Child Protection Assistant - Ukhiya

Job Description

Title: Child Protection Assistant - Ukhiya

Company Name: Terre des hommes

Vacancy: --

Age: At least 20 years

Job Location: Cox`s Bazar (Ukhia)

Salary: Tk. 39600 (Monthly)

Experience:

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

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

• Age At least 20 years

• Minimum 1 year experience in implementing GBV and CP program within Rohingya context is desired for this position.

• Knowledge of the Rohingya refugee crisis and Response

• Knowledge of the Child Protection Minimum Standards and protection principle; expertise in government liaison

• Previous experience in implementing structured CP and GBV Prevention activities is highly desirable.

• Previous experience working with adolescents and youth will be considered an advantage.

• Skilled in GBV and CP interventions, training facilitation, and community engagement

• Good conceptual and practical knowledge of the Child Protection System in Bangladesh

• Good command of Bangla and English desirable

• Excellent facilitation and communication skills

• Ability to work within a team

• Ability to establish and maintain effective collaboration with majhis and local community representatives.

• Demonstrated leadership skills and a positive reputation within the community.

• Ability to identify beneficiaries who require support and refer them to appropriate services.

• Commitment to respecting and adhering to Terre des hommes’ Code of Conduct and Child Safeguarding Policy.

• Fluency in the Rohingya/Chittagong dialect is essential

• Good command of Bangla and English desirable

• Basic IT skills, including proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, internet usage, Excel, Kobo, and SurveyCTO.

• Must be willing and able to travel to the camp location five days a week.

• Project locations are in remote areas in refugee camps. Staff is expected to live in his/her base location.

Description of the position:

Under the direct supervision of the Child Protection Officer, the Child Protection Assistant is responsible for providing structured, age-, gender-, and needs-appropriate psychosocial support and community-based activities for children, adolescents, and caregivers.

Specific responsibilities:

Implementation of CP and GBV Prevention Activities

• Facilitate Child Protection and GBV Prevention activities, including PSS, life skills, youth engagement, sports for protection, and PM+ interventions.

• Conduct outreach to identify and engage vulnerable children, adolescents, and persons with disabilities.

• Organize and support Community-Based Child Protection Committees (CBCPCs).

• Monitor activity quality, ensure compliance with Tdh standards, and recommend improvements.

• Support needs assessments, safety mapping, and community consultations.

• Maintain beneficiary records, referrals, reports, and activity data.

• Provide regular updates to the line manager on progress, achievements, and challenges.

• Manage project materials and facilitate internal and external referrals.

• Supervise, mentor, and support volunteers and community-based actors.

• Conduct MEAL activities and integrate beneficiary feedback into programming.

Family Strengthening Support

• Facilitate Effective Parenting sessions for parents and caregivers.

• Identify and refer children, adolescents, and caregivers needing additional support.

• Support the development and adaptation of child-friendly, gender-sensitive, and disability-inclusive resources.

• Conduct community outreach to strengthen participation in protection activities.

Coordination and Representation

• Maintain effective relationships with beneficiaries, community members, partners, authorities, and protection stakeholders.

• Coordinate closely with the Case Management team to ensure effective referrals.

• Participate in relevant coordination meetings and forums.

Child Protection and Safeguarding

• Promote inclusion and equal access for all children, especially vulnerable and at-risk groups.

• Identify and refer children requiring protection and specialized support.

• Ensure confidentiality and compliance with Child Protection Minimum Standards.

• Report safeguarding concerns in line with Tdh policies and procedures.

Other Responsibilities

• Comply with the Tdh Code of Conduct, Child Safeguarding Policy, and quality standards.

• Perform any other duties assigned by the supervisor relevant to the role.

The responsibilities outlined above are not exhaustive and may evolve according to project needs.

• Two festival bonuses per year

• Severance pay

• Life insurance for the employee

• Health insurance for the employees and dependents

• Mobile bill coverage

• 18 days annual leave, 14 days sick leave, 10 days casual leave, along with special leave as per organizational policy

These benefits are administered following national staff regulations and it`s amendments.