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About the Role
The International Protection Officer will support and implement community-based violence reduction and protection programming in Sudan, within an active conflict environment with extremely high displacement levels.
The role requires strong commitment to human rights, community engagement, and conflict-sensitive programming in highly complex and insecure settings.
About You
You are an experienced protection professional with strong field experience in fragile and conflict-affected environments. You are comfortable living and working in remote areas with limited infrastructure and can adapt to challenging and rapidly changing security conditions.
You are:
- Committed to civilian protection and human rights
- Skilled in conflict analysis and protection strategy design
- Experienced in building trust in polarized environments
- Able to work independently in remote and high-risk contexts
- Motivated to translate theory into practical protection solutions
Key Objectives / Responsibilities
- Contribute to project design, strategy development, and adaptation based on field findings
- Ensure regular reporting, documentation, and updates to senior management
- Support Monitoring & Evaluation systems and tools in coordination with MEAL teams
- Build and maintain relationships with local authorities, communities, and stakeholders
- Provide protective presence and support to vulnerable groups (including child protection and GBV prevention)
- Conduct conflict analysis and monitor protection risks and trends
- Develop and support community-based protection mechanisms
- Facilitate dialogue between conflicting communities and support peacebuilding initiatives
- Promote participation of women and persons with disabilities in protection activities
- Coordinate referrals and maintain updated service mapping for protection cases
- Support HR coordination at field level (recruitment, staff development, internal communication)
- Support incident management and reporting with team leaders and management
Required Qualifications & Experience
- 3–5 years of experience in human security, civilian protection, or related fields
- Experience working in complex and insecure environments
- Experience engaging with authorities, negotiation, or mediation
- Strong ability to live and work independently in remote field conditions
- Experience in conflict analysis and protection programming
- Degree or equivalent experience in law, human rights, international humanitarian law, mediation, or related fields
Skills
Analytical Skills
- Conflict and security analysis
- Problem-solving and prioritization
- Data and information management
- Designing protection and prevention strategies
Interpersonal Skills
- Strong communication and leadership abilities
- Ability to work in multicultural environments
- Relationship-building with diverse stakeholders (government, military, community leaders, non-state actors)
- Flexibility, adaptability, and creativity
Languages
- English: Required (spoken and written)
- Arabic: Strong asset
IT Skills
- Good command of Microsoft Office tools
Working Conditions
- Remote and physically demanding field environment
- Possible field bases with tents or basic infrastructure
- Limited electricity, water, and connectivity in some locations
- Travel over rough terrain and long distances may be required
- Highly volatile security context requiring strict adherence to safety protocols
Safeguarding & Ethics
Nonviolent Peaceforce is an equal opportunity employer committed to safeguarding and protection of staff and communities. All staff must comply with safeguarding policies, code of conduct, and background checks including misconduct screening.
How to Apply
Apply with CV and cover letter via the official application portal:
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