Details
  • Job Title: Safe Schools Officer
  • Organization Name: Zindagi Trust
  • Location: Karachi
  • Number of Vacancies: 1
  • Gender: Any
  • Closing on: 2026-07-31
How to Apply
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Background
  • Job Description
    • Receive, document, and report student wellbeing and child protection concerns in accordance with safeguarding protocols.
    • Conduct initial risk assessments and escalate cases to the Head of Safe Schools HSS as required.
    • Maintain confidential and accurate records of safeguarding and wellbeing cases.
    • Identify early signs of emotional, behavioral, and safety concerns among students.
    • Provide immediate, non-therapeutic support and facilitate referrals to appropriate services when needed.
    • Deliver preventive wellbeing sessions on topics such as emotional wellbeing, anti-bullying, digital safety, and personal safety.
    • Support implementation of Life Skills-Based Education LSBE and other student wellbeing initiatives.
    • Guide teachers and staff on child protection, student wellbeing, and appropriate reporting procedures.
    • Coordinate with counselors, school leadership, parents, and external service providers to support students.
    • Monitor trends, prepare safeguarding reports, and contribute to a safe and supportive school environment.
Requirements
  • Qualification
    • Bachelors degree in Psychology, Education, Social Work, or a related field.
    • Training or certification in Child Protection, Safeguarding, Counseling, or Mental Health will be an advantage.
    Experience
    • 2–5 years of experience working with children or adolescents.
    • Prior experience in schools, NGOs, community programs, or youth-focused initiatives preferred.
    • Experience in child protection, safeguarding, student wellbeing, counseling support, or case management will be an advantage.

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