Full time Jobs Kibondo (Nduta and Mtendeli), Kigoma and Social Work Jobs
JOB DESCRIPTION
Position: ICLA Project Technical Assistant (3)
Reports to: ICLA Project Officer
Supervision of: Camp Based Refugee Paralegals
Duty station: (1) – Kibondo and (2) – Nyarugusu, Tanzania
Travel: Frequent travel to nearby camp locations (Nyarugusu and Nduta)
Project number: TZFM 2301
Duration and type of contract: Fixed term contract to 31 December 2023, could be extended based on funding availability.
All NRC employees are expected to work in accordance with the organization’s core values: dedication, innovation, inclusivity and accountability. These attitudes and beliefs shall guide our actions and relationships.
RESPONSIBILITIES
- The Information, Counselling and Legal Assistance (ICLA) Project Technical Assistant position is responsible for day to day the implementation of NRC’s ICLA work in north-western camps in Tanzania (Nyarugusu and Nduta). The ICLA Project Technical Assistant will support the provision of information, counselling and legal assistance services in the camps and surrounding host communities. The Project Assistant will support provision of information and outreach services and counselling and legal assistance services to identified beneficiaries related to ICLA thematic areas as well as manage refugee paralegals hired to support ICLA activities. ICLA Project Assistant will also be involved in supporting the roll out of identified technical training and capacity building opportunities with partners.
Generic responsibilities
Adhere to NRC policies, tools, handbooks and guidelines.
Ensure that project activities are implemented in accordance with project agreements
Prepare and develop weekly, monthly and other status reports as required by management
Ensure proper filing of documents and keeping of records
Assess, promote and document ideas for technical improvement and further program development options
Ensure that projects target beneficiaries most in need are identified and explore and assess new and better ways to assist.
Promote the rights of refugees/returnees in line with advocacy strategy
Specific responsibilities
Adherence to NRC Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) and guidelines in relation to provision of information, counseling, legal assistance and referral activities
Provision of information, counselling, and legal assistance services in camp and surrounding host community
Completing relevant M&E procedures for the documentation of ICLA beneficiaries
Supporting the regular updating of IEC materials for dissemination
Conducting group information sessions and other outreach activities
Preparation of client intake and case management forms for counseling and legal assistance services and ensure confidentiality of client data
Supporting the provision of internal referrals from other ICLA/NRC core competencies and conducting external referrals to other service providers
Support the conducting of capacity building and training activities for communities, government officials and NGOs on ICLA thematic areas.
Supervise relevant NRC community staff (paralegals) supporting project activities
Participate in ICLA continuous assessments, mapping and investigation and supervise data collection during ICLA surveys and assessments
Critical interfaces
By interfaces, NRC means processes and projects that are interlinked with other departments/units or persons. Relevant interfaces for this position are:
M&E Officers/Focal Points
Support Officers and Assistants (HR/Admin, Finance and Logistics)
Project Officers and Assistants in other NRC core competencies
UNHCR, INGOs, local NGOs, civil society and government bodies
Scale and scope of position
Staff: 10 refugee community/incentive staff/paralegals
Stakeholders: UNHCR, INGOs, local NGOs, civil society, governmental bodies
Budgets: N/A
Information: Daily, weekly, monthly, mid-term and end-term reports
Legal or compliance: Terms of Employment, Code of Conduct
QUALIFICATIONS
Competencies
Competencies are important in order for the employee and the organisation to deliver desired results. They are relevant for all staff and are divided into the following two categories:
1. Professional competencies
These are skills, knowledge and experience that are important for effective performance.
Generic professional competencies:
Experience from working as a Project Assistant in a humanitarian/recovery context
Previous experience from working in complex contexts
Documented results related to the position’s responsibilities
Strong communication skills
Interpersonal skills and ability to work with minimal supervision
Proven skills in report writing
Advanced computer skills; Word, Excel, Power point
Knowledge of English
Context/ Specific skills, knowledge and experience:
Diploma in law, political science, social science or other relevant discipline. Minimum 2 years humanitarian experience with refugees at field level with an NGO or other international organization
Good understanding of the north-western camps/Kibondo District (Nduta and Nyarugusu camp) add advantage
Experience in reporting, client management, case studies and research.
2. Behavioural competencies
These are personal qualities that influence how successful people are in their job. NRC’s Competency Framework states 12 behavioural competencies, and the following are essential for this position:
Handling insecure environment
Planning and delivering results
Empowering and building trust
Communicating with impact and respect
Performance Management
The employee will be accountable for the responsibilities and the competencies, in accordance with the NRC Performance Management Manual. The following documents will be used for performance reviews:
• The Job Description
• The Work and Development Plan
• The Mid-term/End-of-trial Period Performance Review Template
• The End-term Performance Review Template
• The NRC Competency Framework
Additional Information
Salary : Based on NRC Salary scale
This position is open to all Nationals. ” Female candidates are encouraged to apply”
Apply Before 01/24/2023, 03:59 PM
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