Child Protection Coordinator: Local NGO

Child Protection Coordinator: Local NGO

Deadline: 10 August 2018

Location: Harare

A local NGO based in Harare that focuses on providing holistic support to vulnerable children is looking for a competent qualified person to fill in the vacant position of the Child Protection Coordinator that have arisen in the organization. The incumbent will be based in Harare with possibility of travel outside Harare.

The major responsibilities will include but not limited to:
Take an active role to develop, plan, implement, monitor and evaluate a range of advocacy and child protection activities around HIV and AIDS and children, Development and implementation of preventive measures that support children in leading abuse and offending free lives, Develop and implement reactive strategies of supporting children in abusive environment and those in conflict with the law, Be able to respond to all child welfare cases that affect children and ensure that children receive holistic services through working with various stakeholders including government departments, Be familiar with the case management approach in dealing with child protection issues including children living with HIV, children with disability and those with special needs, Have knowledge on the existing coordinating mechanisms for child protection at from village to national level, Work with parents to implement programs that promote positive parenting life styles and Supervise staff in the Child Protection Department.

Qualifications and Experience
A professional Social Work Qualification at first degree level, Person should be registered with the Social Workers’ Council in order to practice as a Probation Officer under the Social Worker’s License, A valid driver’s license highly desirable, Previous experience working in the Department of Social Services within the Ministry of Labour and Social Services will be an advantage and Previous Experience with USAID funded programs a pre-requisite. A self-starter, highly organized and ability to multi-task, ability to work under pressure with minimum supervision, flexible, a positive personality, ability to listen and work with young persons and vulnerable groups.

To apply
Potential candidates to send CVs indicating the position in the subject line to [email protected]