With more than 40 years of experience working in PNG, World Vision International Papua New Guinea (WVIPNG) focuses on helping the most vulnerable children and adults experience fullness of life. Inspired by our Christian faith, WVPNG has an exciting opportunity for someone who may be looking for a change and wants to become part of a dynamic team helping vulnerable people and communities.

World Vision International Papua New Guinea (WVIPNG) has exciting opportunity for those of you who want a change and want to become part of a dynamic team. We are currently looking for suitable, qualified, experienced, and highly motivated professional to fill the role of Protection Officer - X3 to be based in Central, Morobe & Western Highlands Province.

PURPOSE OF THE POSITION

The Safer Smarter Schools Project supports Papua New Guinea’s national education reform, including the 1–6–6 school restructuring, which focuses at improving student retention, completion, and learning outcomes from Preparatory through to Grade 12. WVPNG together with government and development partners is implementing a multi-sectoral education programme designed to improve and strengthen students safety, wellbeing, resilience and inclusion .

The purpose of this role is to promote peaceful, inclusive, and safe school environments under the Smarter and Safer Schools Project. The role focuses on strengthening conflict prevention, social cohesion, and positive relationships among students, teachers, families, and communities, particularly in provinces affected by violence, inter‑communal tensions, or child protection risks.

MAJOR ROLES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Peacebuilding and School Safety

• Support implementation of peacebuilding and conflict‑prevention activities in schools to reduce youth violence, bullying, and intimidation.
• Promote non‑violent communication, respect, and positive relationships among students and school staff.

GBV and Child Protection Prevention

• Integrate GBV prevention and child protection messaging into school safety activities.
• Support schools to establish or strengthen safe reporting and referral mechanisms in line with

Safeguarding procedures.

• Promote survivor‑centered and confidential approaches to protection concerns
• Youth, School, and Community Engagement
• Engage students, teachers, parents, and communities to promote peaceful behavior and shared responsibility for school safety.
• Support youth participation through peer mediation, leadership, and positive behavior initiatives.

Capacity Building and Awareness

Facilitate awareness sessions and basic training for school staff, youth, and community members on:

• Peacebuilding and conflict resolution
• GBV and youth violence prevention
• Child safeguarding and referral pathways

Coordination and Reporting

• Work closely with Provincial Coordinators, education authorities, and protection service providers.
• Contribute to activity reporting, documentation of outcomes, and learning.

Maintaining good relationship with external stakeholders

• Establish and maintain relationships with government and non-government education partners at school.
• Strong coordination and collaboration with school authorities
• Coordinate with fellow team members of the project for smooth implementation of the project.
• Visit project sites and communities on a regular basis.

WV Christian Work Living

• Lead and support Christian activities that enrich and develop mutual growth in Christ
• Perform any other tasks assigned by the Provincial Coordinator.
• Convey World Vision identity and core values in life, word, and deed in the workplace and outside of the workplace.
• Participate in World Vision PNG core staff activities, such as regular staff Christian reflection activities and regular programmatic Learning & Reflection days.

EDUCATIONAL QUALIFICATION/SKILLS, KNOWLEDGE & EXPERIENCE

• Diploma or degree in Community Development, Education, Social Work, Peace Studies, or related field.
• Minimum 2–4 years’ experience in community‑based, youth, protection, or education programming.
• Experience in violence prevention, GBV, child protection, or peacebuilding preferred.
• Strong ability to engage schools, youth, and communities.
• Tok Pisin and English proficiency required.
• Able to work with minimal supervision on extended period
• Good knowledge and skills on community mobilization and community extension services.
• Computer skills

A competitive salary, benefits, and career development opportunity will be offered commensurate with relevant experience, knowledge, and qualifications.

Interested applicants should submit the following documents all in one PDF file before; Sunday 10 May, 2026, (Midnight, PNG Time)

• Expression of interest
• Detailed CV

World Vision is committed to the principles of workplace diversity. Qualified women and people with disabilities are encouraged to apply.

World Vision is committed to safeguarding all children and adults living where World Vision operates. We enforce a zero tolerance policy for any forms of violence, abuse and exploitation against children or adults, either by employees or others affiliated with our work. We do not employ staff whose background is not aligned with our safe guarding practices. Employment is conditional upon successful completion of all mandatory background checks, including criminal record checks, where required.

We appreciate the time it takes to prepare your application. Please note that only short-listed candidates suitable for interviews will be contacted. If you do not hear from World Vision within two (2) weeks of the closing date, please consider your application unsuccessful.

To Apply

To apply, email your CV and other relevant documentation to [email protected]. Please include the Job ID "#26905" in the email's subject to ensure your application is processed.