Job Title: Protection Officer
Location: Afar, Semera
Job Type: Full-time
Organization: Empowerment for Development (ED)
Overview:
Empowerment for Development (ED) is a national NGO committed to promote and improve the lives of vulnerable communities including women, children, IDPs and migrants through its multiple thematic areas such as Livelihoods and Economic Empowerment, Humanitarian Emergency and Climate Change, Education and Youth Development, Community Health and Protection of Vulnerable Populations, Peacebuilding and Social Cohesion. ED envisions a future where women, children, and marginalized communities, including Internally Displaced Persons (IDPs), migrants and refugees have equitable access to essential services and opportunities for empowerment.
We are seeking a dedicated and experienced individual to join our team as a Protection Officer. The ideal candidate will be responsible for implementing and monitoring protection programs, ensuring the safety and well-being of beneficiaries in line with the organization's mission and humanitarian standards.
Roles & Responsibilities:
Implement comprehensive protection programs, including case management, psychosocial support, and community awareness initiatives.
Conduct regular field assessments to identify protection risks and vulnerabilities within the target communities.
Develop and deliver training sessions on protection principles and referral pathways for staff and communities.
Ensure that all program activities adhere to international and national protection standards and guidelines.
Maintain accurate and confidential records of all protection activities and case management files.
Collaborate with other sectoral teams (Health, Nutrition, MEAL) to integrate protection across all ED programs.
Prepare timely and quality reports on protection activities and findings.
