Regional Safeguarding Advisor, ARMU
- Andrew Millar
- Oct 7
- 2 min read
CARE Cambodia
Job Description
Sector: Politics, Government, Public Administration, Think Tanks, Civil Society, NGOs, Charities, Business Chambers & Industry Associations
Overview
Boeung Keng Kang I, Phnom Penh
The Regional Safeguarding Advisor, ARMU at CARE ensures that the organisation maintains the highest safeguarding and protection standards across its regional operations.
The role strengthens awareness, prevention and response mechanisms concerning sexual harassment, exploitation and abuse.
It is a senior advisory post designed to embed safeguarding into all programming and operational practices.
Department/Function: Legal, Compliance & Risk Management (Regulatory Affairs, Contract Law, Internal Audit)
Key Duties & Responsibilities
Provide technical advice and support to country offices on safeguarding and protection from sexual harassment, exploitation and abuse.
Lead and manage investigations into safeguarding and PSHEA cases, ensuring adherence to the survivor-centred approach.
Develop and deliver staff and leadership training on safeguarding awareness and investigation procedures.
Strengthen safer recruitment, vetting and due diligence systems to prevent and manage safeguarding risks.
Work closely with programme and gender teams to integrate safeguarding into programme design and delivery.
Support emergency response deployments by setting up community complaints mechanisms and safeguarding processes.
Mentor country safeguarding focal points, monitor case management and maintain alignment with global safeguarding standards.
Qualifications, Skills & Experience
A degree in social work, human rights, law or a related field.
At least 5 years' safeguarding or protection experience in international development or humanitarian contexts.
Proven experience in managing sensitive investigations and applying survivor-centred approaches.
Strong understanding of organisational change, risk management and safeguarding governance.
Excellent written and verbal English communication and report writing skills.
Demonstrated ability to build capacity, deliver training and coach country safeguarding focal points.
Proficiency in additional languages such as Arabic, French or Spanish is an advantage.
About CARE Cambodia
Founded in 1945, CARE is one of the world’s leading humanitarian and development organisations committed to fighting poverty and social injustice.
CARE has been working in Cambodia since 1973, with a Phnom Penh office reopened in 1991 to support long-term development and relief programmes.
The organisation values equality, collaboration and innovation, offering opportunities to work with dedicated professionals worldwide.
Salary Benchmark
(compensation projections based on local market criteria)
USD $2,800 to $4,000 per month, depending on experience*
*For guidance only. Contact the hiring organisation directly for detailed salary information.
Regional Comparison
Cambodia: $2,800 – $4,000
Solid INGO presence and increasing safeguarding compliance elevate senior advisory pay levels above standard country averages.
Laos: $2,400 – $3,600
Lower operational budgets and smaller organisational footprints keep compensation more modest despite regional oversight duties.
Myanmar: $2,600 – $3,800
Heightened field risk and security allowances can enhance total packages, though currency and stability constraints remain limiting factors.
Thailand: $3,800 – $5,500
Bangkok-based safeguarding and PSHEA roles benefit from the higher cost of living and established regional coordination structures.
Vietnam: $3,200 – $4,800
Large-scale programmes and strong donor scrutiny support higher remuneration, though still slightly below Thailand for comparable scope.
Post Expiry: 7th December 2025 (earlier if filled)