Save the Children recruits 01 Child Protection Programme Manager
Child Protection Programme Manager
Role Purpose:
The Programme Manager is accountable for providing management and oversight of the implementation of CP programmes in Development and Emergency Sectors.
In the event of a major humanitarian emergency, the role holder will be expected to work outside the normal job description and be able to vary working hours accordingly.
Qualifications and experience
Degree or Master Degree level in Social Sciences
Degree or Master Degree level in Social Sciences
University degree and 3-5 years of relevant area work experience or equivalent
Strong demonstrable skills and experience in programme management, monitoring, evaluation, learning and accountability – including budget holding responsibilities;
Substantial budget holding responsibilities – experience of managing an annual budget of approximately $ 800,000
Problem-solving and decision-making skills
Proven leadership skills – previous experience of line managing staff;
High level report writing skills in English;
Senior expertise in the thematic areas of Child Protection will be considered as strong assets
Contract length: Open Ended
The Organisation
We employ approximately 25,000 people across the globe and work on the ground in over 100 countries to help children affected by crises, or those that need better healthcare, education and child protection. We also campaign and advocate at the highest levels to realise the right of children and to ensure their voices are heard.
We are working towards three breakthroughs in how the world treats children by 2030:
No child dies from preventable causes before their 5th birthday
All children learn from a quality basic education and that,
Violence against children is no longer tolerated
We know that great people make a great organization, and that our employees play a crucial role in helping us achieve our ambitions for children. We value our people and offer a meaningful and rewarding career, along with a collaborative and inclusive workplace where ambition, creativity, and integrity are highly valued
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.
ANTI-HARASSMENT
We are committed to ensuring a safe working environment for all those who work for us and for all those who come into contact with our staff and representatives, including children and members of the communities with whom we work.
SCI takes a zero tolerance approach to sexual harassment and any other conduct that is discriminatory or disrespectful to others.
Application Information:
Interested candidates should send their applications documents (Cover letter and CV with referees’ contacts) by following one of the links below:
A deadline for receiving applications is May 26th, 2019.
We need to keep children safe so our selection process reflects our commitment to the protection of children from abuse.
*Note that only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.*
*Disclaimer: Save the Children International does not charge any kind of fee at whichever stage of the recruitment process*
Job description:
Find out more about this role by downloading the job description here Job description
Closing date: 28 May 2019 – 20:59 UTC
Location: Kigali, Rwanda
Department: Programme Operations
Type: Permanent
Schedule: Full-time