Protection Case Worker Program Director

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

Promote and protect the rights of the most vulnerable refugees.
Assist in the development and implementation of the HIAS Kenya program strategy
Research and development of training curricula and conduct presentations on a need to basis in line with the program goals and objectives
Follow up on protection cases and provide refugees counselling and feedback on the status and processing of individual cases;
Assist in preparation of project related reports.
Assist in organization and facilitation of Community-Based activities including empowerment
Assist in protection mainstreaming by providing insight in protection interventions for vulnerable refugees.
Participation in protection co-ordination meetings
Facilitate establishment of community-based protection mechanism and support for the vulnerable persons with specific needs
Assist in sensitizing the refugee community on COVID-19 risk mitigation and preventive measures.
Ensure ongoing case management and documentation of protection violations
Produce accurate, detailed and timely reports highlighting objectives, achievements and impact on project activities.
Ensure weekly, monthly and quarterly reports are analyzed, compiled and submitted to the Legal Protection Manager for sharing.
Update protection cases in the Case Management System (CMS)
Performing other duties as and when required

QUALIFICATIONS & REQUIREMENTS:
Education

Bachelor’s degree in Social Work, Gender Studies, Community Development Studies and/or other related fields of study

Experience and Skills

Minimum of 1-2 years’ previous job experience related to refugee protection.
Demonstrated experience working directly with refugees who are PSNs
MUST have a demonstrated understanding of key principles of community engagement
Good knowledge of human rights doctrine
Training and capacity building experience, particularly using participatory techniques for training related to refugee protection.
Computer literacy is a must, with strong knowledge of Access, Excel and Word
Ability to work in a team, maintain confidentiality and respect for diversity, uphold integrity, respect and accountability
Self-starter with an ability to work with minimal supervision in a culturally diverse team
Excellent Analytical, Communication and Report writing skills
Strong interpersonal skills and demonstrated ability to establish effective working relations with local staff, beneficiaries and other stakeholders
Ability to maintain one’s composure while under pressure
Knowledge of Accountability to affected Population
Knowledge in PSEA

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