Programme Specialist – PSEA (Temporary, 3 months)

About the role

The Programme Specialist (PSEA) will support UNICEF Uganda’s Ebola response by embedding protection against sexual exploitation and abuse (PSEA) and safeguarding across all programme activities and partner operations. This three‑month temporary position in Kampala ensures that response interventions are safe, accountable and accessible for affected communities.

Key responsibilities

• Integrate PSEA and safeguarding considerations into programme design, community engagement and communication materials.
• Provide training, technical guidance and mentorship to partners and frontline staff on PSEA, safeguarding and gender‑based violence risk mitigation.
• Conduct field monitoring of partner activities, review compliance with PSEA standards and address identified gaps.
• Identify, assess and contribute to mitigation of SEA and safeguarding risks through risk assessments and safety audits.
• Strengthen confidential reporting channels, promote awareness of reporting pathways and support community complaint mechanisms.
• Enhance survivor‑centred referral pathways linked to GBV and child protection services.
• Support coordination of PSEA within UNICEF, inter‑agency platforms and with government, UN and implementing partners.
• Monitor overall PSEA integration and produce regular updates and a final report.

Required profile

• Relevant experience in programme management, PSEA or safeguarding within humanitarian or health emergency contexts.
• Proven ability to train and mentor partners and frontline workers.
• Experience in field monitoring, compliance review and risk assessment.
• Strong communication skills for community engagement and coordination with multiple stakeholders.

Required skills

What we offer

• Opportunity to contribute to a high‑impact emergency response.
• Professional development within UNICEF’s global network.
• Competitive temporary contract with benefits in line with UNICEF policies.