Job Description

SectorSocial DevelopmentAbout the AgencyThe Aga Khan Foundation is a leading global development organisation working to tackle the root causes of poverty. For more than 50 years, we have helped create strong community institutions that support sustainable, locally driven initiatives to improve the lives of millions of people. By combining local knowledge with global best practices, we strive to bring about transformative and long-lasting improvements to quality of life.Working alongside the agencies of the Aga Khan Development Network and through partnerships with local communities, civil society and business as well as governments and international aid agencies, we are building a future where we all thrive together.AutoReqId3841BRAgencyAga Khan FoundationSalarySalary and package to attract the best candidateRegionSouth AsiaThe requirementsQualifications, Skills, Knowledge, Experience, Behaviours, Attributes Qualifications

• Bachelor\'s degree level of education in relevant field

Skills

• Highly organised with strong logistical skills and consistent attention to detail.
• Strong interpersonal skills and ability to work in a cross-institutional, multicultural environment dealing with people from all levels of the organisation.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English and Hindi.
• Strong operational and IT skills as well as an openness to learning new software and tools.

Knowledge

• Knowledge of or keen interest in international development a plus.
• Knowledge of Safeguarding/POSH/ child protection will be a distinct advantage.

Experience

• 7-10 years of experience with a minimum of 5 years of safeguarding experience or experience in a similar field such as child protection or sexual and gender-based violence - preferably in an international non-profit organization
• 3+ years of safeguarding investigation experience, desired.
• Must have experience of working in both urban and rural areas, and solid understanding of local culture and customs
• Experience dealing with sensitive matters - highly confidential and discrete - and ability to build/maintain trust
• Experienced trainer, facilitator and mediator
• Experience in change management and project management skills
• Proven ability to multitask and work under pressure, juggling various requests and deadlines.
• Capable of delivering results within demanding timetables.
• Able to travel and work effectively in challenging environments.
• Experience adhering to safeguarding compliance requirements from donors desirable

Attributes

• Demonstrates equity, transparency, and integrity, inspiring trust through fairness, honesty, and confidentiality.
• Respects diversity and demonstrates compassion, empathy, and courtesy across varied backgrounds, religions, genders, and ages.
• Committed to acting ethically and upholding the organisation\'s Safeguarding Standards towards all staff, volunteers, and beneficiaries.
• Self-sufficient, collaborative, proactive, self-motivating work styles

Behaviours

• Exhibits a proactive and independent work style, proficient in managing tasks autonomously.
• Is a supportive team player, contributing effectively to shared goals and fostering a cooperative work environment and a collaborative organisational culture.
• Communicates complex ideas concisely, adapts communication styles to individual and audience needs, and actively listens to diverse viewpoints.
• Demonstrates a customer-focused orientation and is dedicated to the organisation\'s purpose and mission.
• Accepts challenges, seeks learning opportunities, and demonstrates adaptability to change.
• Acknowledges creativity, actively seeks new innovations and improvements for systems and processes.
• Approaches problem-solving with an enterprising attitude, quickly seeking alternative solutions.

Location: New Delhi
This is a local postingThe positionPosition Summary The Safeguarding Manager will lead safeguarding planning and implementation across AKF (India), supporting significant capacity building and bolstering compliance with AKF\'s Global Safeguarding Standards. This will include coordinating capacity building, promoting safe programming, enhancing safe partnerships, delivering trainings, establishing metrics, meeting donor compliance, managing risks, supporting the mainstreaming of safeguarding throughout operations, especially when engaging directly with communities and through partners. This role reports directly to the Chief Executive Officer (CEO), AKF (India), works closely with the local leadership and the respective Safeguarding Focal Points and has a direct technical reporting line to the Global Safeguarding Lead.Key Responsibilities
Be the safeguarding advisor

• Champion safeguarding policies and accompanying policy guidance support materials, including strong advocacy for safeguarding across all levels of business to promote a culture of respect, safety and inclusion.
• Provide quality and accessible advice, support and guidance to managers and staff through efforts ensuring that adequate safeguarding measures are integrated into office operations, processes and programs as outlined in AKF\'s Global Safeguarding Manual and other core documents.
• Act as a reporting avenue for safeguarding related issues, concerns or experiences and foster an environment where all potential safeguarding misconducts are reported as per AKF\'s Safeguarding Policy.
• Ensure adherence to the approved Policy Against Sexual Harassment at the Workplace, and build understanding of this key policy among the team.

Drive regional safeguarding strategy

• Establish safeguarding implementation plan/annual plan for AKF (India) addressing gaps identified by the external audit and monitor progress against the plan.

Lead capacity building efforts on safeguarding

• Create, support, and nurture a network of Safeguarding Focal Points and Trusted Persons across implementation geographies.
• Partner with the programme and MERL teams to enhance safeguarding awareness-raising in communities where AKF operates, and support the development and implementation of community reporting mechanisms.
• Support programme teams in building partner capacity in the areas of safeguarding.
• Lead safeguarding training delivery for AKF (India).

Ensure safeguarding standards are applied across AKF implementation geographies

• Undertake and/or support the review and adaptation of safeguarding procedures in line with mapping of local external environment (legislation, cultural considerations, etc.) and global AKF guidelines.

Partner with project and proposal development teams

• Operate as a technical partner on safeguarding matters in regards to programme design, proposal formulation, donor compliance, etc.

Participate in handling safeguarding cases

• With respect to safeguarding cases, play a lead role in case management, provide advice on case assessment and recommendations, and support the investigations teams as needed.

Aga Khan Development Network