Regional Safeguarding Manager
Expatriates
Africa
global
Malteser International (MI) is the international humanitarian relief agency of the Sovereign Order of Malta. For over 60 years we provide relief and recovery for people during and following conflicts and disasters around the world. Christian values and humanitarian principles form the foundations of our work. In over 30 countries in Africa, the Americas, Asia, Europe, and the Middle East, we support people in need – regardless of their religion, origin, or political convictions.
To support our Risk Mitigation and Management Team and ensure the regional implementation of the safeguarding approach, we are looking for a Regional Safeguarding Manager for our project countries in Africa.
The Regional Safeguarding Manager at Malteser International, will ensure the implementation of the MI Safeguarding Policy and Regulation, that include the facilitation of Safeguarding Trainings, the support of Country Offices with implementing PSEAH measures and leading SEAH investigations. The Regional Safeguarding Manager will further ensure that the MI locations are equipped to communicate safeguarding messages and raise awareness to all in-country MI staff, project participants and communities we work with.
Your responsibilities:
- Facilitation of Safeguarding Trainings and the training of the MI Safeguarding Policy and Regulation
- Support MI staff and partner organizations to improve safeguarding practices including community awareness in the region
- Support Safeguarding Self-Assessments and follow up of Safeguarding Action Plans
- Conduct Safeguarding Audits in projects/locations
- Conduct Safeguarding Investigations according to industry standards.
- Support the Global Safeguarding Manager in the case management and investigation of SEAH incidents globally
Your profile:
- A university degree in a relevant area such as criminology, law, sociology, psychology, or relevant work experience
- Certificated SEAH investigator (IQTS by CHS/Humentum) or similar
- A minimum of 5 years’ experience in conducting SEAH investigations in the humanitarian sector
- Proven track record of designing and delivering engaging Safeguarding Trainings
- High flexibility as well as willingness to travel worldwide on short notice
- Fluency in French and English is required - spoken and written
What we offer:
- A responsible and exciting job in a committed, international working environment
- Flexible working hours and mobile working by arrangement as well as a good reconciliation of work and family life
- A full-time position limited until 31 December 2026
- Salary according to qualification and experience, insurance package
- Start Date: As soon as possible
- Duty Station: preferably DRC, other African countries in which MI operates or Germany
Working for Malteser International
Malteser is an equal opportunity employer and welcomes applications from all people, regardless of gender, confession or origin.
Malteser International is committed to safeguarding people within our programmes from exploitation, abuse and sexual harassment and has specific policies on this commitment (including a Code of Conduct) which outlines the expected behaviour and the responsibility of all staff, consultants and other organisational representatives. Malteser International conducts reference and background checks for all staff (including criminal records check for specific roles). Any candidate offered a job with Malteser International will be expected to sign MI’s Code of Conduct as an appendix to their contract of employment and agree to conduct themselves in accordance with the provisions of these documents.
Whether you work as a specialist on overseas service or in one of our regional offices - we offer you a challenging working environment in an experienced international team. More than 1,000 national and international staff are currently deployed in various crisis and disaster areas around the world as well as in our regional offices in Cologne and New York City. For more information please click here.
How to apply:
If you are interested in this position, kindly submit your extensive application (CV, letter of motivation, copies of diplomas and three professional references) online at our job portal until 5 April 2026.