Protection Professionals

Description

Position Summary: Protection professionals to implement case management methodologies and psychosocial activities for survivors of GBV. Key Highlights: 1. Experience in case management with survivors of GBV 2. Dedication to women's empowerment and protection 3. Ability to maintain confidentiality and respect for clients The International Rescue Committee (IRC) responds to the world's worst humanitarian crises, helping to restore health, safety, education, economic wellbeing, and power to people devastated by conflict and disaster. Founded in 1933 at the call of Albert Einstein, the IRC is one of the world's largest international humanitarian non\-governmental organizations (INGO), at work in more than 40 countries and 29 U.S. cities helping people to survive, reclaim control of their future and strengthen their communities. A force for humanity, IRC employees deliver lasting impact by restoring safety, dignity and hope to millions. If you're a solutions\-driven, passionate change\-maker, come join us in positively impacting the lives of millions of people world\-wide for a better future. **Job Overview:** At the International Rescue Committee, we are seeking Protection Professionals who will be responsible for implementing direct case management methodologies and strategies, individual counseling, and group psychosocial activities through safe spaces for women survivors of GBV, as well as delivering age-appropriate direct case management to GBV survivors, including client support in developing a plan to address their individual needs and the safe implementation of this plan. **Position Location** The position may be based in the following locations: * **Norte de Santander Department:** + Based in Cúcuta, Ocaña, and Tibú * **Nariño Department:** + Based in Ipiales, Barbacoas, Samaniego, and San Andrés de Tumaco. **Required Profiles:** **Case Management Officer** **Requirements:** * Professional degree in psychology, social work, or a related field; experience in VBG prevention programs is valued, along with a valid professional license. * Experience in case management with survivors of GBV. * Demonstrated commitment to women's empowerment and protection through current or past volunteer or paid work with women's groups, girls' clubs, or other relevant experience. * Demonstrated understanding and ability to maintain confidentiality and respect for clients. * Positive and professional attitude, including the ability to lead and collaborate effectively within a team environment. * Strong capacity to remain composed, prioritize work under pressure, and operate effectively in challenging environments. * Fluency in Spanish is required; English proficiency at any level is desirable. **Professional Conduct Standards:** * IRC staff and the IRC must adhere to the values and principles described in the IRC Way \- Standards for Professional Conduct. These are Integrity, Service, and Accountability. In alignment with these values, the IRC implements and enforces policies on Beneficiary Protection from Exploitation and Abuse, Child Safeguarding, Workplace Harassment, Fiscal Integrity, and Anti\-Retaliation. * **Gender Equality**: The IRC is committed to reducing the gender gap in leadership positions. We offer benefits that foster an enabling environment for women’s participation in our workforce, including parental leave, gender-sensitive security protocols, and other supportive benefits and allowances. * **Equal Opportunity Employer**: The IRC is an equal opportunity employer. The IRC considers all applicants on the basis of merit without regard to race, sex, color, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, disability, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. **PROFESSIONAL STANDARDS** All International Rescue Committee workers must adhere to the core values and principles outlined in IRC Way \- Standards for Professional Conduct. Our Standards are Integrity, Service, Equality and Accountability. In accordance with these values, the IRC operates and enforces policies on Safeguarding, Conflicts of Interest, Fiscal Integrity, and Reporting Wrongdoing and Protection from Retaliation. IRC is committed to take all necessary preventive measures and create an environment where people feel safe, and to take all necessary actions and corrective measures when harm occurs. IRC builds teams of professionals who promote critical reflection, power sharing, debate, and objectivity to deliver the best possible services to our clients. Cookies: https://careers.rescue.org/us/en/cookiesettings