Community Based Protection Officer
2025-04-02T11:33:37+00:00
Alight
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FULL_TIME
Rwamwanja
Rwamwanja
00256
Uganda
Business Management and Administration
Admin & Office
2025-04-10T17:00:00+00:00
Uganda
8
About the Position
Under the supervision of the Protection Manager, this role involves contributing to concept paper and proposal development, leading planning for Community-Based Protection programs, and ensuring adherence to standards. Key tasks include coordinating CRI distributions, profiling Persons with Specific Needs (PSN), and conducting needs assessments. The position also maps community-based structures, provides capacity-building training, and ensures complaint mechanisms are functional, documenting trends and taking corrective actions as needed drawing from synergy with the larger community protection components.
Key Duties & Responsibilities
Project development, implementation and reporting:
Under the supervision of the Protection Manager, contribute to drafting concept papers and proposal development.
Lead the process of yearly/ quarterly and monthly plans for Community Based Protection programs
Make sure that all community services projects adhere to the standards and or principles of the respective thematic areas as well as ALIGHT guidelines and accountability standards.
CRI:
Lead the process of CRI distribution for POCs from Alight side- coordination, pre awareness raising and post monitoring, litigation desk etc. as per standards
Support to PSN:
1. Lead from Alight the process of PSN profiling and ongoing risks analysis in order to design adequate responses.
2. Ensure PSN support is planned and provided as per needs assessment and profiling
Strengthening of community structures:
Responsible for mapping of community based structures in the settlement
Conducting needs assessment and providing, tracking and monitoring of support provided to 1. Community self-management structures 2. Community groups – as per agreed programs of UNHCR and BPRM
Strengthening of community:
Ensure capacity building plan and training materials are prepared for the community members training.
Designing and conducting quality trainings – with pre and post-tests, training reports and clearly documenting impact of trainings on persons trained
Community Complaint Mechanism
Responsible for functionality of all Complaint Response mechanism are fully functional (suggestion boxes, FRRM, Protection desks, Community structures)
Documentation of monthly trends on complaints received to gauge which methods is working well and or not and putting in corrective actions
Ensure Accountability to Affected Population Plan (e.g. FGDs etc) – how, what, when, where, who is developed – all data received should be documented as per each sub sector
Ensure a weekly monitoring of protection trend in the settlement and share reports with Team Leader.
Contribute in preparation of monthly and weekly activity and spending plans.
Contribute in drafting weekly, monthly, quarterly, annual and other reports.
Spontaneously draft and share flash reports on major protection incidents and risks.
Coordination and representation:
Develop relationships with a range of key stakeholders, Local Government and other stakeholders on the community services thematic areas at the field level in close liaison with the Team Leader.
Represent ALIGHT and participate actively in the local Community Services working groups and any other meeting as requested.
Close co-ordination in project implementation with partners (UN agencies and national/international NGOs), including referrals, community services gap analysis, advocacy.
Work closely with the other program components to maximize program output and impact.
Staff development and management:
Provide technical and programmatic leadership for the Community Based Protection Assistants, Incentive workers, and community based structures within the operational area.
Develop staff performance measurement and targets and appraise them based on the set targets.
Conduct daily field visits to support Community Based Protection Assistant - mentoring - through technical back stopping and to train duty bearers.
Uphold ’s code of conduct and principles on accountability.
Monitoring and Evaluation:
Contribute to the daily quality implementation, monitoring and evaluation of projects and interventions.
Identify, document and disseminate relevant project success, challenges and follow up on implementation of project’s action points
Assist in participatory needs/vulnerability and capacity assessments of affected communities
Participate in project evaluations and assist in the analysis of results.
Additional tasks:
On request perform any other additional duties assigned by the supervisors in order to allow the organization to function optimally.
Adhere to ALIGHT’s code of conduct.
Requirements
A university degree in Social Sciences, Development Studies, Adult and Community Education, Social Work and Social Administration, Community Psychology or any related field.
At least 3 years’ experience in Community Services or community development interventions.
Familiarity with effective community mobilization techniques and social change approaches, such as Raising Voices SASA!, strongly preferred.
Experience in participatory methods for community education and mobilization.
Diplomacy and assertiveness; the ability to confront and discuss sensitive issues with respect.
Must be fluent in written and spoken English.
Must have a valid riding permit .
Behavioral competences:
Strong analytical, written and verbal skills
High level of integrity, accountability and personal ethic
Good interpersonal skills; ability and inclination to work in/with teams
High level of self-drive, discipline and desire to achieve
A go getter requiring minimal supervision to work towards results
Willingness to travel and stay for extended periods in remote refugee sites to support work.
Key Duties & Responsibilities Project development, implementation and reporting: Under the supervision of the Protection Manager, contribute to drafting concept papers and proposal development. Lead the process of yearly/ quarterly and monthly plans for Community Based Protection programs Make sure that all community services projects adhere to the standards and or principles of the respective thematic areas as well as ALIGHT guidelines and accountability standards. CRI: Lead the process of CRI distribution for POCs from Alight side- coordination, pre awareness raising and post monitoring, litigation desk etc. as per standards Support to PSN: 1. Lead from Alight the process of PSN profiling and ongoing risks analysis in order to design adequate responses. 2. Ensure PSN support is planned and provided as per needs assessment and profiling Strengthening of community structures: Responsible for mapping of community based structures in the settlement Conducting needs assessment and providing, tracking and monitoring of support provided to 1. Community self-management structures 2. Community groups – as per agreed programs of UNHCR and BPRM Strengthening of community: Ensure capacity building plan and training materials are prepared for the community members training. Designing and conducting quality trainings – with pre and post-tests, training reports and clearly documenting impact of trainings on persons trained Community Complaint Mechanism Responsible for functionality of all Complaint Response mechanism are fully functional (suggestion boxes, FRRM, Protection desks, Community structures) Documentation of monthly trends on complaints received to gauge which methods is working well and or not and putting in corrective actions Ensure Accountability to Affected Population Plan (e.g. FGDs etc) – how, what, when, where, who is developed – all data received should be documented as per each sub sector Ensure a weekly monitoring of protection trend in the settlement and share reports with Team Leader. Contribute in preparation of monthly and weekly activity and spending plans. Contribute in drafting weekly, monthly, quarterly, annual and other reports. Spontaneously draft and share flash reports on major protection incidents and risks. Coordination and representation: Develop relationships with a range of key stakeholders, Local Government and other stakeholders on the community services thematic areas at the field level in close liaison with the Team Leader. Represent ALIGHT and participate actively in the local Community Services working groups and any other meeting as requested. Close co-ordination in project implementation with partners (UN agencies and national/international NGOs), including referrals, community services gap analysis, advocacy. Work closely with the other program components to maximize program output and impact. Staff development and management: Provide technical and programmatic leadership for the Community Based Protection Assistants, Incentive workers, and community based structures within the operational area. Develop staff performance measurement and targets and appraise them based on the set targets. Conduct daily field visits to support Community Based Protection Assistant - mentoring - through technical back stopping and to train duty bearers. Uphold ’s code of conduct and principles on accountability. Monitoring and Evaluation: Contribute to the daily quality implementation, monitoring and evaluation of projects and interventions. Identify, document and disseminate relevant project success, challenges and follow up on implementation of project’s action points Assist in participatory needs/vulnerability and capacity assessments of affected communities Participate in project evaluations and assist in the analysis of results. Additional tasks: On request perform any other additional duties assigned by the supervisors in order to allow the organization to function optimally. Adhere to ALIGHT’s code of conduct.
Strong analytical, written and verbal skills High level of integrity, accountability and personal ethic Good interpersonal skills; ability and inclination to work in/with teams High level of self-drive, discipline and desire to achieve A go getter requiring minimal supervision to work towards results Willingness to travel and stay for extended periods in remote refugee sites to support work.
A university degree in Social Sciences, Development Studies, Adult and Community Education, Social Work and Social Administration, Community Psychology or any related field. At least 3 years’ experience in Community Services or community development interventions. Familiarity with effective community mobilization techniques and social change approaches, such as Raising Voices SASA!, strongly preferred. Experience in participatory methods for community education and mobilization. Diplomacy and assertiveness; the ability to confront and discuss sensitive issues with respect. Must be fluent in written and spoken English. Must have a valid riding permit .
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Vacancy title:
Community Based Protection Officer
[Type: FULL_TIME, Industry: Business Management and Administration, Category: Admin & Office]
Jobs at:
Alight
Deadline of this Job:
Thursday, April 10 2025
Duty Station:
Rwamwanja | Rwamwanja | Uganda
Summary
Date Posted: Wednesday, April 2 2025, Base Salary: Not Disclosed
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About the Position
Under the supervision of the Protection Manager, this role involves contributing to concept paper and proposal development, leading planning for Community-Based Protection programs, and ensuring adherence to standards. Key tasks include coordinating CRI distributions, profiling Persons with Specific Needs (PSN), and conducting needs assessments. The position also maps community-based structures, provides capacity-building training, and ensures complaint mechanisms are functional, documenting trends and taking corrective actions as needed drawing from synergy with the larger community protection components.
Key Duties & Responsibilities
Project development, implementation and reporting:
Under the supervision of the Protection Manager, contribute to drafting concept papers and proposal development.
Lead the process of yearly/ quarterly and monthly plans for Community Based Protection programs
Make sure that all community services projects adhere to the standards and or principles of the respective thematic areas as well as ALIGHT guidelines and accountability standards.
CRI:
Lead the process of CRI distribution for POCs from Alight side- coordination, pre awareness raising and post monitoring, litigation desk etc. as per standards
Support to PSN:
1. Lead from Alight the process of PSN profiling and ongoing risks analysis in order to design adequate responses.
2. Ensure PSN support is planned and provided as per needs assessment and profiling
Strengthening of community structures:
Responsible for mapping of community based structures in the settlement
Conducting needs assessment and providing, tracking and monitoring of support provided to 1. Community self-management structures 2. Community groups – as per agreed programs of UNHCR and BPRM
Strengthening of community:
Ensure capacity building plan and training materials are prepared for the community members training.
Designing and conducting quality trainings – with pre and post-tests, training reports and clearly documenting impact of trainings on persons trained
Community Complaint Mechanism
Responsible for functionality of all Complaint Response mechanism are fully functional (suggestion boxes, FRRM, Protection desks, Community structures)
Documentation of monthly trends on complaints received to gauge which methods is working well and or not and putting in corrective actions
Ensure Accountability to Affected Population Plan (e.g. FGDs etc) – how, what, when, where, who is developed – all data received should be documented as per each sub sector
Ensure a weekly monitoring of protection trend in the settlement and share reports with Team Leader.
Contribute in preparation of monthly and weekly activity and spending plans.
Contribute in drafting weekly, monthly, quarterly, annual and other reports.
Spontaneously draft and share flash reports on major protection incidents and risks.
Coordination and representation:
Develop relationships with a range of key stakeholders, Local Government and other stakeholders on the community services thematic areas at the field level in close liaison with the Team Leader.
Represent ALIGHT and participate actively in the local Community Services working groups and any other meeting as requested.
Close co-ordination in project implementation with partners (UN agencies and national/international NGOs), including referrals, community services gap analysis, advocacy.
Work closely with the other program components to maximize program output and impact.
Staff development and management:
Provide technical and programmatic leadership for the Community Based Protection Assistants, Incentive workers, and community based structures within the operational area.
Develop staff performance measurement and targets and appraise them based on the set targets.
Conduct daily field visits to support Community Based Protection Assistant - mentoring - through technical back stopping and to train duty bearers.
Uphold ’s code of conduct and principles on accountability.
Monitoring and Evaluation:
Contribute to the daily quality implementation, monitoring and evaluation of projects and interventions.
Identify, document and disseminate relevant project success, challenges and follow up on implementation of project’s action points
Assist in participatory needs/vulnerability and capacity assessments of affected communities
Participate in project evaluations and assist in the analysis of results.
Additional tasks:
On request perform any other additional duties assigned by the supervisors in order to allow the organization to function optimally.
Adhere to ALIGHT’s code of conduct.
Requirements
A university degree in Social Sciences, Development Studies, Adult and Community Education, Social Work and Social Administration, Community Psychology or any related field.
At least 3 years’ experience in Community Services or community development interventions.
Familiarity with effective community mobilization techniques and social change approaches, such as Raising Voices SASA!, strongly preferred.
Experience in participatory methods for community education and mobilization.
Diplomacy and assertiveness; the ability to confront and discuss sensitive issues with respect.
Must be fluent in written and spoken English.
Must have a valid riding permit .
Behavioral competences:
Strong analytical, written and verbal skills
High level of integrity, accountability and personal ethic
Good interpersonal skills; ability and inclination to work in/with teams
High level of self-drive, discipline and desire to achieve
A go getter requiring minimal supervision to work towards results
Willingness to travel and stay for extended periods in remote refugee sites to support work.
Work Hours: 8
Experience in Months: 36
Level of Education: bachelor degree
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