Senior Safeguarding Officer
Quick answer
Save the Children is hiring a mid-level, in-office Senior Safeguarding Officer in Sittwe, Rakhine, to lead child protection systems, safeguarding investigations, and staff training across the region.
- Role
- Senior Safeguarding Officer
- Organization
- Save the Children
- Location
- Sittwe, Rakhine Area, Myanmar
- Work setup
- On-site
- Level
- Mid
- Category
- Programs & Operations
The role
The Senior Safeguarding Officer will design, implement, and monitor robust child safeguarding systems within the Rakhine region to ensure adherence to global standards. This role involves facilitating capacity-building training, managing safeguarding investigations, and overseeing volunteer management processes. The officer will collaborate closely with various internal teams to mainstream safe programming and ensure organizational accountability. The position requires frequent travel to field locations and a deep commitment to child protection.
What you'll do
- Design and implement robust child safeguarding and compliance mechanisms.
- Deliver safeguarding, fraud, and corruption awareness training to staff and partners.
- Manage end-to-end safeguarding and fraud-related investigations.
- Oversee volunteer management and safer recruitment processes in the Rakhine area.
- Conduct risk assessments to ensure safe programming across all project activities.
What it takes
- Minimum Bachelor’s degree in a related field.
- At least 3 years of experience in safeguarding or a related field.
- Strong experience in policy development and implementation.
- Proficiency in local language and strong English communication skills.
- Proven experience in facilitating training for diverse audiences.
What you'll bring
Frequently asked questions
Where is this position located?
This position is based in Sittwe, Rakhine Area, and requires frequent travel to field locations.
What is the compensation for this role?
The compensation for this position is not specified in the job posting.
What are the primary qualifications required?
Candidates must have at least a bachelor's degree and a minimum of 3 years of experience in safeguarding, along with proficiency in the local language.
Is this role open to international applicants?
No, this position is restricted to Myanmar nationals only.
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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