Description
The Child Protection Manager will lead the implementation of the child protection portfolio, including the pilot of the Growing Strong Together methodology with Johns Hopkins University (JHU). The Manager will coordinate with programme and support teams to ensure correct execution of activities against the logical framework, work schedule, and budget plan.
Key Responsibilities:
- Coordinate and implement projects, including adaptation and pilot implementation of Growing Strong Together
- Ensure compliance with donor commitments and contractual obligations
- Supervise project execution, monitoring progress against indicators and targets
- Coordinate with local partners to plan, implement, and monitor activities
- Facilitate development of evaluations and data collection
Resource Management and Compliance:
- Lead project cycle meetings and consolidate management tools
- Supervise use of management tools for accurate tracking and timely alerts
- Participate in monthly Budget vs. Actual (BvA) meetings and support donor monitoring meetings
- Administer and lead amendment and negotiation processes with donor personnel
Project Monitoring, Analysis, and Evaluation:
- Collaborate with MEAL team, JHU, and other key actors to design monitoring and evaluation tools
- Implement feedback mechanisms with beneficiary population
- Supervise constant monitoring of project indicators and targets
Capacity Building and Partner Support:
- Identify staff and partner training needs
- Coordinate and facilitate sessions to improve project quality and service delivery
- Provide technical assistance and resolve problems during project execution
Reports and Communication:
- Lead production and presentation of high-quality and timely deliverables for donor
- Document progress, results, and lessons learned during implementation
Requirements:
- Bachelor's degree or equivalent in social work, psychology, human rights, social sciences, or related field
- At least 3 years of experience in implementing child protection programmes, preferably in humanitarian or development settings
- Fluency in English and Spanish (oral and written)
- Demonstrated understanding of working with children and vulnerable populations
- Experience in emergency preparedness and response
- Proven capacity building and staff mentoring experience