Job Description
Danish Refugee Council, one of the world’s leading humanitarian NGOs, is currently looking for a qualified Protection Assistant- PSS for our operations in Dabat, Ethiopia.
Instruction for applicants:
All applicants must upload a cover letter and an updated CV in English. Please ensure that your CV does not exceed three pages. Applications with CVs longer than the specified limit may not be considered
Overall purpose of the role
The Protection assistant-PSS will be responsible for implementation of psychosocial support activities in Dabat, with a focus non-specialized individual and group counselling, trauma healing sessions, capacity building trainings, and ensuring the inclusion of vulnerable groups. The PSS assistance Officer will work closely with local communities, authorities, and partners to strengthen Psychosocial support-PSS intervention and enhance the safety and dignity of affected populations.
Under the technical supervision of the Protection team leader the protection assistant-PSS supports the implementation of community-based and individual psychosocial support activities for children, youths, adults, PWDs and survivors of violence. The role focuses on providing basic psychosocial support, facilitating group activities, identifying individuals in need of focused non-specialized services, and supporting referrals in line with established protection and PSS guidelines. The position will, furthermore, be tasked to identify and provide direct assistance and support to people with specific needs. Additionally, the position is expected to contribute to other protection activities that DRC is implementing in the area.
Your main duties and responsibilities will be:
Program Implementation:
Case Support and Referrals:
Community Engagement:
Documentation and Reporting
Coordination and Capacity Building:
Logistics/Finance
Experience and technical competencies:
EDUCATION: (include certificates, licenses, etc.)
LANGUAGE: (indicate Fluency level)
In this position, you are expected to demonstrate DRC’ five core competencies:
Striving for excellence: You focus on reaching results while ensuring an efficient process.
Collaborating: You involve relevant parties and encourage feedback.
Taking the lead: You take ownership and initiative while aiming for innovation.
Communicating: You listen and speak effectively and honestly.
Demonstrating integrity: You uphold and promote the highest standards of ethical and professional conduct in relation to our values and Code of Conduct, including safeguarding against sexual exploitation, abuse and harassment.
We offer
Contract length: 10 Months
Contract Type: National Contract
Band: I2 – Non-Management
Designation of Duty Station: Dabat, Ethiopia
Start date: 1st August 2026
Salary and conditions will be in accordance with Danish Refugee Council’s Terms of Employment for National employees
All applicants must upload a cover letter and an updated CV (no longer than three pages) in English. Applications sent by email will not be considered
Please ensure that your CV does not exceed three pages. Applications with CVs longer than the specified limit may not be considered.
Apply Link: https://drc.ngo/en/jobs/job/?id=176264
Closing date for applications: July 9, 2026
For further information about the Danish Refugee Council, please consult our website drc.ngo.
Gender Equality: DRC is committed to achieving gender parity in staffing at all levels. In light of this, women candidates are particularly encouraged to apply to bridge the gender gap.
Equal Opportunities: DRC is an equal opportunity employer. We value diversity and we are committed to creating an inclusive environment based on mutual respect for all employees. We do not discriminate on the basis of age, sex, disability status, religion, ethnic origin, colour, race, marital status, or other protected characteristics
We strongly encourage female candidates to apply for the position!
We encourage only qualified Ethiopian Nations to apply. DRC considers all applicants based on merit.
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