child participation and partnership OfficerSave the Children

ROLE PURPOSE
The Child Participation and Partnership Officer is responsible in the smooth planning, coordination and implementation of plans and activities in the project areas. S/he will be the primary responsible focal person in organizing CHAT Groups that ensure children's participation in the project implementation process and mobilizing partner stakeholders' and institutions in the project areas. S/he will be the on-site representative of Save the Children Philippines (SCP) especially in courtesy meetings, consultations and other meetings.
QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE
At least 2 years' experience in working relating to Education or an equivalent level of experience
Experience in partnership with and providing support to the government agencies, civil society groups-NGOs, community-based organizations or people's organizations
Experience in project management cycle
Ability to adapt new ideas and innovation; capacity to think strategically
Preferably with a degree in Education, Community Development, Social Sciences or equivalent experience
Familiarity and experience with the concepts of human rights, empowering civil society, local governance, children's rights and child protection
Can deal with various levels of stakeholders-from decision-makers to field level practitioners
Has proven skills in program management, training design and delivery, and facilitation
Excellent oral and written communication skills
Computer literate and adept in the use of MS Office software (Word, Excel, Powerpoint)
Can work well in highly stressful situations, prioritizes deliverables and meet reasonable deadlines
Understands and believes in Save the Children's mission and vision; commits to its objectives and willing to adopt Save the Children's methodology and framework
Willing to travel to any part of the country and be deployed in both humanitarian response and development programming
Save the Children

Iligan City, Lanao del Norte
Permanent
Full-time