Education and Child Protection Specialist

POSITION SUMMARY

HIAS Ukraine is seeking to recruit an Education and Child Protection Specialist responsible for providing technical assistance, guidance and capacity-building on education and child protection activities, spreads latest research, engage in coordination efforts and evaluates education and child protection mechanisms. Under the current project, Child Protection and Education activities will be implemented through four local partners in the regions of Kharkiv, Dnipro, Odessa and Kherson. Education activities will be conducted in schools for teachers and students, and include trainings in basic psychosocial support. The Education and Child Protection Specialist will report to the Program Director for HIAS Ukraine.

The position holder will be mainly responsible for providing technical support, supervision, and capacity building to implementing partners. Work hand in hand with the Program Director to develop standard operating procedures for Education and Child Protection services, conduct needs assessments in Ukraine, and provide technical input for the construction of Education and Child Protection program proposals that can be funded by key donors. The Specialist will also be expected to monitor the quality of Education and Child Protection implementation in the field, report on activities carried out by partners and provide strategies to address challenges during implementation.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

This position will facilitate Education and CP capacity-building activities for HIAS implementing partner and contribute to the overall HIAS Ukraine strategy regarding Education and Child Protection programming.

• In close coordination with the Program Director and GBV Coordinator, establish standard operating procedures for the provision of Education and Child Protection support to conflict affected populations.
• Support and contribute to the development of monitoring tools for Education and Child Protection interventions to support quality programming in compliance with international standards.
• In coordination with the Program Director, GBV Coordinator and Project Coordinator, provide support to implementing partners staff.
• Support in identifying training needs and ensuring appropriate training is provided for implementing partners staff.
• Support partners to develop linkages with other service providers to promote quality referral pathways; establish appropriate referral mechanisms and ensure appropriate follow-up is provided for vulnerable individuals
• Provide input for the review of current program services and explore ways to introduce new service interventions, Technical support in the design of Education and Child protection interventions.
• Strengthening of Education and Child protection coordination mechanisms.
• Identify protection issues and services that affect children at risk.
• Regular field visits to monitor implementation of programs and to provide technical guidance.
• Coordinate with other agencies, governments and NGOs to implement and coordinate common Standards. cooperate with Education and Child Protection clusters;
• Experience in the formulation of proposals for international donors and in budget development;
• Preparation of annual and donor reports as well as other documentation related to Education and Child protection programs.

QUALIFICATIONS REQUIREMENTS

• – Professional technical experience matching the above-mentioned duties and responsibilities;
• • A minimum of 2 years international humanitarian field experience;
• • Relevant educational background and knowledge of Education and Child Protection principles;
• • Knowledge and understanding of the complexity related to the ongoing conflict in Ukraine;
• • Proficiency in English is obligatory; fluency in Ukrainian both in written and verbal;
• • Experience in the formulation of proposals for international donors and in budget development;
• • Previous experience in MHPSS or GBV programming is highly desirable.

DISCLAIMER:

This job description is intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed. It is not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, skills required or permanent location. Location is subject to change based on programmatic needs. Flexibility is essential as we grow and develop. The successful candidate must be comfortable in a fast-paced, changing work environment with many crucial deadlines. All team members may be required to perform duties outside of their normal work hours of responsibilities as needed.

HIRING PROCESS:

We are committed to a fair and respectful hiring process, and we do our absolute best to respond to every applicant. We prioritize communication and transparency with all candidates, even those who are not moving forward. Here’s a snapshot of our hiring process:

Step 1: Submit your application!

Step 2: Phone screen with a Human Resources staff person.

Step 3: Interview with the hiring manager.

Step 4: Interview with a panel of HIAS employees.

Step 5: Reference check.

Step 6: Offer and background check.

Step 7: Start your professional journey with HIAS!

Note: Some of our hiring processes may vary, and not all candidates will advance to each step.

ABOUT US:

Over one hundred years ago, the Jewish community founded HIAS (originally the Hebrew Immigrant Aid Society) in New York City, the immigrant gateway to America. Supporting Jews fleeing persecution and poverty in Eastern Europe, our founders were guided by the traditions, texts and history of the Jewish people—a history of oppression, displacement and diaspora. HIAS has since helped generations of Jews facing violence because of who they were, and HIAS remains committed to helping Jewish refugees anywhere in the world. Today, our clients at HIAS come from diverse faiths, ethnicities and backgrounds, as do our staff. We bring our experience, history and values to our work across five continents, ensuring that refugees today receive the vital services and opportunities they need to thrive.

HIAS is a learning community, committed to diversity and inclusion. We do our work with integrity, accountability, transparency and a commitment to the highest ethical standards. We seek employees from diverse backgrounds and life experiences to join our teams located in the United States and across the globe. People who identify as BIPOC, people with disabilities, people from the LGBTQ+ community and people with lived experiences of forced displacement or immigration are all encouraged to apply. We are committed to building a diverse workforce that reflects our vision, mission and values.

VISION:

HIAS stands for a world in which refugees find welcome, safety and opportunity.

MISSION:

Drawing on our Jewish values and history, HIAS provides vital services to refugees and asylum seekers around the world and advocates for their fundamental rights so they can rebuild their lives.

VALUES:

Welcome • Acogimiento • Hospitalité

We Welcome the Stranger

Justice • Justicia • Justice

We Pursue Justice

Empathy • Empatía • Empathie

We Approach our Clients with Empathy

Partnership • Compañerismo • Coopération

We Believe in Changing the World through Partnership

Courage • Coraje • Courage

We Act with Courage to Build a Better World

Resilience • Resiliencia • Résilience

We Adapt and Thrive, Continuously Demonstrating our Resilience

DIVERSITY:

HIAS is committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace. All qualified applicants will be considered for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, ethnic background, ancestry, citizenship status, religious creed, age, sex, gender, sexual orientation, physical disability, mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, marital status, registered domestic partner or civil union status, familial status, pregnancy, childbirth, military status, protected veteran status, political orientation or other legally protected status.

SAFEGUARDING:

HIAS is committed to the protection of children, vulnerable adults and any other person from any harm caused directly or indirectly due to their coming into contact with HIAS. We will not tolerate sexual exploitation, abuse or any form of child abuse or neglect by our staff or associated personnel. Any candidate offered a job with HIAS will be expected to sign and adhere to HIAS’ Code of Conduct and Safeguarding policies. All offers of employment will be subject to satisfactory references and appropriate screening checks, which can include criminal records. HIAS also participates in the Inter-Agency Misconduct Disclosure Scheme. In line with this Scheme, we will request information from job applicants’ previous employers about any findings of sexual exploitation, sexual abuse and/or sexual harassment during employment, or incidents under investigation when the applicant left employment. Likewise, HIAS will share this information when other organizations inquire about current and former HIAS staff as part of their recruitment process. By submitting an application, the job applicant confirms their understanding of these recruitment procedures.