Internal /External Vacancy Announcement
INTRODUCTION
Save the Children believes every child deserves a future. In Ethiopia and around the world, we give children a healthy start in life, the opportunity to learn and protection from harm. We do whatever it takes for children – every day and in times of crisis – transforming their lives and the future we share.
Save the Children (SC) has opening for the following position. If you are interested to join our team, please review below each position’s specification and requirement to help you make a decision.
Job Title | Child Protection Officer |
Code | 004 |
Place of Work | Gambella Regional State |
Programme/Unit | Gambella Emergency for South Sudan |
Monthly Salary | Based on the Organization Scale |
Length of Contract | Until August 31, 2017 with possible extension |
The Child Protection Officer has responsibility to initiate, oversee and support the implementation of Child Protection strategies and activities at the Gambella Refugee Camps and at the entry points. The CP Officer will be responsible for coordinating the work of and providing guidance to the Community CP Social Workers. The post-holder will report to the Child Protection Coordinator with technical relationship with CP manager.
Key Accountabilities
Manage and support the individual case management process including identification, documentation and referrals.
Provide problem solving solutions to social workers.
Coordinate with other agencies relating to interagency Child Protection issues arising at camp level.
Liaise with local ARRA leadership regarding Child Protection issues to be addressed at community level.
Facilitate regular meetings with local community leaders (zone leaders / block leaders) regarding community based child protection interventions and actions;
Ensure the correct management of Child Protection Information Management System (CPIMS) documentation at camp level;
Facilitate participatory analysis and planning at block levels to identify and prioritise risks posed to children;
Provide CP social Workers with technical support regarding complex cases or specific technical difficulties
Responsible for the overall project implementation, works with and supervises the activities of Community based Incentive Social workers at the Child Friendly Spaces
Contribute to the design of an overall programme contingency plan.
Produce timely progress reports, including both quantitative and qualitative information, on CP activities and input into regular situation reports.
Identify and build links with other partners, ensuring that issues for child protection are raised and addressed.
Comply with all relevant Save the Children policies and procedures with respect to Child Protection, health and safety, equal opportunities and other relevant policies
Knowledge of refugee operations; knowledge of the area is an added advantage;
Experience in designing and facilitating training sessions;
Experience in working in an insecure environment