Social Worker

JOB SUMMARY

Working with and reporting to the emergency outreach coordinator and responsible for timely preparation and submission of monthly performance reports. The Social Worker for Women & Girls Friendly Services is responsible for facilitating, managing, and coordinating daily activities within a safe space. They provide psychosocial support, case management for survivors of Gender-Based Violence (GBV), and facilitate community mobilization to promote the empowerment, health, and protection of women and girls.

Duties and Responsibilities

1. Safe Space Management & Facilitation

• Establishment: Assist in identifying, setting up, and maintaining a secure, confidential, and welcoming physical space for women and girls.
• Recreational Activities: Facilitate structured activities, such as handicrafts, art therapy, and group discussions, to foster community and support networks.
• Information Sharing: Conduct awareness-raising sessions on health, hygiene, nutrition, livelihoods, and SRH

2. Psychosocial Support & Case Management

• Individual Counseling: Provide psychological first aid and emotional support to survivors of violence or those in distress.
• Case Management: Assess immediate needs, develop, and monitor care plans for women and girls, ensuring confidentiality and safety.
• Referrals: Facilitate referrals to specialized services, including legal, medical, and specialized mental health services (MHPSS).

3. Community Outreach & Protection

• Community Mobilization: Organize community dialogues and campaigns to raise awareness on topics like early marriage and women’s empowerment.
• Network Building: Build and strengthen community protection groups to support vulnerable women and girls.

4. Monitoring, Reporting & Administration

• Data Management: Collect, compile, and analyze data on service utilization, adhering to strict data protection protocols.
• Reporting: Submit regular reports on activities, challenges, and outcomes to the supervisor or project manager.
• Coordination: Participate in GBV/Protection cluster meetings and coordinate with other humanitarian actors.

Working Conditions

• This position is often based in refugee camps or nearby health centers, in the Afar region where operationalized
• The role may require high flexibility to respond to evolving security or community situations

Required Qualifications and Skills

• Education: University degree in Social Work, Sociology, Gender Studies, Psychology, or related fields.
• Experience: Minimum of 2 years of experience in social work, case management, or working with women and girls in humanitarian or community settings.
• Technical Knowledge: Strong understanding of Gender-Based Violence (GBV) guiding principles.
• Confidentiality: Strict adherence to confidentiality and ethical guidelines.
• Languages: Fluency in the local language(s) Afar