Child Protection Assistant ( Tripoli )

Save the Children is the leading independent organization creating lasting change in the lives of children in need around the world. Save the Children has been operating in Lebanon since 1999 and is recognized for its commitment to accountability, innovation and collaboration.  Save the Children currently implements programs in Child Protection, Education, CRC, Health and Nutrition, Food Security & Livelihood, Shelter, and Emergency Response throughout Lebanon.   Save the Children is seeking qualified candidates to fulfill the following positions, for its Lebanon Country Office, in the following locations Beirut, Tripoli, Akkar and Bekaa:     KEY AREAS OF ACCOUNTABILITY: Programme Implementation Support Facilitate the implementation of the Child Protection in Emergencies programme (particularly recreational activities with children, awareness raising sessions with mothers, community mobilisation) under the supervision of the Child Protection Coordinator, ensuring smooth exchange between the SC child protection Team, beneficiaries and the community and providing technical support as needed. With the Child Protection in Emergencies team, contribute to establishing and implementing operational work plans, setting clear targets and activity plans per activity/programme site. Communicate the targets, programme objectives and activity plans clearly to partners, officers, parents and children, ensuring they are well understood. Liaise on a daily basis with partners, community. and Save the Children supervisors and colleagues to guarantee the smooth operation of the programmes. Work directly in the field with children, families and other stakeholders of the programme location/s. Provide information and advice beneficiaries on existing social services, referring them to partners when required. Assist in the organisation and implementation of awareness sessions for children, adolescents, parents and communities at large. Lead on outreach activities and assist in the organisation and implementation of trainings and workshops. Facilitate, collect and report information regarding the overall situation of the Syrian refugee children and their families in the community, with specific attention paid to the programme targeted children and programme objectives. Inform the direct supervisor about any difficulty met in the activities implementation. Ensure a strict adherence to the principles of Child Protection at all times, including respect for confidentiality and a child centred approach and to act in the best interests of the child. Monitoring and Evaluation Participate in regular monitoring and evaluation activities of the Child Protection in Emergencies programme. Produce timely reports for internal use on the activities in each site/school, highlighting challenges, best practices and lessons learnt. Ensure that data is accurately collected on a weekly and monthly basis. Ensure accurate data entry Regularly visit project sites to ensure that the community at large are appropriately supported and that qualitative and quantitative programme objectives are achieved.   Adherence to Save the Children policies and procedures Comply with Save the Children policies and practice with respect to child protection, code of conduct, health and safety, equal opportunities and other relevant policies and procedures.   In agreement with your line manager, perform other duties within reason (in line with your skills and experience) SKILLS AND BEHAVIOURS (our Values in Practice) Accountability: Is accountable for the implementation of the Child Protection in Emergency activities under the supervision of the Child Protection coordinator. Holds him/herself accountable for making decisions, managing resources efficiently and achieves and role models Save the Children’s values. Holds the team and partners accountable to deliver on their responsibilities - giving them the freedom to deliver in the best way they see fit, providing the necessary development to improve performance and applying appropriate consequences when results are not achieved. Ambition: Sets ambitious and challenging goals for him/herself (and his/her team), takes responsibility for his/her own personal development and encourages others to do the same. Widely shares Save the Children’s vision and engages and motivates others. Is future orientated and thinks strategically. Collaboration: Builds and maintains effective relationships, with his/her team, colleagues, beneficiaries, external partners and supporters. Values diversity, sees it as a source of competitive strength. Is approachable, a good listener and can communicate well. Creativity: Develops and encourages new and innovative solutions. Is willing to take disciplined risks. Integrity: Is honest, encourages openness and transparency   QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE At least two years’ experience in working with children and community mobilisation, preferably in an (I) NGO environment. Bachelor’s degree social work or related sciences, Development/Humanitarian Studies. Understanding of national development issues, in particular in relation to children and protection, and government institutions, particularly the public school. Ability to analyse information, evaluate options and to plan strategically. Strength in interpersonal, communication and presentation skills. Fluency in written and spoken Arabic, good written and spoken English. Flexibility and willingness to change work practices and hours and capability to work in insecure volatile environment. Commitment  to  and  understanding  of  Save  the  Children’s  aims,  values  and principles  including rights-based approaches. Familiarity with Tripoli region an asset. APPLICATION PROCESS   Please note that the closing date for applications is : For External applicants on November  17th  .                  The selection committee will review all applications as they are received. All applicants must meet the minimum requirements described above, and those unable to meet these requirements will not be considered. No further information will be given over the phone.   Please note: due to the critical nature of this recruitment, applications will be reviewed as they are received and successful candidates contacted on an on-going basis.  Internal Applicants are given priority in the recruitment process.   STARTING DATE: Immediate.  We’re looking for people who can start as soon as possible or within the next few weeks.   Each application package should include the following: •           Job title for the role you are applying for in subject header of the email •           Cover letter with the applicant’s current contact information •           CV (including detailed work experience, education/degrees)  –  3pages maximum •           Professional References (minimum of three, with complete contact information) •           Kindly do not send supporting certificates and documents at this stage •           Letter and CV should be saved into one Word or PDF document and sent to Lebanon.vacancies@savethechildren.org   Applications not including all of the above information will not be reviewed. Only short listed candidates will be contacted.   We need to keep children safe so our selection process reflects our commitment to the protection of children from abuse.  All applicants will also be subject to Save the Children’s usual Child Safeguarding Policy and reference checking process.