PROTECTION OFFICER

JOB ADVERTISEMENT : PROTECTION OFFICER - GNI - GOOD NEIGBHBORS International, ONG Cameroon
Post Title PROTECTION OFFICER
Project KOICA Phase 2(Improving children's access to education throug trengthened education, water and sanitation, and child protectio services in the East Region of Cameroon)
Duty Station Batouri, East Region, Cameroon.
Coverage Area Batouri and Ngoura Subdivisions (Kadey Division)
Under the supervision Assistant Program Manager
Contract type Fixed term contract (CDD)
Contract duration 1 year (renewable based on performance evaluations and vailability offunds)
About Good Neighbors:
Good Neighbors is an international humanitarian and development Organization founded in Seoul in 1991 with a presence in 51 countries worldwide including Cameroon. We are dedicated to safeguarding children's wellbeing and promoting community led solutions for lasting impact in child protection. Guided by the principles of child rights protection, we tackle complex issues through a holistic approach in sectors like Education, Water and Sanitation Hygiene, Health, Food Security, Livelihoods and Environment, aligning with our global mission to make the world a better place where children thrive and communities flourish. In Cameroon, we work with different international partners such as the United Nations, Bilateral Donors and INGOs to seek sustainable solutions to development and humanitarian challenges.
I. Project context
The KOICA Phase Il project, funded by the Korea nternational Cooperation Agency (KOICA) and implemented in partnership with UNICEF and other stakeholders, aims to strengthen local governance systems and improve access to essential services for vulnerable populations.
The project focuses on enhancing education, child protection, WASH services and social services in the East Region of Cameroon, particularly in Lom and Djerem and Kadey Divisions.
Within the framework of this partnership, Good Neighbors Cameroon (GNCMR) is recruiting a qualified and motivated Protection Officer to support the implementation of child protection activities in the project areas.
2. Role Purpose
Working in 51 countries across the world, GNCMR aims to reach marginalized children and communities through high-quality programs that offer sustainable benefits and improved livelihoods. As a key member of the Good Neighbors Cameroon humanitarian team, the Child Protection Officer is responsible for ensuring that the rights of the most vulnerable children in the East Region are protected in line with the project. The officer will lead interventions to prevent and respond to abuse, neglect, exploitation, and violence against children, focusing on both refugee and host community populations. The goal is to build a protective environment where children can thrive, ensuring that child protection is mainstreamed across all other project sectors.
3. Key Responsibilities:
Child Protection Program Implementation Support the implementation of child protection activities in targeted communities. Identify vulnerable children and families in need of protection services. Support the establishment and strengthening of community child protection committees.
Case Management Conduct case assessments for vulnerable children. Develop and follow up individual case management plans. Refer children and families to appropriate social services and protection mechanisms.
Community Awareness and Prevention Facilitate community awareness sessions on child protection, birth registration, child rights and prevention of violence against children. Promote safe and protective environments for children in communities and schools.
Coordination and Referral Mechanism