Summary
Date Posted: Thursday, October 12 2023, Base Salary: Not Disclosed

JOB DETAILS:
Overall purpose of the role:
Integrated social workers is responsible for implementation of activities under one or more of the following sectors: community-based rehabilitation, social protection of People with specific Needs, support to PSN committees, community engagement, distribution of NFIs and PSN case management.

Main Responsibilities:
• Conducting needs assessments of PSN and make sure that the appropriate support is provided.
• Train community structures PWDs and OPCs on identified needs and agreed modules.
• Conduct home visits, outreach, risk assessment and make sure that protection solution is done for assigned zone and proper reporting of PSN protection at the camp level.
• Ensure that PSN Safeguarding standards are considered in all activities
• Facilitate various sensitization campaigns and awareness raising session with PSN.
• Participate in community engagement meetings such as Town hall meetings, monthly community leaders with partners meetings, and ensure PSN rights are mainstreamed.
• Conduct follow-up to PSN survivors of violence, abuse and neglect and make sure that PSNs are living a well and dignified life.
• Facilitate the identification and linking of PSN with dietary diversification need to the Kitchen Gardening program.
• Conducting feedback sharing meeting with PSN committee on issues affecting PSN in their zones and make follow up on raised concerns with appropriate service providers for early assistance of PSN.
• Conduct focus group discussions with different ages and sex (mainly PSN) on specific topics based on identified needs, service gaps, and protection risks
• Support Community Focal Point In needs assessments and immediate assistance to PSN approach
• Provide regular weekly updates and monthly reports
• Perform other duties assigned by supervisor

About you
In this position, you are expected to demonstrate DRC’s five core competencies:
• Striving for excellence: You focus on reaching results while ensuring an efficient process.
• Collaborating: You involve relevant parties and encourage feedback.
• Taking the lead: You take ownership and initiative while aiming for innovation.
• Communicating: You listen and speak effectively and honestly.
• Demonstrating integrity: You act in line with our vision and values.

Qualifications and Experience
• 2-year work experience in related field
• previous experience working with refugees – preferable
• previous experience working in international organizations mandated for PSN protection– preferable
• Field experience in emergency context is highly desirable
• High level of personal initiative, analytical skills and pro-active problem solving.
• Demonstrated people’s management skills. Strong interpersonal skills and ability to develop and maintain working relationships across the organization.
• Be a team player
• Cultural sensitivity, and commitment and understanding of the values of DRC. Good communication skills.
• Commitment to learning and implementing organizational policies and procedures
• Proven ability to prioritize tasks and meet deadlines
• A sensitive approach to external representation

Education
• Diploma or Bachelor degree in Community Development, Social work, sociology, psychology, physiotherapy, development, law or other related fields

Languages:
• English (fluent)
• Swahili (fluent)
• Local language (desirable)

Competency profile
• Compliance and Detail-oriented
• Strong team player
• Excellent interpersonal skills, culturally sensitive and adaptable
• Flexible, enthusiastic and willing to learn from others
• Understands humanitarian issues in Tanzania, and the region
• Willing to travel to project sites in Tanzania

Position Information
Employment category: Grade H
Reporting to: Protection Team Leader – PSN
Technical line manager: Protection coordinator
Direct reports: N/A
Unit/department: Protection.
Location: Kasulu.




Work Hours: 8

Experience in Months: 24

Level of Education: Associate Degree

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