Protection Technical Lead – International Projects

About the role

The Protection Technical Lead will coordinate and monitor safeguarding programs for international projects in South Sudan, ensuring compliance with Samaritan's Purse policies and global standards.

Key responsibilities

• Lead protection and safeguarding program coordination and monitoring.
• Identify technical gaps in protection services and develop solutions, including adapting training resources and creating SOPs.
• Assess, monitor, and report safeguarding risks in line with organizational policies.
• Build staff capacity through tailored training plans and maintain training attendance records.
• Manage safeguarding incidents, develop investigation terms of reference, and lead or coordinate PSEA investigations.
• Serve as liaison with government and NGO authorities, participating in protection cluster meetings.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Required profile

• Degree in law, social work, or a related field with experience in safeguarding, PSEA, or child protection.
• Minimum three years of experience in a safeguarding or PSEA-focused role (or equivalent).
• Experience with gender‑based violence issues and providing technical guidance on protection/gender analysis is preferred.
• Comprehensive knowledge of international protection standards and instruments.
• Highly effective presentation skills.
• Thorough understanding of the South Sudan context and related protection challenges.

Required skills