Plan International is an independent development and humanitarian organization that advances children’s rights and equality for girls. Plan International envisages a world in which all children and young people realise their full potential, a vision now shared by the 193 Heads of State and Government who adopted the 2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development in September 2015.

Our organization is transforming itself to meet the enormous challenge everywhere that we work. We need bold, forward-thinking and innovative individuals in our team, driving change and delivering results that will allow us to reach our target of 100 million girls. With this backdrop, Plan International Bangladesh (PIB) has set the vision for 2030 as, ‘We will partner to empower girls and young women, to be heard, to live without fear of violence and to achieve their rights’. This change will enable us to deliver successfully on our global ambitions and significantly impact children’s rights and gender equality in Bangladesh.

The people who join our team are a special bunch.

They’re leaders, and they take responsibility every day to act on our core values and advance our organisational purpose- Advancing Children’s Rights and Equality for Girls. They exhibit discipline in their work and in their relationships. To every challenge, project and interaction, they apply a balance of head and heart.

Our people are smart. They’re rigorous thinkers. They relish challenges and work with others to come up with creative solutions to the toughest challenges that children and young people face. They are confident and curious, always open to learning. That’s how - in a fast-changing world – our team consistently comes up with great programmes.

Plan International Bangladesh is looking for a Safeguarding Advisor to play a lead role in ensuring that Plan International Bangladesh continues to be a leading agency in safeguarding children and young people and upholds global PSEA best practices. The post holder will lead implementation of the policy on Safeguarding Children and Young People. S/he will responsible to deliver Plan International Bangladesh’s new country strategy 2030 and programme to protect those we work with from sexual exploitation and abuse perpetrated by Plan International representatives and associates. This position can be based in any of the Plan offices in Bangladesh: Dhaka, Rangpur, Barisal or Cox’s Bazar.

The role and Scope:

• Support to deliver Plan International’s strategy and programme to protect those we work with from sexual exploitation and abuse perpetrated by Plan International representatives and associates.
• Ensure that all staff and associates understand Plan Internationals safeguarding policy and reporting systems
• Lead the development and delivery of a safeguarding capacity building plan for Plan International staff and associates
• Respond to and where appropriate investigate allegations of sexual exploitation and abuse
• Implement Safeguarding best practice which is legally compliant.
• Act as an advisor to the Divisional/Area Managers to ensure Safeguarding is incorporated into our programme implementation plans

What we’re looking for

We are looking for a dynamic and enthusiastic team member with Master’s degree and minimum 07 years’ experience of working on Safeguarding and Child Protection. Strong demonstrable experience of conducting investigations, working to prevent sexual exploitation and abuse as well as identifying and mitigating risks.

About Plan International

Plan International is an independent development and humanitarian organization that advances children’s rights and equality for girls. Plan International envisages a world in which all children and young people realise their full potential, a vision now shared by the 193 Heads of State and Government who adopted the 2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development in September 2015.

We believe in the power and potential of every child. This is often suppressed by poverty, violence, exclusion and discrimination. Its girls who are most affected.  Plan International’s new Global Strategy aims to transform the lives of 100 million girls by implementing an integrated programme and influence approach.

How to apply:

To find out more details and apply visit: Career Opportunities: Safeguarding Advisor and should apply online by 09 January 2021. Plan International Bangladesh is committed to ending gender inequality, and achieving a gender balanced workforce. Qualified women are strongly encouraged to apply.   

Early application is encouraged as we will review applications throughout the advertising period and reserve the right to close the advert early.    

We promote competitive salary, female friendly workplace, outstanding co-workers (who are respectful, professional, unbiased and easy to work with); equal opportunity that mean equal access to promotion, leadership role or incentive programme.

Plan follows an equal opportunity policy and actively encourages diversity welcoming applications from all especially women and people living with disability.

Only short-listed candidates shall be contacted. References will be taken and background and Anti-terrorism checks will be carried out in conformity with Plans Child Protection Policy.          

Attractive salary will be offered to deserving candidate along with other benefits as per organization’s policy.

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