Partnership Officer (Child Protection)

• Support HoP in updating country-specific program funding strategy 
• Maintain mapping of key humanitarian actors, especially those relevant to War Child Holland programming. 
• Assist HoP in funding opportunity identification through research and networking, diversifying the range of contacts and opportunities with the help of country teams.
• Contribute to resource mobilisation/fundraising strategy in cooperation with the team 
• Provide technical support to local partners in Child Protection.

• Drafts concept notes, project proposals and budget in collaboration with local partners;
• Support War Child on partnership management including on project administration/reporting requirements and compliance to donor conditions and terms 
• Liaise with regional and head office in reviewing and approval process of partner contracts, proposals and reports. 

• Take a lead in the due diligence and partnership assessments
• Maintain database/record of partners (assessments, onboarded, etc)  
• Support drafting MoU and teaming agreements
• Lead country office localisation strategy

• Lead in conducting partner organisational development assessments
• Developing organisational capacity strengthening plan(s) with the implementing partners  
• Lead in organising partner capacity building initiatives and program support

• Provide guidance to partners on donor reporting requirements, templates, and compliance standards.
• Review partner narrative reports for quality, accuracy, and alignment with donor and WC guidelines.
• Provide timely feedback and follow-up support to ensure high-quality reporting and documentation.
• Support partners in building stronger reporting and compliance systems.

• Participate in and contribute to relevant internal networks, such as partnerships and fundraising;
• Represent WC in localization coordination platforms, cluster meetings and advocacy initiatives

• Bachler’s degree in Psychology, Social Work or equivalent demonstrable experience in proposal development and children focused projects management and capacity development
  • Minimum of 3 years of work experience in the area of partner assessment and partnership management;
• Knowledge of and experience in humanitarian programmes, 
• Experience in child protection is required.
• Knowledge of and demonstrated experience in donor requirements and donor reporting;
• Familiarity with key local actors and demonstrated experience in developing, building and
• Maintaining strategic partnerships with these actors;
• Experience in drafting concept notes and proposals;
• A good understanding of humanitarian principles and international standards in humanitarian settings 
• Relationship-building, diplomacy and networking skills;
• Excellent English writing ability and verbal skills for project proposals, reports and communications;
• Ability to work well under pressure with diverse teams from all backgrounds and levels;
• Proactive and able to work independently with minimal supervision

• Location : Juba, with visits to the field locations

• Meaningful Impact : Contribute directly to improving the lives of children and families affected by conflict through quality education and long-term, sustainable change.
• Professional Growth: Join a dynamic organisation that values learning, innovation, and professional development, with opportunities for capacity building and growth through the role and War Child’s global network.
• Global Reach : Play a key role in scaling a ground-breaking programme across multiple conflict-affected contexts worldwide.
• Collaborative & Inclusive Culture : Work alongside passionate, mission-driven colleagues in a diverse, inclusive and respectful workplace that prioritises safety, fairness and equal opportunity for all.

Qualified candidates are encouraged to submit their applications (CV and motivation letter in English) by April 21, 2026. We are reviewing submissions on a rolling basis, so early applications are strongly recommended.

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