Protection expert

Syria

H&S/Work Protection

Finished or Exempted (For male)

Dorcas plans to provide capacity building for local NGOs and CBOs based in Aleppo under this project. The initiative is based on findings from the Multi-Sector Needs Assessment (MSNA) conducted in October 2023, which identified significant capacity gaps among local NGOs, particularly in the areas of livelihood, protection, and mental health. The MSNA also recommended strengthening the capacity of local actors to provide comprehensive support services. By enhancing the skills of local actors, including community leaders, healthcare providers, and frontline employees, through training and sensitization programs, this project aims to contribute significantly to effective prevention and response efforts.

Location: The training will be conducted in the Syrian territory Aleppo Governorate.
Dates: The training will take place during the month of August/September 2025 (dates to be defined)

The trainer will ensure that protection remains a core priority in humanitarian action. The training will emphasize placing the rights of all people affected by humanitarian crises are at the center of humanitarian action.

Objectives of the assignment:
The primary objective of this assignment is to provide comprehensive training and capacity building for local NGOs and CBOs to strengthen their ability to deliver protection services effectively. The Protection Expert will ensure that the rights of all individuals affected by humanitarian crises are at the center of humanitarian efforts.
•To enhance understanding of protection principles in humanitarian contexts
•To develop skills in implementing community-based protection (CBP) approaches
•To improve capacity for protection mainstreaming in humanitarian programs
•To strengthen the ability of local organizations to contribute to collective protection outcomes

Key Topics to be Covered:
•Fundamentals of protection in humanitarian action
•Community-Based Protection (CBP) principles and practices
•Protection mainstreaming techniques
•Safe identification and referrals
•Safeguarding and protection from sexual abuse

Scope of Work:
The Protection Expert will:
•Design and deliver training programs focused on protection principles and best practices.
•Develop training materials and resources tailored to the needs of local NGOs and CBOs.
•Provide ongoing support and mentorship to trainees to ensure the sustainability of capacity-building efforts.
•Monitor and evaluate the effectiveness of the training programs and make necessary adjustments.

Methodology:
The trainer should use a mix of participatory and interactive methods, including:
•Lectures and presentations
•Case studies and scenario-based learning
•Group discussions and problem-solving exercises
•Practical field-based activities (if possible)

Target Audience:
Staff from local organizations involved in humanitarian response, including program managers, field officers, social workers, PSS workers and frontliners.

Duration of the assignment:
The assignment is expected to last for3-5 days, starting from(To be defined )to (to be defined ) . We expect the trainer to have flexibility regarding the schedule and duration of the training sessions to accommodate the needs of the local NGOs and CBOs.
The training program could range from 3-5 days, depending on the identified needs.

Reporting
The Protection Expert will provide a report to Dorcas focal point and will work closely with the project team and local partners.

The Protection Expert will be responsible for the following deliverables:
•Training program curriculum and materials.
•A series of capacity-building workshops and sensitization sessions.
•A report on the training sessions, including participant attendance, feedback and recommendations for future training.
•Ongoing support and mentorship plan for trainees.
•Monitoring and evaluation report on the effectiveness of the training programs.
•Coaching sessions for 2 consecutive months after the training, and a detailed report after each session

We are Dorcas and we desire justice, both for people and their communities, so that they flourish. We strive for lasting change for those who live in poverty, are excluded, or are caught in a crisis.

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Jul 29, 2025

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