Protection Officer – Dinsoor District, Somalia

Organization: Mustaqbal Development and Relief Organization (MUDRO)

Position: Protection Officer

Location: Dinsoor District

Job Terms: 12 months

Starting Date: As Soon as Possible 

Deadline For Applications: 13 August 2025 

About MUDRO

At Mustaqbal Development and Relief Organization (MUDRO), we are dedicated to uplifting vulnerable communities in crisis through innovative humanitarian solutions. Our mission is to transform challenges into opportunities for self-reliance by partnering with local communities. We operate emergency response programs across various sectors, including WASH, nutrition, health, shelter, protection, and food security. Our focus is particularly on supporting internally displaced women, children, and other at-risk groups by providing access to safe spaces, psychosocial support, and comprehensive case management.

We are currently seeking a passionate and qualified Protection Officer to join our team and play a pivotal role in implementing and supporting protection integration within nutrition-focused initiatives. You will collaborate with our Program team, technical staff, operations team, and community-based structures to ensure the delivery of high-quality protection services.

Why Join Us?

• Impactful Work: Contribute to meaningful changes in the lives of vulnerable populations.

• Diversity & Inclusion: Be part of an organization that values diversity, gender balance, and the inclusion of persons with disabilities.

• Professional Growth: Enhance your skills and advance your career in a supportive environment.

General Requirements

• Relationship Builder: Strong ability to establish trust and maintain effective relationships with diverse stakeholders, including community leaders, local authorities, donors, and partner organizations.

• Organizational Skills: Excellent time management skills, capable of handling multiple priorities under pressure.

• Protection Knowledge: Good understanding of protection principles, GBV prevention, child protection, and humanitarian standards.

• Community Engagement: Skills in awareness-raising and protection advocacy.

• Problem Solver: Provide psychosocial first aid and appropriate referrals in dynamic contexts.

• Data Proficiency: Ability to collect, analyze, and present protection data and trends.

• Commitment: Adherence to MUDRO’s values, safeguarding principles, and humanitarian code of conduct.

Key Responsibilities

1. Protection Program Implementation

• Identify, register, and follow up on protection cases following MUDRO’s case management procedures.

• Provide psychosocial first aid and appropriate referrals to specialized services.

• Collaboration with mental health professionals or health partners

• Organize and facilitate awareness sessions on protection, GBV, and child rights.

• Support community-based protection committees in their roles and activities.

• Monitor protection risks and trends, advising on program adjustments.

• Coordinate with other sectors to ensure integrated protection programming.

2. Data Collection and Reporting

• Maintain accurate and confidential case files and records.

• Prepare timely protection reports, including incident trends and risk mapping.

• Contribute to assessments, surveys, and other data collection activities.

• Proficiency in digital data collection tools like Kobo collect is mandatory.

3. Coordination & Representation

• Participate in protection cluster and relevant coordination meetings.

• Liaise with local authorities, community leaders, and service providers.

• Represent MUDRO in external forums as required.

4. Compliance & Safeguarding

• Ensure all activities comply with MUDRO’s safeguarding and PSEA (Prevention of Sexual Exploitation and Abuse) policies.

• Promote the rights and dignity of affected populations at all times.

Skills and Qualifications

• Educational Background: Bachelor’s degree in social sciences, Law, Development Studies, or other relevant fields.

• Experience: At least 3 years of experience in humanitarian protection, GBV, or child protection programming.

• Case Management: Experience in case management, community engagement, and awareness-raising.

• Communication Skills: Strong communication skills in Somali and English (Arabic is a plus).

• Local Knowledge: Familiarity with the local context and willingness to travel to field locations.

How to Apply

If you are a qualified candidate who meets the above criteria, we encourage you to apply! Please send a 1-page cover letter and an updated CV with 3 referees to hr@mudro.org.so with the subject line “Protection Officer Dinsoor.

The Closing date is. 13-August-2025.

This position is urgently needed; applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis, and only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

MUDRO is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. Female candidates are strongly encouraged to apply.