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Protection Officer – Return, Reintegration & Mixed Migration

Danish Refugee Council (DRC)

BosasoPosted 4 days agoSource: SomaliJobs

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Danish Refugee Council is hiring a full-time Protection Officer in Bosaso, Somalia. The role coordinates protection services, case management, monitoring and return and reintegration support, working with local partners and authorities. Applicants need at least three years of relevant protection experience, a related bachelor’s degree, and fluent Somali and advanced English.

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DeadlineSeptember 29, 2026
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Location
Bosaso
Category
NGO & UN
Job type
Full-time
Deadline
September 29, 2026

Key requirements

  • At least 3 years of relevant protection experience
  • Bachelor's degree in a listed or closely related field
  • Experience in return and reintegrationPreferred
  • Case management, referrals, PSS, monitoring, and direct assistance experience
  • Experience with local partners, authorities, and service providers
  • Native or fluent Somali, spoken and written
  • Advanced or professional English, spoken and written

Main responsibilities

  • Coordinate protection screening, case management, and referrals.
  • Coordinate PSS and return and reintegration follow-up.
  • Monitor protection risks and strengthen referral systems.
  • Support partners and authorities with technical guidance and coordination.
  • Track workplans, programme quality, and reporting.

Important facts

Experience
At least 3 years of experience
Education
Bachelor's degree · Social Work, Psychology, Sociology, Human Rights, International Development…
Languages
Somali, English
Level
Mid level

Source

SomaliJobs

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