Exciting Career Opportunities at Plan International – Kenya
Plan International is a globally recognized humanitarian organization committed to advancing children’s rights and equality for girls. We work in over 75 countries, ensuring that children and young people thrive in safe and inclusive environments. We are currently seeking passionate professionals to join our team in various capacities. If you are driven by a desire to create lasting change, explore the opportunities below.
1. Child Rights & Safeguarding Officer (Temporary) – Middle East, Eastern and Southern Africa
Role Overview:
The Child Rights & Safeguarding Officer will play a pivotal role in ensuring that child protection policies and safeguarding measures are implemented effectively. This role supports risk assessments, builds staff capacity, and ensures compliance with Plan International’s safeguarding framework.
Key Responsibilities:
- Implement and monitor child safeguarding and protection policies.
- Support risk assessments and mitigation strategies to ensure child safety.
- Conduct training sessions for staff and partners on safeguarding policies.
- Handle child protection concerns and escalate them appropriately.
- Collaborate with local and international teams to enhance child rights programs.
2. Regional Director, MEESA – Middle East, Eastern and Southern Africa
Role Overview:
As the Regional Director for the Middle East, Eastern, and Southern Africa (MEESA), you will lead strategic planning and operations, ensuring impactful program delivery across multiple countries. This high-level leadership role requires a visionary professional with strong stakeholder management skills.
Key Responsibilities:
- Provide strategic direction and oversight for programs in the MEESA region.
- Strengthen partnerships with donors, governments, and regional stakeholders.
- Oversee financial and operational performance, ensuring efficiency and accountability.
- Champion Plan International’s mission and drive impactful initiatives.
- Lead and mentor teams to achieve organizational goals.
3. Youth Advocacy Officer – Global Hub (Location Flexible)
Role Overview:
The Youth Advocacy Officer will support and coordinate youth-led advocacy initiatives to promote children’s rights and gender equality. This role is ideal for a dynamic professional passionate about amplifying young voices on a global stage.
Key Responsibilities:
- Develop and implement youth advocacy strategies.
- Engage young people in policy dialogues and decision-making processes.
- Build partnerships with youth networks and advocacy groups.
- Support the development of advocacy materials and campaigns.
- Monitor and evaluate the impact of youth-led advocacy initiatives.
4. Deployable WASH in Emergencies Specialist – Global Hub (Location Flexible)
Role Overview:
The Deployable WASH in Emergencies Specialist will provide technical expertise and leadership in emergency Water, Sanitation, and Hygiene (WASH) interventions. This role requires rapid deployment to crisis-affected areas to ensure communities have access to clean water and sanitation.
Key Responsibilities:
- Design and implement emergency WASH programs.
- Provide technical guidance on water supply, sanitation, and hygiene promotion.
- Conduct needs assessments and develop response strategies.
- Train and support field teams on WASH best practices.
- Collaborate with local and international partners to optimize impact.
5. Humanitarian Needs Assessment Specialist – Global Hub (Location Flexible)
Role Overview:
The Humanitarian Needs Assessment Specialist will lead assessments to inform Plan International’s emergency response strategies. This role involves analyzing humanitarian situations and ensuring that interventions are data-driven and impactful.
Key Responsibilities:
- Conduct rapid and in-depth humanitarian needs assessments.
- Develop data collection tools and methodologies for accurate analysis.
- Provide technical support to country offices on assessment processes.
- Analyze findings and provide recommendations for emergency interventions.
- Collaborate with response teams to enhance data-driven decision-making.
How to Apply
If you are passionate about making a difference and meet the criteria for any of these roles, we invite you to apply. Join us in our mission to create a better future for children worldwide.
