Danish Refugee Council, one of the world’s leading humanitarian NGOs, is currently looking for a highly qualified Protection Team Leader, Under the supervision of the Project Manager, and in close coordination with other DRC Protection teams flood-affected, the Protection Team Leader has a leading role in the implementation of all DRC’s protection objectives for Libyan and non-Libyan flood and displacement affected populations. The Team Leader manages the field team responsible for the implementation of DRC community-based protection mechanism activities, including information dissemination, awareness-raising, and psychosocial support at both individual and community levels. The Team leader is also responsible for planning field-based activities in line with Protection Information Management (PIM) principles and Protection Monitoring Standard Operating Principles (SOPs) as well as leading Protection Monitoring and/or Rapid protection assessment report writing and analysis.

About the job

The Protection team leader will supervise a team of protection officers and assistants supporting the flood-affected communities in the East of Libya. He/she will deliver technical support and guidance to the protection team and will ensure the quality of the planning, implementation, and follow-up of all technical aspects of the sector activities being implemented by DRC. A key area of focus of this role is the development and maintenance of good relations with the flood-affected communities and other affected communities in the East, relevant stakeholders, and other humanitarian actors, to support adequate implementation and coordination of DRC’s protection activities.

Main Responsibilities:

Team management

• Lead and manage the protection team- including planning and performance management with a focus on well-being and development. To this end, provide technical support, supervision, and guidance – and in close communication with the Manager tailor capacity building and training plans.

• Ensure that all team members fulfil their role as per their job description, in line with DRC Code of Conduct, providing timely and constructive feedback as required.

• Coordinate with the Manager in recruitment processes for team members, as relevant and ensure compliance with DRC On- and off boarding SOPs.

• Encourage a positive, inclusive and mutually supportive team spirit among the team under his/her supervision and with other protection and sectors teams.

• Coordinate leave plans and schedules to ensure effective and efficient implementation of program activities.

Programming & Operations

• Under guidance and supervision of the Manager, plan and supervise implementation of community mapping exercises, effective community mobilization and engagement activities efficiently.

• Ensure compliance with DRC specific tools, processes and SOPs dedicated to data collection and analysis, Psychosocial support and referrals

• Supervise the Protection officers and Protection assistants and conduct for that purpose regular supervision meetings and field visits

• Ensure effective data collection and protection monitoring activities, according to allocated budget and developed work plan.

• Monitor and analyze trends of the protection situation and environment in all areas of intervention for all groups of concern for program and advocacy purposes.

• Lead, in close coordination with the PIMO and Manager, the regular development of protection monitoring products, including monthly/quarterly/annual highlights/ad hoc reports as requested by the Manager

• Support the PIM officer, MEAL department and protection monitors in the management and analysis of information and data management, and in the generation of timely reports.

• Provide mentorship, coaching, capacity building and training for members of the protection team.

• Contribute to the coordination of ongoing service mapping exercises and community analyses.

• Ensure accurate record keeping of the data bases in collaboration with the PIM Officer

Logistics/Finance

• Actively plan and coordinate logistics and movements from and to different operational areas, including in coordination with other protection teams to ensure resource efficiency.

• Take the lead in supporting the coordination of program activities as they relate to logistics, administration, finances, or security, in coordination with the relevant departments.

• Understand and comply with the relevant internal policies and directives.

• Initiate procurements and ensure their execution

• Ensure distribution plans are prepared and shared with logistics in a timely manner

About you:

• Minimum 3 years of management experience at a mid to senior level, preferably with experience in the field of humanitarian response and protection, working for an international NGO, UN agency, relevant ministry, or local authority.
• Minimum 3 years of practical experience in sector area working for an INGO
• University Degree in the field of Social Sciences, Sociology, Community Development, Communication, Humanitarian Affairs, or any other related field
• Proven management skills and a competence in people management
• Commitment to learning and implementing organizational policies and procedures.
• Excellent skill in MS Word, Excel, and PowerPoint
• Full professional proficiency in English
• Field experience
• Demonstrated capacity to effectively represent a humanitarian organization with the individuals and communities and build trust

All DRC roles require the post-holder to master DRC’s core competencies:

• Striving for excellence: Focusing on reaching results while ensuring efficient processes.

• Collaborating: Involving relevant parties and encouraging feedback.

• Taking the lead: Taking ownership and initiative while aiming for innovation.

• Communicating: Listening and speaking effectively and honestly.

• Demonstrating integrity: Upholding and promoting the highest standards of ethical and professional conduct in relation to DRC’s values and Code of Conduct, including safeguarding against sexual exploitation, abuse, and harassment.

In this position, you are expected to demonstrate DRC’ five core competencies:

Striving for excellence: You focus on reaching results while ensuring an efficient process.

Collaborating: You involve relevant parties and encourage feedback.

Taking the lead: You take ownership and initiative while aiming for innovation.

Communicating: You listen and speak effectively and honestly.

Demonstrating integrity: You uphold and promote the highest standards of ethical and professional conduct in relation to our values and Code of Conduct, including safeguarding against sexual exploitation, abuse, and harassment.

We offer

Contract length: 6 Months

Band: G – Manager

Designation of Duty Station: Green Mountain

Number of staff required for the position: 2

Start date: ASAP

Salary and conditions will be in accordance with the Danish Refugee Council’s Terms of Employment for Expatriates; please refer to drc.ngo under Vacancies.

Application process

All applicants must upload a cover letter and an updated CV (no longer than four pages) in English. Applications sent by email will not be considered.

The closing date for applications: 15 Nov. 2023

For further information about the Danish Refugee Council, please consult our website drc.ngo.