Description
The International Rescue Committee (IRC) is seeking a Child Protection and Safeguarding Specialist to reinforce and supervise networks of focal points, implement risk assessments and mitigation measures, and maintain accessible reporting mechanisms.
Job Summary: The successful candidate will have a minimum of 5 years of professional experience in safeguarding, child protection, or related fields, with proven experience in humanitarian emergencies and epidemic responses.
Key Responsibilities:
- Reinforce and supervise networks of focal points, community-based structures, and stakeholders
- Implement risk assessments and mitigation measures to ensure safeguarding across the response
- Strengthen safeguarding capacities of staff, partners, and community-based organisations
- Maintain accessible reporting mechanisms, referral pathways, and survivor-centred care services
- Establish a sustainable transition framework for safeguarding technical support
Requirements:
- Minimum 5 years of professional experience in safeguarding, child protection, or related fields
- Proven experience in humanitarian emergencies and epidemic responses
- Solid knowledge of safeguarding systems, risk assessments, and organisational frameworks
- Experience working with health systems, community structures, and inter-agency coordination mechanisms
- Strong skills in facilitation, coaching, mentoring, and partnership management
- Excellent French language skills; English and/or Swahili desirable
Benefits:
- Competitive salary
- 14 weeks of maternity leave at 100%
- Flexible work arrangements
- Professional development opportunities
How to Apply: Interested candidates should submit their applications, including a cover letter, updated CV, and required documents, by November 1, 2026.