CRAN Child Rights & Safeguarding Assistant Volunteer Opportunity 2026 in Nairobi, Kenya: Apply by 23 October (with remote work arrangements)

Overview

The Child Rights African Network is offering a six-month volunteer opportunity for a Child Rights and Safeguarding Assistant. The role is based in Nairobi, Kenya, with remote work arrangements available. The volunteer will work alongside the organisation's Legal and Policy Advisor for East Africa to support legal programmes and advocacy initiatives aimed at protecting children and strengthening safeguarding practices.

Who can apply

The role is suited for professionals and aspiring advocates with an interest in child rights, safeguarding, legal programmes, human rights advocacy, and community development. Women are highly encouraged to apply. Applicants must be capable of responsibly managing confidential information and supporting work that involves vulnerable communities and children.

What you get

The selected candidate will gain experience by assisting with child safeguarding compliance and procedures, initiatives that support children and communities, case management, confidential recordkeeping, and partnerships, advocacy, and child protection awareness campaigns.

How to apply

Interested candidates must submit a CV and a cover letter through the organisation's application link.

Key dates

The application deadline is 23 October 2026.