Plan International Hiring Project Officer for Child Protection in Emergencies. Apply Now for 2025
Child protection is one of the most urgent priorities in humanitarian crises. When conflict, displacement, or natural disasters occur, children are the first to suffer the consequences. Plan International, a global leader in promoting children’s rights and gender equality, is responding to this challenge by expanding its emergency programs — including the recruitment of a Project Officer for Child Protection in Emergencies (CPiE) in Dibate Woreda, Ethiopia. This role plays a critical part in ensuring vulnerable children are protected, supported, and given hope for a safer future.
Plan International Hiring Project Officer for Child Protection in Emergencies. Apply Now for 2025
About Plan International
For over 85 years, Plan International has been committed to advancing the rights of children and empowering communities. The organization works in more than 70 countries, focusing on equality, safety, and long-term development. In emergency settings, its Child Protection in Emergencies (CPiE) programs are vital in addressing the unique risks children face, such as violence, exploitation, family separation, and trauma.
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Role Overview: Project Officer – CPiE
The Project Officer will be stationed in Dibate, part of the Benishangul-Gumuz region, where humanitarian needs continue to rise due to instability and displacement. This position supports an emergency project funded by the European Civil Protection and Humanitarian Aid Operations (ECHO), focusing on restoring dignity and ensuring the safety of children in crisis-affected areas.
The Project Officer will be responsible for coordinating, implementing, and monitoring child protection activities within internally displaced persons (IDP) sites and surrounding communities. The role requires strong field presence and an ability to turn project plans into effective, real-world interventions.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead and coordinate the implementation of child protection activities across targeted communities and IDP sites.
- Strengthen community-based child protection mechanisms to prevent violence, harmful practices, abuse, and exploitation.
- Ensure that safeguarding standards are applied in all program activities and that children’s safety is prioritized at all times.
- Provide regular project updates, monitoring reports, and progress documentation for internal and donor requirements.
- Conduct training sessions for staff, community volunteers, and local partners on child protection, case management, and emergency response practices.
- Work closely with partners and stakeholders to support child protection case management systems and referral pathways.
- Ensure adherence to ECHO donor guidelines and compliance requirements throughout project implementation.
Required Qualifications
To qualify for this role, candidates should have:
- A bachelor’s degree in Social Work, Sociology, Psychology, Child Development, or a related discipline.
- A minimum of three years of experience working in humanitarian or emergency settings.
- Practical experience in case management, child protection programming, and supporting vulnerable children.
- Solid understanding of international child protection standards and Gender-Based Violence (GBV) principles.
- Proven ability to work under pressure, adapt to challenging environments, and manage emergencies effectively.
- Strong communication, reporting, and coordination skills.
- Familiarity with donor guidelines, particularly those related to ECHO-funded projects.
Commitment to Safeguarding and Inclusion
Plan International places a strong emphasis on safeguarding. The Project Officer must ensure adherence to the organization’s Child Protection Policy and actively promote safe, inclusive practices. Gender Equality and Inclusion (GEI) principles should be integrated into all project activities, ensuring that every child — especially girls — is protected and empowered.
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Why This Role Matters
The Project Officer – CPiE position is not just an administrative role; it is a mission-driven opportunity to positively impact children’s lives in one of Ethiopia’s most vulnerable regions. By ensuring children are protected from violence, supported through trauma, and given access to essential services, the Project Officer contributes to lasting resilience and hope.
This role is ideal for child protection professionals who are passionate about humanitarian work and committed to safeguarding children in crisis contexts.
