Job Description

Role purpose

The Project Officer is responsible for managing and coordinating the daily activities under the supervision of the Line Manager in order to ensure quality delivery of the Elimination of Violence through Children’s Empowerment in Cambodia project results in the target communities and schools in Kang Meas district, Kampong Cham province in accordance with the project design, budget, work plan, MEAL plan, and financial management in line with Save the Children’s policies and donor’s requirements. The project encompasses supporting and mentoring schools which we worked through Eliminating Violence against Children in Schools (EVACiS) project and implementing the Seeds approach (community-led child protection).

S/he represents Save the Children in relevant child protection and child rights governance networks and platforms, and coordinates with other initiatives and agencies to create synergy and harmonisation to maximise project results in the area.

The post holder works closely with Community Coach/Advisor, CP and CRG Advisor and Provincial Structures in collaboration with Provincial Office of Education (PoE), District Office of Education (DoE), School Management Committees (SMCs), School Principals, Child Protection Focal Points (CPFP), teachers, Student Councils (SCs), Provincial, District, and Commune authorities including Commune Committee for Women and Children (CCWC), Women and Children Consultative Committees (WCCC), community members and relevant key stakeholders to ensure successful delivery of the project.

In the event of a major humanitarian emergency, the role holder will be expected to work outside the normal role profile and be able to vary working hours accordingly.

Qualifications and experience

• Degree in Social Sciences, Law, Social Work, Education, Development Studies, Human Rights, Legal Studies or any other relevant field. Extensive and substantive relevant practical experience may be considered in place of a degree.

Essential

• Minimum of 3-5 years of relevant social work experience in child protection related sectors, preferably linking to eliminating violence against children in different settings covering schools and communities.
• Knowledge and experiences in gender equality disability inclusion .
• Good interpersonal and communication skills, with good ability written and spoken English and Khmer.
• Strong facilitation and community mobilization skills will be considered a definite advantage.
• Sound understanding of the government structure and mechanisms related to Child Protection, Education, child protection networking and key stakeholders.
• Ability and willingness to travel to all parts of the country.
• Willingness to abide by Save the Children Child Safeguarding Policy and Code of Conduct.
• Sound understanding of and experience working with government ministries and coordinating bodies at national and sub-national levels.
• Strong teamwork, coordination, networking, and advocacy.
• Good understanding of child rights and child participation concepts and approaches.

Contract length: Unspecified Duration Contract (UDC).

The Organisation

We employ approximately 25,000 people across the globe and work on the ground in over 100 countries to help children affected by crises, or those that need better healthcare, education and child protection. We also campaign and advocate at the highest levels to realise the right of children and to ensure their voices are heard.

We are working towards three breakthroughs in how the world treats children by 2030:

• No child dies from preventable causes before their 5th birthday
• All children learn from a quality basic education and that,
• Violence against children is no longer tolerated

We know that great people make a great organization, and that our employees play a crucial role in helping us achieve our ambitions for children. We value our people and offer a meaningful and rewarding career, along with a collaborative and inclusive workplace where ambition, creativity, and integrity are highly valued.

Application Information:

Please apply using a cover letter and up-to-date CV in PDF as a single document and apply as below link. Please also include details of your current remuneration and salary expectations.

SCI offers a competitive remunerative package, including both cash and non-cash benefits as below:

• International mentoring and professional development to support your growth and career aspirations
• Group personal accident insurance for staff member and in-patient health insurance for staff member and their dependents
• Provident fund (10%), seniority indemnity payment, 13th month salary, medical allowance, and phone card allowance
• 26 weeks full pay of maternity leave and 2 weeks full day of paternity leave
• Full Government public holidays and 18 days annual leave
• Working hour is 37.50 per week from Monday to Friday
• Flexible working hours

Save the Children is an equal opportunity employer, and our working environment is inclusive and accessible. Only shortlisted applicants will be notified for written test and interview.

For more information about Save the Children in Cambodia, visit our website: https://cambodia.savethechildren.net/careers

We need to keep children safe so our selection process includes rigorous background checks, reflects our commitment to the protection of children from abuse.

All employees are expected to carry out their duties in accordance with our global anti-harassment policy.