Overview

The Protection Team Leader is responsible for the high-quality implementation of ongoing protection activities and direct line management of Protection Field Assistants in Daraa.

Tasks Summary

• Ensure high quality and timely implementation of protection activities within projects.
• Support recruitment of protection field staff and line manage Protection Field Assistants.
• Prepare, implement, and report regularly on project work plans.
• Maintain financial oversight of protection budget lines.
• Maintain records of protection activities in line with DRC SOPs.
• Support the implementation of the M&E plan.
• Liaise with relevant authorities, stakeholders, and community groups.
• Provide regular timely internal reports.
• Provide inputs and data for new proposal development.
• Carry out duties in accordance with DRC Code of Conduct and SOPs.

Experience Requirements

• Relevant professional experience of no less than 3 years.
• Experience of work in the UN or NGO or voluntary sector is essential.
• Familiarity/prior experience with DRC and its persons of concern would be a distinct advantage.
• Experience managing a team with proven leadership qualities.
• Familiarity with international protection and human rights legal standards, child protection and psychosocial support programming.
• Excellent writing and reporting skills, strong analytical skills.
• Excellent organizational and planning skills.
• Excellent interpersonal skills and respect for people from diverse communities.
• Excellent knowledge and understanding of local communities and customary rules, demonstrated experience of successful community engagement.
• Ability to work with minimal supervision and as part of a team.
• Ethical and transparent decision-making, full respect for confidentiality.

Qualification Requirements

• University degree in social sciences, psychology or other relevant field.
• Advanced university degree would be an asset.

Other Details

Languages Required: • Fluent spoken and written Arabic

Languages Preferred: • Excellent spoken and written English

Contract Duration: 30 June 2026

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