Program Summary:

Project HOPE is providing humanitarian assistance to internally displaced and conflict-affected persons throughout the Gaza Strip, Occupied Palestinian Territory. The portfolio in the Gaza Strip focuses on Health, Mental Health, Protection, and WASH programming. The Child Protection Officer will support the protection of children affected by conflict, ensuring their safety, dignity, and rights are upheld.

POSITION SUMMARY:

The Child Protection Officer will lead and support the implementation of child protection activities, ensuring that children are protected from abuse, neglect, exploitation, and violence. The role includes case management, psychosocial support, capacity building, and coordination with partners and communities.

This position will be based in Gaza. Local Nationals Only.

PRINCIPAL RESPONSIBILITIES

Implement and monitor child protection activities in line with international standards and Project HOPE’s strategy.
Identify and respond to child protection concerns through case management and referral pathways.
Provide psychosocial support to children and caregivers, including structured group activities.
Parenting sessions or support groups. , psychoeducation for families on child behavior and stress management.
Referral of caregivers for mental health care or protection services if needed.
Facilitate child consultations and incorporate child feedback into activity design, ensuring child-friendly spaces for expression.
Ensure child protection activities are inclusive of children with disabilities and adapted for gender-specific needs.
Participating in rapid assessments and emergency MHPSS interventions.
Conduct child protection risk assessments and contribute to protection mainstreaming across sectors.
Train and support community-based child protection committees and frontline workers.
Ensure child safeguarding principles are integrated into all activities.
Maintain accurate, confidential, and up-to-date case files and documentation.
Coordinate with local authorities, NGOs, and UN agencies on child protection issues.
Support data collection, reporting, and learning related to child protection outcomes.
Engage with the Child Protection Cluster to support coordination and information sharing.
Review the follow up of cases, and ensure all cases are managed within acceptable timelines.
Promote adherence to Do No Harm and conflict sensitivity principles.
Perform other duties as assigned by the Protection Senior Officer.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

Bachelor's degree in psychology, Child Development, or related field.
Master's degree in psychology, Mental Health, Community Mental Health, or high diploma of Community Mental Health.
Minimum 5 years of experience in child protection in humanitarian settings.
Strong understanding of child protection principles, case management, and psychosocial support.
Experience working with vulnerable children and families in conflict-affected areas.
Familiarity with inter-agency child protection standards and tools (e.g., CPMS, CPIMS+).
Excellent communication, coordination, and interpersonal skills.
Ability to work under pressure and in insecure environments.
Fluency in Arabic; English proficiency is an advantage.

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