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International Rescue Committee

Global humanitarian nonprofit delivering emergency relief

Child Protection Manager

Social & Community ServicesConfirmed live in the last 24 hours
Full-timeCúcuta, Cucuta, North Santander, ColombiaNo salary listedIn-person

About the Job

Requirements

  • A bachelor's degree or equivalent in social work, psychology, human rights, social sciences, or a related degree.
  • At least 3 years of experience implementing child protection programs; social work experience is preferred, particularly in humanitarian or development settings.
  • Fluency in spoken and written English and Spanish is required.
  • Demonstrated understanding of working with children, particularly vulnerable children.
  • Previous experience in emergency preparedness and response.
  • Demonstrated experience in staff capacity building and mentoring.
  • Proficiency with Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
  • Ability to apply skills and knowledge across direct implementation, advisory, coordination, training, and technical knowledge-transfer functions.

Responsibilities

  • Lead implementation of the child protection portfolio, including adaptation and pilot implementation of Growing Strong Together.
  • Ensure programmatic and contractual commitments to the donor are met, monitoring activity progress against work plans.
  • Oversee project activities, monitor progress against indicators and targets, and ensure monitoring systems are operational for data capture.
  • Coordinate with local partners to plan, implement, and monitor field activities in alignment with IRC quality standards.
  • Facilitate assessments and data collection, supporting projects such as Growing Strong Together.
  • Maintain core project documents, including logical frameworks, work plans, and monitoring plans.
  • Lead project-cycle meetings and consolidate general management tools.
  • Oversee use of management tools, including technical reports and procurement plans, to ensure accurate tracking and timely alerts.
  • Participate in monthly Budget vs. Actual meetings and support donor monitoring meetings.
  • Manage and lead amendment and negotiation processes with donor staff in collaboration with the regional team.
  • Provide technical guidance on donor rules and regulations to implementing partner staff to ensure compliance.
  • Support the partnerships team in implementing the PEERS system for sub-award management.
  • Collaborate with the MEAL team, Johns Hopkins University, and other stakeholders to design project-specific monitoring and evaluation tools adapted to the project context.
  • Implement feedback mechanisms to gather opinions from beneficiary populations.
  • Continuously monitor project indicators and targets, identifying challenges or deviations that require implementation adjustments.
  • Identify training needs of staff and partners related to project implementation.
  • Coordinate and facilitate sessions to improve project quality and service delivery.
  • Provide technical assistance and resolve implementation-related problems.
  • Hold regular partner meetings to assess progress, address challenges, and follow up on report delivery.
  • Lead production and timely submission of high-quality donor deliverables, including narrative reports, consolidating monitoring data and team narratives.
  • Document implementation progress, results, and lessons learned to inform continuous improvement and future scale-up.
  • Maintain regular communication with the donor about project progress and implementation issues.
  • Respond to daily information requests and draft internal and external communications.
  • Coordinate with the communications team to ensure donor visibility requirements are met.
  • Develop and maintain effective working relationships with donors, government stakeholders, United Nations agencies, international and local nongovernmental organizations, and other relevant actors.
  • Follow up on memoranda of understanding with key stakeholders and the activities planned under them.
  • Systematically and proactively monitor the safety and protection of field teams, promptly report concerns or incidents to IRC management, and liaise with community leaders and other external parties as needed to maintain or improve the safety environment for IRC programs.
  • Perform other duties assigned by the supervisor to enable and develop IRC programs.

Desired Qualifications

  • Social work experience, particularly in humanitarian or development settings.

About the Company

International Rescue Committee

Global humanitarian nonprofit delivering emergency relief

Emergency relief and long-term support provider active in 40+ countries and 26 U.S. cities, offering health, education, safety, economic, and protection services to people affected by conflict, displacement, or disasters. It runs refugee resettlement, mental health care, primary healthcare, vocational training, and protection programs, with operations that combine direct services and advocacy. Its distinct approach comes from a large global footprint, extensive field experience, a focus on dignity and resilience, and evidence-based programs supported by initiatives like the Airbel Impact Lab. The goal is to lessen suffering, protect human rights, and help communities recover and thrive through inclusive, long-term strategies that empower those affected by crises.

Company size
10,001+
Company stage
Grant
Total funding
$500K
Headquarters
New York City, New York
Founded
1933

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