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Organization: Danish Refugee Council (DRC)
Country: Kenya
City: Nairobi
Office: Danish Refugee Council Kenya Programme
Overall purpose of the role Under the direct supervision of the Technical Sector Manager & Regional Protection Coordinator for East Africa & Great Lakes Regional Office, the Protection Intern will be supporting DRC’s protection programme actions across all ten countries within the DRC EAGL region (Burundi, Sudan, Djibouti, DRC, Ethiopia, Kenya, Somalia, South Sudan, Tanzania, Uganda) with a strong focus on Gender-based Violence (GBV) and Age, Gender, Diversity and Inclusion (AGDI). The incumbent will further be expected to complete tasks in the area of Data Protection under the technical supervision of the Technical Sector Manager & Regional Protection Coordinator.
The position will be supporting the coordination of protection activities across the region, ensure timely and appropriate information sharing, conducting research and drafting of documents, keep track of ongoing tasks and support requests and other tasks as directed by the Technical Sector Manager & Regional Protection Coordinator. A large focus of the portfolio will be supporting DRC in mainstreaming AGD within all our three programming platforms; emergency, solutions and root causes.
Key responsibilities
The Protection Intern with the focus outlined above will:
Support in assessing capacity building needs in the areas of Child Protection and GBV programming;
Conduct research and support in the development of new approaches in the areas of Child Protection and GBV programming;
Contribute to reporting and proposal development across the countries in the region to ensure minimum standards are applied and adhered to and that AGDI considerations are reflected;
Support Country Offices to conduct detailed age, gender and diversity analysis to guide DRC’s operations, institutional culture and programming within its platforms and corresponding sectors
Follow up with Country Offices on the implementation of Regional Age, Gender and Diversity Strategy and country-specific action plans
Support in the development and implementation of assessments to determine learning and capacity gaps and design training and capacity building tools for staff on age, gender and diversity
Support with the development and roll-out of DRC training material on AGDM and roll out within EAGL RO.
About you In this position, you are expected to demonstrate DRC’s 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. c62F6mw CWdGUx
Demonstrating integrity: You act in line with our vision and values.
Qualifications and Experience
Masters’ degree in relevant social sciences (eg. law, social work, psychology, political science, international relations);
Excellent research and writing skills;
Proven track record in coordination, organizing trainings and events, and following up on tasks;
Ability to work under pressure and with multi-disciplinary and multi-cultural teams;
Excellent inter-personal and negotiation skills;
Strong affinity with humanitarian protection principles;
Experience in working in fragile and conflict contexts in an asset;
Experience working with populations under stress is an asset;
Experience in East Africa Region & Great Lakes region will be seen as an advantage
Demonstrated cultural sensitivity and adaptability
Languages
Fluent in written and spoken English;
Good command of French language is an added value
Conditions
Contract: 6 months contract . Salary and other conditions are offered in accordance with DRC’s Terms of Employment for Kenyan Interns.
Availability: 1st March 2022
Duty station: This position is based in Nairobi – Kenya
Reporting Line: Technical Sector Manager & Regional Protection Coordinator
Providing equal opportunities We are committed to creating an inclusive and positive work environment based on mutual respect for all employees. All applicants are considered for employment without attention to race, age, ability, ethnicity, nationality, religion, gender identity, sexual orientation, marital status, or any other factor. At DRC we celebrate diversity and appreciate our employees for the people they are and their unique skills, backgrounds, and perspectives. We encourage all interested candidates to apply.
Promoting high standards : DRC’s capacity to ensure the protection of and assistance to refugees, IDP’s and other persons of concern depends on the ability of our staff to uphold and promote the highest standards of ethical and professional conduct in relation DRC’s values and Code of Conduct, including safeguarding against sexual exploitation, abuse and harassment. DRC conducts thorough and comprehensive background checks as part of the recruitment process
Application and CV Only motivated applications that address the stipulated duties and meet the required qualifications, sent together with a CV, will be considered.
DRC only accepts applications sent via our online-application form on www.drc.ngo under Vacancies.
Please submit your application and CV in English no later than 21st February 2022
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