Le Conseil Danois pour les Réfugiés recrute un spécialiste de la protection juridique, Ethiopie/Djibouti

Title : Legal Protection Specialist

Location :  May Tsebri- Tigray Region

Reports to : Program Manager

Grade-G2

Start of Contract & Duration : One Year

Introduction :

The Danish Refugee Council (DRC), an international non-governmental organization (NGO), has been providing relief and development services in the Horn of Africa since 1997. DRC promotes and supports solutions to the problems faced by refugees, internally displaced people (IDPs), and migrants. The organization has offices across the region, and has been operational in Ethiopia since 2009.  With funding from bilateral and multilateral donors, DRC is currently implementing a range of activities across Ethiopia and Djibouti, including WASH and shelter provision, child and youth protection, gender based violence response, awareness-raising of migration risks, protection monitoring of migration routes, and livelihoods support for returning migrants or those at-risk of migration.

Overall purpose of the job :

The Danish Refugee Council (DRC), under SWISS budget planning to implement a 12-month project to improve access to justice and rule of law and promotion of peaceful co-existence through community-based conflict resolution between refugees and host communities in shire. DRC, therefore, is seeking a highly qualified, enthusiastic and action-oriented individual for the position of Legal Protection Specialist to lead in the design, implementation and monitoring of the action’s legal components.  Furthermore, DRC will collaborate with Mekelle University to extend the provision of legal aid services to both refugees and host community members. Applicants are expected to have a demonstrated legal background combined with experience in project cycle management, representation with community and governmental representatives and the ability to engage in research related to law and legal frameworks. DRC highly encourages female applicants.

Duties and responsibilities :

Technical Responsibilities :

• The Specialist will lead in undertaking regular reviews of relevant laws and policies and producing briefings on legal and policy changes as they relate to the action ;
• Lead collaboration with Mekelle University’s legal aid clinic to provide services to refugee and host communities in targeted areas by supporting the placement of qualified volunteers in mobile or satellite legal aid clinics ;
• Ensure compliance by the legal Officers with DRC’s legal aid approaches and principles, and implementation of legal aid case management and M&E tools ;
• Train local authorities and selected refugee and host community groups to provide information on and make referrals to legal aid services ;
• Contribute to enhancing customary dispute resolution techniques for and between refugee and host communities, including conflict management, mediation, negotiation and reconciliation ;
• Ensure all components of the action adhere to protection standards and principles as well DRC guidelines and accountability standards.

Management, Coordination and Representation  :

• Provide technical supervision and support to legal protection staff ;
• Ensure rigorous project cycle management principles are applied and oversee the daily management of the implementation of legal components of the action. This entails ensuring detailed work, financial and procurement plans are in place and followed ;
• Work closely with the action’s MEAL team to monitor project achievements. When activities are identified as behind schedule or are facing technical or logistical challenges, work with the project team to identify and implement corrective actions ;
• Organize and facilitate regular reviews of achievements and spending for the action and lead all project reporting related to legal activities ;
• Act as the action’s primary focal point with Mekelle University, researchers and other relevant stakeholders.

Under the supervision of the Addis Ababa-based Legal Protection Coordinator, develop relationships with a range of key stakeholders including local government, informal and formal justice systems and local associations.

All DRC roles require the post-holder to master DRC’s 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 act in line with our vision and values.

Experience and Technical Competencies :

• Masters or Bachelor degree in law ;
• 4 to 5 years of work experience within the field of law ;
• Experience working with an international NGO or UN agency preferred, but not required ;
• Technical understanding of protection concepts, prevention and response strategies ;
• Proven record of designing and facilitating trainings and workshops on legal topics ;
• Hands-on experience working with communities and governmental authorities ;
• Proven record of designing and facilitating trainings and workshops on protection-related topics ;
• Strong planning, organizational and problem-solving skills with the ability to work both independently and within a team ;
• Integrity, strong work ethic, and ability to consistently meet deadlines under pressure ;
• Strong interpersonal skills and commitment to learning and implementing organizational policies and procedures ;
• Full proficiency in Microsoft Office, including Word and Excel.

To apply :

Interested candidates who meet the required qualifications and experience are invited to submit updated CV and cover letter explaining their motivation and why they are suited for the post.

We only accept applications sent via our online-application form on www.drc.ngo under Vacancies.

Please note that we receive applications up to June 14, 2020.

For general information about the Danish Refugee Council, please consult http://www.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 gender gap.

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