Coordinador/a de Comunicaciones de Patrocinio

Job Posting Organization:
Plan International is a global organization that works in 75 countries across Africa, Asia, and the Americas, focusing on improving the lives of children, especially those who are marginalized or excluded. The organization aims to deliver high-quality programs that provide lasting benefits by increasing income and collaborating effectively with partners. Plan International is committed to promoting children's rights and ensuring gender equality, taking necessary measures to align its interventions and staff actions with these policies. The organization respects the principle of equal opportunity and non-discrimination based on race, color, gender, age, origin, language, disability, sexual orientation, religion, political beliefs, marital status, or pregnancy.

Job Overview:
The primary purpose of this position is to support the communication processes of child sponsorship, connecting children, adolescents, families, and communities with their sponsors. This role is crucial for fulfilling the Sponsorship Promise within the framework of children's rights, particularly focusing on girls. The coordinator will be responsible for managing both programmable and non-programmable sponsorship communications, ensuring that all activities align with the established production calendar. The position requires collaboration with community links and volunteers to enhance the effectiveness of sponsorship communications and to ensure that the rights of children are upheld throughout the process.

Duties and Responsibilities:
The duties and responsibilities of the Coordinator of Sponsorship Communications include managing the production of sponsorship communications according to the established schedule, training volunteers and community leaders on sponsorship policies and child safeguarding standards, and conducting community assemblies to promote accountability and family engagement in Plan's projects. The coordinator will ensure the timely and quality production of sponsorship documents, report on cases of sponsored children who are not attending school or facing health issues, and support family visits by sponsors and donors. Additionally, the coordinator will facilitate visits to sponsored children at least once a year and coordinate with the lead facilitator for cases where children do not wish to continue participating in sponsorship. The role also involves supporting programmatic actions such as scholarship projects and reporting any child protection concerns to the relevant focal points.

Required Qualifications:
Candidates must have a minimum of one year of experience in community organization and development processes related to sponsorship. Experience working with children and youth in community settings is essential. Candidates should possess basic knowledge of planning, implementing, and evaluating social development programs and projects, as well as an understanding of human rights, particularly children's rights. Specific skills required for the position include proficiency in basic computer applications (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, email, internet), a valid driver's license, and the ability to organize groups and utilize interactive techniques that promote parental involvement in sponsorship activities.

Educational Background:
A minimum of two years of studies in Social Sciences, Sociology, Economics, Education, or another relevant field is required for this position. This educational background will provide the necessary foundation for understanding the complexities of community development and child sponsorship.

Experience:
The position requires at least one year of relevant experience in community organization and development, particularly in processes related to child sponsorship. Experience working directly with children, adolescents, and families in community settings is highly valued.

Languages:
While the job description does not specify mandatory languages, proficiency in Portuguese is likely essential given the location in Brazil. Knowledge of additional languages may be considered an asset, particularly if they relate to the communities served by Plan International.

Additional Notes:
The selection processes conducted by Plan International are entirely free of charge, and candidates are never asked to make any payments or deposits to participate in the recruitment process. Plan International adheres to a code of conduct and internal policies regarding Gender, Inclusion, and Child Safeguarding, and all hired individuals must be willing to understand, sign, comply with, and promote these policies. The organization maintains a zero-tolerance policy towards child abuse and discrimination. The selection process is centered on the Child Protection Policy, Human Rights, Gender Equity, and Multiculturalism. Plan International reserves the right to close the application process before the established deadline once suitable candidates are found. All applicants must present a certificate from the National Registry of Sexual Offenders from the Public Ministry.