JOB DETAILS:
The Safeguarding Liaison Officer shall advance safeguarding at the Program level and, in liaison with the Office of Dean of Students, advance Safeguarding at the University level.

Responsibilities:
Program-level
1. Coordinate awareness-creation/enhancement activities for Mastercard Foundation Scholars and Program Staff on safeguarding and their roles and responsibilities.
2. Prepare Program-level incident reports
3. Implement, monitor and report on the utilization of the Mastercard Foundation Scholars Program safeguarding checklist
4. Support the Senior Communication Officer to prepare evidence-based communications regarding safeguarding incidences at the University
5. Consolidate all safeguarding risks or incidences reported by Mastercard Foundation Scholars and Mastercard Foundation Scholars Program Staff into the online Program monitoring system

In liaison with the Office of the Dean of Students;
6. Coordinate activities to create and enhance awareness among students, staff, and partners about roles and responsibilities in safeguarding.
7. Co-ordinate the engagements of the Makerere University Safeguarding Champions.
8. Co-ordinate regular safeguarding risk mapping and situation analysis for Makerere University
9. Establish and manage the risk management register in liaison with support services units
10. Establish monitoring mechanisms to track the effectiveness of Safeguarding initiatives
11. Establish and update the University incidence register and prepare incident reports for University Management to consider
12. Support monitoring the implementation and review of the Makerere University Safeguarding policy
13. Support the operations of the Makerere University Safeguarding Steering Committee
In liaison with the Gender Mainstreaming Department;
14. Manage the MakSafeSpace Safeguarding e-reporting system and liaise with mandated units to address different safeguarding concerns

Requirements: Qualifications, Skills and Experience
1. At least a Master’s Degree in any of the Humanities or Natural Sciences disciplines from a recognized University
2. A Bachelor's degree from a recognized University
3. A Diploma/Certificate in safeguarding principles and practices in higher education
4. A postgraduate qualification in Monitoring and Evaluation or Project Planning and Management is an added advantage
5. Proficiency in Microsoft Office and Google Workspace, and other digital tools such as programmes and software for record-keeping and monitoring
6. Ability to maintain confidentiality and handle sensitive information with discretion.
7. Strong ethical standards and a commitment to promoting a safe and inclusive environment.
8. Empathy and active listening skills, with the ability to support individuals in distress.
9. Excellent analytic, communication, interpersonal, writing, collaboration, problem-solving, planning/organizing, and facilitation skills
10. At least 5 years’ experience in advancing gender, safety and well-being, equality, social protection, and advocacy for young people in higher education institutions.