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Safeguarding systems & compliance

• Lead the implementation and continuous strengthening of the organisation’s Child Protection and Safeguarding Policy.
• Ensure safeguarding systems align with ACFID Code of Conduct requirements, organisational policies and relevant Ugandan child protection legislation.
• Ensure clear, well-communicated internal processes are in place for the identification, reporting, documentation and management of safeguarding concerns, including defined escalation pathways and roles for staff involved in safeguarding responses.
• Support the Community & Welfare Manager to undertake robust and rigorous investigations of child protection incidents.
• Support the organisation to maintain strong safeguarding compliance, documentation and reporting systems.
• Contribute to safe recruitment processes, including safeguarding declarations and background checks for staff and volunteers are completed.

Safeguarding Case Management and Coordination

• Act as a safeguarding focal point for child protection concerns raised through organisational programs.
• Work closely with the Social Worker and School Counsellor to ensure appropriate support, response and referrals for children experiencing protection concerns.
• Ensure safeguarding concerns are documented, managed confidentially and addressed in line with organisational procedures.
• Coordinate referrals to appropriate community services or statutory bodies when required.

Training and Capacity Building

• Deliver termly safeguarding and child protection training for staff, teachers, school leaders and community partners.
• Strengthen the capacity of program teams to identify, prevent and respond to safeguarding risks.
• Support schools and community partners to strengthen their own child protection awareness and reporting mechanisms.
• Lead training for staff, teachers and program teams on Diversity, Equity and Inclusion (DEI) practices, including gender-responsive pedagogy and awareness of gender-related needs such as menstrual health and hygiene, to support safe and inclusive learning environments for all students.
• Promote safeguarding practices that are gender-sensitive and inclusive, recognising and addressing the different risks and barriers faced by girls, boys and vulnerable children.