Child Protection Officer
Job Description
Title: Child Protection Officer
Company Name: Danish Refugee Council
Vacancy: Not specific
Job Location: Cox's Bazar
Employment Status: Full-time
Educational Requirements:
∎ University degree in Social Sciences, Development Studies, Guidance and counselling or relevant fields.
Experience Requirements:
∎ At least 2 year(s)
Job Context:
∎ The Danish Refugee Council (DRC), one of the world`s leading NGOs, with a focus on responding to displacement, have been registered in Bangladesh since 2013. In 2017, in response to the Rohingya influx, DRC launched an integrated program of support to the government in site management, shelter/NFI and protection. In 2018, DRC started implementing aid projects in support of the host communities most affected by the influx of refugees. As a key part of this, DRC opened a main office in Cox`s Bazar, and a support/liaison office in Dhaka.
∎ POSITION PROFILE
∎ The Child Protection Officer`s primary function is to ensure quality implementation of the Child protection thematic area in synergy with the larger protection and gender-based violence components which constitute the overall DRC programmed in Cox`s Bazar. S/he is responsible to oversee Camp/host community location for child protection activities, including community based child protection mechanism, awareness session, capacity building for Adolescents, parents, community and other stakeholders, internal and external coordination including with different service providers for service referral, leading the volunteers at the field level. The CP Officer-outreach, in collaboration with the CP Team Leader, is also responsible for representing DRC in any relevant field based thematic meetings with stakeholders and others needed. In addition, S/he will be responsible for ensuring that the work of the team is compliant with donors and internal DRC reporting and accountability policy and procedures. S/he along with child protection team leaders is responsible for quality child protection intervention at field level.
∎ The CP Officer-Outreach is also responsible to develop/strengthen relationships with agencies, governance structures (such as the CiCs) - at the field level - in close cooperation with the Child Protection Team Leader.
∎ Type of contract: National
∎ Employment Band: H
∎ Start date: As soon as possible
∎ Duty station: Cox`s Bazar
∎ Closing Date for Application: 1st February 2022
Job Responsibilities:
∎ Ensure daily quality implementation, monitoring and evaluation of child protection- related projects and interventions.
∎ Engage with the community and community representatives to understand needs and gaps in child protection programming.
∎ Maintain close contacts with local authorities such as CiCs in the refugee settlement; intervene as and when necessary to protect children.
∎ Take a leading role in setting up Child Friendly Spaces (CFS) - liaising with the community.
∎ Ensure community-based child protection mechanism with engagement of children, parents, community and other relevant stakeholders.
∎ Ensure an effective referral mechanism with different stakeholders and other sectors (intra and extra).
∎ Take a leading role in setting up the mobile outreach component for girls - identifying needs and designing the modality reflective of that.
∎ Support child protection cases that come through the information hubs/community service desks in ensuring services respond to the needs of persons of concern, provide them information and resources to access services and make appropriate referrals to other service providers if required.
∎ Identification of youth leaders and providing technical guidance and support to establish a programme for the CFS.
∎ Support systems and operational procedures of out of home care programs including support systems for foster parents, caregivers, and families.
∎ Assess the knowledge and utilization of health and other services available for the children.
∎ Ensure updated filing and documentation of child protection cases in DRC standard tools
Additional Requirements:
∎ Minimum of 2 years' experience working with vulnerable communities, basic needs, and distribution programming experience, and/or advocacy programs.
∎ Experience in protection interventions in line with Refugees operation.
∎ Experience of working with UN or Non-Governmental organizations.
∎ Good communication skills and ability to conduct training and awareness.
∎ Computer skills (Microsoft Outlook, Word, Excel).
∎ Good organizational and management skills.
∎ LANGUAGES
∎ English (Fluent in writing and speaking).
∎ Bengali (Fluent in writing and speaking).
∎ Chittagonian (Preferable).
∎ ALL EMPLOYEES ARE EXPECTED TO DEMONSTRATE DRC FIVE CORE COMPETENCIES
∎ Striving for excellence: You focus on reaching results while ensuring an efficient process.
∎ Collaborating: You involve relevant parties and encourage feedback.
∎ Taking the lead: You take ownership and initiative while aiming for innovation.
∎ Communicating: You listen and speak effectively and honestly.
∎ Demonstrating integrity: You act in line with DRC's vision and values.
Compensation & Other Benefits:
∎ Two bonus per year
∎ Relocation allowance
∎ Mobile Allowance
∎ Leave Encashment
∎ Group life Insurance including Family
∎ Dental and Optical benefits
∎ Gratuity
∎ Excellent Working Environment and opportunity to Growth
∎ Various learning and development platforms
Job Source: Bdjobs.com Online Job Posting.
Application Deadline: 1 Feb 2022
Company Information:
∎ 26 Jan 2022
∎ Danish Refugee Council
∎ Address : Sayeman Heritage Residence (1st Floor), Sayeman Road, Baharchara, Cox's Bazar, Bangladesh
∎ Web : WWW.DRC.NGO
Category: NGO/Development
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Source: bdjobs.com
Deadline Expired on 1st Feb 2022
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