The Role

Oxfam International Secretariat is looking for Safeguarding Practice and Development Manager who will specifically manage Oxfam’s ongoing efforts to develop and review One-Oxfam safeguarding policies and procedures. The other main purpose of the role is to raise awareness, build capacity and improve safeguarding practices by leading a fit-for-purpose global safeguarding Learning and Development (L&D) strategy and implementation plan. Both aspects have a strong focus on ongoing engagement and communication with the safeguarding network and other key internal and external stakeholders.

Who we're looking for

- Demonstrated experience working on (safeguarding) policy or process development in large and complex organisations within an international context;
- Demonstrated experience of having managed and developed (safeguarding) training and learning activities to diverse and large audiences.
- Demonstrated ability to be self-motivated and work independently with a high degree of professionalism, to achieve objectives, as well as work collaboratively within a team;
- Demonstrated ability to develop effective professional networks with a range of peers within an organisation, and externally, in order to influence, progress an agenda, ensure relevance and best practice, and make an impact;
- Excellent communication skills, including excellent written and spoken English, and demonstrated ability to produce professional materials, communication and written reports

What we offer

This role will give you an opportunity to manage Oxfam’s ongoing efforts to develop and review One-Oxfam safeguarding policies and procedures. The other main purpose of the role is to raise awareness, build capacity and improve safeguarding practices by leading a fit-for-purpose global safeguarding Learning and Development (L&D) strategy and implementation plan. Both aspects have a strong focus on ongoing engagement and communication with
the safeguarding network and other key internal and external stakeholders. At Oxfam, we believe that every aspect of our work can lead to a positive outcome. If you have the same opinion, together with the ability to meet the challenges involved, this role offers scope for immense personal fulfilment – as well as outstanding opportunities to develop your career.

Oxfam is committed to providing a fair compensation package and a flexible working environment.

How to apply

Please upload an up-to-date CV and a covering letter, clearly explaining your suitability against the essential criteria in the Job Profile.

Kindly note that only shortlisted candidates will be shortlisted- usually within 2 weeks of the closing date.

About us

Oxfam is a global movement of people working together to end the injustice of poverty.

That means we tackle the inequality that keeps people poor. Together we save, protect and rebuild lives. When disaster strikes, we help people build better lives for themselves, and for others. We take on issues like land rights, climate change and discrimination against women. And we won’t stop until every person on the planet can enjoy life free from poverty.

We are an international confederation of 21 organizations (affiliates) plus the Oxfam International Secretariat, working together with partners and local communities in the areas of humanitarian, development and campaigning, in around 90 countries.

The Oxfam International Secretariat is currently headquartered in Nairobi, with offices in Oxford, Washington DC, New York, Brussels, Geneva, and a liaison office with the Africa Union in Addis Ababa.

All our work is led by our core values: Empowerment, Accountability, Inclusiveness, Courage, Solidarity and Equality. 

Our commitment to safeguarding

Oxfam is committed to preventing any type of unwanted behavior at work including sexual harassment, exploitation and abuse, lack of integrity and financial misconduct; and committed to promoting the welfare of children, young people and adults. Oxfam expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment through our code of conduct. We place a high priority on ensuring that only those who share and demonstrate our values are recruited to work for us.

Note: All offers of employment will be subject to satisfactory references and may be subject to appropriate screening checks, which can include criminal records and terrorism finance checks. Please note that Oxfam International participates in the Inter-Agency Scheme for the Disclosure of Safeguarding-related Misconduct in Recruitment Processes within the Humanitarian and Development Sector. Under this scheme, if you have been employed by another member of the scheme, we will request information from that organization on any misconduct history in accordance with the terms of the scheme. For scheme details please click here

Oxfam International is an equal opportunities employer, committed to diversity and inclusion within the workplace.