National Protection Coordinator

Job Title:                                                                  National Protection Coordinator

Function:                                                                  Programmes

Job Group                                                                Programme Support

Duty Station:                                                           South Sudan

Line Manager:                                                         Programme Manager

Line Management Responsibility:                        No

Position Type:                                                         Short-Term Casual (1 month)

Nonviolent Peaceforce (NP) is a dynamic, international non-governmental organisation. We work with people affected by violent conflicts to enhance their security and dignity through Unarmed Civilian Protection (UCP). We work to reduce violence, protect civilians in countries affected by violent conflict and its aftermath, and help transform the world’s response to conflict situations.

NP SOUTH SUDAN OVERVIEW

NP has been implementing protection and peacebuilding projects in South Sudan since 2010. The programme currently encompasses four field locations across four states, providing emergency protection, social cohesion, and violence prevention among communities affected by conflict.

POSITION OVERVIEW

The Casual Protection Officer is a member of the programme team responsible for general community protection in Western Equatoria State for a month-long field deployment in December 2026. This includes implementing protection and prevention strategies for vulnerable beneficiaries and relationship-building with local communities, community leaders, and government authorities, as well as with all other relevant protection actors such as NGOs and INGOs, and UN agencies. The Protection Officer will assist with training and support of the NP team.

Current or previous NP employees are encouraged to apply.

COMMITMENT TO NP PRINCIPLES

All staff are expected to embody and actively work towards NP’s core principles in all aspects of their work:

1. Nonviolence in our approach, language, and actions.
2. Direct Action when engaging meaningfully with mandate goals.
3. Radical Connection through fostering safe, respectful, and inclusive relationships with communities, partners, and colleagues.
4. Process-oriented by abiding by NP's values, policies, and the Global Employee Handbook.
5. Independence by maintaining integrity in judgment and conduct.
6. Nonpartisanship by acting without bias or partisan influence.
7. Redemption and Healing by contributing to environments where accountability and growth are possible.
8. Pluriversality by embracing and protecting the diversity of all people NP works with and for.

KEY OBJECTIVES & RESPONSIBILITIES

1. Project Implementation/Programming

1. 1. Information gathering and contextual analysis

1. 1. 1. Assist with information gathering and verification, and context analysis.
      2. Proactively engage with all stakeholders in conflict (local community leaders, government authorities, police, army, non-state armed groups, and NGOs) to identify ongoing and potential issues in the community that may trigger violence.
   2. Community Engagement
      1. Lead participatory meetings so as to support communities to apply NP principles and UCP mechanisms to improve their own security.
      2. Conduct check-in calls and follow-up visits with community protection actors to assess their security situation and offer support in case of challenges with the implementation of protection mechanisms and security concerns.
   3. Translation
      1. Assist with written translation of training materials.
      2. Provide oral translation during workshops and meetings.
   4. Protective presence, accompaniment and other interventions
      1. Provide protective presence in situations where and when an incident may occur or has happened and which is a direct threat to peace and stability of the community while upholding the principle of nonpartisanship.
      2. Provide protective accompaniment to civilians at risk.
      3. Assist in designing strategic interventions meant to mitigate conflict and protect civilians.

2. Administration & Operations

1. 1. Reporting
      1. Report on all work activities according to the set procedures and standards of the Team Leader.
      2. Participate in team meetings, debriefs and strategy sessions, implementing recommendations arising from lessons learnt.
   2. Security
      1. Contribute to security assessments and contribute to the maintenance of security of the NP office and equipment.
      2. Ensure all project work is consistent with agreed safety and security policies and procedures.
   3. Compound Maintenance and procurement
      1. Assist with procurement of supplies or other logistical matters when delegated by the Team Leader.
   4. Other
      1. Perform any work-related duties that may be assigned by the Team Leader.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Experience
  • 3-5 years of work experience in human security, child or civilian protection.

• Field Readiness

• • Demonstrated ability to live, work and solve problems independently and effectively in remote, highly challenging locations.

• Language

• • English
  • Preference to anyone who speaks any of the local languages or Arabic

• Skills & Competencies

• • Crisis Management: Decisive problem-solving skills under pressure with minimal immediate supervision.

TRAVEL & WORKING CONDITIONS

• Deployment: 100% international travel to a field-based setting for the full duration of the 1-month contract.

• Environment: Ability to operate effectively in high-pressure, fast-paced, and potentially resource-constrained environments with minimal infrastructure.

• Schedule: Expectation to work extended hours, including weekends, to maximize impact during the compressed 1-month timeline.

APPLICATION PROCESS

NP recognises that applicants may use AI tools when preparing CVs and cover letters. We ask candidates to use these tools responsibly and to ensure their application remains truthful, specific, and reflective of their own experience and motivation. Applications are reviewed by members of our team, not only automated systems, and we value clear, authentic applications that help us understand the candidate behind the documents.

• We strongly encourage applicants to carefully review the job description before submitting their application and ensure they meet the essential requirements.

• Candidates meeting the above requirements are requested to submit a CV (max. 2 pages) and cover letter (max. 1 page), through our website, detailing their experience and how they qualify for the role. Incomplete applications will not be considered.

• The closing date for applications is Monday, 9th of November, 2026.

• Candidates may be selected before the closing date; apply early.

• As part of the recruitment process, shortlisted candidates may be asked to complete a technical assignment before participating in an interview.

SPECIAL NOTICE 

Nonviolent Peaceforce is an equal opportunity employer committed to a fair, transparent and accessible recruitment process. All qualified applicants are considered solely on merit, regardless of race, colour, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status.

Nonviolent Peaceforce is committed to safeguarding the welfare of our employees, contractors, volunteers, interns, partner communities, and all stakeholders. All staff and volunteers are expected to uphold this commitment through our Code of Conduct, complete the appropriate safeguarding training, and work in accordance with our safeguarding policies.

Employment offers are subject to satisfactory references and screening checks, which may include criminal records and terrorism-finance checks. NP participates in the Inter Agency Misconduct Disclosure Scheme and may request information from previous employers regarding findings of, or ongoing investigations into, sexual exploitation, sexual abuse, or sexual harassment. By applying, candidates acknowledge and accept these recruitment procedures.

No Fee Waiver:

We never request payment at any stage of the recruitment process and only communicate through official corporate accounts and platforms. Any request for payment is likely fraudulent. Please verify vacancies through our official website.