Safeguarding & Social Inclusion Specialist

Overview

The Safeguarding & Social Inclusion Specialist ensures a safe and inclusive learning environment for youth in the RETRAP Agro Incubator, leading prevention and response to sexual exploitation, abuse, and harassment (SEA/SH) risks, and championing gender equality, disability inclusion, and social inclusion (GEDSI).

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and implement SEA/SH prevention and response measures.
• Deliver safeguarding inductions and regular training for staff, mentors, and partners.
• Establish confidential reporting systems and coordinate survivor-centered referrals.
• Ensure gender balance, disability inclusion, and equitable access in outreach, curricula, and mentorship.
• Conduct regular safeguarding risk reviews and advise on mitigation.
• Support MERL in safeguards reporting, disaggregated data collection, and donor compliance.
• Promote dignity, respect, and psychological safety across the incubator.

Required Experience

Strong background in safeguarding, SEA/SH prevention and response, with youth/vulnerable groups. Familiarity with World Bank ESS or similar donor frameworks. Proven GEDSI mainstreaming experience.

Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in Social Sciences, Gender/Development Studies, Social Work, or related field (Master’s preferred).

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