Lead for RAPID Project Protection Sector
Quick answer
CRS is hiring a mid-level Lead for the RAPID Project Protection Sector to oversee community-based protection interventions and program implementation.
- Role
- Lead for RAPID Project Protection Sector
- Organization
- CRS
- Work setup
- On-site
- Level
- Mid
- Category
- Programs & Operations
The role
The RAPID project protection lead coordinates and delivers community-based protection interventions, ensuring access to safe and inclusive services. This role involves establishing community protection structures, strengthening referral systems, and overseeing psychosocial support activities. The lead will engage with local stakeholders and partners to ensure program adherence to safeguarding standards and high-quality implementation. The position requires proactive relationship management and the ability to mitigate protection risks throughout the project cycle.
What you'll do
- Lead implementation of assigned protection project activities per donor standards.
- Coordinate relationships with local stakeholders and project partners.
- Oversee community-based protection activities and participatory protection analysis.
- Monitor and mitigate protection risks through survivor-centered referral pathways.
- Provide technical support and capacity building to staff and partners.
What it takes
- Experience with participatory action planning and community engagement.
- Strong understanding of protection principles and Do No Harm approaches.
- Experience in project monitoring and data collection.
- Staff supervision experience is considered a plus.
- Proficiency in MS Office packages including Excel, Word, and PowerPoint.
What you'll bring
Frequently asked questions
What is the primary focus of this role?
This role leads the coordination and delivery of community-based protection interventions, including establishing protection structures and managing referral systems for the RAPID project.
Is travel required for this position?
Yes, candidates must be willing and able to travel up to 40% of the time to perform the job duties.
What qualifications are preferred?
Preferred qualifications include experience working with partners, community engagement, project monitoring, data collection, and prior staff supervision.
How is compensation handled for this role?
The job description does not explicitly specify the compensation for this position.
How to apply
Apply directly on CRS's site. We link straight through — no resume parsing, no profile to fill out.
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