Protection Assistants-Prevention & Capacity Building-CP

Experience and technical competencies: To be successful in this role, you must have a minimum of two (2) years' experience working with vulnerable communities, basic needs and protection programming experience (prevention and response). Moreover. we also expect the following. Required A Bachelor’s degree in Social sciences, Development studies, Community psychology, Guidance and Counselling or any related field. Professional training in Child Protection. Proven experience working directly with children and PSS skills specific to communication with children Basic counselling and case management skills to handle disclosures and safe referrals Experience working with UN or Non‐Governmental organizations. Proficiency in English (written and spoken). Good communication skills and ability to conduct training and awareness. Computer skills. Project implementation and adherence to standards Facilitate community-based child protection prevention sessions, including awareness on child protection risks, available services, and safe referral pathways. Facilitate positive parenting sessions using approved national or organizational modules to promote safe caregiving practices and prevent violence, neglect, and exploitation of children Conduct community discussions and engagement activities with caregivers, youth, and community members to address harmful practices affecting children. Support the implementation of child protection prevention methodologies and community engagement activities in line with DRC standards and child protection principles. Collaborate with Child Protection case workers to ensure prevention activities reflect protection risks and violations identified through case management. Coordination and representation Work closely with community leaders, parasocial workers, help desk workers, and other community protection structures to strengthen their capacity to identify and refer children at risk Maintain regular coordination with Child Protection case workers and other protection staff to ensure prevention activities complement response services. Liase with community-based child protection mechanisms and local stakeholders to support the implementation of prevention initiatives. Participate in relevant community meetings and protection coordination activities at field level when required. Reporting Contribute to weekly, monthly, and quarterly activity reporting as required by the Protection Team Leader and Child Protection Officer. Provide informatin on child protection concerns, community risks, and emerging trends identified through prevention activities to inform programme monitoring and response Logistics and administration Plan and coordinate field movements and community sessions in accordance with DRC procedures and security guidelines. Follow all DRC procedures related to security, logistics, finance, HR, and administration when implementing project activities. Perform any other duties assigned by supervisors necessary for effective