About the Job

Mothers and Children Multisectoral Development Organization (MCMDO) is a national Non-Governmental Organization registered in accordance with the proclamation for Civil Society Organizations Proclamation No 1113/2019 with a certificate No 0022. MCMDO is currently implementing emergency response and development projects in all regions and City Administrations in Ethiopia.

To meet its objectives MCMDO calls for competent professionals to apply for the following vacant position.

Type of Employment: One year Contract

Job Summary:

The Protection Officer will provide technical leadership and day-to-day management for all Gender-Based Violence (GBV) and Child Protection (CP) interventions in Yalo Woreda. Reporting to the Project Coordinator, the Officer ensures that specialized services including case management, the operation of the Women and Girls Friendly Space (WGFS), and dignity kit distributions are survivor-centered, safe, and integrated.

Core Duties:

• Supervise the WGFS and ensure child protection and GBV activities meet IASC and national minimum standards.

• Provide technical guidance to caseworkers and assistants on complex intake, safety planning, and follow-up for high-risk cases.

• Establish and update functional, multi-sectoral referral pathways (health, legal, MHPSS) within the Woreda.

• Lead the identification of beneficiaries for Dignity Kits and Cash for Protection, ensuring a “Do No Harm” approach and strict vulnerability criteria.

• Conduct awareness sessions and trainings for community protection committees and volunteers on GBV prevention and child rights.

About You

Qualifications

Education

• Bachelor’s degree in Social Work, Sociology, Psychology, Law or other related fields.

Experience

• Minimum 3–5 years of professional experience in protection programming (GBV/CP) in emergency or displacement settings.

Technical Skills

• Strong knowledge of survivor-centered approaches, GBV Guiding Principles, and Case Management protocols.

Language & Communication

• English & Amharic: Professional fluency (written and spoken)

• Afar’af: Proficiency in the local language is a significant advantage for effective community engagement

Commitment

• Willingness to work full-time in remote field locations to provide direct support to crisis-affected populations.

• Absolute commitment to PSEA (Protection from Sexual Exploitation and Abuse) and the MCMDO Code of Conduct.

Requirement Skill

community engagement, mobilization

How To Apply

If you believe that your credentials meet the outlined profile, we invite you to apply through this Link: Application Form Protection Officer Position https://forms.gle/79VTqgyvygt131mo9 within 5 consecutive days from the date of this announcement.

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted and invited to the examination.

MCMDO is an equal opportunity employer promoting gender, equity and diversity. Qualified female candidates are strongly encouraged to apply.

NB: We have zero tolerance for sexual exploitation, abuse, and harassment. All selected candidates will undergo rigorous background checks.

Job Requirements Bachelor’s degree in Social Work, Sociology, Psychology, Law or other related fields. -Minimum 3–5 years of professional experience in protection programming (GBV/CP) in emergency or displacement settings. Duties & Responsibilities: - Establish and grow relationships with FHI 360s Protection partners in Ethiopia. - Design and conduct training for FHI 360 staff, implementation partners and beneficiaries. - Conduct quarterly activity review sessions with beneficiaries to identify what activities are working and what activities need to be improved. How to Apply Applicants can apply using the link provided below.