As the German Red Cross (DRK), it is our task to support people - solely according to the degree of need. For more than 150 years, the Red Cross and Red Crescent Movement has been providing comprehensive help for people. No matter what we do and where we are active, our seven Red Cross principles: Humanity, Impartiality, Neutrality, Independence, Voluntary Servic, Unity and Universality always guide our actions.

Through its international cooperation work, the GRC is active in around 40 countries worldwide. Together with our partners, we provide humanitarian assistance, strengthen disaster preparedness, promote health and resilience, and support the long-term development of strong National Societies. As one National Society within the International Red Cross and Red Crescent Movement, we work closely with our sister National Societies, the International Federation of Red Cross and Red Crescent Societies (IFRC), the International Committee of the Red Cross (ICRC), and other Movement partners.

Safeguarding Manager - Part-time 50% (m/f/d)

At the next possible date we are looking for you as a Safeguarding Manager - Part-time 50% (m/f/d).

The position is located in the DRK headquarters in Berlin in the International Cooperation Division of the GRC General Secretariat in Berlin.

The position is anchored in the International Cooperation Division of the GRC General Secretariat and is assigned to the Integrity and Safeguarding Unit. The Unit supports the international work of the GRC in corruption prevention and preventative safeguarding measures. Furthermore, the unit is responsible for the case management and investigation regarding misconduct in GRC’s international projects. dealing with complaints and cases, and in the practical development of prevention and response mechanisms in an international and movement-wide context.

In this role, your focus will be on the further development and implementation of safeguarding measures in the international cooperation of the GRC. They support the prevention and response to sexual exploitation, abuse and harassment (PSEAH), strengthen child protection and safeguarding standards and accompany the further expansion of organisational safeguarding structures. In addition, you will advise colleagues and partner organisations, support case management and participate in training, awareness-raising measures and the further development of processes and instruments. As part of the Integrity and Safeguarding department, you will work closely with various departments and partner organisations within the Red Cross and Red Crescent Movement.

The employment is part-time (50% or 19.5 hours/week). The employment offer is initially limited to 2 years.

Your tasks:

You will play a central professional role in the structured further development and implementation of safeguarding measures in the international cooperation of the GRC.

In detail, this means:

• You will develop, accompany and support the implementation of safeguarding guidelines, standards, action plans and instruments.
• You will design and conduct briefings, trainings, workshops and awareness-raising activities on safeguarding, PSEAH and related topics.
• You will create and update information, communication and awareness-raising materials.
• You will advise international projects, country offices and partner organisations on safeguarding issues.
• You will receive safeguarding-related reports and support structured, confidential and traceable case processing.
• You will support case management processes as well as the coordination of follow-up actions and referral mechanisms.
• You will be involved in safeguarding investigations as well as case-related analyses and documentation.
• You will support the development and support of the internal Safeguarding Ambassador Network.
• You will be involved in the integration of safeguarding aspects into programs, partnerships, and organizational processes.
• You will work together with other Red Cross/Red Crescent organisations and support subject-related exchange and coordination formats in the field of safeguarding.
• You will also take on organisational and administrative tasks in the subject area.

Your profile:

• Completed university degree in a relevant field, for example social sciences, psychology, education, law, international relations, public health, humanitarian aid or comparable.
• Further training or certification in the field of safeguarding, PSEAH, child protection, examinations or comparable topics is an advantage (e.g. CHS IQTS certification).
• At least two years of relevant professional experience in the field of safeguarding, PSEAH, child protection, accountability or comparable fields of work.
• Experience in a humanitarian, development or international environment is a strong plus.
• Experience in the Red Cross/Red Crescent context is an advantage.
• Very good written and spoken English skills
• Knowledge of German is an advantage; other languages are a plus
• Understanding of survivor-centered approaches and how to deal with sensitive cases.
• Analytical strength and high diligence in handling sensitive information
• Ability to prepare facts in writing in a clear, precise and addressee-oriented manner
• Discretion, integrity and structured work
• Intercultural communication skills and a confident appearance in sensitive conversation situations
• Willingness to travel internationally, even at short notice and in challenging contexts
• Confident handling of MS Office; Experience with digital case management or documentation systems is an advantage

Our offer:

• A responsible and varied job in the spirit of humanity
• Room for your professional and personal development in an experienced and committed international team
• Fair working conditions according to the DRK collective agreement
• Remuneration according to remuneration group 12
• 30 days' holiday per year and no work on Christmas Eve and New Year's Eve
• An attractive company pension scheme (VBL)
• Flexible working time models to ensure compatibility of work and family life
• Mobile working (up to ten working days per month if full-time) with presence at the Berlin location depending on work requirements
• Urban Sports Club, Headspace, Babbel and other individual offers for health promotion and further development

If you have any questions about the position, please contact Roland Hassel, Head of the Integrity & Safeguarding Unit : .

We look forward to receiving your application by 07.07.2026 at the latest.

As an employer, the principles of the Red Cross and Red Crescent Movement represent a special obligation for us. We welcome applications from persons regardless of their ethnic, social and national origin, gender, religion, age, disability or sexual orientation.

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