Child Protection Manager at Save the Children, April
2018
CHILD
PROTECTION MANAGER
CHILD
SAFEGUARDING:
Level
3: the responsibilities of the post may
require the post holder to have regular contact with or access to children or
young people
Background
Due to
political unrest in Burundi high numbers of refugees escaping into neighbouring
countries of DRC, Uganda, Rwanda & Tanzania. The current Burundian refugee
population in Tanzania is over 172,000 of which over 55% are children. SCI is
implementing an
integrated
child protection and education programme in Burundi refugees in Nyarugusu and
Nduta camps in Kasulu and Kibondo
districts and with possibility to scale up the response to cover Congolese new
arrivals in Nyarugusu camp. The latter is host to refugees from DR Congo and
Burundi..
ROLE
PURPOSE:
The
position is responsible for managing the implementation of Child Protection
Programme activities in the Kasulu/Kibondo area 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 representatives,
communities, donors, UN and other humanitarian agencies operating in the area.
Provide leadership and guidance to the programme team
SCOPE OF
ROLE:
The
position is responsible for managing the implementation of Child Protection
Programme activities in the Kasulu/Kibondo area 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 representatives,
communities, donors, UN and other humanitarian agencies operating in the area.
Provide leadership and guidance to the programme team
Reports
to: Field Manager
Working
Contacts
External
The job
holder is required to have regular contact with the donor partners, other child
protection organization, children, Host community, and Government organization.
Internal
The job
requires the job holder to have direct relationship with all staff and
management at all levels in ensuring the organizational policies and
procedures.
Key
Areas of Accountability:
Manage
all aspects of the implementation of the child protection programme in Kigoma
and ensure the quality of child protection programming and adherence to best
practice standards for the sector.
Ensure
coherence of programme activities with Save the Children’s Humanitarian
Response Strategy
Link
programme activities to the organisation’s global strategyEnsure that programme
activities contribute to Save the Children programme and advocacy
prioritiesIdentify and build links with other programme sectors, ensuring that
issues for child protection are raised and addressed
Ensure
programme activities in the operational area are well monitored to assess their
ability to fulfil the requirements of approved Save the Children Thematic and
Annual Operational Plans.
Lead the
development of a comprehensive implementation strategy with clear benchmark
indicators and work plans.Work with staff to ensure effective monitoring,
evaluation and documentation of programme activities.Produce timely reports,
including monthly internal progress reports, and all required reports to the
donor agencies.Highlight and follow up on capacity assessment and capacity
building plans for implementing partners in Kigoma to ensure quality CP
programming for Host communityCoordinate inputs from Protection Unit and advise
on protection specific activities in the development and design of proposals
and projects.
Overall
management responsibility for all Area Office Child Protection staff.
Lead and
motivate the team to ensure effective implementation of programme activities,
including by providing technical support to ensure programme qualityEnsure
there are regular staff team meetingsEnsure key problems are brought to the
attention of the field HR and Administration Coordinator and the Area Programme
Manager for discussion and reviewMonitor and support child protection staff in
implementing Save the Children project management systems and guidelines to
ensure the smooth implementation of approved activities.Ensure appropriate
induction, training and follow-up in grants/financial management, logistics and
security guidelines, monitoring and evaluation procedures and guidelines.Make
regular visits to the camp offices and project activities in the neighbouring
communities.Assist the Coordinators in identifying technical support required from
technical support staff (including from Save the Children members) in the
implementation, monitoring and evaluation of programme activities. Liaise with key departments in the CO, region
and in member offices on technical issues to ensure adherence to SCI best
practice approach for child protection in refugee camp situations.Identify,
analyse and engage in advocacy opportunities to influence key donors’ plans and
policies to promote attention to and sufficient resources for awareness raising
on the Humanitarian Codes of Conduct and the IASC Action Plan to prevent the
sexual exploitation of women and children.Coordinate with Field Human Resource
and Administration, Logistics, and Finance departments to ensure effective use
and delivery of Save the Children resources.
Oversee and ensure effective budget management through close monitoring
and reporting on financial information.Participate in mid-term or final
evaluations and ensure lessons contribute to the development of future CP
programme work.Participate in and strengthen interagency coordination on child
protection, leading and guiding the agenda and ensuring that the critical
protection needs of children are profiled, through close liaison with
Government, UNICEF and other UN agencies, civil society and other stakeholders.
Staff
Management, Mentorship, and Development
Manage
performance of direct reports in the work area through:Effective use of the
Performance Management System including the establishment of clear, measureable
objectives, ongoing feedback, periodic reviews and fair and unbiased
evaluations;Coaching, mentoring and other developmental
opportunities;Recognition and rewards for outstanding performance;Documentation
of performance that is less than satisfactory, with appropriate performance
improvements/ work plans.Build the capacity of staff to monitor/ manage grants
and awards as well as understand and implement compliance requirements from
donors, Save the Children and/or the Government of Kenya.Maintain clear
communication with both the functional (direct) line manager and the technical
manager to foster a smooth working relation under existing matrix structure.
Competencies
Leading
Delivering
Results: Takes personal responsibility and holds others to account to deliver
our ambitious goals for children, continually improving own performance or that
of the team/organisation.Developing Self and Others: Invests time and energy to
actively develop self and others to help realise their full potential, and to
build the organisation’s capability for the future.Leading and Inspiring
Others: Demonstrates leadership in all our work, role models our values and
articulates a compelling vision to inspire others to achieve goals for our
children.
Thinking
Problem
Solving and Decision Making: Takes effective, considered and timely decisions
by gathering and evaluating relevant information from within or outside the
organisation and making appropriate judgements.Applying Technical Expertise:
Applies the required technical and professional expertise to the highest
standards, promotes and shares best practices within and outside the
organisation.Innovating and Adapting: Develops and implements innovative
solutions to adapt and succeed in an ever – changing, uncertain work and global
environment.
Engaging
Working
Effectively with others: Works collaboratively to achieve shared goals and
thrives on diversity of people and perspectives. Knows when to lead and when to
follow and how to ensure effective cross- boundary working.Communicating with
Impact: Communicates clearly and confidently with others to engage and
Influence, Promotes dialogue and ensures timely and appropriate messages,
building confidence and trust with others.Networking: Builds and uses
sustainable relationships and networks to support the work of Save the
Children.
Qualifications
and Experience
Required
Master’s Degree social work/social sciences or equivalent.Minimum of five (5)
years relevant international work experience in child protection
programmes.Previous experience of managing a child protection programme in a
complex emergency/refugee context.Demonstrable experience of using current
quality standards and guidelines for child protection programmes.Strong
planning and organisational skills to meet programme goals.Experience of managing
the programme cycle, including assessments, proposal and report writing,
Monitoring and evaluation. Solid knowledge base and practical experience in
community based child protection approaches, case management and child
participation methodologies.Strong experience and skills in management of staff
from different backgrounds.Experience in building relationships, fostering
interagency coordination and experience of representing an organisation to
external parties.Strong self-starter, able to set up and manage child
protection programmes.Experience in working in an insecure and politically
sensitive environment.Commitment to Save the Children’s Child Protection
Policy.Strong computer skills, including the use of email and the
internet.Fluency in written and spoken English and Kiswahili.
Desirable
Qualifications
Understanding
of Eastern Africa and the Great lakes and the dynamics of the conflicts in the
region.Experience of implementing the Interagency Database for Unaccompanied
and Separated Children and UNHCR BID process.Experience of rolling out Child
Protection Policies within organisational structures.
Competencies:
Has
high-level communication skills’, including engaging and informative formal
public speaking.Fluent in English and Kiswahili (both spoken and written).
Working knowledge of local language strongly preferredAble to work effectively
in a multi-cultural environment.Sets high standards for quality and
consistently achieves project goals.Maintains and extends an effective network
of individuals within the organisation and with government and development
partnerNegotiates effectively by exploring a range of possibilities.Demonstrates
and shares detailed technical knowledge and expertise.Proven ability to lead
and work as a team.
Additional
job responsibilities
The
duties and responsibilities as set out above are not exhaustive and the role
holder may be required to carry out additional duties within reasonableness of
their level of skills and experience.
Equal
Opportunities
The role
holder is required to carry out the duties in accordance with the SCI Equal
Opportunities and Diversity policies and procedures.
Health
and Safety
The role
holder is required to carry out the duties in accordance with SCI Health and
Safety policies and procedures.
Location:
Kigoma Region, Refugee Camps , to be based in Kibondo district, Tanzania
Contract
- Full-Time
Closing
date: Tuesday 24 April 2018
All jobs
close at midnight UK time on the date specified