Global Safeguarding Advisor

Location: Dublin or the UK

About Us

GOAL has responded to the world’s major humanitarian crises since its founding in 1977, working with vulnerable communities in 15 countries across the globe with a dedicated team of 3,500 personnel. While GOAL continues to be an agile first-responder to humanitarian crises, it is also committed to working with vulnerable communities to help them survive crises and support them on the road to recovery. 

Job Purpose

The Global Safeguarding Advisor oversees the implementation of the safeguarding policies and guidelines, including the Child and Adult Safeguarding Policy, Child Protection Policy, Protection from Sexual Exploitation, Abuse and Harassment (PSEAH) Policy, and the Code of Conduct, with the aim of creating a working environment free from SEAH of children or adults perpetrated by GOAL or its representatives. The aim of the role is to address and limit risks of abuse and harm directly or indirectly created by GOAL’s presence. 

Key Areas of Responsibility

• Developing and updating the global safeguarding strategy and driving operational implementation;
• Advising on a variety of contexts (including cultures, countries and partners);
• Implementing safeguarding best practice which is legally compliant;
• Organising learning and development opportunities.

Prevention

• Provide strategic vision and leadership on Safeguarding;
• Improve the effectiveness of SEA prevention, detection, mitigation, and response;
• Support country offices in developing and implementing cross-departmental annual Safeguarding Action Plans;
• Lead GOAL’s global Safeguarding focal point network;

Fostering a safe environment

• Represent GOAL in networks and professional groups;
• Support safeguarding focal points to develop community engagement plans;
• Support implementing Partners in developing and strengthening their safeguarding systems and processes;
• Engage with the communications function to develop case studies and human interest stories related to Safeguarding and Protection.

Responding to concerns

• Support the investigation team to carry out high-quality, lawful investigations at GOAL sites worldwide;
• Provide advice and guidance on SEA allegations;
• Build trust across the organisation so that stakeholders (including survivors) feel empowered to report concerns;
• Ensure that appropriate records are maintained on SEA, accidents, and harm, suitable for admission in legal proceedings;

Skills & Qualifications:

• Demonstrable experience in safeguarding and working with children, young people and/or adults who are vulnerable;
• Strong facilitation and presentation skills, including experience in the design and delivery of training programmes;
• Ability to work collaboratively with a wide range of stakeholders and cultures;

We strongly encourage you to apply even if you do not meet every single requirement listed.  At GOAL we welcome people of all abilities and want to ensure that our hiring and interview process meets the needs of all applicants. If you require a reasonable accommodation to make your application or interview experience a great one, please just contact our Recruitment Team at recruitment.hq@goal.ie   

GOAL commitment to Diversity, Equity and Inclusion: 
GOAL is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to building an inclusive environment for all employees. We foster an inclusive culture where all voices are heard and valued, we are particularly eager to receive applications from women (and other underrepresented groups). We know that the more inclusive we are, the better our work will be. 

All employees share in the responsibility for fulfilling GOAL’s commitment to equal employment opportunity and equal treatment. GOAL does not discriminate against any employee or volunteer; or any applicant for employment or volunteering on the basis of age, gender identity, ancestry, political opinion, civil status, medical condition, ethnic background, disability, race, religion, sexual orientation, or any other characteristic protected by applicable laws. 

Accountability within GOAL 

A commitment to GOAL values and GOAL’s integrity framework is critical to working with GOAL. Any candidate offered a job with GOAL will be expected to adhere to the following key areas of accountability: 1) Comply with GOAL’s policies and procedures with respect to safeguarding, code of conduct, health and safety, confidentiality, do no harm principles and unacceptable behaviour protocols; 2) Report any concerns about the welfare of a child or vulnerable adult or any wrongdoings within our programming area; 3) Report any concerns about inappropriate behaviour of a GOAL staff or partner. 

Safeguarding 

Children and vulnerable adults who come into contact with GOAL as a result of our activities must be safeguarded to the maximum possible extent from deliberate or inadvertent actions and failings that place them at risk of abuse, sexual exploitation, injury and any other harm. One of the ways that GOAL shows this on-going commitment to safeguarding is to include rigorous background and reference checks in the selection process for all candidates. 

General Terms and Conditions 

This Job Description only serves as a guide for the position available. GOAL reserves the right to change this document.