Risk Monitoring Focal Point

 Key Responsibilities

1. Monitor Risks in Shelters

• Visit assigned shelters regularly
• Observe and flag any child protection, safeguarding, and safety risks (e.g. overcrowding, unsafe spaces, children at risk, exclusion)
• Report issues to the supervisor in a timely manner

2. Check CWC & IEC Materials

• Ensure key materials are visible and accessible, including:
  • PSEA information
  • Complaint/reporting mechanisms
  • Available services and hotlines
• Report any gaps or missing materials

3. Support Safe Identification & Referrals

• Act as a focal point for receiving concerns from facilitators or community workers
• Ensure safe and confidential referral of cases through established pathways, including:
  • Child Protection / GBV case management
  • Specialized protection services (Child Protection, GBV case management, and family tracing and reunification services for unaccompanied or separated children)
• Do not manage cases directly — refer only

4. Coordinate with Facilitators

• Follow up with CBPSS facilitators on any protection concerns during sessions
• Ensure issues are escalated when needed

5. Reporting

• Share regular updates on:
  • Risks observed
  • Actions taken
  • Referrals made
• Immediately report urgent cases

 Profile Required

• Background in social work, psychology, or related field
• Basic experience in child protection or community work
• Understanding of confidentiality and referral pathways
• Comfortable working in emergency/shelter settings