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Das International Rescue Committee (IRC) leistet Hilfe bei den schlimmsten humanitären Krisen weltweit und steht von Krieg und Krisen betroffenen Menschen zur Seite, um ihre Gesundheit, Schutz & Sicherheit, Bildung, ihre wirtschaftliche Situation und ihre Selbstbestimmung zu sichern und zu fördern. IRC wurde 1933 auf Initiative von Albert Einstein gegründet und ist eine der weltweit größten internationalen humanitären Nichtregierungsorganisationen (INGO). IRC ist in mehr als 40 Ländern und 29 US-Städten tätig und unterstützt Menschen dabei, zu überleben, die Kontrolle über ihre Zukunft zurückzugewinnen und ihre Communities zu stärken. Im Dienst der Menschlichkeit leisten IRC-Mitarbeitende einen nachhaltigen Beitrag, indem sie Millionen von Menschen Sicherheit, Würde und Hoffnung zurückgeben. Wenn Sie ein*e lösungsorientierte*r, leidenschaftliche*r Wegbereiter*in für Veränderung sind, kommen Sie zu uns, um das Leben von Millionen von Menschen weltweit positiv zu beeinflussen und gemeinsam eine bessere Zukunft zu gestalten. Job Purpose The Protection Community Mobiliser based in Menchum supports the implementation of protection activities at the community level. The position focuses on raising awareness, identifying protection risks, strengthening community-based protection mechanisms, facilitating referrals, and promoting safe access to services for vulnerable populations, including women, children, persons with disabilities, older persons, and survivors of violence. Key Responsibilities 1. Community Engagement and Mobilization • Conduct regular community outreach and awareness-raising activities on protection issues. • Mobilize community members to participate in protection-related activities and meetings. • Support the establishment and strengthening of community-based protection structures. • Facilitate community dialogues and discussions on protection concerns and solutions. 2. Identification and Referral of Vulnerable Individuals • Identify individuals and households with specific protection needs. • Conduct safe and ethical referrals to appropriate service providers. • Follow established referral pathways and confidentiality protocols. • Support timely access to protection, health, psychosocial, legal, and livelihood services. 3. Protection Monitoring • Collect information on protection risks, incidents, trends, and community concerns. • Report protection concerns to supervisors in a timely manner. • Participate in protection assessments and monitoring exercises. • Contribute to the documentation of protection cases and activities. 4. Awareness Raising and Capacity Building • Conduct sensitization sessions on: • Child Protection • Gender-Based Violence (GBV) • Human Rights • Mental Health and Psychosocial Support (MHPSS) • Positive Parenting • Prevention of Sexual Exploitation and Abuse (PSEA) • Documentation • Support training of community leaders and volunteers on protection principles. 5. Community-Based Protection • Strengthening community participation in identifying and addressing protection risks. • Support the development of community action plans. • Promote inclusion of women, youth, persons with disabilities, and marginalized groups in community structures. • Facilitate community feedback and accountability mechanisms. 6. Reporting and Documentation • Maintain accurate records of activities conducted. • Prepare weekly and monthly activity reports. • Ensure proper documentation of referrals and community meetings. • Assist in data collection and reporting using IRC tools and systems. Required Qualifications Education • Minimum of GCE A levels • Diploma or certification in Social Work, Community Development, Human Rights  is an added advantage Experience • At least 1-3 years of experience in humanitarian, protection, community development, or social work programs. • Experience working with displaced populations, refugees, returnees, or vulnerable communities is an asset. • Experience in community mobilization and awareness-raising activities. Technical Skills • Knowledge of humanitarian protection principles. • Understanding of referral pathways and case management principles. • Ability to work with diverse community groups. • Basic report writing and data collection skills. • Knowledge of safeguarding and PSEA standards. Languages • Fluency in English. • Knowledge of local languages spoken in the intervention area is highly desirable. • Bilingual (English/French) candidates have an advantage. Core Competencies • Integrity and accountability • Respect for diversity and inclusion • Effective communication • Teamwork and collaboration • Community engagement skills • Problem-solving and adaptability • Confidentiality and ethical conduct Working Environment The position requires frequent travel to communities, conducting field visits in challenging environments, and close collaboration with community leaders, local authorities, and humanitarian partners while adhering to the IRC Way, IRC safeguarding, protection, and security protocols. IRC Core Values • Integrity • Service • Accountability • Equality This position contributes to IRC's mission of helping people affected by conflict and crisis survive, recover, and regain control of their future. The deadline for submitting applications is August 17, 2026. IRC und IRC-Mitarbeitende sind verpflichtet, sich an die Werte und Prinzipien der IRC Way-Standards zu halten. 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