Child Protection Officer (Temporary, 6 months)

About the role

The Child Protection Officer will support UNICEF’s emergency response in Ebola‑affected areas of the Democratic Republic of Congo. Reporting to the Chief Child Protection Officer, the incumbent will provide technical, operational and administrative assistance for child protection and mental health and psychosocial support (MHPSS) interventions.

Key responsibilities

• Assist in the design, planning and implementation of child protection activities in coordination with partners and local authorities.
• Collect, analyse and report data on child protection incidents and MHPSS needs.
• Support the development of guidelines, tools and training materials for field staff.
• Facilitate community outreach and awareness‑raising on child rights and protection measures.
• Provide logistical and administrative support for field missions, including procurement and reporting.

Required profile

• University degree in international development, human rights, psychology, sociology, international law or a related social science field.
• Minimum two years of professional experience in social development planning and management, specifically in child protection.
• Fluency in French.

Required skills