Officer - Safeguarding

Responsibilities & Context

Save the Children invites applications for the above-mentioned position. We are committed to equal employment opportunities, regardless of gender, sexual orientation, race, colour, ethnic origin, nationality, disability, age, or beliefs and religion. We are committed to diversifying our staff to better represent the communities we serve and actively welcome underrepresented groups to apply.

The Opportunity: Under the direct supervision of the Head of Safeguarding, the role holder will be responsible for facilitating Safeguarding activities and arrangements within the Field Office and its partners, ensuring that these are in line with SCI policies and CO operational plan. Working with the concerned managers of the FO, s/he will run Safeguarding awareness raising programs among staff, partners, volunteers and beneficiaries and will make sure that all Safeguarding concerns and incidents are reported to the management following the set protocol. S/he will monitor the Safeguarding risk mitigation process of individual projects, will participate in domestic investigations, and deliver quality reports. The incumbent will be based in Rangpur providing Safeguarding related supports to both Rangpur and Gaibandha FOs.

Education

Bachelor degree, preferably in English/Public Administration/Law/International Relations / Business Studies or in any other relevant subjects from a reputed university.

Experience

At least 2 years

Additional Requirements

At least 2 years’ experience in relevant areas

Excellent verbal communication and report writing skills in English

Good computer skill specially in MS office package

Excellent interpersonal skills

Ability to work under immense pressure situation

Self-suf?cient, proactive and self-motivating

Ability to prioritize and deal with competing demands to deliver results

Female candidates from the Northern region of Bangladesh will be given preference