About Your Voice Organization (YVO):

Your Voice Organization (YVO) is a National NGO registered as a non-governmental, nonprofit organization under the constitution of NGO law of Afghanistan, with the Ministry of Economy. YVO was established in 2019 and works on different humanitarian sectors such as education, peacebuilding, food security and livelihood, and the provision of different kinds of emergency responses and relief to the affected people. YVO was established by JVC’s commitment to the localization of its Afghan office. For more information, please visit YVO official website: www.yvo.org.af

Overall Responsibilities:

The Safeguarding Officer is responsible for implementing and overseeing safeguarding measures to ensure a safe and inclusive environment for all staff and beneficiaries. This role involves training and supporting staff in safeguarding practices, managing cases and reporting mechanisms, and acting as the focal point for safeguarding concerns. The incumbent will collaborate with key departments to integrate safeguarding into all project activities, maintain compliance with local and international standards, and promote a culture of accountability and respect throughout YVO.

Key Duties and Responsibilities:

• Implement and monitor YVO’s safeguarding policies across project activities.
• Ensure safeguarding measures meet local and international humanitarian standards.
• Regularly review and update safeguarding policies as needed.
• Conduct regular training sessions on safeguarding for all staff.
• Develop training materials tailored to the needs of the teams and specific project context.
• Mentor and guide staff to maintain best practices in safeguarding.
• Manage safeguarding cases, ensuring confidentiality and adherence to appropriate procedures.
• Develop and maintain clear reporting mechanisms for safeguarding concerns.
• Respond promptly to reports and incidents, ensuring they are handled effectively and sensitively.
• Serve as the primary point of contact for safeguarding issues and coordinate with relevant committees and external partners.
• Establish and oversee safeguarding committees within the organization.
• Raise awareness among the community and project beneficiaries about safeguarding measures and reporting procedures.
• Promote participation and accountability within the affected population.
• Work with the Program Manager, Project Coordinator, and MEAL Manager to integrate safeguarding into monitoring and evaluation frameworks.
• Prepare regular reports on safeguarding activities, improvements, and challenges for senior management.
• Develop communication strategies to promote a culture of safety and accountability.
• Identify gaps in current safeguarding practices and recommend solutions for improvement.
• Any other tasks assigned by his/her direct supervisor and relevant to the scope of the position.

Qualifications and Experience

• Education: Bachelor’s degree in Social Work, Human Rights, Psychology, LLB or related field (Master’s preferred).
• Experience: Minimum of 4 years in a safeguarding or related role within a humanitarian or development context with demonstrated experience in implementing PSEA and child protection policies.
• Skills:
  • Strong knowledge of safeguarding and child protection policies and as well as case management.
  • Excellent training and communication skills.
  • Proficiency in maintaining confidentiality and managing sensitive information.

Attributes:

• High level of professionalism and integrity.
• Ability to work collaboratively across teams and departments.
• Strong problem-solving and organizational skills.

Interested candidates are invited to submit their applications, including a cover letter and detailed CV in one file, to yourvo.org@gmail.com. Please mention the position title and REF# in the subject line of your email otherwise, application will not be considered.

YVO is an equal opportunity employer.