Gender Based Violence (GBV) Caseworker at Malteser International

Job Overview

Location
Lagos, Lagos
Job Type
Full Time
Date Posted
1 year ago

Additional Details

Job ID
105653
Job Views
61

Job Description






Responsibilities




  • Provide one-on-one case management services to GBV survivors, ensuring confidentiality and a survivor-centred approach, and develop individualized care plans based on the needs and goals of survivors.

  • Coordinate with healthcare, legal, and other service providers to ensure comprehensive care.

  • Facilitate group PSS sessions for women and girls, using trauma-informed approaches, conduct individual PSS sessions as needed and develop and implement PSS activities that promote mental health and resilience.

  • Conduct awareness-raising sessions on GBV prevention and response within the community and advocate for the rights and protection of women and girls.

  • Maintain accurate and confidential case files and records, prepare and submit timely reports on activities and case progress to the line manager

  • Work closely with other GBV team members and partners and participate in coordination meetings and training as required.

  • Provide training and capacity-building sessions for local staff and community volunteers on GBV and PSS.



Your profile




  • A minimum of a Higher National Diploma or Bachelor’s degree in Gender Studies or Social Science related courses.

  • Experience as a caseworker in Pulka with a similarly motivated organization.

  • Ability to use Microsoft Excel and Word, including Teams and Outlook.

  • Excellent knowledge/experience in scanning and filing systems, with demonstrated ability to process information into action promptly.

  • Possess a positive attitude, and demonstrated integrity, confidentiality, approachability and diplomacy, with the ability to withstand work-related pressure, accurately follow instructions, and meet tight deadlines.

  • Ability to express oneself through good communication skills: verbal and written, including fluency in English, and Hausa; fluency in the Mandara language will be advantageous

  • Only applications from Pulka/Gwoza LGA indigenes or caseworkers already working in Pulka will be considered and qualified females are strongly encouraged to apply for this position.



Benefits




  • Salary expectation: According to qualification and experience.

  • Group Life Insurance Package, Health Insurance Package, 13th Month bonus, and other petty benefits like monthly call card and beverages.



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