Core Functions / Responsibilities:
· Provide general/clerical assistance in the implementation of project activities – specifically, protection case management and protection monitoring.
· Retrieve, compile, summarize, and present information/data on specific protection interventions within KOBO and other reports.
· Assist in the SPA in implementation of activities and reporting requirements
· Support administrative coordination for project implementation, involving liaison with diverse organizational units or external parties to initiate requests, obtain necessary clearances, process, and follow-up on administrative actions related to protection screening, case management (including, CBI), and protection monitoring activities.
· Support collection of protection information regularly, through interviews, surveys, focus group discussions with affected populations.
· Support the organization of meetings, workshops and training sessions.
· Respond to general information requests and inquiries; set up and maintain files/records of the protection case and support referrals for clients.
· Assist the SPA in identifying service gaps and advocacy at the inter-agency level.
· Perform other related duties as assigned.
Required Qualifications and Experience
Education:
· Bachelor’s degree in political science, Social Science, International Relations, Development Studies, Human Rights, Law or related fields from an accredited academic institution with one (1) year of relevant professional experience
or
· High School Diploma with three (3) years of relevant professional experience
Experience:
· Experience in protection case management and Protection Monitoring particularly, working with returnees within the Afghan context.
· Experience conducting interviews with people at-risk and referring to services in accordance with their needs.
· Experience using KOBO for data entry.
· Experience in working with migrants, refugees, internally displaced people, victims of trafficking and other vulnerable groups.
· Experience in preparing the monthly report.
· Basic information on the migration issues within Afghanistan and the reasons why people migrate.
· Prior work experience with international humanitarian organizations, non-government or government institutions/organization in a multi-cultural setting is an advantage.
Skills:
· In-depth knowledge of humanitarian principles.
· Good Communication skills.
· Basic knowledge of what our client is doing in Afghanistan for migration and specifically for the undocumented Afghan returnees.
· Knowledge on child protection and Gender Based Violence (GBV)
· Knowledge of using data collection through KOBO
· Computer literacy (Microsoft Word and Excel) (required).
· Willing to collaborate with and support people from different ethnic groups and different religions (required).
Languages:
· For all Applicants, fluency in English is required (oral and written).
· Working knowledge of Pashto or Dari is required.
· Fluency in all national language(s) are highly advantages
Note: Temporary position for a period of four (4) months. Qualified female candidates are strongly encouraged to apply.
Required Competencies:
VALUES - All our staff members must abide by and demonstrate these five values:
· Inclusion and respect for diversity: Respects and promotes individual and cultural differences. Encourages diversity and inclusion.
· Integrity and transparency: Maintains high ethical standards and acts in a manner consistent with organizational principles/rules and standards of conduct.
· Professionalism: Demonstrates ability to work in a composed, competent and committed manner and exercises careful judgment in meeting day-to-day challenges.
· Courage: Demonstrates willingness to take a stand on issues of importance.
· Empathy: Shows compassion for others, makes people feel safe, respected and treated.
CORE COMPETENCIES - Behavioral indicators
· Teamwork: Develops and promotes effective collaboration between and across units to achieve shared goals and optimize results.
· Delivering results: Produces and delivers quality results in a service-oriented and timely manner. Is action oriented and committed to achieving agreed outcomes.
· Managing and sharing knowledge: Continuously seeks to learn, share knowledge and innovate.
· Accountability: Takes ownership for achieving the Organization’s priorities and assumes responsibility for own actions and delegated work.
· Communication: Encourages and contributes to clear and open communication. Explaining complex matters in an informative, inspiring and motivational way.