Risk & Compliance and Safeguarding Coordinator (Ukraine Nationals Only)

**Save the Children International**

Save the Children International is a leading global humanitarian organization that has been protecting children's rights worldwide for over 100 years. We operate in more than 100 countries, responding to emergencies, implementing innovative development programs, and advocating for children's rights on a global scale.

Our work in Ukraine began in 2014. Since then, we have significantly expanded our presence, providing support to children and families affected by war. Our key areas of focus include education, child protection, food security, social support, and advocacy to drive lasting change in children's lives.

**ROLE PURPOSE:**

The Risk & Compliance and Safeguarding Coordinator (hereafter referred to as “the Coordinator”) will play a critical role in building and strengthening risk management and safeguarding capacities primarily across SCI’s partner organizations, and additionally within the Ukraine Operational Hub (UOH), South Area Office (SAO), and East Area Office (EAO). The position focuses on supporting partners to develop robust risk management frameworks, improve internal controls, and embed safeguarding practices throughout their operations. This includes conducting comprehensive partner risk assessments, co-developing risk mitigation plans, and providing advisory and training to enhance compliance with SCI policies, donor requirements, and Ukrainian legal standards.

The Coordinator will also lead initiatives to strengthen safeguarding systems among partners and SCI’s staff, ensuring that safeguarding principles are integrated into program design and delivery and serve as safeguarding focal point for Area Offices. Approximately 30% of the role will be dedicated to safeguarding expertise—proactively reducing risks, responding effectively to concerns, and promoting a child-centred approach in all interventions.

Regular travel to partner offices and SCI Area Offices (at least 50% of work time) is expected to monitor risk management practices, conduct spot checks, and provide hands-on support. The role also requires active participation in Area Office Award Review Meetings, offering practical and timely advice on risk, compliance, and safeguarding. The Coordinator will work cross-functionally in a fast-paced humanitarian context, fostering a culture of accountability, integrity, and continuous improvement among SCI teams and partners

**KEY AREAS OF ACCOUNTABILITY:**

**1. Strengthen Risk, Compliance, and Safeguarding Capacity**

1. Lead initiatives to build and enhance risk management and safeguarding capacity among partner organizations and SCI staff in Area Offices.
2. Orient partners and new staff on SCI’s Risk Framework, Safeguarding Framework, policies, standards, and tools, ensuring understanding of key risks and mitigation measures.
3. Design and deliver capacity-building plans for partner organizations based on identified risk and safeguarding gaps.
4. Facilitate safeguarding and risk management sessions during project kick-off meetings and partner onboarding.
5. Promote awareness among partners and SCI’s staff of relevant laws, SCI policies, donor requirements, and humanitarian standards through meetings, digital platforms, and other communication channels.
6. Track and report on the impact of capacity-strengthening activities in reducing risks and compliance violations.
7. Conduct scheduled and unannounced monitoring visits to partner organizations to assess compliance with SCI’s policies, procedures, and donor requirements. Document findings, identify gaps, and provide actionable recommendations to ensure adherence to standards and mitigate risks.

**2. Partner Risk Assessments and Risk Management Planning**

1. Support partner assessments using SCI’s Partner Assessment Tool, identifying risk management and safeguarding gaps and developing mitigation plans.
2. Provide technical support to partners in creating risk registers and monitoring risks throughout project implementation.
3. Ensure safeguarding considerations are integrated into program design and delivery, including in child-focused spaces and digital learning initiatives.
4. Work closely with Area Offices and partners to escalate high-risk issues and ensure timely resolution.

**3. Internal Controls and Governance**

1. Support implementation of audit and investigation recommendations with partner organisations, ensuring timely follow-up and documentation.
2. Support the implementation of area office action plans and any corrective actions identified during reviews or audits.

**4. Advisory and Technical Support**

1. Stay abreast of relevant Ukrainian legal changes, updates to policies and procedures, changes in donor requirements and changes to the humanitarian context and standards – especially what affects our work with partner organisations.
2. Provide high-quality advisory services to partners and assigned Area Offices on risk management, compliance, and safeguarding, ensuring align