Social Protection Assistant

Social Protection Assistant

Summary

The Social Protection Assistant plays a vital role in advancing social protection initiatives designed to enhance the safety, inclusion, resilience, and overall well-being of at-risk individuals, families, and communities. This position facilitates essential community outreach, provides direct support to beneficiaries, manages data gathering efforts, coordinates referrals, and ensures comprehensive program documentation.

Responsibilities

• Facilitate the execution of social protection activities within local communities and field settings.

• Help locate and connect with vulnerable households and individuals eligible for assistance.

• Oversee the processes for registering beneficiaries, verifying their details, and maintaining necessary documentation.

• Contribute to community education and awareness campaigns regarding accessible social protection services.

• Coordinate referrals to appropriate government bodies, service providers, and local community organizations.

• Conduct assessments of households and communities while collecting relevant data.

• Ensure the accuracy and security of beneficiary records and all program-related documentation.

• Participate in field monitoring, conduct site visits, and follow up with beneficiaries as needed.

• Identify barriers hindering access to social protection services and report insights to the program team.

• Assist in drafting activity reports and providing regular program updates.

• Collaborate with community leaders, government officials, and other key stakeholders to drive program success.

• Uphold strict confidentiality standards to safeguard sensitive beneficiary information.