Job description:

The Innovation Lab Monitor is responsible for the implementation of child protection activities within static CP teams/units, and within the community, within Salahaddin Governorate, (including surrounding areas as required by the project). S/he works under the direct supervision of the CP Supervisor, with overall guidance from the CP and Education Program Manager and Deputy, and in collaboration with other CP teams of Tdh. The CP Monitor is supported by community animators/volunteers (if any). S/he is responsible for the quality and safety of activities delivered in the the implementation sites under his/her supervision, according to the Tdh mandate and relevant international standards.

Main responsibilities:

1.    Planning, implementation and supervision of activities

1.1   Ensure the daily functioning of Innovation Labs in a safe, coordinated and dignified manner

1.2   Under the supervision of the CP Supervisor, contribute to planning and delivery of UNICEF Life Skills and Citizen Education (LSCE) framework, including employability skills, life skills, digital skills and citizenship and entrepreneurship skills

1.3   Encourage critical thinking, team building and trust among participants by using activities and exercises directly connected to self-development, inter and intra-communal conflict management, respect for diversity and acceptance of others, social dialogues and peacebuilding, changing of mind-sets, as well as communication, leadership, and healthy lifestyles.

1.4   Promote and encourage the development of youth-led business ventures, as well as encouraging business networking and mentorship opportunities through seed funded social innovation and entrepreneurship projects and prepare grantees to launch their respective projects.

1.5   Under the supervision of the CP Supervisot, lead in the incubator phase and selection of grantee in generating a successful prototype idea.  

1.6   Coordinate with private sector companies and relevant government departments to  ensure that youth (18-24 years) are selected for an internship or work placement program following successful completion of the LSCE trainings. Liaise with the relevant leaders of the internship or apprenticeship to monitor the overall progress, safety and dignity of the youth involved. 

1.7   Proactively promote the participation of adolescents girls, children with disabilities, marginalized children in project activities

1.8   Supervise, coach and coordinate coordinate volunteers,  in order to ensure an effective, safe and stimulating implementation of project activities. Provide relevant feedback to the CP management

2.    Child Safeguarding

2.1     Implement measures to deter unauthorized entry into the activity sites.

2.2     Support the CP Supervisor in the identification of child protection issues and trends, and communicate these in a timely manner, and with utmost respect for confidentiality and dignity concerns.

2.3     Ensure that timely and appropriate action is taken to mitigate child protection risks.

2.4     Monitor the functionality and adequateness of feedback and complaint mechanisms, their safety and accessibility.

2.5     Make sure that child safeguarding considerations are systematically taken into account in activity planning and implementation. Raises through appropriate channels of communication any child protection and child safeguarding concern that arises during the project period.

2.6     Identify problem and bottlenecks associated with the delivery of the programme and timely inform the line manager, proactively participating to suggest solutions.

3.    Resource Management, Reporting and data collection

3.1     Manage, store and protect Tdh material, equipment, and information.

3.2     Ensure that the space, the material and equipment are safe and appropriate to children needs according to their age, gender and abilities. Communicate with line manager of any damage or disservice to Tdh space and/or material.

3.3     Ensure meticulous data collection on childrenand youth’s attendance in the project, as required by the project rules, including the daily collection of registration froms at activities and the management of data. Support volunteers in their registration and data collection, and verify correctness.

3.4     Effectively  use training planning and training report tools. Ensure appropriate storage and communication of relevant information.

4.    Community Mobilisation

4.1     Ensure participation of children, youth, parents, and the community in order to promote understanding and acceptance of Tdh CP activities, as well as their appropriateness and relevance.

4.2     Promote awareness of CP issues within the community and disseminate means to raise concerns and feedback.

4.3     Motivate volunteers, facilitate their work and commitment.

5.    Networking and Coordination

5.1   Work collaboratively with Tdh case workers, case managers, and other CP staff.

5.2   Coordinate with CP teams, education teams and WASH team, in line with guidance from CP Supervisor and managers.

5.3   Under the supervision of the CP Supervisor, network with local authorities and with the community. Represent Tdh professionally and in accordance with his/her competencies.

5.4   Participate in identifying new partnerships and collaboration/coordination opportunities to broaden the impact of Tdh’s CP activities and promote child protection mainstreaming (in agreement with and with support from his/her line manager).

As well as the following specific professional competencies:

·      University degree in social science, pedagogy, business administration, youth development or relevant field.

·      At least one year of professional experience in child protection, vocation trainings, life skills trainings or other related area with a minimum of 6 months work experience with NGOs.

·      Good command of Arabic is essential. Knowledge of English is of added value.

·      Prior experience with UNICEF projects is an added value

·      Ability to work in unstable, uncertain or potentially dangerous environments, independently and in a team.

·      Strong cross-cultural communication and resilience skills.

Child Safeguarding Policy

·           Raising awareness within the Tdh Foundation on violence against children.

·           Providing guidance to employees and others and defining expectations when it comes to preventing, raising, denouncing and responding to issues of child abuse.

·           Reducing the risk of child abuse by selectively recruiting employees and others.

·           Reducing the risk of child abuse by developing a culture of open and informed leadership within the organization and in our work with children.