Job Description
Protection Assistant – Legal
(Turbah)
'Female candidates are
encouraged to apply'.
Who
are we?
The
Danish Refugee Council assists refugees and internally displaced persons across
the globe: we provide emergency aid, fight for their rights, and strengthen
their opportunity for a brighter future. We work in conflict-affected areas,
along the displacement routes, and in the countries where refugees settle. In
cooperation with local communities, we strive for responsible and sustainable
solutions. We work toward successful integration and – whenever possible – for
the fulfillment of the wish to return home.
The
Danish Refugee Council was founded in Denmark in 1956, and has since grown to
become an international humanitarian organization with more than 6500 staff.
Our vision is a dignified life for all displaced.
All
of our efforts are based on our value compass: humanity, respect, independence
and neutrality, participation, and honesty and transparency.
About
the role
Overall
purpose of the role:
Under
the supervision of the Legal Aid Team Leader, the Legal Aid Assistant is
responsible for the delivery of timely, high-quality, and effective legal aid
services, including legal information and awareness sessions, and support to
access legal documentation, in DRC’s Community Centers and in mobile team in
South Taiz and Hodeidah Governorates.
Main
responsibilities:
Legal
Services
- Provide legal
aid services in compliance with DRC SOPs and international guidelines and
standards under the supervision of DRC Legal Aid Team Leader:
- Conduct legal awareness
sessions for IDPs, returnees and host community members on civil
documentation and other topics as agreed with the Legal Aid Team Leader in
DRC community centers and in IDP sites;
- Undertake with
the Legal Aid Officer individual sessions providing legal information and
legal counseling as per the established work plan by the Legal Aid TL;
- Provide legal
documentation services, including supporting access to IDs and birth
certificates in coordination with CRA office in Aden;
- Fill the CRA
official application forms for IDs and birth certificates, ensuring
accuracy and in alignment with the CRA guidelines and relevant national
laws;
- Support
beneficiaries in collecting the necessary information and documents to
obtain IDs and birth certificates, ensuring alignment with CRA eligibility
criteria;
- Ensure clear
communication with beneficiaries to inform them of potential courses of
action and em powering them to pursue their chosen options;
- Conduct field visits to assess the legal
protection needs and concerns of the target population, with attention to
people with specific needs;
- Conduct field
visits to identify local NGOs, charity associations, social centers, local
institutions providing support to the local population to establish a
mapping of existing services with the Legal Aid Officer;
- Fill legal aid
tracking sheet and forms, ensuring confidentiality, accuracy and
timeliness under the supervision of the Legal Aid Team Leader;
- Remain up to
date on legal procedure and policy developments, update guideline
documents as needed;
- Identify
individuals at risk and persons with specific needs and refer them to the
necessary services after receiving informed consent and according to DRC
criteria;
- At all times safeguard the safety and
respect of the individual, in addition to the confidentiality of his/her
information and his/her right to access services without any
discrimination.
Monitoring
and Reporting
·
Attend weekly meetings and
send weekly updates to Legal Aid Team Leader to ensure adherence to standards
of care and quality legal services;
·
Produce and submit weekly
reports and updated databases/tracking sheets to the Legal Aid Team Leader by
ensuing adherence to data protection protocols;
·
Maintain complete,
accurate, and confidential case files to document client interactions and
interventions using DRC tools, ensuring adherence to data protection protocols;
·
Ensure that all the legal
docs/forms are archived in the SP folders and in the locked cabinets, following
DRC protocols for archiving documents;
·
Support the data analysis
of legal case data in a safe and ethical manner.
Coordination
and representation
·
Coordinate and maintain
constructive relationships with municipalities, other local government
institutions, local NGO partners, other international organizations, in
coordination with the other team members;
·
Collaborate with other DRC
sectors and NGOs to ensure a coordinated and collaborative response to the
provision of services and assistance for those benefiting from legal services;
·
Maintain effective working
relationship with relevant stakeholders including partner agencies, community
leaders, CBPNs, CRA, and service providers;
·
Ensure up-to-date
understandings of service providers operating in the area based on available
service mappings and coordination with stakeholders.
Other
·
Uphold DRC's mission,
values, and principles of neutrality, do no harm, and non-discrimination;
·
Treat all partners and
beneficiaries with dignity and respect;
·
Maintain positive work relationship
within the team;
·
Sign and strictly abide to
DRC Code of Conduct, PSEAH and Safeguarding policies, program requirements and
operational policies at all times and report any concerns through the
appropriate mechanism;
·
Any other duties relating to
the job as directed by the Legal Aid Team Leader.
Experience
and technical competencies:
·
Relevant professional
experience of two (2) years in the legal sector in protection related work;
·
Previous experience
providing legal services is a very strong advantage;
·
Ability to maintain
confidentiality, respect, non-discrimination, and safety of clients at all
times;
·
Strong understanding of
basic counseling and Protection core concepts; previous training in these areas
is strongly preferred;
·
Ability to discuss sensitive
issues with respect and empathy;
·
Excellent interpersonal and
problem-solving skills, creativity, and flexibility;
·
Strong ability to organize
work, meet deadlines, maintain composure, work independently, prioritize work
under pressure, coordinate multiple tasks and maintain attention to detail;
·
Flexibility in working
overtime when needed;
·
Willing to collaborate with
and support people from different ethnic groups and different religions;
·
Demonstrated interest in
humanitarian work and supporting people affected by conflict;
·
Previous experience in
international organizations is a strong advantage.
Education:
Essential qualification
·
University degree in Law.
Languages:
·
Arabic - Fluent, reading
and writing
·
English – Highly desirable
Key
stakeholders:
·
Community members
·
Community Centre Facilitators
·
I/NGOs and government services
·
Civil Registration Authority (CRA)
All
DRC roles require the post-holder to master DRC’s core competencies:
- Striving for excellence: Focusing on reaching
results while ensuring efficient processes.
- Collaborating:
Involving relevant parties and encouraging feedback.
- Taking the lead: Taking ownership and
initiative while aiming for innovation.
- Communicating: Listening and speaking
effectively and honestly.
- Demonstrating integrity: Upholding and
promoting the highest standards of ethical and professional conduct in
relation to DRC’s values and Code of Conduct, including safeguarding
against sexual exploitation, abuse and harassment.
Contract
length: December 31, 2026
Position
Band: This position will be placed in the Management (I) band. Reports to
the Protection Team Leader - Legal.
Start
date: ASAP
Duty
station: Turbah
Salary
and conditions will be in accordance with Danish Refugee Council’s National
Terms of Employment.
How to Apply
Application
process
All
applicants must upload a cover letter and an updated CV (no longer than four
pages) in English. Applications sent by email will not be considered.
Closing
date for applications: October 30th, 2025, recruitment process is planned to
start in maximum 2 weeks after the closing date.
For
further information about the Danish Refugee Council, please consult our
website drc.ngo.