Safeguarding Associate Field Manager
Quick answer
GiveDirectly is hiring a Safeguarding Associate Field Manager based in Zomba, with field visits in Phalombe, to ensure activities prevent abuse and promote safe behaviors.
- Role
- Safeguarding Associate Field Manager
- Organization
- GiveDirectly
- Location
- Zomba, Phalombe
- Work setup
- On-site
- Level
- Entry
- Category
- Programs & Operations
The role
The Safeguarding Associate Field Manager ensures that GiveDirectly’s activities are planned and delivered in ways that prevent abuse, supporting appropriate and timely responses to safeguarding concerns. They will work closely with field staff and communities to identify and reduce safeguarding risks, promote safe behaviors, and strengthen confidence in reporting pathways.
What you'll do
- Direct engagement with communities, recipients, and staff to identify safeguarding risks and take early action to prevent abuse
- Receive, document, and support responses to safeguarding concerns
- Conduct safeguarding investigations as needed
- Support in developing and maintaining a network of safeguarding focal points
- Contribute safeguarding expertise to planning, design, and delivery
- Support in delivering ongoing safeguarding training and sensitisation sessions
What it takes
- Exceptional alignment with GiveDirectly Values
- Professional fluency in English and Chichewa
- Minimum of 1-2 years experience in safeguarding, protection, community development, social work, or related operational roles
- Strong judgement and the ability to take timely and appropriate action in sensitive or complex safeguarding situations
- Confidence in identifying safeguarding risks across program activities and supporting staff to apply safe planning and safeguarding best practice consistently
- Understanding of and commitment to survivor centred practice, confidentiality, and ethical decision making
What you'll bring
Frequently asked questions
Where is the role based?
The role is based in Zomba, with field visits in Phalombe.
What is the compensation?
Compensation is not specified.
What qualifications are required?
Required qualifications include exceptional alignment with GiveDirectly Values, professional fluency in English and Chichewa, and 1-2 years of experience in safeguarding, protection, community development, social work, or related operational roles.
How do I apply?
Applications can be submitted through the organization's application process, with details available in the Candidate Application Prep Guide.
Is the role remote?
The role is in-office, with regular travel required to conduct field visits in Phalombe.
How to apply
Apply directly on GiveDirectly's site. We link straight through — no resume parsing, no profile to fill out.
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