Save the Children is the world's leading independent organisation for children. We work in 120 countries. We save children's lives; we fight for their rights; we help them fulfil their potential. We work together, with our partners, to inspire breakthroughs in the way the world treats children and to achieve immediate and lasting change in their lives. We have over two million supporters worldwide and raised 1.6 billion dollars last year to reach more children than ever before, through programmes in health, nutrition, education, protection and child rights, also in times of humanitarian crises. By mid-2013 most of our international programmes will be delivered through a merged operation with 14 000 staff, managed through seven regional hubs and reporting to a relatively small, central office. We're changing to become more efficient, more aligned, a better partner, a stronger advocate, a magnet for world-class people and relevant for the 21st century.Save the Children in DRCWe began working in the Democratic Republic of Congo in 1994 when the conflict started in the east of the country. The Democratic Republic of Congo is acknowledged to be one of the most difficult countries in which to grow up.The roleProvide strategic technical support to the country programme and technical support to Managers in the field offices. Provide leadership, technical guidance in developing the protection programme, particularly as described in the Thematic Programme Plan. Work with the Director of Program Development and Quality and others managers to secure funding for the protection programme. S/he will work closely with the other national thematic coordinators to ensure effective integration of programmes. S/he will ensure that Save the Children's programmatic experience in the field provides evidence for National and Global policy and advocacy.Qualifications and experienceEssential:· Degree in social studies, social work or equivalent.· Technical competence in and sound theoretical understanding of social work and child protection issues. · Ability to analyse information, evaluate options and to think and plan strategically. · Ability to take the lead in policy and advocacy initiatives and support programme teams to provide evidenced based data and information. · Fluent in English and French, written and oral· Excellent interpersonal, communication and presentation skills with experience of senior level negotiation and representation. · Ability to represent Save the Children and maintain good relations at a regional level with donors, UN organisations, international and national NGOs and local authorities.· Track record in advocacy and policy work.· Strong technical knowledge in key areas of child protection; notably children in conflict, child recruitment by armed forces, orphaned and vulnerable children, sexual and gender-based violence and child labour and trafficking.· Commitment to and understanding of Save the Children's aims, values and principles.· Resilience and self-reliance. Willingness to work and travel in difficult environmentsDesirable:· Knowledge and experience of working in the DRC or a similar environment in the area of Protection.· Education to Masters Level.· Understanding of Rapid Assessment Methodology· Capacity building staff through training, mentoring and coaching methodologiesWe need to keep children safe so our selection process reflects our commitment to the protection of children from abuse.Please note that the closing date for applications is Tuesday 2nd April 2013.
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