Protection Assistant

Job Descriptions

• Support the implementation of protection activities in line with PUI standards and protection principles.
• Conduct protection monitoring activities including household visits, Key Informant Interviews (KIIs), Focus Group Discussions (FGDs), safety audits, and service mapping.
• Identify and report protection risks, trends, and incidents to the Protection Officer in a timely manner.
• Support the functioning of protection helpdesks at health and nutrition facilities, including:
  • Providing accurate information on available services
  • Conducting basic protection screening
  • Referring individuals to appropriate services
• Deliver information sessions and awareness-raising activities on protection topics (GBV, child protection, available services, rights, etc.).
• Support group-based protection activities, including life skills and community engagement sessions, under the supervision of the Protection Officer and Supervisor.
• Assist in organizing community meetings, dialogues, and outreach activities.
• Ensure beneficiaries interacting with the helpdesk are informed of their right to provide feedback and raise complaints safely and confidentially.
• Identify individuals with protection needs and facilitate safe, confidential referrals to internal and external service providers.
• Ensure referrals follow agreed SOPs and respect confidentiality and data protection principles.
• Conduct basic follow-up on referrals to ensure services are accessed (without engaging in case management unless trained/assigned).
• Maintain updated knowledge of available services and referral pathways in the area.
• Coordinate with health, nutrition, and other sector teams to ensure integrated support to beneficiaries.
• Support the establishment and strengthening of Community-Based Protection Networks (CBPNs) and other community structures.
• Work closely with community leaders, volunteers, and women-led groups to identify protection concerns and solutions.
• Facilitate regular engagement with communities to promote participation and feedback.