Food Security and Livelihoods & Child Sensitive Social Protection Advisor

Savethechildren; Varese; In loco; EUR 30.000 - 34.000; Part-time

Descrizione del lavoro

An international NGO in Varese is seeking a FSL & CSSP Advisor to enhance the quality of interventions. This role involves providing technical guidance on projects, engaging in fundraising efforts, and supporting capacity building for country offices. Applicants should hold a Master's degree and have at least 3 years of relevant experience. Excellent English communication skills and a deep understanding of child protection principles are essential.

Competenze

• At least 3 years of experience in FSL and Child Sensitive Social Protection advisory roles.
• Experience in successful funding proposal contributions for donors.
• Understanding of Save the Children's mandate and child-focused principles.

Mansioni

• Provide technical guidance and support in proposal development.
• Offer technical guidance and support to COs on projects.
• Support engagement work, including fundraising and communications.
• Ensure strong coordination with all relevant SC Italy teams.
• Support capacity building for COs based on identified needs.

Conoscenze

Hands-on implementation

Advisory capacity

Excellent English skills

Flexibility

Teamwork

Adaptability

Formazione

Master's degree or equivalent

Descrizione del lavoro

AREA International Programmes - Program Quality, Impact and Innovation

REFERS TO: Thematic & Innovation Lead

CONTRACT TYPE: Co.Co.Co. (Collaborazione Coordinata e Continuativa)

DURATION OF CONTRACT: 5 months (15 September 2025 to 28 February 2026)

ANNUAL GROSS SALARY RANGE: 30.000 – 34.000

SAFEGUARDING LEVEL: 1

JOB PURPOSE

The role of FSL & CSSP Advisor contributes to SC Italy Programme Quality, Innovation, and Impact strategy. It ensures that interventions under the FSL & CSSP themes are designed and implemented with high-quality thematic inputs. The Advisor supports proposals, ongoing projects, and strategic initiatives, ensuring thematic quality and alignment with SCI standards and methodologies.

In collaboration with PQII (other TAs and MEAL), Programme Development and Management, Institutional Partnership, and Business Development, the FSL & CSSP Advisor contributes to SC Italy's strategic objectives under the supervision of the Thematic and Innovation Lead.

RESPONSIBILITIES

1. Proposal development: Provide technical guidance and support in proposal development, ensuring programmatic innovation is captured when relevant.
2. Project implementation: Offer technical guidance and support to COs on projects within the SC Italy portfolio.
3. Engagement: Support engagement work, including fundraising and communication materials, as needed.
4. Coordination and synergy: Ensure strong coordination with all relevant SC Italy teams.
5. Capacity strengthening: Support capacity building for COs based on identified needs, ensuring coordination with SCA.

FINAL RESULTS

• Proposal development + Project implementation: Support at least 2 project proposals and 4 project implementations with technical inputs.
• Engagement: Provide technical inputs for engagement processes, including advocacy, fundraising, and communication materials.
• Coordination and synergy: Participate in all relevant technical group meetings.
• Coordinated capacity strengthening: Prepare materials for capacity strengthening events for COs.

QUALIFICATIONS, EXPERIENCE, AND SOFT SKILLS

• Master's degree or equivalent in a relevant subject.
• At least 3 years of experience in FSL and Child Sensitive Social Protection advisory roles.
• Ability to work both in hands-on implementation and advisory capacities.
• Experience in successful funding proposal contributions for donors.
• Excellent written and spoken English skills.
• Flexibility, teamwork, and adaptability skills.
• Understanding of Save the Children's mandate and child-focused principles.

SAFEGUARDING

Save the Children is committed to being a safe organization for all beneficiaries, implementing systems to prevent abuse and exploitation. All collaborators must uphold the highest standards of behavior as outlined in our policies.

PEOPLE AT THE CENTER

We believe passionate and well-supported staff are key to our success. We prioritize well-being, motivation, and skills development.

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