Workplace Safeguarding & SEAH Risk Specialist… at Theirc · Remote

Workplace Safeguarding & SEAH Risk Specialist (Garment Supply Chains) Location: Global Roving The International Rescue Committee (IRC) responds to the world's worst humanitarian crises, helping to restore health, safety, education, economic wellbeing, and power to people devastated by conflict and disaster. Founded in 1933 at the call of Albert Einstein, the IRC is one of the world's largest international humanitarian non-governmental organizations (INGO), at work in more than 40 countries and 29 U.S. cities helping people to survive, reclaim control of their future and strengthen their communities. A force for humanity, IRC employees deliver lasting impact by restoring safety, dignity and hope to millions. If you're a solutions-driven, passionate change-maker, come join us in positively impacting the lives of millions of people world-wide for a better future. Consultancy: Workplace Safeguarding & SEAH Risk Specialist (Garment Supply Chains) Type:Technical Consultant Location:Global Duration:Until April 2027 Reporting to:WPE Global Practice Lead 1. Background IRC is advancing safeguarding beyond compliance towardfunctional, survivor-centered systemswithin garment supply chains. This initiative focuses on strengtheningPSEAH systems, improving reporting and response, and linking factories withtrusted Women-Led Organizations (WLOs)for quality survivor care. The consultancyoperatesat the intersection ofprivate sector safeguarding, ethical trade, and GBV response, addressing systemic risks driven by labor dynamics, gender inequality, subcontracting, and weak worker voice. 2. Objective Provide technical leadership to: Strengthenfunctional PSEAH systemsin factories Ensuresurvivor-centered reporting and response mechanisms Establishethical referral pathways with WLOs Influencebehaviors, incentives, and accountability structuresacross supply chains Adapthumanitarian GBV approachesto private sector contexts 3. Scope of Work A. Factory Safeguarding Systems Conduct GBVH/PSEAH risk assessments (power dynamics, labor structures, retaliation risks) Develop and operationalize policies, SOPs, and reporting mechanisms Embed safeguarding into HR, grievance, and compliance systems Strengthen accessible, confidential, and worker-trusted reporting channels Support transition frompolicy → practice → accountability B. Survivor Response & WLO Partnerships Map and partner with WLOs and GBV service providers Establishconfidential, survivor-centered referral pathways Formalize partnerships (MOUs) StrengthenWLO capacity (case management, ethical data, consent, safety planning) Ensure access to psychosocial, medical, and legal support C.Systems Change& Capacity Strengthening Drive organizational and behavioralchangewithin factories Address structural barriers (production pressure, retaliation, underreporting) Design and deliver training for management, workers, and partners Provide ongoing coaching to institutionalize safeguarding practices D. Coordination & Standards Alignment Engage brands, suppliers, and relevant stakeholders Align systems with key frameworks (UNGPs, OECD, ILO C190, ETI, SA8000) Ensure integration ofsurvivor-centered safeguarding standards E. Monitoring, Learning & Reporting Develop and track safeguarding indicators (prevention, reporting, response) Ensure ethical data management and confidentiality Document learning andproduceprogress reports and scale-up recommendations 4. Deliverables GBVH/PSEAH risk assessments Safeguarding policies, SOPs, and tools Functional reporting and grievance mechanisms Operational WLO referral systems Training materials and delivery Learning and progress reports Supply-chain safeguarding roadmap 5. Reporting & Coordination Reports to: WPE Global Practice Lead / ESG & Safeguarding Lead Works with: Supply chain teams, factories, WLOs Coordinates with: Brands, governments, relevant stakeholders 6. Qualifications Bachelor’s degree in relevantfield(Gender, Human Rights, Labor, etc.) Postgraduatequalificationdesirable Backgrounds may includehumanitarian, labor rights, ethical trade, ESG, or safeguarding 7. Experience 8–12+ years in safeguarding, GBV, labor rights, or related fields Experience inprivate sector supply chains or ethical trade systems Proven ability to designreporting and response mechanisms Experience partnering withWLOs/GBV service providers Demonstratedsystems change and institutional strengthening 8. Technical Competencies Expertise inPSEAH and survivor-centered approaches Strong understanding ofGBVH risks in supply chains Ability to bridgefactory systems and community-based services Skilled in stakeholder engagement, systems design, and facilitation Familiarity with global frameworks (UNGPs, ILO, OECD, etc.) High ethical standards and professional judgment PROFESSIONAL STANDARDS All International Rescue Committee workers must adhere to the core values and principles outlined in IRC Way - Standards for Professional Conduct. Our Standards are Integrity, Service, Equality and Accountability. In accordance with these values, the IRC operates and enforces policies on Safeguarding, Conflicts of Interest, Fiscal Integrity, and Reporting Wrongdoing and Protection from Retaliation. IRC is committed to take all necessary preventive measures and create an environment where people feel safe, and to take all necessary actions and corrective measures when harm occurs. IRC builds teams of professionals who promote critical reflection, power sharing, debate, and objectivity to deliver the best possible services to our clients. Cookies: https://careers.rescue.org/us/en/cookiesettings Equal Opportunity Employer: IRC is an Equal Opportunity Employer. IRC considers all applicants on the basis of merit without regard to race, sex, color, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, disability or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.