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Senior Officer (Child Safeguarding)

Plan International Hong Kong 國際培幼會

  • Company Industries:Charity/Social Services/Non-Profit Organisation

Job Information

  • Post Date:2022-06-13
  • Career Level:Middle
  • Location:Ngau Tau Kok
  • Yr(s) of Exp:5 years
  • Qualification:Degree
  • Employment Type:Full Time, Permanent
  • Job Function:Education  Others  Public / Civil  Social Services - Community / Non-profit Organization &nbs
  • Benefits:Dental insurance, Medical insurance, Five-day work week, Flexible working hours

Job Description

OBJECTIVE/PURPOSE:

The position requires a broadly dynamic, experienced and passionate manager who is able to drive the development of child safeguarding consultancy and training services. He/She is preferably to be an experienced advisor and trainer who is able to effectively design, organise and provide trainings and consultancy services to relevant stakeholders in sports sector including institutions, parents or children.

The position reports to the Senior Manager, Hong Kong Programme and Advocacy


PRINCIPAL ROLES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

  • Work with the Senior Manager, Hong Kong Programme and Advocacy to develop and implement Child Safeguarding consultancy and training programmes in line with the organisation’s plan.
  • Develop and conduct a set of accreditation activities and standard to assess and monitor the continued fulfilment by accredited organisations towards the accreditation criteria.
  • Coordinate or implement trainings and briefings in the community.
  • Co-work with the Senior Manager, Hong Kong Programme and Advocacy to organise influencing events such as Conferences, Forums, Symposiums, Workshops, etc. 
  • Work as the main contact point for child safeguarding services enquiries.
  • Cultivate and maintain the good relationship with major partners and key stakeholders.
  • Provide constructive content and editorial for the ongoing development of child safeguarding website, and other public channels to promote child safeguarding messages.
  • Conduct programme monitoring and outcome evaluations to ensure effective programmes are performed
  • Together with Senior Manager, Hong Kong Programme and Advocacy to work with Marcom and influencing team to extend Plan’s influence on local community and engage key stakeholders to advocate a wide adoption of Child Safeguarding Policy
  • Liaise and network with Plan International’s global hub and bridge external expertise, practices and experience in order to keep track to internationally recognised protocols and standards of child safeguarding and protection
  • Work with other units in implementing other Plan International’s activities


QUALIFICATIONS:

Job Specific Competencies

  • University degree in sports, education, social science or other relevant disciplines with at least 5 years working experience in programme management, preferably in the social work field or education sector.
  • Experience in research, curriculum development and knowledge in sports are highly preferred.
  • Experience in child abuse cases is a plus.
  • Knowledge and experience in Hong Kong Child Protection System will be an advantage.
  • A proficient written and verbal communicator with the ability to communicate to diverse groups of people, with proven presentation, training and facilitation skills
  • Experience in service development, highly organised and demonstrate a can-do attitude
  • Solid experience in educational resources development, stakeholder engagement and networking
  • Excellent English & Chinese oral and written communication skills
  • Commitment to Plan’s mission and vision and observe strictly to data privacy and child protection policies

Personal Qualities

  • A heart for “children at risk”, highly motivated and quick learner, able to work independently and meet tight deadlines
  • Mature and able to maintain active client engagement and communications
  • Independent and with good team-work spirit
  • Analytical, multi-tasking, flexible, problem-solving skills and attention to details
  • Align with Plan’s values Multi-tasking, flexible, problem-solving skills and attention to details

 Other proficiency

  • Proficient in MS Office applications
  • English requirement – Preferable with Grade C or above in HKCEE (Syl. B) / 7 or above in IELTS

Plan International Hong Kong Limited

Company Info

Plan International was founded over 80 years ago and is one of the world’s leading child-focused organisations. We strive for a just world that advances children’s rights and equality for girls. Headquartered in the U.K., we are working in 57 developing countries to improve the quality of life in health, education, environment and livelihood with the funding from 21 fundraising offices. Plan International is independent, with no religious, political or governmental affiliations.

Plan International has a deep connection with Hong Kong as it operated a field office from 1959 to 1973, helping nearly 12,000 local children and their families. The Hong Kong office is re-opened in 2009, giving the Hong Kong community a chance to give back by supporting child development programmes and emergency relief work in Asia, Africa and the Americas. Plan International Hong Kong has extended its work to local community in recent years with a focus on safeguarding children’s best interest so children can grow up equally, are being valued and cared for, and free from discrimination, fear or violence. 

Plan International HK is an equal opportunity employer. We welcome applicants who meet the respective requirements of the job vacancy. All appointments are based on the candidates’ past working experience, competencies and qualifications regardless of their gender, age, race, religion, marital status, sexual orientation or family status.

Further information about Plan International Hong Kong may be obtained by visiting our website or our Facebook page. 

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