Norwegian Refugee Council (NRC)
Legal Services
Law
Mekelle
2 years
1 Position
2025-07-01
to
2025-07-15
provide social counseling
Law
Social Science
Full Time
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Job Description
The purpose of the ICLA social support position is to assist with day-to-day implementation of the Information, Counseling and Legal Assistance (ICLA) Programme in Tigray.
Generic responsibilities
Ensure adherence to NRC policies and donor requirements
Promote and share ideas for improvement and necessary changes in activities
Cooperate with relevant partners and local authorities
Work with ICLA officers to implement delegated ICLA programme activities according to plan of action
Ensure that projects target beneficiaries most in need, and explore and asses new and better ways to assist
Demonstrate commitment to NRC’s mission, vision and value
Specific Responsibilities
Act as a liaison between the community and ICLA staff.
Working with ICLA officers, help lead mobile group information sessions, designed to raise awareness and provide information to displaced persons, on access to civil documentation, legal identity documents, and related issues.
Be available to respond to questions from community members on civil documentation, legal identity documents, and related issues, and to refer community members who require more detailed assistance to ICLA Officers.
Manage and maintain communication with beneficiaries.
Assist with the organization, management and support of cases and awareness campaigns, including administrative tasks, review of documents, and information.
In coordination with ICLA officers, develop and execute outreach strategies to the community, community partners, and stakeholders.
Support community partners/and stakeholders to raise concerns about issues affecting their community.
Plan/facilitate community outreach and education.
Adhere to ICLA policies, donor agreements, work plans, budgets and procurement plans.
Adhere to NRC’s Human Resource, Financial, Logistics & Security policies and procedures.
Any other task relevant to the position as requested by the line manager.
Competencies
Competencies are important in order for the employee and the organization to deliver desired results. They are relevant for all staff and are divided into the following two categories:
Professional competencies
These are skills, knowledge and experience that are important for effective performance.
Generic professional competencies:
BSc degree in Social or natural sciences preferably in Law
Strong communication, interpersonal, analytical and negotiation skills
Ability to prioritise responsibilities, carry out multiple tasks simultaneously, and meet deadlines
Context/ Specific skills, knowledge and experience:
Some experience working on community mobilization activities in a humanitarian/recovery context
Some experience in working with government authorities and vulnerable beneficiaries
Skills and experience in case management and conflict resolution
Fluency in English language skills will be considered an asset
Personal Qualities:
Diplomatic
Ability to work under pressure and with limited supervision in a challenging environment
Pro-active, goal-oriented and results driven
Flexible and creative
Excellent communication skills
A sense of humor
2. Behavioral competencies
Empowering and building trust
Communicating with impact and respect
Requirement Skill
Action planning
Application procedure
Qualified and interested candidates who meet the above requirements are invited to submit their application letters, along with an updated curriculum vitae (CV) that includes a daytime telephone number and contact details for three work-related referees. Please attach photocopies of your most relevant educational certificates, testimonials, and work experience documents and copy of kebele ID.
NB: only shortlisted candidates shall be contacted.
“Female candidates are strongly encouraged to apply and on-the-job training will be provided!”
Fields Of Study
Law
Social Science
Skills Required
provide social counseling
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