The Child Protection Officer serves as a focal point for integrated child protection programming in the Hagadera refugee camp under the IRC Kenya operations
Job Summary
The Child Protection Officer serves as a focal point for integrated child protection programming in the Hagadera refugee camp under the IRC Kenya operations.
This role emphasizes structured post-discharge follow-up for malnourished children, adolescent-friendly SRHR services, and the mitigation of harmful traditional practices like FGM.
The position requires close collaboration with government stakeholders, health professionals, and community leaders to ensure safe identification and referral of at-risk children.
Matching Summary
The Child Protection Officer serves as a focal point for integrated child protection programming in the Hagadera refugee camp under the IRC Kenya operations.
Skills & Requirements
Must-have
3+ years child protection experience
Integrate child protection with health services
Adolescent SRHR programming knowledge
Community-based child protection mechanisms
Harmful traditional practices mitigation
Case management system proficiency
Nice-to-have
Positive parenting program experience
GBV and women empowerment knowledge
Local language spoken in Hagadera
Strong facilitation and training skills
Experience with MAMI support linkages
Key Requirements
Bachelor's degree in social work or related field
Minimum 3 years experience in humanitarian child protection