Overview of the project: The Danish Refugee Council (DRC) in Sudan implements a comprehensive protection program aimed at enhancing the self-protective capacity and well-being of conflict- and displacement-affected communities. This includes providing group and individual psychosocial support (PSS) services, as well as gender-based violence (GBV) prevention and response programming in Khartoum

Overall purpose of the role:  DRC is looking for a DRC is looking for an experienced Protection Assistant with a background in GBV and PSS to ensure high quality implementation of the GBV prevention and response alongside structured and unstructured PSS programing in Khartoum under the technical supervision of the GBV & PSS Officer. 

• Supports the Protection Officer (GBV & PSS) in the implementation of GBV and PSS activities, 
• Provides comprehensive survivor centered case management services to survivors and individuals at risk of GBV 
• Deliver structured PSS group sessions for adults in line with DRC’s Sudan Curriculum and SOPs.
• Provide unstructured PSS activity, guided by the protection officer (GBV & PSS) and protection specialist. 
• Supports in the mapping and establishment of referral pathways and processes referrals from internal and external service providers, as required.
• Supports in development of GBV awareness and PSS materials as well as the organization and facilitation of community-based GBV prevention activities.
• Adheres to DRC Sudan’s CoC including PSEAH policies and practices.
• Supports the mainstreaming of GBV and GBV risk mitigation across all programs
• Ensures timely reporting of project activities, including ensuring all activities are accurately documented on DRC Sudan’s IM database in coordination with the Protection Information Management Officers 
• Conduct MEAL activities, including Pre & Post-test and PSS Follow-up.
• Supports the Protection Officer (GBV & PSS) in any administrative issues relating to the project activities
• Any other duties, as directed by the Area Manager. 

Experience and technical competencies: 

• At least 2 years of experience in international organizations and humanitarian settings in a protection position; experience working on GBV and PSS would be an advantage.  
• Experience supporting on the facilitation of community awareness sessions.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality, respect, non-discrimination and safety of client at all times.
• Computer Literacy (Microsoft Word, Excel and PowerPoint).
• Excellent interpersonal and problem-solving skills, creativity and flexibility.
• flexible and able to handle pressure well.

Education: 

• Bachelor/ Degree in Social Work, Counseling, Psychology or other related field.

Languages: 

• Fluency in written and spoken Arabic. 
• Working knowledge of English IS an advantage