Save the Children: 2019 Programme Coordinator Child Protection Job
Save the Children International is currently recruiting for a Project Coordinator, Child Protection BPRM Project at our Arua Office.
The Project Coordinator is responsible for managing the implementation of Child Protection Program activities in either Imvepi and Kiryandongo, mentoring and coaching staff and to represent and advocate for Save the Children’s work and organizational priorities in child protection with a wide range of external parties including Government (OPM), communities, donors during field visits, and other humanitarian agencies operating in the area. The incumbent will be expected to provide leadership and guidance to the project implementing team.
To be successful for this role, you will have/bring the following:
- Degree in social work/social sciences or equivalent.
- Minimum of three years’ relevant work experience in child protection programs.
- Previous experience of managing a team of implementing staff in Implementation of project activities
- Demonstrable experience of using current quality standards and guidelines for child protection programs.
- Strong planning and organizational skills to meet project goals.
- Experience of managing the project cycle, including implementation and report writing, Monitoring and evaluation.
- Solid knowledge base and practical experience in community based child protection approaches,
- Case management and child participation methodologies.
The organization:
We employ approximately 25,000 people across the globe and work on the ground in over 100 countries to help children affected by crises, or those that need better healthcare, education and protection. We also campaign and advocate at the highest levels to realize children’s rights and ensure their voices are heard.
We are working towards 3 breakthroughs in how the world treats children by 2030:
- No child dies from preventable causes before their 5th birthday
- All children learn from a quality basic education and that,
- Violence against children is no longer tolerated
Application information
Please apply in English saving your CV and covering letter as a single document. Please apply online by following this linkhttps://uganda.savethechildren.net/careers indicating 3 referees, two of whom should have been your direct supervisors.Important to note:
* Testimonials/certificates SHOULD NOT be attached to application that is submitted online. Hand delivered applications will not be accepted and are therefore not considered during the shortlisting process.
Application closes on September 06, 2019 at midnight Uganda time.
We need to keep children safe so our selection process, which includes rigorous background checks, reflects our commitment to the protection of children from abuse.
Location: Uganda, Uganda
Contract – Full-Time
Closing date: Friday 6 September 2019
All jobs close at midnight UK time on the date specified