This position provides child protection technical leadership in the design and development of programs for children in countries in conflict, crisis, post-conflict and post-crisis settings across the world, with a specific focus on research, monitoring and evaluation for child protection. To ensure quality programming towards impacting the lives of children affected by conflict and crisis through IRC’s work, the Child Protection Technical Advisor provides technical support; supports business and partnership development; develops strategies and resources; reviews, uses and generates evidence; and raises IRC’s profile.
Position to be based in: New York, Washington, DC, London, Brussels or Geneva.
Job Qualifications:
Education: Master’s/post-graduate degree in international development, child protection, social work or relevant field or equivalent combination of education and experience is required. Participate in ongoing training courses and share knowledge and skill sets within the unit.
Work Experience: A minimum 5 years of field-based child protection program management experience is required, preferably within a humanitarian, international development setting.
Demonstrated Skills and Competencies: Demonstrated expertise in child protection program design, monitoring and evaluation, with the ability to turn concepts and strategy into measurable action. Strong verbal and written communication skills. Demonstrated commitment to renewing and maintaining currency with best practices.
Language Skills: Proficiency in French is highly desirable.
Working Environment: Up to 40% travel may be required.
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