Protection Officer
Quick answer
Oxfam is hiring a mid-level Protection Officer (INT11884) in Syria - Damascus - Southern Hub to lead and supervise protection staff and oversee the implementation of protection and social cohesion activities in Rural Damascus, Daraa, and Assweida governorates, Syria. The role offers a competitive salary and a range of benefits.
- Role
- Protection Officer
- Organization
- Oxfam
- Location
- Syria - Damascus - Southern Hub
- Work setup
- On-site
- Level
- Mid
- Compensation
- As Per Oxfam Salary Scale
- Category
- Programs & Operations
The role
Oxfam is seeking a Protection Officer to lead and supervise protection staff and oversee the implementation of protection and social cohesion activities in Rural Damascus, Daraa, and Assweida governorates, Syria.
What you'll do
- Lead and supervise protection staff and/or support protection partners
- Contribute to the development, implementation, and adaptation of protection and social cohesion strategy and operational plans
- Ensure compliance with Oxfam standards, donor requirements, and endorsed SOPs and methodologies
- Supervise the delivery of Individual Protection Assistance, community-based protection activities, social cohesion programming, and other protection programming
- Ensure effective collaboration with case management and other specialized strategic partners
- Ensure timely and accurate programme reporting
What it takes
- Bachelor’s degree in social work, Psychology, Sociology, Human Rights, International Development, Law, Political Science, Peace and Conflict Studies, Social Sciences, or another relevant field
- At least five years of progressively responsible experience in protection, social cohesion, community development, governance, humanitarian, and/or early recovery programming
- Experience in at least two of the following areas: general protection specialized assistance, social cohesion or social inclusion programming, participatory governance processes
- Demonstrated experience in team leadership and supervision, coordination role within international NGOs, UN agencies, government institutions, or development organizations
- Proven experience in the technical oversight, implementation, and/or management of programmes delivered through both direct implementation and local partner-led modalities
- Fluency in Arabic and English, both written and spoken
What you'll bring
How we treat you
Competitive salary, flexible working options, generous pension scheme, annual leave, additional leave allowances, company sick pay, life assurance, and a range of other benefits.
Frequently asked questions
Where is the job located?
The job is located in Syria - Damascus - Southern Hub.
What is the compensation?
The compensation is as per the Oxfam salary scale.
What are the key qualifications required?
Key qualifications include a bachelor’s degree in a relevant field, at least five years of experience in protection, social cohesion, community development, governance, humanitarian, and/or early recovery programming, and fluency in Arabic and English.
How do I apply?
To apply, please upload your CV and cover letter explaining your suitability against the essential criteria in the job profile.
Is the job remote?
The job is on-site in Syria.
How to apply
Apply directly on Oxfam's site. We link straight through — no resume parsing, no profile to fill out.
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