Vacancy Code

CIFA_CHIPRO-020_26

Introduction

Within the framework of the project funded by the Commission for International Adoptions (CAI), the Child Protection Officer based in Addis Ababa will work closely with 12 selected schools in Yeka Sub-City to implement child protection, child rights, and inclusive education activities in line with the approved project document.

The officer will be responsible for raising awareness of child rights and protection through age-appropriate educational materials and awareness-raising activities. The position will also involve working closely with school-based child protection focal persons, child protection reporting mechanisms, and Parent–Teacher Associations (PTAs) to strengthen child protection practices and promote safe and inclusive learning environments.

Furthermore, the Child Protection Officer will support school dropout prevention initiatives, follow up on sanitary pad distribution activities, monitor school enrolment and attendance, and contribute to the implementation of inclusive education activities to ensure that vulnerable children have equitable access to education and protection services.

Organization

CIFA is an international NGO with over 40 years of experience in protecting vulnerable children and youth. Active in Ethiopia for more than 20 years, CIFA promotes access to quality education, child protection, gender equality, women’s economic empowerment, and inclusive livelihoods. Through its integrated approach, CIFA has developed strong expertise in managing multi-sectoral projects, linking institutional support with grassroots socio-economic inclusion across Addis Ababa, Amhara, Dire Dawa, Harari, and Oromia.

Project

Root Of Future: 18-month CAI-funded project is a multi-regional and multi-country initiative designed to intervene deeply in three core interconnected sectors: Child Protection, Education, and Preventing Irregular Migration. Operating simultaneously in Addis Ababa, Dire Dawa, and Dessie (Amhara), the project aims to strengthen local protection mechanisms, enhance access to inclusive education, and mitigate the root causes of irregular migration by fostering sustainable socio-economic alternatives and raising community awareness.

Job Requirements

Education:

• Bachelor’s degree in Social Work, Sociology, Psychology, Child Development, Education, Community Development, or a related field.

Experience

• At least 2–3 years of relevant professional experience in child protection, child rights, inclusive education, or community-based development projects.

• Experience working with schools, children, teachers, Parent–Teacher Associations (PTAs), and community stakeholders is an advantage.

• Experience in school dropout prevention, menstrual hygiene management, and promoting access to education for vulnerable children is an asset.

Duration Contract: Annual contract, until October 2027, renewable subject to performance and project needs  with a 60- working days probation period and the possibility of extension.

Location: Addis Ababa

Duties and Responsibilities

• Child Rights and Protection Awareness: Plan and conduct age-appropriate awareness-raising sessions for students on child rights, child protection, prevention of violence, and safe school environments, using appropriate educational and awareness-raising materials.

• School Child Protection Mechanisms: Work closely with school-based child protection focal persons and reporting mechanism representatives to strengthen child protection systems, promote safe reporting channels, and facilitate appropriate follow-up of reported concerns in line with safeguarding procedures.

• Parent–Teacher Association (PTA) Engagement: Collaborate with PTAs, teachers, school administrators, and other relevant stakeholders to strengthen their engagement in child protection, child rights promotion, and the prevention of school dropout.

• School Dropout Prevention and Enrolment Follow-up: Support the identification of children at risk of dropping out, facilitate appropriate follow-up with schools and families, and monitor school attendance and enrollment to promote continued access to education for vulnerable children.

• Sanitary Pad Distribution and Follow-up: Support and monitor the distribution of sanitary pads to targeted students, ensuring that the activity is implemented appropriately and contributes to girls’ school attendance, menstrual hygiene management, and retention in education.

• Inclusive Education: Support the implementation of inclusive education activities in the 12 selected schools in Yeka Sub-City, promoting equal access to education, participation, and protection for all children, particularly vulnerable children and those at risk of exclusion.

• Following the DREAM Training of Trainers (ToT), organizing and conducting DREAM sessions in 12 schools. 

• Monitoring, Documentation, and Reporting: Regularly follow up on the implementation of child protection and education-related activities, document progress and challenges, and prepare activity reports in coordination with the project team and relevant school stakeholders.

Remuneration

The employee’s Gross Salary will be € 520.67 [Five hundred twenty euros and sixty‑seven cents  Only] based on the salary scale of the Organization (Grade 4 -Step 1) and will be paid at the end of each month to the employee’s bank account.

This gross salary included monthly transport allowance, 11% pension fund as per the law of the Country. Medical and life insurance are also provided as additional benefits under CIFA’s policy.

Skills and Competencies

Technical Skills and Competencies

• Good understanding of child rights, child protection principles, safeguarding, and inclusive education.

• Ability to facilitate awareness-raising sessions using age-appropriate and child-friendly materials.

• Ability to collaborate with school-based child protection focal persons and reporting mechanisms.

• Good skills in activity follow-up, monitoring, documentation, and report writing.

• Strong communication, interpersonal, teamwork, and community engagement skills.

• Ability to identify children at risk of school dropout and support appropriate follow-up in coordination with schools and families.

Language and Other Requirements

• Proficiency in written and spoken Amharic and English.

• Knowledge of additional local languages is an advantage.

• Basic computer skills, including Microsoft Word, Excel, and email.

• Commitment CIFA’s safeguarding and child protection policies, confidentiality, non-discrimination, and the best interests of the child.

How To Apply

Interested candidates who meet the required qualifications and experience are invited to submit their applications through this Link: https://forms.gle/vipGW5z4Q4Cocwc98

Please attach your: 

• CV in PDF

• Cover letter in PDF

• BA/MA/PHD Certificates in PDF

• Portfolio of awareness creation activity (additional)  

It is recommended to follow the guidelines provided. Given the possible high number of applications, there is no guarantee that we will be able to respond to all applicants.

Job Requirements Candidates should hold a bachelor’s degree in Social Work, Sociology, Psychology, Child Development, Education or a related field and possess at least two to three years of professional experience in child protection, child rights or inclusive education. The role requires proven ability to work with schools, teachers, PTAs and community stakeholders, including experience in dropout prevention and menstrual hygiene management. Applicants must demonstrate strong communication, facilitation, monitoring and documentation skills, and be fluent in Amharic and English. How to Apply Click the apply button below Submit your CV, cover letter and certificates in PDF format via the provided link; you may attach a portfolio of awareness-creation activities if available. Follow the guidelines in the application form.