Tenders Are Invited For Emergency Child Protection Technical Support Officer In Venezuela

Tenders are invited for Emergency Child Protection Technical Support Officer in Venezuela Closing Date: 6 Aug 2026 Type: Consultancy See full terms of reference here: https://plan-international.org/uploads/sites/56/2026/07/Terminos-de-Referencia-Solicitud-apoyo-tecnico-CP-AoR-Venezuela.pdf Background The Child Protection AoR in Venezuela, led by UNICEF and co-coordinated by the International Rescue Committee (IRC), coordinates the efforts of humanitarian actors to prevent and respond to protection risks affecting children and adolescents in emergency situations. Given the needs arising from the current emergency response to the earthquakes, the AoR requires temporary technical support to review, contextualize and adapt tools, methodologies and guidelines to strengthen the response capacity of child protection actors. This work will be developed in coordination with the Protection Cluster and the Area of Responsibility of Gender-Based Violence (GBV), promoting harmonized and integrated approaches to protection. Objective of the position To provide technical support to the Child Protection AoR for the review, adaptation and development of tools, methodologies and operational guidance aimed at strengthening the child protection response in the context of the emergency derived from the earthquakes of June 24, ensuring its alignment with global standards, national priorities and intersectoral approaches to protection. Location Caracas, Venezuela. With the possibility of carrying out specific missions, in accordance with operational needs and security conditions. Duration Three (3) months. Supervision The person will work under the technical supervision of the Coordinator of the AoR Protection of Children and in close coordination with the Co-coordinator of the AoR, and under the institutional supervision of Plan International. Likewise, the work developed will involve collaboration with UNICEF as lead agency and with IRC as co-coordinating organization. Main responsibilities Review and adaptation of technical tools Review, contextualize and adapt tools, guidance and technical resources to respond to the specific context of the emergency in Venezuela. Review and adapt the guidelines for the creation and implementation of Child Friendly Spaces (EAI) and Safe Spaces for Children and Adolescents (NNA) in Venezuela. Adapt tools for prioritizing emergency material assistance in cases of child protection, within the framework of case management. Develop guidelines for the adaptation of Mental Health and Psychosocial Support (MHPSS) interventions, with emphasis on the management of grief, loss and other effects derived from the emergency in children and adolescents. Adapt methodologies and guidelines for working with communities during the early recovery phase, promoting the strengthening of protective environments for children and adolescents. Capacity building Facilitate technical sessions for the dissemination and appropriation of the tools, methodologies and guidelines developed or adapted. Document lessons learned and good practices emerging from the response. Documentation and monitoring Prepare brief progress reports and contribute to thea systematization of the products developed during the consultancy. Expected outputs At the end of the support period, it is expected to have: 1. Package of operational tools for the Child Protection response in the emergency, including: Guidelines for the Creation and Implementation of Child Friendly Spaces (EAI) and Safe Spaces for Children and Adolescents in Venezuela. Tool for prioritizing emergency material assistance in cases of child protection within the framework of case management. 2. Technical guidelines for the adaptation of Mental Health and Psychosocial Support (MHPSS) interventions and for community work in early recovery, with emphasis on: Management of grief and loss in children and adolescents. Strengthening of family and community capacities. Promotion and strengthening of protective environments for children and adolescents affected by the emergency. 3. Final consulting report, incorporating the products developed, the capacity building activities carried out, the lessons learned and recommendations for future emergency responses. Note: The products defined in these Terms of Reference constitute an initial planning based on the needs identified at the time of their preparation. Considering the dynamic nature of the humanitarian response, such outputs may be revised, adjusted or replaced by others of similar scope and technical relevance, depending on emerging needs or changes in operational priorities. These modifications must be approved by the technical supervision of the Child Protection AoR and have the approval of UNICEF and Plan International. Required Profile Academic background University degree in Social Work, Psychology, Social Sciences, International Relations, Law, International Development or related areas. Postgraduate studies in humanitarian action, child protection or related areas will be an advantage. Experience Minimum three (3) years of experience in child protection in humanitarian or emergency contexts. Demonstrable experience in developing, adapting or implementing technical tools for Child Protection in Humanitarian Action. Experience working with humanitarian coordination mechanisms, UN agencies or non-governmental organisations. Experience in cross-sectoral protection processes, including coordination with GBV and Protection actors, will be highly valued. Technical knowledge Solid knowledge of the Minimum Standards for Child Protection in Humanitarian Action (CPMS). Knowledge of case management, psychosocial support, violence prevention and community protection approaches. Knowledge of humanitarian coordination mechanisms and cluster architecture/Areas of Responsibility. Caability to produce high-quality technical documents within tight deadlines. Competencies Analytical thinking. Technical writing skills. Planning and organization. Collaborative work and inter-institutional coordination. Adaptability and orientation to results. Languages Fluent Spanish. Intermediate or advanced English desirable. How to apply Interested persons must send their resume no later than August 6 through the following link https://forms.cloud.microsoft/pages/responsepage.aspx?id=V20wlrdexE2lvSKg5cwKq4c7HJ9w6-hHjBZ9R0nqUCRUMDU2RTJBQUMwV1ZLQjhNSExHQUtSWkI1Mi4u&route=shorturl Tender Link : https://reliefweb.int/job/4223774/oficial-de-apoyo-tecnico-de-proteccion-de-la-ninez-en-emergencia-en-venezuela