The Danish Refugee Council (DRC) is a private, independent, humanitarian organization working on all aspects of the refugee cause in more than 36 countries throughout the world. The aim of DRC is to protect refugees and internally displaced persons (IDPs) against persecution and to promote durable solutions to the problems of forced migration, on the basis of humanitarian principles and human rights. DRC works in accordance with the UN Conventions on Refugees and the Code of Conduct for the ICRC and NGOs in Disaster Relief.

Job Summary: DRC Uganda is currently looking for highly qualified and motivated individuals to join our dynamic team as Protection Team Leader.

The overall purpose of the role:

The Protection Team Leader is responsible for the day-to-day leadership, coordination, and quality implementation of protection activities at the field level. This position holder will ensure the provision of high-quality, safe, and accountable protection services that adhere to humanitarian principles, organizational policies, and donor requirements, while placing a significant emphasis on protection mainstreaming, safeguarding, and the centrality of protection.

Key Duties and Responsibilities: Your main duties and responsibilities will be:

Coordination and representation
Maintain effective working relationships with donors, government authorities, UN agencies, international and local NGOs as required.
Represent DRC and actively participate in the local Protection Sector and relevant sub-sectors working groups, including settlement coordination meetings.
Closely coordinate project implementation with UNHCR, OPM, district and other local and International NGOs, including coordinating joint assessments, protection gap analysis, advocacy , and referral mechanism strengthening at the settlement Level.
Project development and implementation
Responsible for the development of project activity work plans, procurement plans, budgets tracking at the field level under the supervision of the protection Manager and in coordination with the Country Protection Manager, the Programme Quality and Development Manager, and the M&E Officer.
Provide technical support to the team, and link DRC Programme to relevant protection standards, protection mainstreaming, and ensure a rights-based approach to all programming at the settlement level.
Work closely with the Protection Manager to maximize program output and impact.
Coordinate planning, implementation, monitoring , and evaluation of protection- related projects in Imvepi.
Make sure that projects adhere to protection standards and principles as well as DRC guidelines and accountability standards.
Oversee protection case management processes and ensure adherence to SOPs and referral pathways.
Ensure accurate case documentation and data protection practices.
Develop and implement advocacy strategy based on assessment of protection situation and risks.
Track activity progress against indicators and workplans.
Staff development and management
Provide technical and programmatic leadership for the protection staff in Imvepi settlement.
Develop staff performance measurement and targets and appraise them based on the targets set.
Conduct periodic field visits to support field staffs through technical back stopping and ensure compliance to program quality, implementation and reporting. 
Identify protection staff capacity gaps and support on-the-job training and ongoing performance management.
Foster a positive, ethical, and safeguarding-compliant working environment.
Conduct regular team meetings, case review, and technical coaching session to ensure compliance to protection standards and quality implementation.
Uphold DRC’s code of conduct, Values, and principles of accountability.
Logistics /Finance
Monitor financial commitments and expenditures against budgets and provide timely feedback on budget follow-ups.
Liaise with DRC Administration, Logistics, Finance Departments, and the Protection Manager to ensure smooth operation of the field activities.
Others
Manage and oversee all protection projects in Imvepi; develop and maintain implementation and procurement plans for all projects with support from the protection manager.
In collaboration with the Protection Manager, prepare quality and timely monthly, quarterly and annual reports.
Ensuring effective implementation of M&E systems throughout the lifetime of the project.
Manage the project budget; oversee all budget expenditures and ensure they are allowable and allocable according to donor regulations; review monthly Budget Follow Up (BFU) and implementation tracking tool and collaborate with the Finance department to ensure accurate expenditures and reporting.
Actively participate and prepare all documents in advance of the BFU and implementation tracking meetings.

Qualifications, Skills and Experience:

To be successful in this role, we expect you to have a minimum of five (05) years’ experience working with refugees, vulnerable communities, basic needs and distribution programming experience, and advocacy programs. Moreover, we also expect the following:

Required
A Bachelor’s degree in , Social Sciences, Development Studies, Guidance and counselling or Law. A postgraduate training in project planning and management is an added advantage
At least 2 years of experience in a supervisory or team leadership role.
Proven experience in protection case management and community-based protection.
Strong leadership, mentoring, and team management skills.
In-depth knowledge of GBV, Child Protection, protection principles, and safeguarding standards.
Excellent coordination, communication, and reporting skills.
Ability to manage sensitive information with confidentiality and professionalism.
Strong problem-solving and decision-making skills.
Proficiency in MS Office and basic data management tools.
Experience of working with UN or Non‐Governmental organizations.
Good communication skills and ability to conduct training and awareness;
Desirable
Experience working in refugee or emergency contexts.
Familiarity with Monitoring & Evaluation for UN-funded projects.
In this position, you are expected to demonstrate DRC’s five core competencies:
Striving for excellence: You focus on reaching results while ensuring an efficient process.
Collaborating: You involve relevant parties and encourage feedback.
Taking the lead: You take ownership and initiative while aiming for innovation.
Communicating: You listen and speak effectively and honestly.
Demonstrating integrity: You uphold and promote the highest standards of ethical and professional conduct in relation to our values and Code of Conduct, including safeguarding against sexual exploitation, abuse and harassment.