JOB DESCRIPTION
Consultant in Papua New Guinea
Position: External Consultant
Department: Research & Consultancy Services
Location: Papua New Guinea (PNG)
Reports to: Director of Global Child Rights and Business Consultancy Services and/or Director Services Asia
Type: Part-time consultant, project-based
ABOUT US
The Centre for Child Rights and Business (The Centre) is one of the very few organisations in the world working exclusively on child rights issues in the business context. In the 10+ years of our journey to date, we have worked with businesses to improve the lives of thousands of children, young people and working parents.
We’re a friendly, diverse and international team coming from a range of backgrounds, who all share a joint passion: to make the world a better place for children by helping international businesses in their sustainability and responsible supply chain efforts. If you're looking to gain experience working for an international purpose-driven organisation in the child rights and human rights space, The Centre is an excellent place to grow and develop your career.
ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES
We are looking for an external consultant/project manager based in PNG, who can lead our ongoing projects in the region.
This is a full-time role for a period of 2-3 months (with the possibility of contract extension). The preferred location for the candidate is in PNG and they should be willing to relocate for the duration of the project.
CORE RESPONSIBILITIES
The position encompasses a range of responsibilities, including but not limited to:
Support the implementation of child rights impact assessments in supply chains including onsite visits to collect data, report writing etc.
Support the implementation of child labour remediation program activities, such as onsite assessment, development and implementation of remediation programme including monitoring visits.
Support training delivery on child labour prevention and remediation for brands and supply chain factories/farms.
Support implementation of other child rights and business projects as required.
Managing and supporting client relations during service and project implementation.
Monitoring project budgets and expenditures.
Performing other duties as requested.
The Centre will provide tools and methodologies including trainings to the consultant/s on the above-mentioned services. Consultants will initially be employed on a per-project basis.
SKILLS, EXPERIENCE AND QUALIFICATIONS
At least 5 to 7 years of relevant work experience, preferably with at least 3 years’ experience in a corporate social compliance, sustainability, human rights/child rights and business or a relevant field;
Prior knowledge and experience gain from working with vulnerable groups such as migrant children and families as well as private sector companies and actors;
Master’s degree in social sciences (or equivalent professional experience);
Experience in project management is required;
Excellent verbal and written communication skills are a must;
Superior command of both verbal and written English (mother tongue level); working knowledge in Tok Pisin (required);
Good understanding of current human rights / child rights issues and supply chain in PNG;
Ability to work independently and with a high level of integrity and professionalism, with the ability to handle highly sensitive and confidential information;
Strong organisational, time management and multitasking skills;
Solid problem-solving and team management abilities are essential;
Ability to work under pressure and in a fast-paced environment;
Good computer skills, including proficiency in Microsoft Office, are required.
Application with cover letter and CV should be sent to recruitment@childrights-business.org by 30th September 2023. Please also indicate your daily fee and location in your application email.
