Danish Refugee Council, one of the world’s leading humanitarian NGOs, is currently looking for a highly qualified Protection Officer – Monitoring for our operations in Hudet Filed Office.

Overall purpose of the role

Under the supervision of the emergency program manager, the Protection Officer will implement protection monitoring activities delivered by DRC at the Hudet IDP site. Specifically, he/she will conduct focus group discussions (FGDs), key informant interviews, and observations at the relevant sites to support the analysis of protection gaps and trends. He/she will provide information about available services, follow up referrals, and deliver individual protection assistance to persons with specific needs affected by the crisis. The officer will work hand in hand with the entire DRC protection team in the area. Additionally, the officer will prepare a monthly protection analysis report and submit it to the Co-Protection coordinator at the end of each month.

Your main duties and responsibilities will be:

• Conduct regular FGD, KII and observations to identify key protection issues in the area.
• Produce at least one protection monitoring report and submit it to Co-protection manager
• Plan, implement and monitor day-to-day protection activities as part of DRC’s program locations.
• Offer referrals to vulnerable individuals and ensure follow-up of the cases referred.
• Provide individualized protection assistance to people with specific needs in line with DRC IPA guidelines.
• Monitor the impact of the referrals and IPA on the beneficiaries.
• Facilitate awareness raising campaigns on different thematic areas as per the team workplan and using the messages provided.
• Participate in protection needs and vulnerability assessments based on needs.
• Work hands-in-hand with the other protection officers and assistants to ensure the good implementation of the projects.
• Monitor protection trends and needs in DRC’s areas of intervention and recommend activities and responses.
• Regularly monitor the project’s protection activities and provide feedback for ensuring activities are responsive, and contextually and culturally appropriate.
• Assisting in developing and conducting assessments, mid-term and end of project reports and evaluations.
• Ensure DRC’s accountability commitments are mainstreamed into all protection activities.
• Support the Protection manager in the development of daily, weekly, and monthly reports.
• Ensure proper documentation of the activities conducted including means of verification, assessments, and monitoring.
• Take on any other tasks required by her/his supervisor in the limit on his/her expertise and skills

Experience and technical competencies:

• Minimum of 2 years of experience in protection, preferably with an international humanitarian organization.
• Demonstrated organizational skills and ability to work in complex and difficult circumstances.
• Experience in case management, referral related activities and awareness is desirable.
• Field experience in emergency context is highly desirable
• High level of personal initiative, analytical skills and pro-active problem solving.
• Demonstrated people’s management skills. Strong interpersonal skills and ability to develop and maintain working relationships across the organization.
• Be a team player.
• Cultural sensitivity, and commitment and understanding of the values of DRC. Good communication skills.
• Commitment to learning and implementing organizational policies and procedures.
• Proven ability to prioritize tasks and meet deadlines.
• Good proficiency in Microsoft Office package is a must.
• A sensitive approach to external representation.

EDUCATION: (include certificates, licenses, etc.)

• Minimum of 2 years of experience in protection, preferably with an international humanitarian organization.
• Bachelor's degree in social studies and other relevant fields in well-recognized college or university.
• Demonstrated organizational skills and ability to work in complex and difficult circumstances.
• High level of personal initiative, analytical skills and pro-active problem solving.

LANGUAGE: (indicate Fluency level)

• Proficient of English language
• Proficiency in Afaan Oromo and Somali.

In this position, you are expected to demonstrate DRC’ 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.

Demonstrating integrity: You uphold and promote the highest standards of ethical and professional conduct in relation to our values and Code of Conduct, including safeguarding against sexual exploitation, abuse and harassment.

We offer

Contract length: 7 Months

Contract Type: National Contract

Band: H2 – Non-Management

Designation of Duty Station: Hudet, Somali.

Start date: ASAP

Salary and conditions will be in accordance with Danish Refugee Council’s Terms of Employment for National employees

Application process

All applicants must upload a cover letter and an updated CV (no longer than four pages) in English. Applications sent by email will not be considered.

Closing date for applications: Dec 16, 2025

For further information about the Danish Refugee Council, please consult our website drc.ngo.

Gender Equality: DRC is committed to achieving gender parity in staffing at all levels. In light of this, women candidates are particularly encouraged to apply to bridge the gendergap.
Equal Opportunities: DRC is an equal opportunity employer. We value diversity and we are committed to creating an inclusive environment based on mutual respect for all employees. We do not discriminate on the basis of age, sex, disability status, religion, ethnic origin, colour, race, marital status, or other protected characteristics

We strongly encourage female candidates to apply for the position!

We encourage only qualified Ethiopian Nations to apply. DRC considers all applicants based on merit.