The Government and Network Specialist is a key member of the Family Care First Cambodia (FCF) team.
The post holder will facilitate strategic engagement with the key government ministry/ies and will have an important role in the functioning of the network.
The purpose of this position is to ensure ongoing ownership of the Ministry of Social Affairs, Veterans and Youth Rehabilitation (MoSVY) and enable national level implementation plans to be achieved. Engagement with other key stakeholders such as UNICEF, FCF members and donors, will also be key to ensure the network is facilitated effectively.
In the event of a major humanitarian emergency, the role holder will be expected to work outside the normal role profile and be able to vary working hours accordingly.
Qualifications and experience
Essential
- University Degree in Social Work/Social Sciences, International relations, Political science, Development or any relevant field.
- Minimum of 5 years of relevant work experience Child Protection.
- Experience working effectively with government at both national and sub-national levels.
- A good understanding of child protection, family care and alternative care and other key areas of child protection programming and an understanding of the legal framework and laws related to child protection
- A sound understanding of the CP sector in Cambodia, including the work of government agencies, NGO’s and UN agencies
- Strong ability to build positive, influential relationships to achieve desired outcomes
- Ability to analyse information, evaluate options, and provide recommendations.
- Proven experience facilitating groups from diverse perspectives to achieve outcomes
- Strong ability to effectively, and positively, represent organisation/project
- Excellent interpersonal, communication and presentation skills.
- Report writing skills, in both Khmer and English
- Problem solving skills, with a proactive and professional approach
- Willingness and ability to change work practices and hours, to be flexible and responsive in the event of emergencies.
- Ability and willingness to travel
- Commitment to Save the Children values and willingness to abide by SCI’s Child Safe Guarding/Child Protection Policy and Code of Conduct
Desireable
- Previous experience of working with a multi-cultural team and adaptability to team dynamics
Contract length: Unspecified Duration Contract (UDC)
The Organisation
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 realise 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.
Application Information:
Please apply using a cover letter and up-to-date CV as a single document and apply as link below.
Please also include details of your current remuneration and salary expectations.
SCI offers a competitive remunerative package, including both cash and non-cash benefits as below:
- International mentoring and professional development to support your growth and career aspirations
- Group personal accident insurance for staff member and in-patient health insurance for staff member and their dependents
- Provident fund (10%), seniority indemnity payment, 13th month salary, medical allowance, and phone allowance
- 18 weeks full pay of maternity leave and 2 weeks for paternity leave
- Full Government public holidays and 18 days annual leave
- Working hour is 37.50 per week from Monday to Friday
- Flexible working hours
Save the Children is an equal opportunity employer, and our working environment is inclusive and accessible. All qualified female candidates and people with disabilities are strongly encouraged to apply.
Moreinfo: https://cambodia.savethechildren.net/careers/details?jid=83365
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