About the RSH Programme   

The Safeguarding Resource and Support Hub (RSH) is a programme that aims to support organisations in the humanitarian and development sector to strengthen their safeguarding policy and practice against Sexual Exploitation, Abuse and Sexual Harassment (SEAH). RSH supports organisations working in both the humanitarian and development sectors and is driven by the needs of smaller national or local organisations in developing countries. The programme is funded by the Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office (FCDO) until 2030.

About the Role

Based in Pakistan, the Pakistan Safeguarding Adviser - RSH Programme will lead the development and delivery of capability-building initiatives to support civil society organisations (CSOs) across the country for the RSH Programme.

The role involves contextualising and delivering these activities, working closely with the National Lead and Monitoring Evaluation and Learning (MEL) colleagues to ensure the RSH programme meets the needs of CSOs. The post holder will be expected to travel frequently (up to 50%) to engage with stakeholders and RSH users.   

This is a full-time, 18-month fixed-term contract. As an organisation, we support flexible working arrangements, which can be discussed at the interview stage.

Main Responsibilities 

Technical Leadership & Capability Building

• Lead the design and delivery of capability-building activities, including trainings, mentorships, workshops, and peer-learning events.
• Identify, engage, and oversee the work of technical consultants for the RSH programme.
• Promote the uptake of Hub activities and the mentorship Community of Practice.

Online Hub & Resource Management

• Promote e-learning and engagement with the RSH digital platform.
• Identify and quality assure new safeguarding consultants and resources for the Hub.
• Moderate online discussions and oversee the quality control of translated resources.

Governance and Stakeholder Engagement

• Recruit and manage a National Expert Board (NEB) to provide contextualised advice and networks.
• Establish and maintain relationships with key national stakeholders, including donors, CSOs, and other networks.
• Actively contribute to cross-regional learning and manage the collection of resources for the virtual platform.

Skills and Experience 

• 7+ years of experience in the safeguarding technical space, with experience working with civil society organisations.
• Strong understanding of safeguarding networks, actors, and systems across Pakistan.
• Demonstrated facilitation, communication, and interpersonal skills, with the ability to engage diverse stakeholders effectively.
• Ability to translate complex safeguarding concepts into practical tools, guidance, and training resources.
• A commitment to equity, diversity, and inclusion.
• Experience working on a FCDO or other bilateral donor programme is highly desirable. 

Please click here for a full description of the role's responsibilities, duties, and person specification. 

How to Apply

If you are interested in joining our dynamic team, please refer to the Person Specification and submit your tailored CV and cover letter. The deadline for applying is Tuesday, 18th November 2025. Due to the high volume of applications, we are only able to respond to shortlisted candidates.

Please note that the selected candidate must have the right to work in Pakistan.

Our Selection Process

Social Development Direct’s organisational vision is a just and equal world founded on gender equality and social inclusion. Our mission is to provide excellence in social development to support policies, laws, social norms and institutions that advance social, economic and political justice for all. We are committed to creating a safe, diverse, and inclusive workplace and welcome people from underrepresented groups to apply.

The selection process for this recruitment will include a pre-screening call with a member of our HR team on Wednesday, 26th November 2025 and two competency-based interviews. Interviews are scheduled for early December and can be conducted remotely through Microsoft Teams. Further details about the recruitment process will be confirmed during the HR recruitment call.

For those who are invited to interview, we may process information about whether or not applicants have a disability or impairment so we can make adjustments during the recruitment process and implement the Disability Confident scheme. Our HR team will ask you to confirm that you have read our privacy notice and consent to providing this information before doing so. Our full privacy notice can be read on our careers page here:Privacy Notice for applicants | Social Development Direct (sddirect.org.uk).

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