What we are looking for
NRC is looking for a Senior Protection Adviserย for the Protection Consortium in Bangladesh. The role holder will be theย principal protection focal point for the Consortium, providing strategic leadership, advocacy support,ย high-level representation, evidence-based policy engagement, and strong technical coherence. The position will work closely with consortium partners, the Protection Sector, United Nations agencies, donors, and other stakeholders to influence humanitarian strategies and policies.ย
If you are anย influential, diplomatic, and collaborative leader;ย with strong interpersonal, networking, collaboration, and stakeholder management skills; and the ability to build constructive relationships with external parties then this is the role for you!
What you will do
Strategic Engagement & Representation (represent the consortium in inter-agency forums, develop the consortium strategy, collaborate with protection actors, serve as strategic advisor to the steering committee, contribute to programme development and resource mobilisation efforts, etc.). Protection Analysis & Evidence Generation (analysis of protection trends). Advocacy & Policy Influence (translate protection issues into advocacy messages, policy briefs, and donor-facing products;ย influence humanitarian policies and donor priorities; and elevate the voices of refugees and host communities). Technical Leadership & Guidance (provideย strategic technical inputs in coordination with consortium technical counterparts. Protection Mainstreaming & Capacity Strengtheningย (promote protection mainstreaming, development of tools and guidance, innovation and adaptive learning, etc.). We highly encourage you to learn more about the role:ย please review the full Job Description here.What you will bring
Protection programming and/or coordination experience in a humanitarian/protracted crisis or refugee context. Consortium model or inter-agency coordination familiarity. Protection, safe programming (protection mainstreaming), community safety and protection, engagement with armed actors, protection specialised services (case management, individual assistance, referrals), coordination, and/or protection advocacy and policy expertise. Strategic protection advocacy, coordination, and engagement with UN and donors track record. International protection frameworks, humanitarian principles, and accountability standards understanding. Protracted displacement exposure,ย preferably in South Asia or the Rohingya response. English fluency, both written and verbal.ยWhat makes this position attractive?
An opportunity to work with the consortium-led organisation and be the liaison for a diverse array of INGO organisations. The Protection Consortium was established in December 2021 by four major INGOs: the Norwegian Refugee Council (NRC), the Danish Refugee Council (DRC), Handicap International - Humanity & Inclusion (HI), and the International Rescue Committee (IRC, to enhance collaboration in the Rohingya humanitarian response in Bangladesh. Despite years of response, protection risks remain protracted, complex, and politicised. The consortium aims to enhance collective impact by strengthening coordination, delivering evidence-based advocacy, and improving strategic engagement with donors, UN agencies, and the wider protection community. This is an opportunity to work in the steadily growing NRC mission of Bangladesh that has scaled up since inception in 2018 to respond to the Rohingya influx, and that has an increasingly growing portfolio and funding. NRC interventions are used to increase the acceptance of humanitarian assistance amongst Rohingya and Bangladeshi populations. In addition to the existing Rohingya refugee response, NRCโs integrated activities are addressing the impacts of displacement from climate change in Coxโs Bazar, in the North-East and South-West parts of Bangladesh. As of 2022, NRC is working to respond to severe floods in Sylhet. Bangladesh is one of the worldโs most disaster-prone countries while also hosting nearly 1 million Rohingya refugees. This is considered a protracted emergency in which displacement and recurrent climate disasters combine. Meaningful work that responds to the diverse needs, priorities, and concerns raised by beneficiary communities. The current context is set against a backdrop of continued conflict in Rakhine State, steady attenuation of humanitarian access, and political pressure to repatriate refugees. This is characterised by multiple localised emergencies adversely affecting communities and populations with low levels of resilience, high vulnerability, and acute poverty. Female candidates are strongly encouraged to join our work culture that empowers every employee to share ideas and take responsibility. Learn more about NRCโs operation in Bangladesh here.What we offer
Coxโs Bazar, Bangladesh duty station. 12-month contract duration,ย with the possibility of extension, based on funding, requirements, and performance. 40% travel, approximately. Grade 10 in NRCโs Salary Scale, with accompanying terms and conditions. NRC offers a competitive compensation and benefits package. NRC is an equal opportunities employer and aims to have staffing diversity in terms of age, gender, ethnicity, nationality, and physical ability. We think outside the box, encourage ideas, and give responsibility to all employees at all levels. You will have many opportunities to be heard and take the initiative. Find out more about the benefits of working for NRC.ยImportant information about the application process
Why NRC?
The Norwegian Refugee Council (NRC) is an independent humanitarian organisation helping people forced to flee. Our 15,000 staff work in crises across 40 countries, providing life-saving and long-term assistance to millions of people every year.
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NRC works in Coxโs Bazar in response to the Rohingya crisis, and in areas such as Sylhet in the north-east addressing the impacts of climate change. Alongside partners, our integrated operations include shelter and water, hygiene and sanitation (WASH), responding to weather-related emergencies, ensuring education continuity through in-person and digital learning, and scaling up information counselling for refugees and host Bangladeshis, reaching over 150,000 people per year. Our approach to humanitarian action focuses on principled aid delivery and promotes the agency and dignity of impacted populations.
We are looking for people who are passionate about helping refugees and people forced to flee. Are you one of those people? If you are, NRC offers you the opportunity to:
Do demanding and professional work, often in challenging contexts. Join a work culture that empowers every employee to share ideas and take responsibility. Be part of a welcoming and supportive community committed to human dignity.Learn more about NRC here. The Norwegian Refugee Council (NRC) is a global humanitarian organisation helping people forced to flee.ย Join us in assisting millions of people in areas where others cannot, tackling some of the world's most dangerous and difficult crises. Bring your skills and dedication to an organisation recognised for providing high quality aid and for defending the rights of refugees and internally displaced people.ย At NRC, we give responsibility to employees at all levels and foster professional growth and innovative teams. You can expect a supportive culture and an open dialogue with management. We are committed to diversity, equity and inclusion.ย Together, we save lives and rebuild futures. Safeguarding is central to NRCโs work. We expect all employees to:ย โข treat everyone with respect and dignityย โข contribute to building a safe environment for allย โข never engage in any form of exploitation, harassment and specifically sexual exploitation, abuse and sexual harassment (SEAH)ย โข always report. NRC has a zero-tolerance approach to inaction against exploitation, abuse and SEAH