CLIMATE CHANGE CHILD PROTECTION OFFICER

(POM BASED)

ChildFund PNG is seeking a dedicated and experienced Child Protection Officer to promote and safeguard the rights and wellbeing of children within our programmes and activities. The role is responsible for implementing child protection policies, responding to child safeguarding concerns, conducting risk assessments, providing training and awareness sessions, and coordinating with communities, government agencies, and other stakeholders to ensure children are protected from abuse, neglect, exploitation, and violence. The successful candidate will monitor compliance with safeguarding standards, maintain accurate case documentation, and support the development of a safe and child-friendly environment for all children.

Key qualities: Strong understanding of child protection principles, excellent communication and case management skills, high ethical standards, and a commitment to child rights and safeguarding practices.

ESSENTIAL QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE

• Bachelor’s degree in social work, Community Development, Child Protection, Development Studies, Psychology, Sociology, Education, Humanitarian Studies or another relevant field.
• Minimum three years of relevant experience in child protection, GBV, safeguarding, community development, humanitarian programming, climate resilience, education, social services or related work.
• Experience working directly with communities, children, adolescents, parents, volunteers and local leaders.
• Experience supporting project planning, field implementation, training, monitoring, documentation and reporting.
• Experience working with government agencies, schools, civil society organisations or development partners is highly desirable.
• Practical knowledge of child protection referral pathways, safeguarding, PSEA, confidentiality and survivor-centred approaches.
• Knowledge of CPiE, psychological first aid, Child-Friendly Spaces, case management or climate/DRR programming is an advantage.
• Previous experience in Central Province or rural and remote PNG communities is an advantage.

CHILD SAFEGUARDING REQUIREMENTS

This position involves regular direct contact with children, adolescents, families and vulnerable people. Appointment will be subject to ChildFund PNG’s recruitment checks, and the successful candidate must sign and comply with the Child Safeguarding Policy, Code of Conduct, PSEA requirements and all related safeguarding procedures. Any offer of employment may be withdrawn or employment terminated where safeguarding requirements are not met.

Applications closed on the 30th of July 2026. . Any late applications will not be accepted. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted for interview.

To Apply

To apply, email your CV and other relevant documentation to [email protected]. Please include the Job ID "#27868" in the email's subject to ensure your application is processed.