CorpsAfrica Global Safeguarding Lead Jobs in Kenya
CorpsAfrica Global Safeguarding Lead Jobs in Kenya;We are seeking a Global Safeguarding Lead to own CorpsAfrica’s safeguarding strategy and standards organization‑wide, providing technical supervision to in‑country Safeguarding Officers and ensuring consistent implementation across all 11 countries of operation.
About CorpsAfrica
Founded in 2011 by Liz Fanning, former Peace Corps Volunteer.
First program launched in Morocco in 2013; now expanded to 11 countries.
Goal: expand to all 54 African countries within ten years.
Volunteers have completed over 800 projects, including wells, schools, roads, irrigation systems, literacy programs, and agricultural support.
Position Overview
Classification: Full‑time, Exempt.
Location: CorpsAfrica office in Ethiopia, Gambia, Ghana, Kenya, Malawi, Morocco, Rwanda, South Africa, Senegal, Côte d’Ivoire, or Uganda.
Reports to: Chief Operating Officer.
Salary and benefits: competitive, aligned with local customs and regulations.
Key Responsibilities
Own and strengthen global safeguarding policy framework, standards, and annual plans.
Serve as senior escalation point for safeguarding disclosures and incidents; oversee case management and survivor‑centered response.
Provide technical line management to safeguarding officers; set KPIs, conduct check‑ins, review performance.
Maintain and administer the Do Not Hire Registry Protocol.
Design and deliver safeguarding training for staff, volunteers, and officers.
Own organizational safeguarding risk assessment and gender risk matrix.
Lead safeguarding due diligence for new country offices, partners, and vendors.
Manage safeguarding reporting to Board, funders, and relevant parties.
Represent CorpsAfrica in external safeguarding communities of practice.
Manage safeguarding function’s budget.
Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree required; advanced degree preferred (social work, public health, international development, or related field).
7–10+ years of progressive leadership in safeguarding,
PSEA, or child/adult protection.
Experience managing safeguarding across multiple countries, ideally in Africa.
Direct supervision of distributed, multi‑country teams.
Case management and survivor‑centered response experience.
Training design and delivery experience.
Familiarity with donor safeguarding compliance frameworks (Mastercard Foundation preferred).
Fluency in English required; French proficiency strongly preferred.
Willingness to travel regionally (30–40%).
Strong cross‑cultural communication skills.
How to Apply
Submit résumé as single PDF titled “LastName_FirstName – Global Safeguarding Lead.”
Provide brief text responses to three screening questions (in lieu of cover letter) via JazzHR.
Application process includes: Review → Screening Interview → Second Interview → Written Exercise → Final Interview.
Applicants must be legally authorized to work full‑time in one of CorpsAfrica’s countries of operation.
Deadline: 26 September 2026.
Diversity & Inclusion
CorpsAfrica is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
Recruitment, training, and promotion without regard to age, gender, race, ethnicity, sexual orientation, marital status, disability, or identity.
Diversity and inclusion are recognized as drivers of organizational success.
How to apply
For more information and job application details, see; CorpsAfrica Global Safeguarding Lead Jobs in Kenya
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