Child Protection Associate (Odesa)
Quick answer
UNICEF Ukraine is hiring a Child Protection Associate in Odesa providing a monthly allowance of USD 1374 to support social service systems and child protection programs.
- Role
- Child Protection Associate (Odesa)
- Organization
- UNICEF Ukraine
- Location
- Odesa, Ukraine
- Work setup
- On-site
- Level
- Mid
- Compensation
- USD 1374 monthly allowance plus a one-time USD 350 entry lump sum
- Category
- Programs & Operations
The role
UNICEF is seeking a Child Protection Associate in Odesa to support the Better Care Flagship Program. The role involves strengthening integrated social services, improving coordination, and enhancing family-based alternative care systems across three regions. The successful candidate will work on capacity building for social service providers and advocate for children's rights.
What you'll do
- Establish and manage regional/local Better Care taskforces
- Engage people with lived experience and community representatives
- Conduct situational analyses and service mapping
- Monitor and report on program implementation
- Support capacity-building for social service providers
- Facilitate knowledge management and documentation of best practices
What it takes
- Bachelor's degree required
- Minimum 1 month professional experience in child protection
- Knowledge of Ukrainian child protection systems
- Experience in workforce development
- Experience building dialogue with government/CSOs
- Previous consultancy for UN agencies preferred
What you'll bring
How we treat you
Medical and life insurance, annual leave (2.5 days/month), learning leave (up to 10 days/year), sick leave.
Frequently asked questions
Where is the job located and what is the work setup?
The position is based in Odesa, Ukraine, and is a full-time role.
What is the compensation for this role?
The role provides a monthly Volunteer Living Allowance of USD 1374 plus a one-time entry lump sum of USD 350.
What are the key qualifications required?
Candidates must have a Bachelor's degree and at least one month of experience in social protection or child protection, with knowledge of local systems.
How or by when can I apply?
The application deadline is not specified in the job posting.
How to apply
Apply directly on UNICEF Ukraine's site. We link straight through — no resume parsing, no profile to fill out.
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