Child Protection Senior Officer
Quick answer
The International Rescue Committee is hiring an in-office Child Protection Senior Officer in Cox’s Bazar, Bangladesh, to lead the implementation and monitoring of child rights protection projects.
- Role
- Child Protection Senior Officer
- Organization
- International Rescue Committee (IRC)
- Location
- Cox’s Bazar, Bangladesh
- Work setup
- On-site
- Level
- Mid
- Category
- Programs & Operations
The role
The International Rescue Committee (IRC) is seeking a Child Protection Senior Officer to implement the 'Strengthening Child Rights Monitoring Mechanism (CRMM)' project in Cox’s Bazar, Bangladesh. The role focuses on monitoring, verifying, and documenting serious child rights violations while providing referrals and direct support to survivors in Rohingya refugee camps. The officer will lead capacity-building initiatives for community volunteers and ensure program activities align with IRC guidelines and grant requirements. This position requires active coordination with UN agencies, NGOs, and government stakeholders to ensure the safety and protection of vulnerable children.
What you'll do
- Monitor, verify, and document child rights violation incidents in Rohingya refugee camps.
- Supervise and mentor a team of community volunteers to ensure quality project delivery.
- Coordinate with UN agencies, local NGOs, and government actors to support referral pathways.
- Ensure timely submission of daily, weekly, and monthly project progress and data reports.
- Facilitate training sessions for stakeholders on child rights and incident monitoring.
What it takes
- Bachelor’s degree in Social Science, Social Work, Education, Human Rights, or Economics.
- Minimum 3 years of experience in child protection programs within humanitarian or development settings.
- Demonstrated experience in protection monitoring, case management, and team supervision.
- Fluent in Bangla and Chittagong language; English proficiency is desirable.
- Ability to work in high-pressure, cross-cultural humanitarian environments.
What you'll bring
Frequently asked questions
Where is this position located?
This position is based in Cox’s Bazar, Bangladesh, working within the Rohingya refugee camps in Ukhiya and Teknaf upazilas.
What is the compensation for this role?
The compensation is not specified in the job posting.
What are the primary qualifications required?
Applicants need at least a Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field and three years of child protection experience, along with fluency in Bangla and Chittagong.
Is this a remote role?
No, this is an in-office role requiring field-level implementation and regular monitoring visits in Cox’s Bazar.
How to apply
Apply directly on International Rescue Committee (IRC)'s site. We link straight through — no resume parsing, no profile to fill out.
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