Educo Bangladesh is looking for a Child Protection Facilitator
for Rohingya Response Program

We are Spain based global development NGO with more than 25 years of experience that works for the interest of Children and in defense of their rights, especially the right to a quality education. Our institutional philosophy (Mission, Vision, Values and Principles) is firmly established on a commitment in pursuit of Children’s wellbeing. We have three strategic development goals, which center on the Right to Education, the Right to Protection, and Governance.

In Bangladesh, Educo has been working since 1999 with aims to empower Children to express their views, ideas and opinions, and to exercise leadership. At the same time, Educo works with duty bearers, especially Parents and Local Government Institutions, to create an enabling environment for Children where they can influence the decisions that affect them.

However, Educo Bangladesh is going to launch a new Program at Cox’s Bazar, named “Rohingya Response Program", subject to the approval of the Government of Bangladesh. The Organization is now looking for a Child Protection Facilitator for this new Project.
 
 
 
Name of Position Child Protection Facilitator
Number of Vacancy 3 nos.
Department/Unit Program
Job Location & Conditions Cox’s Bazar/Ukhiya Field office. Required 90% frequent field visit and 10% at Program Office
Report to Child Protection Officer, Cox’s Bazar
Tenure of Services Contract Initially 1 year (may be extended based on Fund availability and satisfactory performance)

JOB SUMMARY:

The Child Protection Facilitator, under the direct supervision of the Child Protection Officer, is responsible for providing training, awareness raising activities for major stakeholders in the camp such as Child Protection Committees, teachers and children in the learning facilities and care givers.  This is a filed-based position, and the CP Facilitator should expect to spend 5 days per week in the field.
RESPONSIBILITIES:
  • Conduct and facilitate trainings, formation of community-based child protection committees and provide inputs in IEC development;
  • Develop and maintain good relations with village child protection unit members, learning facility teachers/workers, caregivers and youth groups;
  • Organize community meetings and provide the necessary technical support according to the standard and requirement of the project;
  • Work with village committees to develop and implement project plans, monitor activities and maintain projects;
  • Ensure that all required documentation from field work is prepared professionally and properly filed;
  • Establish and maintain a comprehensive filing system for the trainings/workshops conducted including project documents, monitoring notes and photos.
  • Collect data from the field, prepare summarized reports and submit to the Child Protection Officer for consolidation.
VALUES & COMPETENCIES:
CORE VALUES:
  • Social Justice
  • Equity
  • Respect
CORE PRINCIPLES:
  • Participation
  • Non-Discrimination
  • Transparency
  • Dynamic Spirit
COMPETENCIES:
EDUCATION:
  • University degree in a field relevant to Social Sciences or related field.
EXPERIENCE:
  • 2 years of experience in child protection and as a community educator is desirable.
  • Ability to work independently and a team player.
  • Well-developed communication skills and able to communicate clearly and sensitively with internal and external stakeholders as a representative of Educo-ChildFund.
LANGUAGE:
  • Position requires language skills in English. Knowledge about local dialect of CXB is mandatory.
  • Very good communication skills in Bangla and English both verbally and in written.
KNOWLEDGE:
  • The candidate should have good knowledge on Child rights, child protection and education.
OUR ACCOUNTABILITY (our accountability statement):
For Educo, accountability means fulfilling our responsibility to listen and respond to the opinions and needs of our stakeholders in the decisions we make and the activities we undertake, with the ultimate aim of increasing our impact and ensuring the responsible use of resources. 
CHILD SAFEGUARDING:
Educo is committed to prevent violence and maltreatment to children by fostering a safeguarding culture in which interactions with children promote their dignity and favor their comprehensive development and wellbeing in a safe and protective environment. Educo will ensure to "do no harm" to children and to be a child safe organization.
SALARY:
Consolidated monthly salary will be BDT. 46,000. Salary is negotiable based on Competency, Experience and Salary history.
INSTRUCTIONS FOR APPLY:
Interested candidates meeting the above requirements are requested to send their CV (not more than two pages and must feature results of previous works) with 1 pp size photograph and contact number on or before June 22, 2019 only through email at hr.bangladesh@educo.org Please mention the name of the designation (you are applying) in the subject line. Two referees must be mentioned in CV (one must be immediate supervisor)Women are especially encouraged to apply.
DECLARATION:
N.B. As a Child-Centred Organization, Educo is committed to Child protection, and has developed a Child Safeguarding Policy, together with a Code of Conduct. All employment is conditional upon the successful completion of all applicable background checks. Before induction, any new staff should read and sign Educo’s Code of Conduct.