Child Protection Coordinator ( 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 management Plan, prepare and oversee the implementation of the Child Protection in Emergencies Programme in Tripoli, ensuring the timely delivery of a quality programme (ensuring effective reporting mechanisms are developed and are operational, regular monitoring occurs against log frames, implementation plan and individual work plans are developed and performance management is undertaken). Ensure appropriate monitoring and evaluation systems are in place, support staff in all monitoring processes and provide monthly and weekly reports on progress.   Partnership management Maintain working partnerships and good communication with representatives of UNICEF, UNHCR INGOs and the Ministry of Social Affairs in Tripoli and T5 Build and maintain partnership with local NGOs/CBOs and local governance structures (including municipalities) to work on the child protection in emergencies programme In collaboration with the Field Manager organise monthly meetings with implementing partners to discuss progress and challenges   Human Resources and Capacity Building Identify staffing needs In collaboration with the CP Program Manager & Deputy Field Manager ensure that appropriate Child Protection Staff are recruited for the CPiE programme In collaboration with the CP Adviser, identify capacity building requirements of child protection staff and deliver technical trainings Supervise and coach all direct reports and conduct regular performance reviews for all direct reports Develop personal monitoring plans (including concrete objectives) for each direct report Support supervision, coaching and performance management of all CP staff Ensure all Officers use weekly work plans and reports Conduct trainings for relevant local NGOs and local authorities on child protection and child rights Ensure that all child protection staff are complying with the code of conduct and the child safeguarding policy   Coordination and advocacy Represent Save the Children at regional cluster/coordination meetings (Protection, child protection, mental health) and other meetings and forums and take a leading role to strengthen a child protection system. Ensure that programme interventions continue to be informed by and integrated with other core sectors of Save the Children, such as education, health & nutrition, food security & livelihoods Ensure activities are developed in partnership with relevant local authorities and other key stakeholders, including local partners (where present) and aim to establish/strengthen processes and mechanisms at local, district, and national levels. Promote the participation of children in all aspects of the response where  possible and appropriate. Continuously identify and document child protection issues in Tripoli, and ensure that relevant stakeholder and duty bearers are informed Contribute to the development of case studies for the purpose of reporting, advocacy and media efforts.   SKILLS AND BEHAVIOURS (our Values in Practice) Accountability: Holds self accountable for making decisions, managing resources efficiently, achieving and role modelling Save the Children 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 themselves (and their team), takes responsibility for their own personal development and encourages others to do the same Widely shares their personal vision for Save the Children, engages and motivates others Future orientated, thinks strategically Collaboration: Builds and maintains effective relationships, with their team, colleagues, Members and external partners and supporters Values diversity, sees it as a source of competitive strength Approachable, good listener, easy to talk to Creativity: Develops and encourages new and innovative solutions Willing to take disciplined risks Integrity: Honest, encourages openness and transparency APPLICATION PROCESS   Please note that the closing date for applications is : For External applicants on May 4th .                    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  lebanonhrt@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.