Safeguarding, Risk & Compliance Officer
Quick answer
Save the Children is hiring a mid-level Safeguarding, Risk & Compliance Officer in Lusaka - Zambia with a 2-year contract to strengthen and implement robust safeguarding and compliance systems. The role involves developing policies, training staff, and ensuring compliance with internal policies and regulatory requirements.
- Role
- Safeguarding, Risk & Compliance Officer
- Organization
- Save the Children
- Location
- Lusaka - Zambia
- Level
- Mid
- Category
- Programs & Operations
The role
The Safeguarding, Risk & Compliance Officer is responsible for strengthening and implementing robust safeguarding and compliance systems across the country programme. This includes ensuring effective child safeguarding standards, policy adherence, risk management, and quality assurance.
What you'll do
- Develop, adapt, and implement effective safeguarding systems
- Build the capacity of staff, partners, and stakeholders through training, tool development, and ongoing support on safeguarding and compliance
- Support programme teams to mainstream safeguarding and compliance into all stages of project design, budgeting, implementation, monitoring, and reporting
- Conduct regular field monitoring visits for quality assurance and provide technical guidance to focal persons
What it takes
- University degree in Law, Risk Management, or Professional Qualification such as ACCA/CIMA/ZICA
- Minimum of five years of experience in safeguarding, compliance, risk management, or a related area, preferably within an NGO or development context
- Proven experience in capacity building, policy development, and training delivery for diverse audiences
- Strong knowledge of SCI’s child safeguarding, PSEA, and compliance standards
What you'll bring
Frequently asked questions
Where is the job located?
The job is located in Lusaka - Zambia.
What is the compensation package?
Compensation is not specified in the job posting.
What are the key qualifications required?
Key qualifications include a university degree, five years of experience, and proven capacity building and training delivery experience.
How do I apply for this position?
Qualified applicants should attach a cover letter and an updated CV. The closing date for receipt of applications is Sunday 2nd August 2026.
How to apply
Apply directly on Save the Children's site. We link straight through — no resume parsing, no profile to fill out.
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