Contract Length: 6 months, with possible extension Salary: £24,737 per annum, plus £150 per month (hardship allowance) Location: Goma, DRC
HelpAge International helps older people claim their rights, challenge discrimination and overcome poverty, so that they can lead dignified, secure, active and healthy lives. Our work in over 75 countries is strengthened through our global network of like-minded organisations - the only one of its kind in the world.
The Protection Officer will be responsible for HelpAge International’s protection programming and will advocate for older people’s protection needs by establishing relations with key local, international and government partners and influencing their practice through dialogue and training.
The ideal candidate will have substantial experience developing and managing protection programmes at field level in humanitarian crises, including chronic complex emergencies. You must have a clear understanding of the issues facing implementation of humanitarian projects, as well as experience of proposal development and project cycle management. Through your advocacy skills, you will be able to change and influence policy makers at senior level, and will have demonstrable experience of working with national and local government and UN agencies. Fluency in English and French and excellent communication skills are essential for this role
Start date: ASAP
For a full job description and instructions on how to apply, please click on the following link: http://www.helpage.org/protectionofficerDRC
HelpAge International is an equal opportunities employer.
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