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Center for Civilians in Conflict

Director, Protection of Civilians – PoC Division

Center for Civilians in Conflict

Director of the Protection of Civilians Division at CIVIC leading policy and programmatic support. Overseeing technical advisors to improve civilian protection in conflict zones.

Posted 7/30/2026full-timeGeneva • 🇨🇭 SwitzerlandLeadWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates extensive expertise in Protection of Civilians, strategic planning, and capacity strengthening initiatives, while effectively engaging with armed actors and government authorities. Proficient in research and policy development, with fluency in English and French to enhance global positioning.

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Protection Of CiviliansStrategic PlanningCapacity StrengtheningResearch And Policy DevelopmentFluency In English And French

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Hard Skills
Humanitarian ProtectionProgrammatic SupportTechnical AdviceEngagement With Armed ActorsTeam Supervision
Soft Skills
LeadershipInnovationCollaboration
Certifications & Qualifications
Master's Degree In Relevant Field
Industry Keywords
Humanitarian FieldCIVICGlobal Positioning

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact
  • Provide high-level technical advice to field programs
  • Lead strategic planning and evolution of the PoC Division
  • Supervise the team of technical advisors
  • Strengthen CIVIC's global positioning as a leading organization
  • Lead organization-wide capacity strengthening initiatives
  • Ensure a feedback loop between field operations and headquarters
  • Drive innovation in Protection of Civilians

Requirements

What you’ll need
  • Minimum 10 years of progressively senior experience in humanitarian protection or related fields
  • Master's degree in relevant field required
  • Deep expertise in Protection of Civilians
  • Proven experience engaging armed actors and government authorities
  • Demonstrated experience providing strategic and programmatic support
  • Strong experience in research and policy development
  • Fluency in English and French required

Benefits

Comp & perks
  • Health insurance
  • Professional development
  • Flexible working arrangements