Protection Advisor at Trócaire

Are you energised by the thought of working in an organisation that supports people and communities to tackle the root causes of poverty and injustice? Do you love the idea of working in a global organisation with an inclusive and collaborative culture? Then Trócaire wants to hear from you! Read on for more details about this exciting opportunity.

The Opportunity

You will be part of a dynamic, fast-paced and international team of global Advisors that direct and support Trócaire’s work on women’s and girls’ protection, voice and leadership, a key organisational priority. We are proud of our work in this area and have a strong track record in delivering locally-led, high quality specialised Gender-Based Violence (GBV) and social norms change programming in development and humanitarian settings. Trócaire is a member of the GBV Area of Responsibility, the Call to Action on Protection from GBV in Emergencies and the Irish Consortium on GBV.

 

The Protection Advisor is responsible for:

• Providing high quality technical advice and mentoring to Trócaire and partner staff and ensuring that they have access to the necessary tools, resources and skills to implement programming in line with international best practice. The role will have a particular focus on supporting Protection of Women and Girls (GBV specialised programming) in programme countries, potentially including Myanmar, Lebanon, Syria and Sierra Leone.
• Supporting the Senior Humanitarian Protection Advisor in providing strategic and technical leadership in driving Trócaire’s work on specialised Protection of Women and Girls in humanitarian programming.
• Representing the organisation in key GBV fora and engaging with donors and other key stakeholders.
• Engaging proactively with protection institutional funding priorities. This includes seeking out funding opportunities, shaping programme development processes and supporting implementation of grants at global and country office level.
• Continued organisational learning and strengthening of Trócaire’s Protection of Women and Girls programming.

 

About Trócaire

Trócaire is an International NGO. We work with local partners in the world’s most at-risk communities and with people in Ireland to tackle the underlying causes of poverty and injustice and respond to the crises they create. Together we bring about positive and lasting change for a just world.

Trócaire works in up to 20 countries across Africa, Asia, Latin America and the Middle East.

We work towards five goals:

• Promote Access to Justice;
• Achieve Climate & Environmental Justice;
• Ensure Women & Girls’ Protection, Voice & Influence;
• Save Lives and Protect Human Dignity and
• Mobilise the Public on the island of Ireland to achieve Global Justice.

Do you want to know more about Trócaire, the organisation? Find out more at www.trocaire.org

 

 

You will report to the Senior Humanitarian Protection Advisor.

We would love if you have demonstrated experience in delivering survivor-centred GBV specialised programming in line with international standards, and have international experience, including working in fragile or conflict-affected states.

We are looking for someone who is passionate about achieving gender equality and transformational change. We work in partnership with local organisations and are committed to supporting locally-led responses, including by women-centred organisations, so experience in this area will be beneficial.

 

See full job description HERE

 

Closing Date for Applications is the 19th January 2025

What we can offer you:

Trócaire offers a competitive package of salary and benefits. We have an excellent range of work life balance friendly policies, including flexible working arrangements. Terms and conditions of the post will be in line with local practices and country-specific employment law. The job can be based in Ethiopia, Ireland, Kenya, Sierra Leone or the United Kingdom (note that the successful candidate must have an existing right to live and work in the relevant location).

Safeguarding Programme Participants-Children & Adults

Trócaire is committed to safeguarding people within our programmes from exploitation and abuse, and has clear expectations of all staff. Please ensure to click here for more information on Trócaire’s safeguarding policies.

We welcome diverse applicants to join our inclusive workforce.

Trócaire is an equal opportunities employer. We are an organisation that embraces diversity and inclusion. We welcome applicants from diverse backgrounds to bring their experiences and perspectives to Trócaire.

Reasonable accommodation for applicants with disabilities can be provided to support participation in the recruitment process when requested and indicated in the application or by contacting hr@trocaire.org.

See our Diversity and Inclusion statement here