Child Protection Assistant (MHPSS) - Ukhiya Base

Job Description

Title: Child Protection Assistant (MHPSS) - Ukhiya Base

Company Name: Terre des hommes

Vacancy: --

Age: Na

Job Location: Cox`s Bazar (Ukhia)

Salary: Tk. 39600 - 44352 (Monthly)

Experience:

• At least 1 years
• The applicants should have experience in the following business area(s): NGO

• University degree in psychology, educational psychology, counselling psychology, social work, social studies or other related discipline

• At least 1 years
• The applicants should have experience in the following business area(s): NGO

• Basic IT knowledge (Microsoft Office, Internet, excel, KOBO, and Survey CTO)

• Knowledge of child protection minimum standard, previous experience in Structured PSS activities is highly desirable, and Previous experience in working with youth target groups is of benefit.

• Fluency in Chittagong dialect is a must

• Good mastery of Bangla and English desirable

• Excellent facilitation skills

• Have good collaboration with block majhis and local community representatives.

• Leadership skills and a good image in the community.

• Ability to identify beneficiaries who needs support.

• Respect and Abide by Tdh`s internal code of conduct and child protection policy

• Familiarity in implementing structured PSS activities and curriculums.

• Experience in outreach and engaging vulnerable children and caregivers.

• Ability to document, report, and maintain accurate records.

• Skills in facilitating referrals and coordinating with CP and non-CP actors.

• Competence in collecting and utilizing beneficiary feedback to improve activities.

• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.

• Empathy and ability to connect with children and families.

• Excellent organizational and time-management abilities.

• Teamwork and collaboration with colleagues and volunteers.

• Commitment to safeguarding and ethical practices.

Under the guidance of the PSS Technical Specialist and MH Technical Specialist, and direct supervision of Child Protection Officer (MHPSS), Child Protection Assistant (MHPSS) provides structured, age, gender and needs-appropriate PSS activities and community-based activities for children, adolescents and caregivers.

Implementation of MHPSS activities

• Facilitate/Implement static/mobile MHPSS activities including Structured PSS Curriculum Khushir Khorak, Youcreate art action research, Mens and Boys Engagement, Girl Shine and Sports for Protection with children and youth for well-being and building resiliency
• Implement Problem Management Plus (PM+) intervention to adolescents (16+) and adults/caregivers
• Conduct outreach to identify the most vulnerable children and adolescents (with a focus on the inclusion of children with disabilities) and their caregivers and encourage their participation in PSS activities.
• Contribute to needs assessment, including child-led safety mapping and community consultations
• Prepare weekly/monthly work plans with clear objectives setting short-term, mid-term and long-term target priorities
• Document registration, consent, referrals and attendance in Tdh’s databases and Record keeping with daily, weekly, and monthly reporting as per project target
• Ensure regular communication with the line manager on activities' updates, and achievements and provide daily, weekly and monthly activity updates.
• Collection of project materials from Tdh officers, distribution during activities, and restoration in a safe place after activities.
• Facilitate internal and external referrals of children in need of additional support, care or protection
• Plan needed PSS supplies, and maintenance needs and ensure materials are securely stored
• Conduct participatory MEAL activities to collect beneficiaries’ feedback and opinions on the quality and satisfaction with the activities and ensure this feedback informs implementation
• Provide effective supervision, mentorship, coaching and guidance to child protection volunteers, community volunteers, security guards and other volunteers.
• Family Strengthening Support.
• Conduct Effective Parenting sessions to the parents/caregivers as a part of Tdh Family Strengthening Approach.
• Ensure the proper identification and referral services from the group session for the children, adolescents, and parents/caregivers.
• Support to develop, contextualize, and adapt new MHPSS resources based on findings from community consultations including with children, adolescents and caregivers that are gender, age, and disability sensitive.
• Conduct community outreach activities to identify most vulnerable children (with a focus on inclusion of children with disabilities) and their caregivers and encourage their participation in other CP activities.
• Coordination and representation
• Establish and maintain positive and efficient relations with target beneficiaries, community members, Tdh partners, CP and non-CP actors, formal and informal local authorities, Site Management, CiC etc
• Maintain close coordination with Case Management, Mental Health, and GBV team for a smooth internal referral process
• Participate in forums and meetings held at the Camp/ host community level, when relevant and necessary
• Child Protection/ Safeguarding
• Promote inclusion and equal access for every child, paying particular attention to the most vulnerable and at-risk children and children with disabilities
• Identify potential cases of children in need of additional support, care or protection and refer them for support.
• Maintain strict confidentiality regarding information and data of beneficiaries at all times
• Ensure Child Protection Minimum Standards are mainstreamed into all activities
• Report serious cases of abuse committed against children to the Safe Guarding Focal/ CFRM. Strict confidentiality must be respected.
• Other
• Fully comply with Tdh Code of Conduct and ensure Child Safeguarding Policy is upheld at all times
• Ensure adherence to Tdh standards and quality requirements in all the project activities.
• The tasks and responsibilities defined in this job description are not exhaustive and can evolve depending on the project's needs.

• Mobile bill,Weekly 2 holidays
• Festival Bonus: 2

• Severance Pay

• Life Insurance for employees

• Health Insurance for the employees and dependents