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Social workers (PSS workers) – Zwara

Job Description

Title: Social worker

Job location: Zawra, Libya

The project “Enhancing the resilience of vulnerable girls and boys in West Libya through access to quality education and Psychosocial Support services”, funded by UNICEF, intends to promote a favorable protection environment for girls and boys affected by the crisis in Western Libya through protection monitoring, provision of psychosocial assistance, child protection services and safe learning environment.

Project areas of intervention:

Cesvi Baity Centers

CSOs in the surrounding area

Nearby public/private schools

Specific tasks and responsibilities:

• Planning and implementation of PSS plan (resilience approach) in different project locations accordingly with identified children needs;
• Support Education unit in class planning and attendance monitoring;
• Provide PFA to children showing signs of psycho-social distress;
• Support in the design and conduct Parents Support Group sessions to address common needs raised by parents;
• Promote life skills and citizenship education through a holistic approach (in accordance with UNICEF and AIHR-developed modules).
• Liaise with, and make referrals to other Cesvi services or other agencies;
• Represent CESVI in a professional manner in meetings and ensure good cooperation with local partners and other relevant actors;
• Participate in multidisciplinary teams, trainings and meetings regarding, for example, GBV and mental health;
• Maintain accurate records and prepare reports, document and share lessons learned and best practices;
• Maintain the relationship with volunteers staff;
• Support in the capacity building of volunteers staff;
• Fulfil any other duties relating to nature of the job as may be requested by the Supervisor and any other relevant staff for the best development of Cesvi activities.

Duty station:  Zwara

Responsible to: He/She will report directly to the Child Protection Supervisor and to the Technical Unit focal point for the project.

Benefits

• Health Insurance
• Social Security

Job Requirements

1. University degree in psychology, social work, social administration, social sciences, development studies, or a relevant field is an asset.
2. At least 1 year experience with UN or Non‐Governmental organizations
3. Experience in handling cases is an asset.
4. Trainings in child protection and/or GBV minimum standards and gender mainstreaming are an asset.
5. Previous experience of work with migrant and refugee communities is an asset.
6. Good understanding of Protection Principles and Case Management standards
7. Good command of written and spoken English.
8. Good communication skills and ability to conduct training and awareness campaigns
9. Good computer skills especially Microsoft packages.
10. Good organizational and management skills.
11. Ability to work with minimum supervision

How To Apply

Submit your CV to: [email protected]

Note: email subject must include position title