Youth Digital Training and Development Organization is a non-profit organization based in Kabul, Afghanistan, dedicated to equipping young individuals with the essential digital skills needed to thrive in the 21st-century economy. Our organization is committed to bridging the digital divide, especially among marginalized communities, by providing comprehensive training programs that empower youth.

Objectives of the Position:

• To ensure compliance with safeguarding and protection policies across all levels of the organization.
• To raise awareness and build the capacity of staff on safeguarding issues.
• To respond effectively to safeguarding and protection concerns.

Key Responsibilities:

Safeguarding Support

• Support the implementation of the organization’s safeguarding and protection policies.
• Assist in organizing training sessions and awareness programs on safeguarding for staff, volunteers, and beneficiaries.
• Help ensure that safeguarding measures are integrated into all program activities.
• Maintain confidential safeguarding records and documentation.
• Attend and participate in all coordination meetings regarding the project.
• Maintain effective and proper communication with all staff and related organizations.

Reporting and Monitoring

• Receive, document, and report safeguarding concerns following the organization's reporting procedures.
• Monitor safeguarding compliance across activities and report any gaps or risks to the related position.
• Assist in maintaining a confidential case management system for safeguarding reports.

Capacity Building

• Distribute safeguarding materials, posters, or messages to staff and community members.
• Support the organization of training sessions, workshops, and refresher courses.
• Help conduct awareness sessions for beneficiaries, children, or vulnerable groups.

Coordination:

• Collaborate with internal teams and external stakeholders to ensure a consistent approach to safeguarding and protection.
• Represent the organization in relevant forums and networks on safeguarding and protection.

Competencies:

• High ethical standards and commitment to safeguarding principles.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Cultural sensitivity and the ability to work with diverse populations.
• Ability to handle sensitive information with confidentiality and professionalism.

Key Deliverables:

• Safeguarding and protection policies implemented and monitored effectively.
• Regular safeguarding training and awareness sessions conducted.
• Timely and effective resolution of safeguarding and protection concerns.
• Reports on safeguarding activities, incidents, and progress.

Collaboration and Coordination

• Work closely with program teams, HR, and partners to ensure safeguarding standards are met.
• Attend internal safeguarding meetings and take minutes as required.
• Liaise with relevant stakeholders and partners to strengthen safeguarding mechanisms.
• To work as a focal point for better and on-time reporting.

Administrative Support

• Assist in maintaining safeguarding-related records, reports, and databases.
• Provide logistical support for safeguarding activities, such as training and field visits if needed.
• Prepare basic reports and updates on safeguarding activities as requested.
• Translate project-related documents, field reports from English to Dari/Pashto and vice versa if needed.

Qualifications and Experience:

• Bachelor’s degree in Social Work, Social Science, Psychology, Human Rights, Law, Public Administration or a related field (Master’s degree preferred).
• Minimum of 1 years of experience in safeguarding or a related role.
• Strong knowledge of international safeguarding standards and local protection laws.
• Proven experience in incident management, reporting, and investigation.
• Excellent communication and training facilitation skills.

Interested candidates are invited to submit their resume and a cover letter outlining their relevant experience and qualifications to the following email address hr@ydtdo.org, Please include the position title and Vacancy Number in the subject line of your email.

Only those who submit their applications along with the requested documents within the set timeframe are considered for the next phase. Incomplete applications will be disqualified from the process.