Protection Cluster Co-Coordinator
DRC · Sudan · Apply by November 17, 2026
About this role
Work With Us Protection Cluster Co-Coordinator Apply Now Overall purpose of the role DRC co-leads the Sudan Protection Cluster in partnership with UNHCR, the Cluster Lead Agency, in line with Inter-Agency Standing Committee (IASC) and Global Protection Cluster (GPC) standards. The Co-Coordinator provides strategic and operational coordination to strengthen a principled, inclusive and evidence-based protection response across Sudan; elevate the voices of NGOs, particularly national and local actors; promote the centrality of protection across the humanitarian response; and translate protection risks, community priorities and response gaps into collective action, advocacy and resource prioritisation. Responsibilities Working jointly with the UNHCR Protection Cluster Coordinator and in consultation with cluster members, the Strategic Advisory Group (SAG), subnational structures and relevant Thematic group, the Co-Coordinator delivers the cluster’s agreed functions and workplan. The position complements UNHCR’s formal Cluster Lead Agency accountabilities while providing independent and meaningful NGO co-leadership. Protection Cluster Meetings, Information Exchange and Representation…