Child Protection Field Officer at Good Neighbors International Rwanda

 Child Protection Field Officer at Good Neighbors International Rwanda

Organization: Good Neighbors International Rwanda (GNI Rwanda)

Position: Child Protection Field Officer

Number of Positions: 1

Duty Station: Mukiza Community Development Project (CDP), Rwanda

Application Deadline: 28 June 2026, 11:59 PM

About Good Neighbors International Rwanda

Good Neighbors International (GNI) is an international humanitarian and development organization in General Consultative Status with the United Nations Economic and Social Council (UN ECOSOC). The organization operates in more than 50 countries worldwide and is committed to creating a world without hunger, where people live together in harmony.

In Rwanda, GNI works across multiple sectors including Education, Health, WASH (Water, Sanitation and Hygiene), Food Security and Nutrition, Child Rights and Protection, Economic Empowerment, Inclusive Communities, Environmental Sustainability, and Humanitarian Assistance in various districts across the country.

GNI Rwanda is seeking a qualified, motivated, and passionate individual to join its team as a Child Protection Field Officer based at Mukiza Community Development Project (CDP).

Position Summary

The Child Protection Field Officer will be responsible for supporting sponsored children and their families, ensuring child protection, promoting children's well-being, monitoring educational and health outcomes, and maintaining sponsorship records and reports.

Key Responsibilities

- Locate, visit, and build strong relationships with sponsored children and their parents or guardians.

- Establish and support village-based children's groups and conduct monthly meetings.

- Organize and facilitate quarterly meetings for sponsored children's parents.

- Manage child protection cases, including counseling, reporting, referrals, and follow-up of emergency medical cases.

- Support and monitor abused or vulnerable sponsored children.

- Conduct regular health monitoring and follow-up for sponsored children.

- Advocate for and support malnourished children to access appropriate services.

- Monitor school attendance and prevent school dropouts among sponsored children.

- Prepare and submit sponsorship reports accurately and on time through the Child Management System (CMS), including:

  - GML Reports

  - ACL Reports

  - APR Reports

  - Child Information Forms (CIF)

  - Dropout Reports

- Facilitate payment and follow-up of health insurance for sponsored children.

- Maintain accurate records and submit regular field activity reports to the SSD Manager.

Qualifications and Experience

Education

- Minimum Diploma (A0) in Education or another related field.

Experience

- At least 2 years of relevant professional experience in child-focused programmes, community development, education, or related fields.

Skills and Competencies

- Strong communication skills in both Kinyarwanda and English.

- Ability to work effectively with children, parents, and community stakeholders.

- Good computer skills, including report writing and data management.

- Strong interpersonal, organizational, and problem-solving skills.

- Ability to work independently and within a team.

Required Documents

Applicants must submit the following:

- Application Letter addressed to the Country Director.

- Completed GNI Application Form.

- Updated Curriculum Vitae (CV) written in English.

- Copies of relevant academic and professional certificates.

- Diploma Certificate (A0) in the required field.

How to Apply

Interested candidates who meet the above requirements and reside within the project area are encouraged to apply.

Application Process

1. Download and complete the official GNI Application Form.

2. Rename the application file using the format:

   "Your Name – Child Protection Field Officer"

3. Submit the completed GNI Application Form together with your CV and supporting documents via email to:

Email: hr.gnr@goodneighbors.org

Deadline

Applications must be received no later than:

28 June 2026 at 11:59 PM

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

Safeguarding Statement

Good Neighbors International maintains a zero-tolerance policy toward any form of abuse, exploitation, harassment, or misconduct involving beneficiaries, children, or community members.

All employees and partners are required to comply with Good Neighbors' Safeguarding Policy, Protection from Sexual Exploitation and Abuse (PSEA) standards, and Code of Conduct. Successful candidates will be expected to uphold these principles both during and outside working hours.

Equal Opportunity

Good Neighbors International Rwanda is committed to creating an inclusive workplace and encourages qualified candidates from diverse backgrounds to apply.

Issued in Kigali on 16 June 2026

Hwahyun KIM

Country Representative

Good Neighbors International Rwanda

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