Coordinator – Child Safeguarding and Protection at SOS Children’s Villages
Child Safeguarding and Protection Coordinator
SOS Children’s Villages Tanzania
Dar es Salaam
SOS Children’s Villages Vacancy Announcement
SOS Children’s Villages in Tanzania is a local non-government and non-denominational organization affiliated with SOS Children’s Villages International. Established 74 years ago, the organization works to protect and care for children who have lost parental care or are at risk of losing it. It operates globally, with 135 locations in countries such as Zanzibar, Arusha, Dar es Salaam, Mwanza, and Iringa. SOS Children’s Villages Tanzania focuses on ensuring the best care for children, innovation, and effective collaboration with partners, guided by core values such as courage, commitment, trust, and accountability.
SOS Children’s Villages Tanzania seeks qualified candidates for the following positions:
Job Title: Child Safeguarding and Protection Coordinator
Duty Station: National Office – Dar es Salaam
Reporting to: National Director
Job Summary:
This position oversees the development, implementation, and monitoring of child safeguarding measures to ensure the welfare and protection of children, in compliance with SOS-Kinderdorf International guidelines.
Responsibilities:
- Develop national action plans and training strategies for child protection.
- Support HR in integrating child safeguarding into recruitment and performance processes.
- Provide training and guidance to staff and stakeholders on safeguarding policies.
Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s degree in Social Work, Sociology, or related field.
- Experience in child protection, safeguarding, and child rights.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
Coordinator – Child Safeguarding and Protection at SOS Children’s Villages
How to Apply
Interested candidates for any of the above positions should submit an application letter via email, along with a detailed and updated CV that includes telephone contacts, email address, and details of at least 3 referees. The candidate MUST clearly indicate the title of the position applied for. Only candidates contacted for the interview will be required to submit copies of academic and professional certificates. The closing date is 21st January 2025. To apply, please send your application to:
The National Director, SOS Children’s Villages, Dar es Salaam, Tanzania
Email: recruit.sostanzania@sos-tanzania.org
Please Note: SOS Children’s Villages Tanzania is an equal opportunity employer and committed to keeping children safe from abuse and harm, preventing all forms of exploitation, harassment, and abuse among staff, program participants, donors, and community members. Therefore, candidates applying for this post will be subject to child safeguarding recruitment procedures and checks. Only short-listed candidates will be contacted.
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