and assessments aimed at identifying the locations and needs of vulnerable populations in West Bank with a focus on Hebron and the surrounding neighbourhoods, by using participatory data collection tools and methodologies.
• Coordinate with potential service providers (governmental, non-governmental, private, etc.) to improve the provision of assistance and referral mechanisms in line with safe referral standards.

What We Offer? 

• You will be working in an international and diverse organization with a dynamic atmosphere.
• You will receive support and opportunities to expand your skills and enhance your expertise.
• You will be working in our Office in Tulkarem.
• This position is Grade (05) Step (01).Salary & Benefits are based on West Bank Duty Station.
• Reports to: Protection Coordinator.
• Recruiter: Recruitment Team.
• Contract Duration: 12 months renewable, based on the need of position, fund and performance.

Application Instructions:

• Email: [email protected]
• If you are interested to apply for this position, please check the full Job Description: PS_JD-Protection from Violence Officer – Tulkarem.docx
• Applications are only accepted if submitted through NRC website.
• Applications won’t be considered without a Resume and a Cover Letter in English.

For more information about NRC’s work in Palestine, please check: https://www.nrc.no/globalassets/pdf/fact-sheets/2024/factsheet-palestine-nrc_202405.pdf

NRC is an equal opportunities employer and aims to have staffing diversity in terms of age, gender, ethnicity, nationality.

Generic Professional Competencies: 

• Good ability to organize work, meet deadlines, work independently, prioritize work under pressure, coordinate multiple tasks and maintain attention to detail
• Level of knowledge and practice with Word, Excel, Outlook, etc.
• Required advanced level of English and Arabic, both written and verbal.

Context/Specific Skills, Knowledge And Experience: 

• At least two years of experience implementing social work, case management support (preferably in humanitarian setting), technical diploma or degree in social work, human rights, or related degree preferred, knowledge of human rights and protection with a focus on vulnerable individuals.
• At least two years of professional experience in the humanitarian sector with international organizations.
• Strong understanding of basic counselling and psychosocial support concepts; previous training in these areas strongly preferred.

At NORCAP, we work to better protect and empower people affected by crises and climate change. With expertise in the humanitarian, development and peacebuilding sectors, we collaborate with local, national and international partners on finding solutions to meet the needs of people at risk. NORCAP is part of the Norwegian Refugee Council.