Protection Coordinator – Country

About the role

The Protection Coordinator (PC) will serve as the technical lead for protection programming across Somalia, ensuring high‑quality interventions that align with DRC’s global standards. Working closely with protection experts on gender‑based violence, child protection and other thematic areas, the PC will guide analysis, strategy development and implementation.

Key responsibilities

• Lead country‑level protection analysis, strategy formulation and implementation.
• Provide technical advice and supervision to protection staff and partners.
• Oversee development and use of protection tools, guidelines and SOPs.
• Ensure monitoring, evaluation and reporting meet DRC and global protection standards.
• Build capacity of field staff through training and mentorship.
• Expand DRC’s protection portfolio and represent the organization in coordination forums, donor meetings and advocacy platforms.
• Lead integration of protection with other programme components and support delivery through local Somali organisations.

Required profile

• Extensive experience in humanitarian protection, including GBV, child protection and community‑based approaches.
• Proven ability to lead technical teams and supervise protection interventions.
• Strong analytical skills for protection assessments and strategic planning.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder‑engagement abilities.

Required skills