GPC Workplan - Global Protection Cluster

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GPC Workplan

2015 GPC Workplan

IMPROVED PROTECTION RESPONSES IN FIELD

OUTCOME 1.1IncreasedSupporttoFieldProtectionClusters

ACTIVITIES RESPONSIBLE ORGANIZATIONS AND AGENCIES / ENTITIES QUARTER REMARKS RESOURCES REQUIRED

1.1.1 FIELD GUIDANCE AND OPERATIONAL SUPPORT PROVIDED

Operational guidance and technical advice provided

GPC CoordinatorGPC Support CellGPC Ops Cell membersGPC-ProCapUNICEF (Child Protection AoR)UNFPA/UNICEF (GBV AoR)

UNMAS (Mine Action AoR) UN-HABITAT (Housing, Land & Property AoR)IRC/OCHA (TT-PM)UNHCR/Oxfam (TT-L)UNHCR/IDMC (TT-LP)

1234

Support and guidance provided proactively or reactively to field clusters on implementation of standards and policies, through the appropriate AoRs and task teams, the TT-L helpdesk, and/or the Ops Cell, as appropriate. [The Ops Cell mechanism is now functioning, with SOPs; periodic review is planned on a quarterly basis.] This also includes dialogues between the GPC Coordinator and field cluster coordinators and co-facilitators, organized on an ad hoc basis, and the sharing of information on recent developments and initiatives such as Rights Up Front Plan of Action, Transformative Agenda protocols (such as Humanitarian Programme Cycle/Strategic Response Plans, Cluster Reference Module, etc.).

Response capacity increased and coordinated

UNHCRUNICEF (Child Protection AoR)UNFPA/UNICEF (GBV AoR)

ProCapGPC-ProCap 1234 Rapid Response capacity which can be deployed in emergencies.

Support to HCTs on developing protection strategies provided

UNHCROCHAProCap

1234

Includes field missions to 4 select countries by protection specialist(s), embedded with protection cluster lead agency, to support HCs, HCTs, protection actors, other clusters and other humanitarian actors in conducting collective analysis, examining protection outcomes, mainstreaming protection, and developing country-owned HCT protection strategies. Activity needs to be informed by and feed into guidance on HCT protection strategies, while ensuring coherence with the Statement on the Centrality of Protection.

ECHO funding (GPC/UNHCR)

Support missions carried outGPC CoordinatorGPC-ProCapUNICEF (Child Protection AoR)

UNFPA/UNICEF (GBV AoR)UNMAS (Mine Action AoR) UN-HABITAT (Housing, Land & Property AoR)

1234

Carried out thus far in 2015: Ukraine, Somalia, Lebanon (for Syria), Yemen. Selection is made based on requests from the field by protection cluster coordinators or co-facilitators, or based on need proactively identified by the GPC Coordinator, GPC partners, SAG members or Ops Cell. The GPC Coordinator needs to approve the mission.

1.1.2 COORDINATION AND PROTECTION TOOLBOX UPDATED

Guidance on engagement with UN missions on Protection of Civilians reviewed and updated

OCHA 1234

Feedback to be solicited from field clusters on use of tool, which will then be reviewed and updated, also in light of the findings and recommendations of the Whole of System Protection Review and the High level Peace Operations Panel.

NGO co-facilitation considerations developed

NRC DRC

GPC Support Cell1234 To be developed in coordination with co-facilitators and coordinators in the field.

Interim guidance on Humanitarian Country Team Strategy for Protection guidance further developed and disseminated

UNHCROCHAGPC Coordinator

1234

Existing draft guidance to be further developed into an inter-agency tool, and updated as necessary upon completion of IASC Protection Policy. This tool will assist Humanitarian Country Teams in drafting protection strategies for collectively achieving protection outcomes. This is part of the efforts to operationalize the Statement on Centrality of Protection. GPC SAG to be involved in development of guidance.

Template for Protection Cluster ToRs developed

Focal point organization requiredGPC Support Cell 1234

Sample ToRs will be collected, based on which a template will be developed with GPC partners, taking into consideration as relevant the IASC Protection Policy.

OUTCOME 1.1IncreasedSupporttoFieldProtectionClusters


1.1.1 FIELD GUIDANCE AND OPERATIONAL SUPPORT PROVIDED

Operational guidance and technical advice provided

GPC CoordinatorGPC Support CellGPC Ops Cell membersGPC-ProCapUNICEF (Child Protection AoR)UNFPA/UNICEF (GBV AoR)

UNMAS (Mine Action AoR) UN-HABITAT (Housing, Land & Property AoR)IRC/OCHA (TT-PM)UNHCR/Oxfam (TT-L)UNHCR/IDMC (TT-LP)

1234

Support and guidance provided proactively or reactively to field clusters on implementation of standards and policies, through the appropriate AoRs and task teams, the TT-L helpdesk, and/or the Ops Cell, as appropriate. [The Ops Cell mechanism is now functioning, with SOPs; periodic review is planned on a quarterly basis.] This also includes dialogues between the GPC Coordinator and field cluster coordinators and co-facilitators, organized on an ad hoc basis, and the sharing of information on recent developments and initiatives such as Rights Up Front Plan of Action, Transformative Agenda protocols (such as Humanitarian Programme Cycle/Strategic Response Plans, Cluster Reference Module, etc.).

Response capacity increased and coordinated


ProCapGPC-ProCap 1234 Rapid Response capacity which can be deployed in emergencies.

Support to HCTs on developing protection strategies provided

UNHCROCHAProCap

1234

Includes field missions to 4 select countries by protection specialist(s), embedded with protection cluster lead agency, to support HCs, HCTs, protection actors, other clusters and other humanitarian actors in conducting collective analysis, examining protection outcomes, mainstreaming protection, and developing country-owned HCT protection strategies. Activity needs to be informed by and feed into guidance on HCT protection strategies, while ensuring coherence with the Statement on the Centrality of Protection.


Support missions carried outGPC CoordinatorGPC-ProCapUNICEF (Child Protection AoR)

UNFPA/UNICEF (GBV AoR)UNMAS (Mine Action AoR) UN-HABITAT (Housing, Land & Property AoR)

1234

Carried out thus far in 2015: Ukraine, Somalia, Lebanon (for Syria), Yemen. Selection is made based on requests from the field by protection cluster coordinators or co-facilitators, or based on need proactively identified by the GPC Coordinator, GPC partners, SAG members or Ops Cell. The GPC Coordinator needs to approve the mission.

1.1.2 COORDINATION AND PROTECTION TOOLBOX UPDATED

Guidance on engagement with UN missions on Protection of Civilians reviewed and updated

OCHA 1234

Feedback to be solicited from field clusters on use of tool, which will then be reviewed and updated, also in light of the findings and recommendations of the Whole of System Protection Review and the High level Peace Operations Panel.

NGO co-facilitation considerations developed

NRC DRC

GPC Support Cell1234 To be developed in coordination with co-facilitators and coordinators in the field.

Interim guidance on Humanitarian Country Team Strategy for Protection guidance further developed and disseminated

UNHCROCHAGPC Coordinator

1234

Existing draft guidance to be further developed into an inter-agency tool, and updated as necessary upon completion of IASC Protection Policy. This tool will assist Humanitarian Country Teams in drafting protection strategies for collectively achieving protection outcomes. This is part of the efforts to operationalize the Statement on Centrality of Protection. GPC SAG to be involved in development of guidance.

Template for Protection Cluster ToRs developed

Focal point organization requiredGPC Support Cell 1234

Sample ToRs will be collected, based on which a template will be developed with GPC partners, taking into consideration as relevant the IASC Protection Policy.

2015 GPC Workplan


Communication package on Protection developed

Oxfam (tbc) 1234

Development of communication package on protection, the aim of which will be to convey a simpler and more coherent conceptual framework for protection, with a view to explaining protection in terms to which everyone can relate. The communication package, which may include inter alia key messages, power point presentations, audio-visual materials, and repository of relevant background documents, will detail the strategic, cross-cutting and technical dimensions of protection, and will be aimed at various audiences including protection actors, global and field-level clusters, HCs/HCTs, donors and governments. The contents of the communication package will be conveyed through means such as webinars, possible social media presence, and through protection-related trainings. It will as well take into consideration the new IASC protection policy and will be adjusted as necessary.


Protection Mainstreaming resource kit updated

IRC/OCHA (TT-PM) 1234Tip-sheets and brief on Protection Mainstreaming to be updated if needed based on the work of the TT-PM.

GPC Protection IM Toolkit finalized and disseminated

UNHCR UNICEF (Child Protection AoR)UNFPA/UNICEF (GBV AoR)UNMAS (Mine Action AoR)

UN-HABITAT (Housing, Land & Property AoR) DRCGPC Support Cell

1234

Will include main tools for field protection clusters for preparedness, needs assessments, strategic planning, implementation and monitoring, reporting and dissemination. The tools are developed in coordination with the inter-agency IM group, and the support to protection field clusters is provided through UNHCR's Division of International Protection.

Protection Mainstreaming Monitoring and Evaluation system developed

IRC 1234

IRC is developing a Protection Mainstreaming Monitoring & Evaluation system and will share lessons learned with the GPC throughout this process in 2015, with a long term goal of developing a similar system to include in the GPC toolbox. IRC will ensure that the draft versions are available online via the GPC Website.

ECHO/OFDA/Sida funding

1.1.3 LAW AND POLICY INITIATIVES ON INTERNAL DISPLACEMENT SUPPORTED

Legal and policy developments on internal displacement mapped

UNHCR/IDMC (TT-LP) 1234Mapping exercise to analyze legal and policy developments on the protection of IDPs at the regional, national and sub-national levels, gather best practices, and identify gaps and challenges.


Technical advice on IDP laws, policies, and strategies provided

UNHCR/IDMC (TT-LP) 1234

Remote and in-country provision of technical advice on draft laws, policy and strategies regarding protection of internally displaced persons. Can include in-country missions to support national consultations or dialogue on legal instruments and commenting on draft legislations or policies.


1.1.4 DURABLE SOLUTIONS INITIATIVES SUPPORTED

Guidance on the implementation of the Secretary- General’s Policy Decision finalized

UNHCRUNDP 1234

Durable solutions are a workstream within the GPC. Interested agencies are welcome to link up with focal points, or volunteer as focal points for the proposed activites. The potential creation of another task team to be discussed in a SAG meeting.

Engagement in Technical Working Group on Durable Solutions of the Global Cluster on Early Recovery (GCER) ensured

UNHCR 1234

Activities and good practices of field Protection Clusters in linking with development actors identified and documented


UNMAS (Mine Action AoR) UN-HABITAT (Housing, Land & Property AoR) IRC

1234

Engagement in consultations around the Solutions Alliance Rule of Law work ensured

UNHCRIRCDRC

1234 Including guidance development (reference to HLP paper already underway)



Communication package on Protection developed

Oxfam (tbc) 1234

Development of communication package on protection, the aim of which will be to convey a simpler and more coherent conceptual framework for protection, with a view to explaining protection in terms to which everyone can relate. The communication package, which may include inter alia key messages, power point presentations, audio-visual materials, and repository of relevant background documents, will detail the strategic, cross-cutting and technical dimensions of protection, and will be aimed at various audiences including protection actors, global and field-level clusters, HCs/HCTs, donors and governments. The contents of the communication package will be conveyed through means such as webinars, possible social media presence, and through protection-related trainings. It will as well take into consideration the new IASC protection policy and will be adjusted as necessary.


Protection Mainstreaming resource kit updated

IRC/OCHA (TT-PM) 1234Tip-sheets and brief on Protection Mainstreaming to be updated if needed based on the work of the TT-PM.

GPC Protection IM Toolkit finalized and disseminated

UNHCR UNICEF (Child Protection AoR)UNFPA/UNICEF (GBV AoR)UNMAS (Mine Action AoR)

UN-HABITAT (Housing, Land & Property AoR) DRCGPC Support Cell

1234

Will include main tools for field protection clusters for preparedness, needs assessments, strategic planning, implementation and monitoring, reporting and dissemination. The tools are developed in coordination with the inter-agency IM group, and the support to protection field clusters is provided through UNHCR's Division of International Protection.

Protection Mainstreaming Monitoring and Evaluation system developed

IRC 1234

IRC is developing a Protection Mainstreaming Monitoring & Evaluation system and will share lessons learned with the GPC throughout this process in 2015, with a long term goal of developing a similar system to include in the GPC toolbox. IRC will ensure that the draft versions are available online via the GPC Website.

ECHO/OFDA/Sida funding

1.1.3 LAW AND POLICY INITIATIVES ON INTERNAL DISPLACEMENT SUPPORTED

Legal and policy developments on internal displacement mapped

UNHCR/IDMC (TT-LP) 1234Mapping exercise to analyze legal and policy developments on the protection of IDPs at the regional, national and sub-national levels, gather best practices, and identify gaps and challenges.


Technical advice on IDP laws, policies, and strategies provided

UNHCR/IDMC (TT-LP) 1234

Remote and in-country provision of technical advice on draft laws, policy and strategies regarding protection of internally displaced persons. Can include in-country missions to support national consultations or dialogue on legal instruments and commenting on draft legislations or policies.


1.1.4 DURABLE SOLUTIONS INITIATIVES SUPPORTED

Guidance on the implementation of the Secretary- General’s Policy Decision finalized

UNHCRUNDP 1234

Durable solutions are a workstream within the GPC. Interested agencies are welcome to link up with focal points, or volunteer as focal points for the proposed activites. The potential creation of another task team to be discussed in a SAG meeting.

Engagement in Technical Working Group on Durable Solutions of the Global Cluster on Early Recovery (GCER) ensured

UNHCR 1234

Activities and good practices of field Protection Clusters in linking with development actors identified and documented


UNMAS (Mine Action AoR) UN-HABITAT (Housing, Land & Property AoR) IRC

1234

Engagement in consultations around the Solutions Alliance Rule of Law work ensured

UNHCRIRCDRC

1234 Including guidance development (reference to HLP paper already underway)

2015 GPC Workplan


OUTCOME 1.2StrengthenedCapacityofFieldProtectionClusters


1.2.1 CAPACITY FOR PROTECTION CLUSTER COORDINATION ENHANCED

Coaching for 3 Protection Cluster Coordinators implemented

UNHCR/Oxfam (TT-L) 1234

The TT-L will collect as the first step best practices and lessons learned of TTL members related to coaching. The initiative then aims at implementing a pilot project that will support 5 protection cluster coordinators.

5 regional Protection Mainstreaming Trainings of Trainers conducted

IRC 1234

On behalf of the GPC Protection Mainstreaming Task Team, IRC will organize a series of Training of Trainers (ToTs) based on the Protection Mainstreaming Training Package. The objectives of the ToTs are to disseminate the Training Manual, build capacity on protection mainstreaming and facilitation skills, and develop a pool of qualified trainers who will be able to train larger numbers of field staff from all humanitarian sectors – with a focus on WASH, Food Security and Shelter/NFI clusters in accordance with the 2015 TT-PM workplan.

ECHO funding(IRC/InterAction)

1 regional Protection Coordination Training of Trainers conducted


The workshop has been designed to support protection cluster coordinators (as well as co-facilitators and sub-cluster coordinators) to train protection specialists in the in their respective countries. By completing this training of trainers (ToT), humanitarian specialists in the field will be able to use the protection coordination training materials to train other protection cluster members on key functions of protection clusters. The Monitoring & Evalution impact of this training is included in the activity.


3 Protection Coordination Trainings implemented

UNHCR/Oxfam (TT-L) 1234The trainings bring cluster members together, focusing on core tasks of the cluster as a team. The Monitoring & Evalution impact of this training is also included in the activity.


Competencies framework for Protection Cluster Coordinators developed


Initiative by the TT-L to collectively define the competencies that each protection cluster coordinator should have. Once the competencies are agreed upon, relevant existing learning initiatives will be identified for each competency, as well as eventual gaps in learning that may persist in acquiring them. Ultimately, the hiring process of protection cluster coordinators should be in line with the competencies framework so as to identify suitable candidates with necessary competencies relevant for the job of protection cluster coordinator.

Training materials on Protection Information Management developed

UNHCROxfamDRC

1234

Target audience for training materials includes Protection Cluster Coordinators, NGO co-facilitators, Information Management Officers and to the extent possible, sub-cluster coordinators. Training materials will cover protection information management in an integrated and holistic manner, including but not limited to the following topics:

– Protection: General protection principles, the role of protection analysis in response planning and what protection means in concrete terms.

– Protection Information Management: a common understanding of protection information management as a discipline, including key components, standards, tools and methodologies, in-depth approaches to and principles of needs assessment, identification of persons with specific needs, protection monitoring and programming for protection interventions.

– Humanitarian response: The role of the Protection Cluster within the Humanitarian Programme Cycle, roles and responsibilities of cluster coordinators and information management officers, strategic coordination between key Cluster partners and planning for protection response.


OUTCOME 1.2StrengthenedCapacityofFieldProtectionClusters


1.2.1 CAPACITY FOR PROTECTION CLUSTER COORDINATION ENHANCED

Coaching for 3 Protection Cluster Coordinators implemented


The TT-L will collect as the first step best practices and lessons learned of TTL members related to coaching. The initiative then aims at implementing a pilot project that will support 5 protection cluster coordinators.

5 regional Protection Mainstreaming Trainings of Trainers conducted

IRC 1234

On behalf of the GPC Protection Mainstreaming Task Team, IRC will organize a series of Training of Trainers (ToTs) based on the Protection Mainstreaming Training Package. The objectives of the ToTs are to disseminate the Training Manual, build capacity on protection mainstreaming and facilitation skills, and develop a pool of qualified trainers who will be able to train larger numbers of field staff from all humanitarian sectors – with a focus on WASH, Food Security and Shelter/NFI clusters in accordance with the 2015 TT-PM workplan.

ECHO funding(IRC/InterAction)

1 regional Protection Coordination Training of Trainers conducted


The workshop has been designed to support protection cluster coordinators (as well as co-facilitators and sub-cluster coordinators) to train protection specialists in the in their respective countries. By completing this training of trainers (ToT), humanitarian specialists in the field will be able to use the protection coordination training materials to train other protection cluster members on key functions of protection clusters. The Monitoring & Evalution impact of this training is included in the activity.


3 Protection Coordination Trainings implemented

UNHCR/Oxfam (TT-L) 1234The trainings bring cluster members together, focusing on core tasks of the cluster as a team. The Monitoring & Evalution impact of this training is also included in the activity.


Competencies framework for Protection Cluster Coordinators developed


Initiative by the TT-L to collectively define the competencies that each protection cluster coordinator should have. Once the competencies are agreed upon, relevant existing learning initiatives will be identified for each competency, as well as eventual gaps in learning that may persist in acquiring them. Ultimately, the hiring process of protection cluster coordinators should be in line with the competencies framework so as to identify suitable candidates with necessary competencies relevant for the job of protection cluster coordinator.

Training materials on Protection Information Management developed

UNHCROxfamDRC

1234

Target audience for training materials includes Protection Cluster Coordinators, NGO co-facilitators, Information Management Officers and to the extent possible, sub-cluster coordinators. Training materials will cover protection information management in an integrated and holistic manner, including but not limited to the following topics:

– Protection: General protection principles, the role of protection analysis in response planning and what protection means in concrete terms.

– Protection Information Management: a common understanding of protection information management as a discipline, including key components, standards, tools and methodologies, in-depth approaches to and principles of needs assessment, identification of persons with specific needs, protection monitoring and programming for protection interventions.

– Humanitarian response: The role of the Protection Cluster within the Humanitarian Programme Cycle, roles and responsibilities of cluster coordinators and information management officers, strategic coordination between key Cluster partners and planning for protection response.


2015 GPC Workplan



Field-based Child Protection Coordination groups have increased capacity for Information Management

UNICEF (Child Protection AoR)UNHCRUNFPA/UNICEF (GBV AoR)ProCap

1234 Training organized in countries for Child Protection sub-cluster coordinators.

1.2.2 CAPACITY FOR PROTECTION RESPONSES ENHANCED

Trainings on delivery of holistic protection response consistent with standards conducted

UNICEF (Child Protection AoR) UNHCRProCapDRC

1234

UNICEF: Trainings on Minimum Standards for Child Protection Actors

ProCap: Inter-Agency Protection Capacity Training

UNHCR: Protection Learning Programme, Coordination & Leadership Programme, Workshop on Emergency Management and Senior Emergency Leadership Programme

DRC: Protection Training

Strengthened leadership for Child Protection sub-clusters in the field

UNICEF (Child Protection AoR)UNHCR/Oxfam (TT-L) 1234

Trainings on leadership for Child Protection AoRs coordinators; TT-L working to include Protection Cluster Coordinators in trainings.

2 regional capacity building workshops on law and policy conducted


Some 25 government officials among other participants will benefit from each workshop. This is particularly important in the context of the African continent where implementation of the Kampala Convention requires concerted efforts to support authorities with trainings, sharing of lessons learnt and other capacity building initiatives.


1.2.3 CAPACITY OF NATIONAL NGOS ENHANCED

Trainings, mentoring and pilot projects with national (NGOs) conducted

Oxfam, IRC, World VisionUNHCR/Oxfam (TT-L) 1234

Project to build capacity of national NGOs for protection (protection mainstreaming, protection activities, cluster participation); TT-L to provide support as necessary

DFID funding via START Network (Oxfam, IRC, World Vision)


Field-based Child Protection Coordination groups have increased capacity for Information Management

UNICEF (Child Protection AoR)UNHCRUNFPA/UNICEF (GBV AoR)ProCap

1234 Training organized in countries for Child Protection sub-cluster coordinators.

1.2.2 CAPACITY FOR PROTECTION RESPONSES ENHANCED

Trainings on delivery of holistic protection response consistent with standards conducted

UNICEF (Child Protection AoR) UNHCRProCapDRC

1234

UNICEF: Trainings on Minimum Standards for Child Protection Actors

ProCap: Inter-Agency Protection Capacity Training

UNHCR: Protection Learning Programme, Coordination & Leadership Programme, Workshop on Emergency Management and Senior Emergency Leadership Programme

DRC: Protection Training

Strengthened leadership for Child Protection sub-clusters in the field

UNICEF (Child Protection AoR)UNHCR/Oxfam (TT-L) 1234

Trainings on leadership for Child Protection AoRs coordinators; TT-L working to include Protection Cluster Coordinators in trainings.

2 regional capacity building workshops on law and policy conducted


Some 25 government officials among other participants will benefit from each workshop. This is particularly important in the context of the African continent where implementation of the Kampala Convention requires concerted efforts to support authorities with trainings, sharing of lessons learnt and other capacity building initiatives.


1.2.3 CAPACITY OF NATIONAL NGOS ENHANCED

Trainings, mentoring and pilot projects with national (NGOs) conducted

Oxfam, IRC, World VisionUNHCR/Oxfam (TT-L) 1234

Project to build capacity of national NGOs for protection (protection mainstreaming, protection activities, cluster participation); TT-L to provide support as necessary

DFID funding via START Network (Oxfam, IRC, World Vision)

2015 GPC Workplan

ENHANCED CENTRALITY OF PROTECTION IN HUMANITARIAN RESPONSE

OUTCOME 2.1EnhancedDonorEngagement


2.1.1 REGULAR DIALOGUE BETWEEN GPC MEMBERS AND DONOR GOVERNMENT REPRESENTATIVES

GPC – Donor dialogue convened UNHCR/InterAction (TT-DD) 1234

The GPC will form the Donor Dialogue Task Team under the co-leadership of InterAction and UNHCR and advertise it to all GPC members. After formation, the Task Team will draft a ToR, which will include the Task Team’s objectives, operating methods, and relationship and method of engagement with the field and the GPC SAG. Additionally, the Task Team will detail the parameters that it will use to facilitate dialogue during the GPC-Donor Dialogue discussion fora and will compile a donor contact list. The Task Team will thereafter consult with donors to determine a date and venue for the first GPC-Donor Dialogue discussion forum. The first discussion forum will be based upon the GPC Funding Study, and the TT-DD will ask donors to suggest follow-on discussion topics during the first forum. At least two discussion forums are expected to occur within 2015.

OUTCOME 2.2GlobalLevelPolicyDevelopedandSupported


2.2.1 GLOBAL STRATEGIC LEADERSHIP AND POLICY STRENGTHENED

Independent Whole-of-System Review finalised and disseminated

GPC CoordinatorInterAction/OHCHR (TT-PP)NRC

1234Funded by various donors

Preparation and planning for IASC Protection Policy carried out

InterAction/OHCHR (TT-PP) 1234

Upon receipt of the final whole-of-system review report and in consultation with the GPC Coordinator: – Organise findings and recommendations to identify issues to be addressed in policy and develop a

preliminary outline of policy – Develop a detailed plan for consultations, drafting, timeline and sequence of steps, budget

requirements, fundraising strategy

Consultations, drafting and finalization of the IASC Protection Policy completed

GPC CoordinatorInter Action & OHCHR – TTPP 1234

This policy will be informed, inter alia, by the findings and recommendations of the independent whole-of-system review, the UN Human Rights Up Front Action Plan and other relevant studies, policy processes, and lessons learned. This activity will require a dedicated protection specialist to assist in undertaking a desk review, facilitating consultations, and drafting the policy itself. This drafting process will include a review and feedback phase by key stakeholders, including but not limited to: Task Team and individual agencies, field level review, HCs, GPC SAG, AoRs, GPC Coordinator, IASC WG, IASC Principals. The final version will be submitted to IASC Principals for endorsement.

ECHO funding (GPC/UNHCR) for partial activity

GPC retreat organizedGPC CoordinatorGPC Support CellGPC-ProCap

1234

Format and topics to be agreed within the SAG. The retreat should be used to inform the new multi-year Strategic Framework. Should include direct participation of field based protection cluster coordinators and co-facilitators.

Budgeted for by UNHCR

New GPC Strategic Framework established after consultations with GPC partners and relevant stakeholders

GPC CoordinatorGPC Support CellGPC-ProCap

1234

A new multi-year strategic framework will be developed based on consultations conducted (including but not limited to donors, Global Clusters, IASC, AoRs, Field Protection Cluster Coordinators and co-facilitators), informed by GPC retreat discussions, and steered by the GPC Coordinator in consultation with and direct involvement of SAG members.


OUTCOME 2.1EnhancedDonorEngagement


2.1.1 REGULAR DIALOGUE BETWEEN GPC MEMBERS AND DONOR GOVERNMENT REPRESENTATIVES

GPC – Donor dialogue convened UNHCR/InterAction (TT-DD) 1234

The GPC will form the Donor Dialogue Task Team under the co-leadership of InterAction and UNHCR and advertise it to all GPC members. After formation, the Task Team will draft a ToR, which will include the Task Team’s objectives, operating methods, and relationship and method of engagement with the field and the GPC SAG. Additionally, the Task Team will detail the parameters that it will use to facilitate dialogue during the GPC-Donor Dialogue discussion fora and will compile a donor contact list. The Task Team will thereafter consult with donors to determine a date and venue for the first GPC-Donor Dialogue discussion forum. The first discussion forum will be based upon the GPC Funding Study, and the TT-DD will ask donors to suggest follow-on discussion topics during the first forum. At least two discussion forums are expected to occur within 2015.

OUTCOME 2.2GlobalLevelPolicyDevelopedandSupported


2.2.1 GLOBAL STRATEGIC LEADERSHIP AND POLICY STRENGTHENED

Independent Whole-of-System Review finalised and disseminated

GPC CoordinatorInterAction/OHCHR (TT-PP)NRC

1234Funded by various donors

Preparation and planning for IASC Protection Policy carried out

InterAction/OHCHR (TT-PP) 1234

Upon receipt of the final whole-of-system review report and in consultation with the GPC Coordinator: – Organise findings and recommendations to identify issues to be addressed in policy and develop a

preliminary outline of policy – Develop a detailed plan for consultations, drafting, timeline and sequence of steps, budget

requirements, fundraising strategy

Consultations, drafting and finalization of the IASC Protection Policy completed

GPC CoordinatorInter Action & OHCHR – TTPP 1234

This policy will be informed, inter alia, by the findings and recommendations of the independent whole-of-system review, the UN Human Rights Up Front Action Plan and other relevant studies, policy processes, and lessons learned. This activity will require a dedicated protection specialist to assist in undertaking a desk review, facilitating consultations, and drafting the policy itself. This drafting process will include a review and feedback phase by key stakeholders, including but not limited to: Task Team and individual agencies, field level review, HCs, GPC SAG, AoRs, GPC Coordinator, IASC WG, IASC Principals. The final version will be submitted to IASC Principals for endorsement.

ECHO funding (GPC/UNHCR) for partial activity

GPC retreat organizedGPC CoordinatorGPC Support CellGPC-ProCap

1234

Format and topics to be agreed within the SAG. The retreat should be used to inform the new multi-year Strategic Framework. Should include direct participation of field based protection cluster coordinators and co-facilitators.


New GPC Strategic Framework established after consultations with GPC partners and relevant stakeholders

GPC CoordinatorGPC Support CellGPC-ProCap

1234

A new multi-year strategic framework will be developed based on consultations conducted (including but not limited to donors, Global Clusters, IASC, AoRs, Field Protection Cluster Coordinators and co-facilitators), informed by GPC retreat discussions, and steered by the GPC Coordinator in consultation with and direct involvement of SAG members.


2015 GPC Workplan


Engagement with IASC Task Teams

GPC CoordinatorInterAction/OHCHR (TT-PP) 1234

Engagement with IASC Task Teams, including on links to UN Human Rights Up Front Plan of Action, to inform the development of IASC protection policy and promote awareness of its relevant elements

2.2.2 SUBJECT-SPECIFIC ISSUES ADDRESSED

2 GPC roundtables organized on key emerging trends / protection concerns

GPC CoordinatorGPC-ProCapGPC Support CellGPC partners (TBD)

1234

Topics selected by GPC Coordinators in consultation with the SAG. Possible topics include: monitoring & reporting and link to response, safe areas, access / negotiations, transition / durable solutions, community based protection, engagement with missions. Based on the roundtable discussions, operational guidance might be developed or updated.


OUTCOME 2.3TargetedGlobalAdvocacy


2.3.1 CONTEXT-SPECIFIC AWARENESS RAISED AND ADVOCACY FOR PROTECTION CONDUCTED

Advocacy interventions from field protection clusters supported

GPC Coordinator UNICEF (Child Protection AoR)UNFPA/UNICEF (GBV AoR)

UNMAS (Mine Action AoR) UN-HABITAT (Housing, Land & Property AoR) GPC Ops Cell members

1234

These interventions could take the form of:

– dissemination of advocacy documents;

– organization of GPC briefings on countries or relevant topics with participation from the field;

– targeted outreach to appropriate stakeholder (e.g. another UN agencies or UN department of secreteriat, a country representation in Geneva, or other).

Written contributions on key emerging trends / protection concerns developed

GPC CoordinatorGPC SAGGPC partners (TBD)

1234

2 – 3 written contributions solicited from GPC, such as a contribution to the high level panel on peace operations, HRuF, WHS, etc. (For WHS, agency positions papers to be used as a basis for the GPC contribution).

OUTCOME 2.4EnhancedEngagementtoMainstreamProtectionandBuildCapacity


2.4.1 COLLABORATION ON PROTECTION MAINSTREAMING WITH GLOBAL PARTNERS STRENGTHENED

Increased engagement with IASC Accountability to Affected Populations Task Team

IRC/OCHA (TT-PM)GPC Support Cell 1234

TT-PM focal point attends and participates in AAP / PSEA meetings and events, engages on behalf of the TT-PM, and afterwards reports to the TT-PM.

Global Clusters supported in establishing minimum commitments on Protection Mainstreaming

IRC/OCHA (TT-PM) 1234

IRC and OCHA on behalf of the TT-PM will systematically coordinate with the GPC AoRs and to the extent possible other key stakeholders (e.g. Sphere, ProCap, Gender as well as representatives of Age and Diversity focused agencies and NGOs) to develop a coherent approach to Global Clusters, with a specific focus on WASH, Shelter and Food Security. Early Recovery has also expressed interest in starting a dialogue.



Engagement with IASC Task Teams

GPC CoordinatorInterAction/OHCHR (TT-PP) 1234

Engagement with IASC Task Teams, including on links to UN Human Rights Up Front Plan of Action, to inform the development of IASC protection policy and promote awareness of its relevant elements

2.2.2 SUBJECT-SPECIFIC ISSUES ADDRESSED

2 GPC roundtables organized on key emerging trends / protection concerns

GPC CoordinatorGPC-ProCapGPC Support CellGPC partners (TBD)

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Topics selected by GPC Coordinators in consultation with the SAG. Possible topics include: monitoring & reporting and link to response, safe areas, access / negotiations, transition / durable solutions, community based protection, engagement with missions. Based on the roundtable discussions, operational guidance might be developed or updated.


OUTCOME 2.3TargetedGlobalAdvocacy


2.3.1 CONTEXT-SPECIFIC AWARENESS RAISED AND ADVOCACY FOR PROTECTION CONDUCTED

Advocacy interventions from field protection clusters supported

GPC Coordinator UNICEF (Child Protection AoR)UNFPA/UNICEF (GBV AoR)

UNMAS (Mine Action AoR) UN-HABITAT (Housing, Land & Property AoR) GPC Ops Cell members

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These interventions could take the form of:

– dissemination of advocacy documents;

– organization of GPC briefings on countries or relevant topics with participation from the field;

– targeted outreach to appropriate stakeholder (e.g. another UN agencies or UN department of secreteriat, a country representation in Geneva, or other).

Written contributions on key emerging trends / protection concerns developed

GPC CoordinatorGPC SAGGPC partners (TBD)

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2 – 3 written contributions solicited from GPC, such as a contribution to the high level panel on peace operations, HRuF, WHS, etc. (For WHS, agency positions papers to be used as a basis for the GPC contribution).

OUTCOME 2.4EnhancedEngagementtoMainstreamProtectionandBuildCapacity


2.4.1 COLLABORATION ON PROTECTION MAINSTREAMING WITH GLOBAL PARTNERS STRENGTHENED

Increased engagement with IASC Accountability to Affected Populations Task Team

IRC/OCHA (TT-PM)GPC Support Cell 1234

TT-PM focal point attends and participates in AAP / PSEA meetings and events, engages on behalf of the TT-PM, and afterwards reports to the TT-PM.

Global Clusters supported in establishing minimum commitments on Protection Mainstreaming

IRC/OCHA (TT-PM) 1234

IRC and OCHA on behalf of the TT-PM will systematically coordinate with the GPC AoRs and to the extent possible other key stakeholders (e.g. Sphere, ProCap, Gender as well as representatives of Age and Diversity focused agencies and NGOs) to develop a coherent approach to Global Clusters, with a specific focus on WASH, Shelter and Food Security. Early Recovery has also expressed interest in starting a dialogue.

2015 GPC Workplan


2.4.2 GPC TRAINING MATERIALS DEVELOPED, INTEGRATED AND DISSEMINATED

Protection Mainstreaming modules integrated into existing training materials

IRC/OCHA (TT-PM) 1234 For example: HPC guidance, GBV guidance, etc.

Protection Mainstreaming e-learning module developed and disseminated

IRC/OCHA (TT-PM) 1234 E-learning modules to be developed based on the Protection Mainstreaming Training Package.

Training of Trainers for protection coordination manual developed

UNHCR/Oxfam (TT-L) 1234 The manual is being developed collectively by a number of TT-L members.

Repository of training materials updated

UNHCR/Oxfam (TT-L) 1234 http://www.globalprotectioncluster.org/en/field-support/training-and-learning/gpc-training-repository.html

GPC Task Team on Learning retreat conducted

UNHCR/Oxfam (TT-L) 1234 Strategic planning exercise for the TT-L (foreseen for November 2015)

OUTCOME 2.5StrengthenedGPCCommunication


2.5.1 UNDERSTANDING OF PROTECTION CLUSTERS' WORK ENHANCED

GPC Digests disseminated GPC Support Cell 1234www.globalprotectioncluster.org/en/news-and-publications/publications.html

Includes call for articles, editing, printing and disseminationBudgeted for by UNHCR

Website updated GPC Support Cell 1234 www.globalprotectioncluster.orgBudgeted for by UNHCR

Social media presence created (TBC)

GPC Support Cell 1234 Could include for example a facebook page or twitter

GPC Task Team on Learning Newsletter Disseminated

UNHCR/Oxfam (TT-L) 1234 http://www.globalprotectioncluster.org/en/publications-and-events/publications.html

Information sharing with partners strengthened

GPC Support Cell 1234Information sharing and communication channels among GPC partners (e.g. through website, regular mail-outs and updates).

GPC representation at key fora ensured

GPC Coordinator 1234

The GPC Coordinator represents the GPC and advocates for protection responses in all fora (e.g. ECOSOC, IASC Working Group, Global Cluster Coordinators Group, Rights Up Front Plan of Action, SG’s Decision on Durable Solutions, Protection of Civilians Working Group, Expert Groups).



2.4.2 GPC TRAINING MATERIALS DEVELOPED, INTEGRATED AND DISSEMINATED

Protection Mainstreaming modules integrated into existing training materials

IRC/OCHA (TT-PM) 1234 For example: HPC guidance, GBV guidance, etc.

Protection Mainstreaming e-learning module developed and disseminated

IRC/OCHA (TT-PM) 1234 E-learning modules to be developed based on the Protection Mainstreaming Training Package.

Training of Trainers for protection coordination manual developed

UNHCR/Oxfam (TT-L) 1234 The manual is being developed collectively by a number of TT-L members.

Repository of training materials updated

UNHCR/Oxfam (TT-L) 1234 http://www.globalprotectioncluster.org/en/field-support/training-and-learning/gpc-training-repository.html

GPC Task Team on Learning retreat conducted

UNHCR/Oxfam (TT-L) 1234 Strategic planning exercise for the TT-L (foreseen for November 2015)

OUTCOME 2.5StrengthenedGPCCommunication


2.5.1 UNDERSTANDING OF PROTECTION CLUSTERS' WORK ENHANCED

GPC Digests disseminated GPC Support Cell 1234www.globalprotectioncluster.org/en/news-and-publications/publications.html

Includes call for articles, editing, printing and disseminationBudgeted for by UNHCR

Website updated GPC Support Cell 1234 www.globalprotectioncluster.orgBudgeted for by UNHCR

Social media presence created (TBC)

GPC Support Cell 1234 Could include for example a facebook page or twitter

GPC Task Team on Learning Newsletter Disseminated

UNHCR/Oxfam (TT-L) 1234 http://www.globalprotectioncluster.org/en/publications-and-events/publications.html

Information sharing with partners strengthened

GPC Support Cell 1234Information sharing and communication channels among GPC partners (e.g. through website, regular mail-outs and updates).

GPC representation at key fora ensured

GPC Coordinator 1234

The GPC Coordinator represents the GPC and advocates for protection responses in all fora (e.g. ECOSOC, IASC Working Group, Global Cluster Coordinators Group, Rights Up Front Plan of Action, SG’s Decision on Durable Solutions, Protection of Civilians Working Group, Expert Groups).

SUMMARY


1.1 Increased Support to Field Protection Clusters

1.1.1 Field Guidance and Operational Support Provided

1.1.2 Coordination and Protection Toolbox Updated

1.1.3 Law and Policy Initiatives on Internal Displacement Supported

1.1.4 Durable Solutions Initiatives Supported

1.2 Strengthened Capacity of Field Protection Clusters

1.2.1 Capacity for Protection Cluster Coordination Enhanced

1.2.2 Capacity for Protection Responses Enhanced

1.2.3 Capacity of National NGOS Enhanced


2.1 Enhanced Donor Engagement

2.1.1 Regular Dialogue Between GPC Members and Donor Government Representatives

2.2 Global Level Policy Developed and Supported

2.2.1 Global Strategic Leadership and Policy Strengthened

2.2.2 Subject-SpecifiC Issues Addressed

2.3 Targeted Global Advocacy

2.3.1 Context-Specific Awareness Raised and Advocacy for Protection Conducted

2.4 Enhanced Engagement to Mainstream Protection and Build Capacity

2.4.1 Collaboration on Protection Mainstreaming With Global Partners Strengthened

2.4.2 GPC Training Materials Developed, Integrated and Disseminated

2.5 Strengthened GPC Communication

2.5.1 Understanding of Protection Clusters' Work Enhanced

GPC Lead Agency: UNHCR

GPC Support Cell: UNHCR, DRC, GPC-ProCap

Areas of Responsibility: UNICEF (Child Protection) UNFPA/UNICEF (Gender-Based Violence) UNMAS (Mine Action) UN-Habitat (Housing, Land and Property)

GPC Task Team on Protection Priority OHCHR and InterAction:Participation: Special Rapporteur for the Human Rights of IDPs, DRC, NRC, IRC, OHCHR, InterAction, UNHCR, IOM, UNICEF, UNDP, OCHA, Oxfam, WHO, ICRC, WFP, UNFPA/UNICEF (GBV AoR), UNICEF (Child Protection AoR), UN-HABITAT (HLP AoR), UNMAS (Mine Action AoR)

GPC Task Team on Learning UNHCR and Oxfam (tbc):Participation: OCHA, HelpAge, UNICEF (Child Protection AoR), IFRC, IRC/OCHA (GPC Task Team on Protection Mainstreaming), ProCap, DRC, IOM, InterAction, UNMAS (Mine Action AoR), NRC, IDMC, CAFOD, UNFPA, ICRC, Stand by partner training secretariat (SBPT), World Vision, UNHCR, IRC, UNFPA/IMC (GBV Learning Task Team), OHCHR, Oxfam, Disaster Ready, Handicap International, UNFPA

GPC Task Team on Protection Mainstreaming IRC and OCHA: Participation:IRC, NRC, Oxfam, InterAction, WFP, UNICEF (Global WASH Cluster), WFP/FAO (Global Food Security Cluster), UNHCR/IFRC (Global Shelter Cluster), World Vision, UNHCR, OCHA, UNICEF, IOM, Handicap-International, HelpAge, Concern, Cafod, Christian-Aid, Save the Children, CARE International, Global Communities, DRC, Act For Peace, IMC, Terre des Hommes, The Sphere Project, UNFPA/UNICEF (GBV AoR), UNICEF(Child Protection AoR), UN-HABITAT (HLP AoR), UNMAS (Mine Action AoR), UNHCR/Oxfam (GPC Task Team on Learning), UNHCR/ActionAid International (IASC Accountability to Affected Populations Task Team), OHCHR, IOM/UNHCR (Global CCCM Cluster), FAO, IFRC, ICRC, UNFPA, UN-Habitat, WHO

GPC Task Team on Law and Policy IDMC and UNHCR: Participation:UNHCR, OHCHR, InterAction, NRC, Unitarian Universalist Service Committee, Special Rapporteur for the Human Rights of IDPs, Oxfam, DRC, Save the Children, PHAP, UNRWA, IFRC, ICRC

GPC Task Team on Donor Dialogue UNHCR and InterAction: Participation:InterAction, UNHCR, IRC, OHCHR, OCHA, NRC, UNMAS (Mine Action AoR), UNICEF (Child Protection AoR)

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