Description
ROLE PROFILE
Plan International is an independent child rights and humanitarian organisation committed to children living a life free of poverty, violence and injustice.
We actively unite children, communities and other people who share our mission to make positive lasting changes in children’s and young people’s lives. We support children to gain the skills, knowledge and confidence they need to claim their rights to a fulfilling life, today and in the future. We place a specific focus on girls and women, who are most often left behind.
We have been building powerful partnerships for children for more than 75 years, and are now active in more than 70 countries.
The Field officer will be responsible for the establishment and strengthening of community based child system in the refugee camp. The position holder will work in close coordination with the case management, PSS and youth teams to ensure the prevention and response CP issue in the camp. He/she will also ensure to strengthen the linkages between the services providers and community mechanism for referral of cases to appropriate services and safe access to protection services
ROLE PROFILE
Plan International is an independent child rights and humanitarian organisation committed to children living a life free of poverty, violence and injustice.
We actively unite children, communities and other people who share our mission to make positive lasting changes in children’s and young people’s lives. We support children to gain the skills, knowledge and confidence they need to claim their rights to a fulfilling life, today and in the future. We place a specific focus on girls and women, who are most often left behind.
We have been building powerful partnerships for children for more than 75 years, and are now active in more than 70 countries.
The Field officer will be responsible for the establishment and strengthening of community based child system in the refugee camp. The position holder will work in close coordination with the case management, PSS and youth teams to ensure the prevention and response CP issue in the camp. He/she will also ensure to strengthen the linkages between the services providers and community mechanism for referral of cases to appropriate services and safe access to protection services
DIMENSIONS OF THE ROLE Reports to the CPiE Specialist – PSS
Works closely with the Service Centre Coordinator
Has no delegation of authority
Works closely with the Service Centre Coordinator
Has no delegation of authority
ACCOUNTABILITIES
General
General
Responsible for mobilizing the refugee communities to play
an effective role in protecting the rights of the childrenEstablish and
strengthen community based Child Protection Committees, Child Clubs and
Foster Support Groups and ensure they are functional as per agreed
ToRsAssist CPCs and child clubs in identifying the child protection
risks and developing action plans to address those risks on self help
basis or using the resources available in the communityLiaise with zone
leaders and parents to introduce PLAN program activities and encourage
community involvement in program implementation and monitoringActively
contribute to the capacity building of child based CP structures on
Community mobilization, PRA techniques, identification and responding to
child protection issues, and administration and management of CPCs and
child clubs etc.Ensure Community based structures are supported to
conduct community-based awareness raising activities on CP
issuesResponsible to ensure that all community-based structures are
coordinating with each other effectively for timely achievement of
common objective and results for protection of childrenEnsure that CBCPM
promote linkages with the Service Centres, youth centers, case
management services, peer educators and other Committees in the
camp.Support CBCPM members to promote the inclusion of marginalized and
minority groups and ensure meaningful child participation in PSS and
CBCPM activitiesSupport CPCs in planning, implementing and managing
routine activities, i.e., conducting / attending meetings and recording
minutes of the meetings and follow up on action plansResponsible to
monitor, identify and refer child protection issues as per the agreed
interagency protocols and proceduresCompile weekly, monthly reports on
describing activities, indicators, case studies and lesson learned and
share with the team leader as per agreed timelinesEnsures adherence to
the Child protection Policy and reporting proceduresRepresent Plan in
zone leader meetings and other coordination meeting in the
campsUndertakes any other task assigned by supervisorEnsures that Plan
International’s global policies for Child Protection (CPP) and Gender
Equality and Inclusion (GEI) are fully embedded in accordance with the
principles and requirements of the policy including relevant
Implementation Standards and Guidelines as applicable to their area of
responsibility. This includes, but is not limited to, ensuring staff and
associates are aware of and understand their responsibilities under
these policies and Plan International’s Code of Conduct (CoC), their
relevance to their area of work, and that concerns are reported and
managed in accordance with the appropriate procedures.
TECHNICAL EXPERTISE, SKILLS AND KNOWLEDGE
• Holder of a degree in social sciences (sociology, anthropology, social work), or equivalent
• Good understanding of child protection minimum standard and core humanitarian standards
• Minimum 3 years’ experience in related field
Desirable
Demonstrate good understanding of community based CP system
in the countryExperience with refugees will be an added
advantageInterpersonal, problem solving and decision making
skillsPatience and stress managementGood knowledge of computer
applicationsGood training abilitiesCapacity to work under pressure
Key Behaviours:
Key Behaviours:
Relates to people in a friendly, open and accepting
mannerAbility to explore emotional issues with beneficiaries and
sensitive approach to deal withCultural awareness and sensitivityTimely
and accurate in executing his/her dutyExcellent verbal and written
communication skills and representationCritical thinking and strategic
planningHas a positive impact on those around themDemonstrate the
ability to solve problems, be creative while providing support.
PLAN INTERNATIONAL’S VALUES IN PRACTICE
We are open and accountable
Promotes a culture of openness and transparency, including
with sponsors and donors.Holds self and others accountable to achieve
the highest standards of integrity.Consistent and fair in the treatment
of people.Open about mistakes and keen to learn from them.Accountable
for ensuring we are a safe organisation for all children, girls &
young people
We strive for lasting impact
We strive for lasting impact
Articulates a clear purpose for staff and sets high
expectations.Creates a climate of continuous improvement, open to
challenge and new ideas.Focuses resources to drive change and maximise
long-term impact, responsive to changed priorities or
crises.Evidence-based and evaluates effectiveness.
We work well together
We work well together
Seeks constructive outcomes, listens to others, willing to
compromise when appropriate.Builds constructive relationships across
Plan International to support our shared goals.Develops trusting and
‘win-win’ relationships with funders, partners and communities.Engages
and works well with others outside the organization to build a better
world for girls and all children.
We are inclusive and empowering
Seeks constructive outcomes, listens to others, willing to
compromise when appropriate.Builds constructive relationships across
Plan International to support our shared goals.Develops trusting and
‘win-win’ relationships with funders, partners and communities.Engages
and works well with others outside the organization to build a better
world for girls and all children.
PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT
Based in the camp with limited stay in the office
Based in the camp with limited stay in the office
LEVEL OF CONTACT WITH CHILDREN
High level: Frequent interaction with children
Send your Application to: recruitment.tanzania@plan-international.org
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