Job Type: Regular / Permanent
Department: Safeguarding

Duty Location: Head Office, Islamabad, Pakistan
Monthly Salary: PKR 80,000

About READ Foundation

Since 1994, READ Foundation has empowered over 130,000 children, including 14,000 orphans, through quality education in 624 schools across Pakistan. The organization supports out-of-school girls through community learning centers and collaborates with the Government of Punjab on public schools, emergency aid, and rehabilitation for crisis-affected communities.

Job Purpose

The Safeguarding Officer will support the Safeguarding Lead in implementing READ Foundation’s Safeguarding Policy across offices, schools, projects, and field operations. The role involves coordinating prevention, reporting, and support activities to protect children, vulnerable adults, staff, and communities from harm.

Key Responsibilities

• Support safeguarding policy implementation, assess risks, and follow up on preventive and corrective actions.

• Conduct safeguarding training and awareness sessions for staff, teachers, volunteers, and relevant stakeholders.

• Promote accessible reporting channels for children, parents, staff, and communities.

• Receive, record, and promptly refer concerns through approved reporting procedures.

• Coordinate support and referrals for affected individuals under the guidance of the Safeguarding Lead.

• Maintain confidential case records, track response timelines, and support authorized investigations.

• Conduct field visits and coordinate with safeguarding focal persons, programme teams, and relevant service providers.

• Prepare progress reports and recommend improvements to safeguarding practices.

Qualifications & Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in Social Sciences, Psychology, Social Work, Development Studies, or a related field.

• At least two years of relevant experience in safeguarding, child protection, prevention of gender-based violence, or community development.

• Experience in the NGO or development sector is preferred.

Required Skills & Competencies

• Knowledge of safeguarding, child protection, confidentiality, and the safety and dignity of affected individuals.

• Strong communication, training, coordination, and report-writing skills.

• Ability to handle sensitive concerns professionally, with integrity and impartiality.

• Sound judgment, risk assessment, and problem-solving abilities.

• Willingness to travel to schools and project locations.

Important Notes

• Only shortlisted candidates will be invited for an interview and test in Islamabad.

• Internal candidates may apply through the proper channel with an NOC from the relevant department head.

• No TA/DA will be admissible for appearing in the test/interview.

• READ Foundation reserves the right to stop or cancel the recruitment process.

• The selected candidate must comply with READ Foundation’s Safeguarding Policy and Code of Conduct.

• Appointment is subject to satisfactory reference and relevant background checks.

🔎 Source: Official Careers Portal

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