Child Protection Officer
SCIGarissa, Kenya
Posted May 25, 2026
Full Time
About the Company
Save the Children is an international non-governmental organization that works to promote children's rights and provide aid to children in need.
Job Description
The Child Protection Officer will be responsible for managing and supporting individual case management through Best Interest Assessments (BIAs) and Best Interest Determination (BID) processes in the refugee camp. They will also provide leadership to the case management team, ensure teams are fully supported and enabled to deliver, and participate in interagency coordination meetings.
Requirements
- At least Degree in Social Work/Social Sciences or equivalent.
- At least three (4) years relevant experience in similar settings.
- Prior experience in child protection and best interest determination process in refugee set-ups is essential.
- Substantial management and leadership experience, preferably in emergency programmes.
- Demonstrable competence in proposal and report writing
- Has high-level communication skills”, including engaging and informative formal public speaking.
- Fluent in English and Kiswahili (both spoken and written). Working knowledge of local language strongly preferred.
- Able to work effectively in a multi-cultural environment.
Benefits
- Competitive salary
- Benefits package
- Opportunities for professional growth and development
