30 January, 2013

3848 Child Protection and Child Participating Officer

Save the Children

Industry:

Non Government Organisation

Location:

Port Vila, Vanuatu

Job Hours:

1 year contract

Due Date:

22-Feb-13

Job Description:

Save the Children is the world’s largest independent child rights development organisation, making a difference to the children’s lives in more than 100 countries. From emergency relief to long-term development, Save the Children secures a child’s right to health, education and protection.

Males, females and interested people with disabilities are encouraged to apply. Only those applicants who are successfully shortlisted will be contacted. All staff are required to undergo a police check before commencement of employment.

The position of the Child Protection and Child Participating Officer will:

Support Save the Children staff to introduce meaningful participation by children and young people into our programs

Work with the Child Protection Team to ensure that children in Vanuatu are better protected by informed and coordinated child protection stakeholders, community members and leaders.

Interested applicant must possess the following:

Criteria:

- Experience in working with children and an understanding of the development needs of children; Great training and facilitation skills

- Experience in community development interventions, especially liaising with a range of people including community leaders

- Knowledge of types and impacts of child abuse; A basic understanding of elements of the project management cycle

- Strong verbal and written communication skills in both Bislama and English so you can talk about Child Protection issues confidently with our stakeholders

- Ability to plan and organise self and others to ensure the timely completion of tasks while working in a fast paced environment and to strict deadlines.

Salary:

Not Stated

Language:

Bislama, English

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How To Apply:

Please forward your application with your CV and letter addressing how your skills and experience meet the selection criteria to the email address provided.

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Source:

26-Jan-13 Daily Post (Weekender)
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