EQUIP Lead - Secondment Short Term - Internals Only

Temporal, Tiempo completo · Netherlands (Remote)

Your mission

As the EQUIP Lead, you will play a central role in strengthening the quality of War Child’s programming by leading the rollout, implementation, and sustained use of competency-based assessment systems across the organisation. You will provide technical leadership on the full EQUIP toolset, ensuring consistent, high-quality application of competency assessments for teams working with children, adults, groups, and families.

You will coordinate EQUIP-related task teams and working groups, deliver in-person EQUIP trainings, support country and partner teams in effective implementation, and maintain accurate records of EQUIP users and trainers. Working closely with colleagues across R&D, MEAL, and technical advisory teams, you will help embed competency-based assessment into War Child’s learning, quality assurance, and evidence-based practice.

What you will do:

1. EQUIP Training Manual Testing

Review EQUIP training materials and provide structured feedback on usability, relevance, and suitability
Lead testing of the EQUIP training manual with a selected group of trainers
Consolidate feedback, notes, lessons learned, and challenges from trainers
Share findings and recommendations with relevant colleagues

2. Embedding EQUIP Tools in Evidence-Based Methods (EBMs) and the QoC Framework

Support integration of EQUIP tools (WeACT, FamilyACT, ENACT) within War Child’s Quality-of-Care (QoC) Framework
Align selected EQUIP tool components and observation moments with relevant EBMs (e.g. ENACT with BeThere, WeACT with TeamUp)
Follow up on testing of WeACT with TeamUp competencies and support necessary adjustments to TeamUp Training of Facilitators (ToF) guidelines, in collaboration with the TeamUp Technical Adviser and R&D EQUIP Lead
Continue coordination with the TeamUptechnical team on:
- Use of WeACT for mentoring
- Alignment with TeamUp mentoring guidelines
- Potential links between WeACT and the TeamUp certification process
Initiate collaboration with the BeThere technical team on the use of ENACT for QoC and additional applications
Provide guidance and technical support to future EBMs, as needed or requested

3. Learning and Capacity Strengthening

Support and update the agreed Minimum Viable Product (MVP) learning path for EQUIP users (mentors/trainers of EBMs)
Update the EQUIP helicopter overview storyboard, including learning objectives and assessment activities, where relevant
Maintain an up-to-date database of EQUIP users, trainers, and those progressing along the EQUIP learning path
Lead the development of a learning path for EQUIP trainers
Provide coaching and mentoring to EQUIP users and trainers
Deliver EQUIP trainings, both standalone and as part of the QoC Framework

4. Coordination of EQUIP Task Teams and Working Groups

Establish and facilitate regular meetings of EQUIP task teams and working groups
Coordinate and respond to organisational requests related to EQUIP
Share regular updates and information with relevant stakeholders

5. Partnership Package Development

Lead the development of the EQUIP partnership package, ensuring materials are appropriate for local and global partners
Conduct final red-flag review and provide technical sign-off on all partnership materials
Ensure content, language, and tone align with War Child guidance, using the partnership package checklist and technical review standards

Your profile

Experience & Technical Expertise

Proven experience in competency assessment systems, including hands-on use of the EQUIP toolset
Practical experience applying WeACT, ENACT, GroupACT, and/or FamilyACT
Strong technical expertise in competency-based approaches within MHPSS, child protection, education, or related fields
Demonstrated experience leading rollouts of technical tools, coordinating working groups, and providing technical guidance across multiple teams and/or countries
Experience developing technical guidance, tools, and resources for staff and partner use
Experience designing and delivering training and capacity-strengthening initiatives, including in-person trainings
At least 5 years of relevant professional experience, including 3 years in (post-)conflict settings within international development and humanitarian contexts

Education

Relevant academic background in areas related to child rights, participation, MHPSS, social sciences, education, or a related field

Knowledge & Skills

Strong understanding of children’s rights and rights-based programming
Good working knowledge of War Child–aligned care systems, particularly competency-based assessment approaches
Strong advisory, influencing, and strategic thinking skills
Excellent coordination and facilitation skills, including remote and in-person coordination of working groups, networks, or communities of practice
Solid project management experience and attention to quality, consistency, and documentation
Strong communication skills, with the ability to translate complex technical content into clear, practical guidance
Collaborative and inclusive working style, with proven ability to work effectively in culturally diverse teams and with multiple partners

Languages

Fluency in English, with strong written and verbal communication skills

What we offer

Location : We work with global teams with team members being based in different locations. War Child is currently operates in: Afghanistan, the Central African Republic, Colombia, DR Congo, Germany, Jordan, Lebanon, the occupied Palestinian territory, South Sudan, Sweden, Syria, Uganda, Ukraine (soon to be registered), and Yemen. We also have offices in the Netherlands and the United Kingdom. Preference is given to applicants who reside and have valid working permits. War Child does not offer relocation.
Type of Contract : Local contract with salary and secondary labour conditions based on the in-country salary scale, local T&C's will apply.
Contract Length : Short term – March to September 2026.

How to Apply

Meaningful Impact : Contribute directly to improving the lives of children and families affected by conflict through quality education and long-term, sustainable change.
Professional Growth: Join a dynamic organisation that values learning, innovation, and professional development, with opportunities for capacity building and growth through the role and War Child’s global network.
Global Reach : Play a key role in scaling a ground-breaking programme across multiple conflict-affected contexts worldwide.
Collaborative & Inclusive Culture : Work alongside passionate, mission-driven colleagues in a diverse, inclusive and respectful workplace that prioritises safety, fairness and equal opportunity for all.

How to Apply

Qualified candidates are encouraged to submit their applications (CV and motivation letter in English) by March 8, 2026. We are reviewing submissions on a rolling basis, so early applications are strongly recommended.

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Disclaimer

Only applications received via our website are processed.
If we appoint a suitable candidate before the given closing date, we reserve the right to remove the vacancy from our website before that date. In such a case, any responses received after that time are not processed.
It could be that during our selection process the closing date for the vacancy is extended. If so, and you have not yet heard from us, your application will remain active.

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About us

The War Child Alliance is an international non-governmental organization committed to providing psychosocial support, child protection, youth empowerment programming and quality education to the children affected by armed conflict. We implement evidence-based interventions to empower key stakeholders—including governments, educators, caregivers, and communities—to foster children’s wellbeing, education, and self-determination. We work with global teams with team members being based in different locations. War Child is currently operates in: Afghanistan, the Central African Republic, Colombia, DR Congo, Germany, Jordan, Lebanon, the occupied Palestinian territory, South Sudan, Sweden, Syria, Uganda, Ukraine (soon to be registered), and Yemen. We also have offices in the Netherlands and the United Kingdom.
Learn more about War Child and our programmes https://www.warchild.net/

Safeguarding and Integrity
Our work with children and at-risk adults to keep them safe is the most important thing we do. We are committed to the safeguarding of children and vulnerable adults in all areas of our work. We have zero tolerance for any behaviours and practices that puts children and/or vulnerable adults at risk of abuse and/or harm. All (prospective) employees will be expected to be compliant with and sign up to our Child Safeguarding policy, our Code of Conduct and PSEA: Adults at Risk Policy. You can find the Child Safeguarding and Adults at Risk policy here: Integrity & Safeguarding - Home

Justice, Equity, Diversity and Inclusion (JEDI) and Belonging (DEIB)
We value diversity and inclusion and are committed to ensuring that all our people and job applicants are treated fairly, irrespective of where, what or whom they were born, or of other characteristics. We want to offer a safe and inclusive workplace where all our people, especially those who are currently marginalised or underrepresented, can be themselves at work. You can read our Justice, Equity, Diversity and Inclusion (JEDI) and Belonging (DEIB) policy on our website, and if you have any questions about our commitment to Justice, Equity, Diversity and Inclusion (JEDI) and Belonging (DEIB) do get in touch: DEIB.team@warchild.net

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