Position
Field
Protection Manager
Protection Manager
Grade
D2
Department
& Location
& Location
DRM/Mahama
Camp
Camp
Date
June
2016
2016
Reports
to (position):
to (position):
SGBV
and Child Protection Project Manager
and Child Protection Project Manager
Purpose:
How does this post support Plan’s strategy and mission?
How does this post support Plan’s strategy and mission?
Working
in 50 developing countries across Africa, Asia and the Americas, Plan
International aims to reach as many children as possible, particularly those
who are excluded or marginalized with high quality programs that deliver long
lasting benefits by increasing its income, working in partnership with others
and operating effectively.
in 50 developing countries across Africa, Asia and the Americas, Plan
International aims to reach as many children as possible, particularly those
who are excluded or marginalized with high quality programs that deliver long
lasting benefits by increasing its income, working in partnership with others
and operating effectively.
Plan
International is committed to responding to children affected by emergencies in
the countries of our operation.
International is committed to responding to children affected by emergencies in
the countries of our operation.
Dimensions
of Role:
of Role:
Plan
International Rwanda has been responding to the Burundi emergency since the
beginning of April 2015 as result of Political atrocities that saw about 70,000
Burundian fleeing to Rwanda. Currently they are hosted in Mahama Camp with
receptions centers in Nyanza and Gashora.
International Rwanda has been responding to the Burundi emergency since the
beginning of April 2015 as result of Political atrocities that saw about 70,000
Burundian fleeing to Rwanda. Currently they are hosted in Mahama Camp with
receptions centers in Nyanza and Gashora.
The
Field Protection Manager will lead and manage the Mahama Camp and
Nyanza/Gashora Emergency Response Team (ERT) and be the interface between the
Emergency Response Team and the Country Office. The Field Protection Manager is
responsible for the quality and effectiveness of Plan’s emergency response.
He/she is the leader of the Field Emergency Response Team, responsible and
accountable for developing, coordinating and managing all emergency activities
in Mahama Camp, Nyanza and Gashora reception centres . The Field Protection
Manager has overall responsibility for the security and well-being of field ERT
staff, plus management of programs and assets.
Field Protection Manager will lead and manage the Mahama Camp and
Nyanza/Gashora Emergency Response Team (ERT) and be the interface between the
Emergency Response Team and the Country Office. The Field Protection Manager is
responsible for the quality and effectiveness of Plan’s emergency response.
He/she is the leader of the Field Emergency Response Team, responsible and
accountable for developing, coordinating and managing all emergency activities
in Mahama Camp, Nyanza and Gashora reception centres . The Field Protection
Manager has overall responsibility for the security and well-being of field ERT
staff, plus management of programs and assets.
The
Field Protection Manager is expected to provide strategic leadership in the
Burundi emergency response with regards to CP and SGBV interventions and
strengthen the country office’s overall capacity to be prepared and respond to
emergencies in accordance with accepted principles and practices, as well as
strategically integrate emergency programming within the overall program
approach.
Field Protection Manager is expected to provide strategic leadership in the
Burundi emergency response with regards to CP and SGBV interventions and
strengthen the country office’s overall capacity to be prepared and respond to
emergencies in accordance with accepted principles and practices, as well as
strategically integrate emergency programming within the overall program
approach.
Key
area of responsibility
area of responsibility
- To
carry out rapid needs assessment, reporting and designing of response plan
in accordance to UNHCR and other donor requirements of existing systems. - To
liaise closely with UNHCR, UNICEF, ADRA, MIDIMAR, and other partners
through different clusters. - To
conduct child protection risks identification, analysis and mapping in
each camp and develop participatory mitigation actions. - To
support all operational (budget tracking, outputs/outcome tracking,
reporting tracking) and administrative (procurement and payments) duties
in relation with the response and co-ordination with other departments at
Country Office and camps - To
report regularly to the achievements and updates of the Response Plan to
the SBGV/Protection Project Manager, PSM - To
represent Plan International in interagency and coordination mechanisms
set up by the UN, INGOs and the government at local level and make sure
our interventions are factored in overall District Development Plan. - To
brief press, media, other agency staff and Plan supporters as agreed with
the GBV & CP Project Manager and Communications Coordinator. - To
train and brief Plan staff on child protection policy, standards and GBV
prevention and case management and community mobilization, particularly in
emergencies. - To
ensure that all project implemented are CCCD standards and levels
friendly. This includes the introduction of mechanisms to enable women and
children to participate in decisions making around camp issues. - To
facilitate and provide inputs to the development of a MER/PQA plan for
each of the grant funded project secured for the response and produce
weekly, monthly and quarterly updates with the MER/PQA Officer. - Maintain
ongoing surveillance of the developing humanitarian emergency situation
and adjust activities accordingly. - Ensure
adequate monitoring, reporting and acquittal of emergency activities in
accordance with Plan International DRM strategy, policies and protocols. - Ensure
emergency activities are carried out in accordance with the Sphere Minimum
Standards and Humanitarian Charter in disaster response. - Work
in collaboration with HR to keep a roster of local staff trained on
emergency response and endorsed by Plan International Rwanda leadership. - Ensure
that at least 90 % of field staff are trained on disaster risk management,
rapid needs assessment, community based early warning system, and
community resilience; with at least 23 communities with functional
community based early warning systems. - Overall
responsibility for preparation of field quality reports and updates to IH
/ NOs / RO; - Support
in ensuring positive coverage and the timely provision of situation
reports and fundraising materials. - Ensure
all information, publicity and fundraising material recognizes and
respects the dignity of disaster survivors. - Conduct
performance appraisals of Field Emergency Response Team staff and ensure
regular feedback and mentoring on individual performance.
Dealing
with Problems:
with Problems:
The
position involves a high degree of complexity:
position involves a high degree of complexity:
S/he
takes decisions such as the type and appropriate capacity building needed for
different groups and also filter information to share at different level. Even
though the incumbent duties are checked by his/her supervisor, an error of
judgment in developing strategy or incorrect analysis of a specific situation
could jeopardize Plan reputation within the country. In addition, there is
consistent pressure of work from different levels of the organization and
within communities.
takes decisions such as the type and appropriate capacity building needed for
different groups and also filter information to share at different level. Even
though the incumbent duties are checked by his/her supervisor, an error of
judgment in developing strategy or incorrect analysis of a specific situation
could jeopardize Plan reputation within the country. In addition, there is
consistent pressure of work from different levels of the organization and
within communities.
Therefore,
the post holder will demonstrate the ability to problem solving, thinking
strategically while introducing new initiatives or strategy, and in
communication and facilitation to meet the demands of a dynamic and sometimes
unpredictable operating environment.
the post holder will demonstrate the ability to problem solving, thinking
strategically while introducing new initiatives or strategy, and in
communication and facilitation to meet the demands of a dynamic and sometimes
unpredictable operating environment.
The
post holder supports other Program Managers, Project/program Coordinators at PU
in defining advocacy issues and in implementing child rights projects to ensure
high quality and impact of interventions. This will encompass strengthening
accountability, planning, management, adherence to policies and procedures, and
promoting a culture for delivery of results, both short and long term.
post holder supports other Program Managers, Project/program Coordinators at PU
in defining advocacy issues and in implementing child rights projects to ensure
high quality and impact of interventions. This will encompass strengthening
accountability, planning, management, adherence to policies and procedures, and
promoting a culture for delivery of results, both short and long term.
But
s/he does not have financial approval authorization.
s/he does not have financial approval authorization.
Communications
and Working Relationships:
and Working Relationships:
Working
contacts inside and outside the organization; include the purpose and level
(high, medium, low) of the contact
contacts inside and outside the organization; include the purpose and level
(high, medium, low) of the contact
Internal
to Plan International Rwanda (supervision, sharing; management; coaching)
to Plan International Rwanda (supervision, sharing; management; coaching)
- Work
closely with SGBV and Child Protection Project Manager in terms of
programming, coordination and advocacy– High - Work
closely with other Country Leadership Team members, other Program
Managers, Program Coordinators, and the Monitoring and Evaluation in
designing and implementing comprehensive projects; and implementing
campaigns – Medium - Work
with the communication person for media and publication on child right
related matters – Medium - Work
with Program Unit Managers in supporting the implementation of projects –
Medium - Work
with the resource mobilization staff in mobilizing diverse resources –
Medium
External
to Plan International Rwanda (coordination, sharing; learning; best practices;
contribution to initiative/research…)
to Plan International Rwanda (coordination, sharing; learning; best practices;
contribution to initiative/research…)
- Liaise
with external stakeholders within the country and Plan regional and
national offices on the implementation of SGBV and Child Protection
projects and programs, and advocacy matters – Medium
Knowledge,
Skills, Behaviours, and Experience Required to Achieve Role’s Objectives:
Skills, Behaviours, and Experience Required to Achieve Role’s Objectives:
Skills
and competencies specific to the post
and competencies specific to the post
- Ability
to provide leadership - Good
supervising and mentoring skills - Excellent
planning and organizational skills - Good
budgetary and financial skills - Good
analytical skills - Development
and use of training tools - Good
negotiation and networking skills - Excellent
oral and written communication skills - Good
skills in proposals development and project reporting - Computer
knowledge- Microsoft word, excel, outlook - Demonstrate
ability to assess best practice, document and disseminate lessons learned
Behavior
- Good
team player and work individually - Ability
to work under pressure and multi task - Highly
effective networking and inter-personal skills, - Gain,
develop and retain credibility about performance - Commitment
to child right and gender equality - Trustworthy
and demonstrates integrity - Demonstrates
awareness and sensitivity to gender and diversity
Knowledge
- Knowledge
of project management and M&E tools and best practices - Knowledge
of Plan or donor organizations’ policies and procedures, Sphere Standards,
Code of Conducts, - Good
knowledge in human right based approach to development and CRC
Values:
Respect, integrity, diversity, commitment to excellence, adaptability, able to
perform under stress, innovation, building relationships, communicating
effectively, facilitating change, developing teams, initiating action,
strategic decision making, planning and organizing, leading through organizational
vision and mission and a personal commitment to children/youth’s rights issues
Respect, integrity, diversity, commitment to excellence, adaptability, able to
perform under stress, innovation, building relationships, communicating
effectively, facilitating change, developing teams, initiating action,
strategic decision making, planning and organizing, leading through organizational
vision and mission and a personal commitment to children/youth’s rights issues
Experience
- Postgraduate
qualification in Humanitarian or Disaster related field. - At
least 3 years experience in GBV and Child Protection program design and
implementation, - At
least 3 to 5 years practical experience working with NGOs in
human/children rights, protection, or related programs at management
level. - Demonstrate
experience in developing strategies and designing program interventions,
including monitoring and evaluation
Physical
Environment and Demands:
Environment and Demands:
Frequent
travels within the country and especially to program areas (Nyanza and Gashora)
travels within the country and especially to program areas (Nyanza and Gashora)
Level
of Contact with Children:
of Contact with Children:
High
level:
Frequent interaction with children in and outside schools
level:
Frequent interaction with children in and outside schools
How
to Apply
to Apply
- Please
hand deliver your applications at the Front Desk of Plan International
Rwanda Country Office in Kagugu, Plot number 821. Full Job descriptions
are available upon request at Plan Reception during working hours.
Your
application should include:-
application should include:-
- A
covering letter (ii) A comprehensive CV (iii) Academy
Certificates (iv) Details of 3 referees, one of whom should be your
current employer (v) Copy of Valid Work Permit for International locally
based candidates
- Deadline
for applications is Wednesday 22nd June 2016 @ 5pm.
Please
note that applications which do not meet the specified minimum requirements or
are received after the closing date will be rejected. Only short listed
candidates will be contacted. Qualified Women candidates are particularly
encouraged to apply for this position. All application materials will not be
returned.
note that applications which do not meet the specified minimum requirements or
are received after the closing date will be rejected. Only short listed
candidates will be contacted. Qualified Women candidates are particularly
encouraged to apply for this position. All application materials will not be
returned.
PLAN
IS COMMITTED TO AN ENVIRONMENT FREE FROM ANY KIND OF CHILD ABUSE.
IS COMMITTED TO AN ENVIRONMENT FREE FROM ANY KIND OF CHILD ABUSE.