We employ approximately 25,000 people across the globe and work on the ground in over 100 countries to help children affected by crises, or those that need better healthcare, education and child protection. We also campaign and advocate at the highest levels to realize the right of children and to ensure their voices are heard. 

We are working towards three breakthroughs in how the world treats children by 2030:

•      No child dies from preventable causes before their 5th birthday

•      All children learn from a quality basic education and that,

•       Violence against children is no longer tolerated

We know that great people make a great organization and that our employees play a crucial role in helping us achieve our ambitions for children.  We value our people and offer a meaningful and rewarding career, along with a collaborative and inclusive workplace where ambition, creativity, and integrity are highly valued.

SCI - Afghanistan

Save the Children has been working in Afghanistan since 1976. Our way of working close to people and on their own terms has enabled us to deliver lasting change to tens of thousands of children in the country. The UN Convention of the Rights of the Child is the basis of our work.

We are helping children get a better education, we make it possible for more boys and girls to attend school, we help children protect themselves and influence their own conditions. We work with families, communities and health workers in homes, clinics and hospitals to promote basic health in order to save lives of children and mothers.

CHILD SAFEGUARDING: 

Level 2: either the role holder will have access to personal data about children and/or young people as part of their work; or they will be working in a ‘regulated’ position (accountant, barrister, solicitor, legal executive); therefore, a police check will be required (at ‘standard’ level in the UK or equivalent in other countries).

ROLE PURPOSE: The CP MHPSS and Case Management Officer will play a critical role in delivering high-quality child protection and psychosocial support (PSS) services to children and families in Maidan Wardak Province. The officer will manage the identification, referral, and case management of children facing protection risks, including survivors of violence, unaccompanied and separated children, children with disabilities, and those affected by family separation. This position involves working closely with local communities and partners to provide integrated services through a community-based approach, including the establishment and oversight of Child-Friendly Spaces (CFS).

SCOPE OF ROLE:

Reports to: Child Protection Coordinator

Staff reporting to this post: Caseworker

Direct:1

Indirect : TBC

Budget Responsibilities: N/A

Role Dimensions: Coordination, communication with stakeholders, team member,beneficiaries)

Case Management and Psychosocial Support

• Lead case management processes for children at risk, including identification, registration, assessment, referral, and follow-up, ensuring compliance with national and international standards.
• Provide direct psychosocial support to children and families, including one-on-one counseling and group activities in Child-Friendly Spaces (CFS).
• Work closely with other team members and external service providers to ensure proper referral mechanisms and the provision of services such as health, education, and legal assistance.
• Facilitate the safe and timely reunification of separated children with their families, where applicable.
• Ensure appropriate documentation and case management tracking for all cases, maintaining confidentiality and data protection in line with Save the Children’s guidelines.

Establishment of Child-Friendly Spaces (CFS)

• Support the establishment, operation, and monitoring of mini and mobile Child-Friendly Spaces (CFS) in collaboration with health centers and outreach teams.
• Develop activity plans for CFS that focus on children’s mental health, emotional well-being, and recreational needs, ensuring participation and inclusion of all children, including girls, children with disabilities, and marginalized groups.
• Ensure the integration of Explosive Ordnance Risk Education (EORE) and awareness on other protection risks such as child labor into CFS programming.

Community Engagement and Mobilization

• Engage with community leaders, parents, caregivers, and local authorities to raise awareness about child protection risks and available services.
• Conduct community-based awareness and capacity-building sessions on child protection and psychosocial well-being.
• Support community Child Protection Action Networks (CPANs) and other community groups to monitor child protection issues, identify risks, and support children in need of assistance.

Monitoring and Reporting

• Work closely with the Monitoring, Evaluation, Accountability, and Learning (MEAL) team to collect, analyze, and report on project data, ensuring accuracy and timely submission of reports.
• Contribute to regular project review meetings and evaluations, ensuring that findings and lessons learned are documented and shared for continuous improvement.
• Prepare detailed case management reports, success stories, and case studies for internal use and donor reporting.

Team Leadership and Capacity Building

• Provide training, coaching, and mentorship to Case Workers, community volunteers, and other relevant staff on child protection case management, psychosocial support, and child safeguarding.
• Ensure that team members adhere to Save the Children’s child safeguarding policies and protocols and that any safeguarding concerns are promptly addressed.

Coordination and Networking

• Establish and maintain relationships with relevant stakeholders, including local government authorities, community-based organizations, and national/international NGOs.
• Actively participate in child protection coordination meetings and working groups at the provincial and national levels.
• Work collaboratively with other sectors (Health, Education, Nutrition) to ensure an integrated approach to child protection.

Others

• Any other tasks relate to child protection programs given by line manager

BEHAVIOURS (Values in Practice)

Accountability:

• Holds self-accountable for making decisions, managing resources efficiently, achieving results together with children and role modelling Save the Children values;

Ambition:

• Sets ambitious and challenging goals for self and team, takes responsibility for own personal development and encourages team to do the same;
• Widely shares personal vision for Save the Children, engages and motivates others;
• Future oriented, thinks strategically and on a global scale.

Collaboration:

• Builds and maintains effective relationships, with own team, colleagues at both national and regional level members, donors and partners;
• Values diversity, sees it as a source of competitive strength;
• Approachable, good listener, easy to talk to.

Creativity:

• Develops and encourages new and innovative solutions.
• Willing to take disciplined risks.

Integrity:

• Honest, encourages openness and transparency.
• Always acts in the best interests of children.

Equal Opportunities

The role holder is required to carry out the duties in accordance with the SCI Equal Opportunities and Diversity policies and procedures.

Child Safeguarding:

We need to keep children safe so our selection process, which includes rigorous background checks, reflects our commitment to the protection of children from abuse.

Health and Safety

The role holder is required to carry out the duties in accordance with SCI Health and Safety policies and procedures.

QUALIFICATIONS 

• 16th grade graduate
• Well communicate in Dari, Pashto and English
• Knowledge of Child Protection, Case management and MHPSS

• University degree in Psychology, Social Work, Law, or a related field.
• At least 2 years of relevant work experience in child protection, case management, and/or psychosocial support, particularly in conflict or post-conflict settings.
• Experience in providing direct psychosocial support and case management to children and families.
• Familiarity with Child-Friendly Spaces (CFS) operations and community-based protection approaches.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail in managing cases and maintaining records.
• Ability to work collaboratively with communities and multi-disciplinary teams.
• Knowledge of child protection issues, particularly in emergency settings, including Caring for Child Survivors
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with fluency in English and Dari/Pashto (preferred)..
• Should have enough knowledge of case management principles and Do No Harm Policy
• Being able to travel within the province and outside the province.

Desirable

• Experience working with marginalized and nomadic communities.
• Previous experience working in Afghanistan or similar contexts.

Qualified applicants are highly encouraged to apply for the position by filling in the online application form. In addition to the online application form, they can also attach their CV and cover letter in the online system. Please note that only the applications received through the online portal will be considered for this position.

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Save the Children International (SCI) is committed to fostering diversity, equity, and inclusion as core to our vision and values. We provide equitable employment opportunities and aim to increase the representation of women, people with disabilities, and individuals from minority groups to effectively meet the diverse needs of the children and communities we serve.

At SCI, we value the authentic selves of everyone, including you! If you have any access needs or require support due to a disability or other reasons, please let us know at the time of your application. We are here to assist you and ensure an accessible and inclusive recruitment experience.

Please note: SCI does not request any fees during any stage of the recruitment process.