National Protection Officer (موظف حماية وطني)

Nonviolent Peaceforce (NP) is a dynamic, international non-governmental organization. We work to reduce and prevent violence, protect civilians and build peace together with communities in countries affected by violent conflict and its aftermath through the implementation of unarmed civilian protection programming. NP implements programming through the deployment of civilian protection teams to the field and is continuing to scale up to meet the growing needs in the communities we serve. Programming is founded on Unarmed Civilian Protection (UCP) and is thematically focused on, interrupting cycles of violence, building trust and peaceful co-existence among divided communities and women inclusion and participation.

Job Summary:

The role of National Protection Officer (NPO) is to carry out the implementation of activities at field level, supporting UCP and violence-prevention programming for those affected by conflict. All NP staff are expected to embody UCP guiding principles of:

• Nonviolence
• Direct action
• Radical connection
• Process-oriented
• Independence
• Non-partisanship
• Redemption and healing
• Pluriversality
• Accountability

Key Responsibilities:

Information gathering and contextual analysis

• Assist with information gathering and analysis to inform project planning;
• Engage with all stakeholders (local community leaders, government authorities, police, army, non-state armed groups, and NGOs) to identify on-going and potential drivers of conflict in the community that may trigger violence;
• Maintain confidentiality of information gathered.

Proactive Community engagement

• Proactively engage with communities who are potentially facing situations of physical and digital risks both short and long term.
• Facilitate meetings with multiple community members and stakeholders;
• Assist the community in assessing their security situation, considering challenges and opportunities and offer support within the NP’s mission and values
• Take a leading role in the setting up of community peace teams – CPTs (Youth and Women Peace Team);
• Co-facilitate training and workshops for CPTs, duty bearers, and other stakeholders.

UCP interventions

• Implement UCP strategies appropriate to context and need within the parameters of NP’s values and strategic objectives
• Proactively engage in activities to promote trust building and peaceful co-existence among divided communities across ethno-religious lines.
• When required and appropriate provide protective presence and accompaniment to groups and persons in situation of risks,
• Manage cases of community members who are under threat, including working with other service providers and managing a follow-up process.
• Work together with community peace teams to enhance skills on digital safety.

Reporting

• Lead on timely drafting of activity reports of completed activities;
• Support compiling and drafting of other reports, on weekly, monthly, quarterly, or annual basis as delegated by the Team Leader.

Other

• Upon need, take over some security, finance, or logistical responsibilities in the absence of Field Project Officer;
• Perform any other work-related duties that the Team Leader may assign.

Qualifications:

• Experience working in an NGO or similar organization.
• Written and spoken English is an advantage;
• A university degree or diploma is an advantage;
• Good skills in Microsoft Office applications;

Key Challenges:

• Building and sustaining collaborative partnerships, negotiating, and resolving contentious issues and conflicts of interest while managing and balancing varied, diverse stakeholder priorities across a geographically dispersed region.

Skills and Competencies:

• Strong commitment to the safety and security of civilians as well as building trust between divided communities
• Good knowledge and understanding of the conflict context in Iraq and in the area of duty;
• Strong ability to engage and build relationships between NP and armed actors, returnees, government officials, NGOs, service providers, etc., in a nonpartisan manner
• Good interpersonal and cross-cultural communication and team-working skills;
• Good analytical and communications skills, written and oral;
• A proactive and positive problem-solving approach and able to take initiative
• Enthusiasm to learn and apply new skills;
• Deep commitment to nonviolent community led initiatives,
• Ability to work under pressure and under difficult conditions;
• Ability to manage information with discretion;
• Knowledge of the context in Iraq;
• The position is open for Iraqi Nationals Only 

Application Process

• Candidates meeting the above requirements are requested to submit a CV (max. 2 pages) through our website https://nonviolentpeaceforce.bamboohr.com/careers/408 detailing their experience and how they qualify for the Incomplete applications will not be considered.
• The closing date for applications is 24th July
• Candidates may be selected before the closing date; apply early
• As part of the recruitment process, shortlisted candidates may be asked to complete a technical assignment before participating in an interview

SPECIAL NOTICE

Nonviolent Peaceforce is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, colour, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against based on disability.

Nonviolent Peaceforce acknowledges the duty of care to safeguard and promote the welfare of employees, contractors, volunteers, interns, communities we work with, and other stakeholders and is committed to ensuring safeguarding practice reflects statutory responsibilities and government guidance and complies with best practices in the Humanitarian and Development sector.NP expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment through our code of conduct. We prioritise ensuring that only those who share and demonstrate our values are recruited to work for us.

The post holder will undertake the appropriate level of training and is responsible for ensuring that they understand and work within the safeguarding policies of the organisation.

All offers of employment will be subject to satisfactory references and appropriate screening checks, which can include criminal records and terrorism finance checks. NP also participates in the InterAgency Misconduct Disclosure Scheme. In line with this Scheme, we will request information from job applicants’ previous employers about any findings of sexual exploitation, sexual abuse and/or sexual harassment during employment or incidents under investigation when the applicant left employment. By submitting an application, the job applicant confirms their understanding of these recruitment procedures.

NO FEE 

We never ask for payment as part of our selection process, and we always contact candidates via our corporate accounts and platforms. If you are approached for payment, this is likely to be fraudulent. Please check whether the role you are interested in is posted here on our website.