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Save the Children in South Sudan is looking for highly skilled and qualified persons for the following positions:
Job Title: Child Protection Project Officer
Location: Akobo East
Period: 4 months with possibility of extension
Job Purpose
The post holder will facilitate all child protection activities under the Nutrition CIDA project. The post holder will strive to uphold child protection best practise at all times and to inform the community and local authorities of appropriate measures to uphold the best interests of the child.
Key accountabilities
· Work with CP project officer to carry out community mobilization activities and liaise with community based child protection network and Payam local authority
· Assess the situation and child protection issues of concerns and report to the Project Officer and the Child Protection Assistant Project Manager
· Document all individual cases for tracing and reunification purposes
· Work closely with the Project Officer in tracing, verification, return, reintegration, follow-up and monitoring of separated, unaccompanied and missing children.
· Attend monthly coordination meeting with implementing partners – SSRRC, community leaders, schools, CBCPNs, local CBOs and child right clubs
· With support of Child Protection Project Officer, work with SCISS colleagues in other sectors, counterparts, community leaders and other agencies to increase children’s participation in community activities and access to community resources
· Supervise SCiSS partners in their work
· Regularly assess the child protection and child rights context of the area and monitor violation of child rights and human rights under the guidance of the CPO and report back to the CP Project Manager for further advocacy and follow-up
· With support of Child Protection Project Officer support the development of community structures and systems to address child protection concerns and support the reintegration of children into community (includes youth groups and community based child protection network)
· Undertake sensitisation activities and facilitate trainings aimed at increasing the understanding of all actors and community members about child protection issues and advocate for actions that are in the best interests of the child
· Represent SCISS in Payams and Bomas level as requested by the CPO
· Communicate progress and constraints weekly in written report to the CP Project Officer and the Child Protection Assistant Project Manager
· Make proper return for the funds used and receipt for use and ensure financial accountability is done on time
· The successful candidate must comply with all relevant Save the Children policies and procedures with respect to Child Safeguarding, Code of Conduct, health and safety, security, equal opportunities and other relevant policies.
· Carry out the responsibilities of the role in a way which reflects Save the Children's commitment to safeguarding children in accordance the Child Protection Policy
· Any other activities that may arise in relation to the above work.
Due to the nature of the programme's work and the situation in South Sudan, these responsibilities may change and will be regularly reviewed under our appraisal system.
PERSON SPECIFICATION:
The post holder will be from the areas of operation, thereby having a comprehensive understanding of the area, the people, their culture and language, and their child protection concerns. He/she should have the ability to plan and ensure the implementation of activities, and to manage resources effectively.
Essential requirements:
- Certificate or Diploma in Social Work, or relevant qualification
- Spoken and written English to an acceptable standard
- Sudanese, fluent in Nuer
- Experience in interview techniques (child friendly)
- Good understanding of community politics and traditional networks in Jonglei
- Experience working with children, families, schools and community groups
- Experience in community facilitation and mobilisation
- Be comfortable communicating with local leaders, parents, teachers etc.
- Be comfortable communicating with children and young people, skilled at observing and participating in children’s activities (e.g. able to follow children’s lead).
- Be both self-reliant and have the ability to cooperate with others
- Be physically fit, able to walk/cycle substantial distances
- Ability to understand and represent SCISS Child Protection policies and approach
- Ability and willingness to work through line management and also under limited/distance supervision
- Gender awareness and sensitivity
· Understanding of issues of confidentiality
· High degree of initiative and responsibility
Save the Children work with children, communities and government all over the world and we believe in the right person for the job. Because Save the Children‘s work is based on deeply held values and principles, it is essential that our commitment to children‘s right and humanitarian principles is supported and demonstrated by all members of staff.
Save the Children‘s child safeguarding policy and code of conduct sets out the standards which all staff members must adhere to. We need to keep children safe so our selection process reflects our commitment to the protection of children from abuse.Save the Children promotes equality of opportunity and strive for a representative workforce. We strongly encourage people from all social, economic, ethnic, religious and racial backgrounds and we actively encourage people with disabilities to apply for positions. Save the Children values diversity.
Interested applicants should send their applications and CV with 3 professional referees addressed by email to;
Deliver hard copies to our field office in Akobo east addressed to- Human Resources
Closing date for submission of applications is 11th September 2012.
Only shortlisted candidates shall be contacted & applications shall be reviewed for interview as they are received.
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