Nonviolent Peaceforce (NP) is a dynamic, international non-governmental organization. We work to reduce violence and protect civilians in countries affected by violent conflict and its aftermath.
NP is in seeking highly motivated and skilled National Protection Officers to implement civilian protection and violence-prevention programming for those affected by conflict in Iraq.
The post is based in Qayyarah, Jeddah 5 Camp, in South Mosul, Nineveh Governorate, with frequent travel to other field locations.
KEY OBJECTIVES/RESPONSIBILITIES:
A. Commitment to NP Principles
· Know and understand the NP mandate, principles and values and actively commit to upholding and advocating for them both inside and outside of working hours.
· Serve as a community role model for peaceful co-existence and nonviolence and always maintain a positive image of the organisation in the community.
· Be available for emergencies in the office or field.
B. Project Implementation / Programming
· Information gathering and contextual analysis
Assist with information gathering and verification, and context analysis.
Proactively engage with all stakeholders in conflict (local community leaders, government authorities, police, army, non-state armed groups, and NGOs) to identify on-going and potential issues in the community that may trigger violence.
Maintain confidentiality of information gathered.
· Community engagement
Lead participatory meetings to support communities to apply NP principles and civilian protection mechanisms to improve their own security and safety.
Conduct check-in calls and follow-up visits with community protection actors to assess their security situation and offer support in case of challenges with the implementation of protection mechanisms and security concerns.
· Training
Assist with the development of new programming concepts and training modules.
Co-facilitate trainings and workshops.
· Translation
Assist with written translation of training materials.
Provide oral translation during workshops and meetings.
· Protective presence, accompaniment, and other interventions
Assist in designing strategic interventions meant to mitigate conflict and protect civilians.
Manage cases of individuals who are vulnerable or under threat, including working with other service providers and managing a follow-up process.
C. Administration & Operations·
Reporting
Report all work activities according to the set procedures and standards of the Team Leader.
Participate in team meetings, debriefs and strategy sessions, implementing recommendations arising from lessons learnt.
· Security
Contribute to security assessments and contribute to the maintenance of security for the NP office and equipment.
Ensure all project work is consistent with agreed safety and security policies and procedures.
· Logistics/Finance
Assist with procurement of supplies or other logistical matters when delegated by the Team Leader.
Handle operational funds in compliance with financial procedures; account for team cash managed by finance focal person.
D. Other
QUALIFICATIONS AND COMPETENCIES:
· Strong commitment to the safety and security of civilians.
· Good knowledge and understanding of the conflict context in Iraq, and in the area of duty.
· Strong ability to proactively engage and build relationships between NP and armed actors, IDPs, government officials, national and international INGOs, service providers, etc.
· Experience working with a civil society organization, NGOs, government, or similar experience is required
· Written and spoken English is an added advantage.
· A university degree or diploma is an added advantage
2. Skills
Independent Judgment/Analytical:
· Ability to manage information with discretion
· Ability to set priorities, solve problems. and analyse data
Interpersonal:
· Ability to work in a multi-cultural environment
· Proven ability to build relationships
· Genuine commitment and interest in living and working at the community level
· Flexibility, reliability, and stress resilience
Languages:
· Ability to interact confidently with and present information effectively to colleagues and external contacts in verbal and written English
· Proficiency in local languages required
Information Technology:
· Proficiency with the Microsoft Office suite desirable
3. Other Specialised Requirements
· Willingness and ability to conduct field visits, including overnighting in the communities. This position is physically demanding.
· This position is open to nationals of Iraq only.
· Candidates from South-Mosul City are highly desired.
This vacancy is archived.