Job announcement: Social Worker
Position: Social Worker (refugee).
Job Location: The HUMAN ACCESS office and in the field - Marib Governorate
Duration of Assignment: 6 months (July-Dec 2024).
Report to: Senior Protection Officer.
Application Deadline: Saturday, August 10, 2024, at 12:00 AM.
This position is open to internal applicants only. Applicants must be legally present in Marib at the time of application, recruitment, and hiring unless HUMAN ACCESS makes an online interview.
Background
Human Access for Partnership and Development (HUMAN ACCESS) is a non-governmental, independent, non-profit, humanitarian, developmental, charitable, voluntary, and community-based organization. It was established in March 1990 by an elite of volunteers and social personalities as a voluntary non-governmental organization that implements its programs, projects, and services according to periodic plans, a deliberate and renewed strategy, and a method of work based on the scientific methodology to be an effective link between donors and beneficiaries. HUMAN ACCESS is UNHCR’s implementing partner in Marib and other cities. HUMAN ACCESS is characterized by a strong and renewed relationship with development partners at home and abroad, and it has joint efforts with official and popular authorities. It is also distinguished by a tangible presence in many charitable and humanitarian events and activities. During its period of operation, which extends for about three decades, the association obtained several memberships in various organizations and bodies.
The association is a member of the Department of Public Information for the Non-Governmental Organizations of the United Nations (DPI-NGO), a member of the Arab Union for Voluntary Work, and an active and accredited partner to various international organizations, the most important of which are the World Food Program (WFP), the United Nations Population Fund (UNFPA), the World Health Organization (WHO), the United Nations Office for the Coordination of Humanitarian Affairs (UNOCHA), and the United Nations High Commissioner for Refugees (UNHCR).
HUMAN ACCESS has also obtained membership in many local, Arab and international organizations and networks working in various fields of volunteer and humanitarian work. It in addition obtained the international quality certificate ISO 9001: 2008 as a culmination of its institutional work.
This project is for IDPs and entitled: Provision of Essential Protection Assitance, Community Services, Shelter and CCCM Services to IDPs,IDP Returnee,HC, and Refugees & asylum seekers in Marib City, Marib District, and Harib
Safeguarding at HUMAN ACCESS is committed to the community members we work with and the beneficiaries we serve. As part of this commitment, HUMAN ACCESS has zero tolerance for violations of our Code of Conduct (Sexual Abuse of Beneficiaries and Community Members (PSEA), Child Safeguarding Policy, PSEA Misconduct Policy, Discrimination, Harassment Policy, and Anti-Fraud and Corruption).
Equal Employment Opportunity
HUMAN ACCESS is an equal-opportunity employer that does not tolerate discrimination on any basis. We actively seek out diverse backgrounds, perspectives, and skills so that we can be collectively stronger and have a sustained global impact.
We are committed to providing an environment of respect and psychological safety where equal employment opportunities are available to all. We do not engage in or tolerate discrimination on the basis of race, color, gender identity, gender expression, religion, age, sexual orientation, national or ethnic origin, disability, marital status, military veteran status or any other protected group in the locations where we work.
General Job Summary:
We are seeking a qualified and compassionate Social Worker to join our team and provide essential support to displaced individuals and families. The successful candidate will be responsible for conducting assessments, providing counseling, and coordinating services to meet the social and emotional needs of our IDPs and refugee.
Essential Job Functions:
- Conduct daily interviews with displaced individuals to assess their social and psychological needs.
- Provide counseling and psychosocial support to clients.
- Prepare recommendations for social assistance and submit them to the Snr protection officer.
- Ensure that client data and services provided are accurately entered into the case management system.
- Conduct social surveys and home visits to assess Protection conditions.
- Prepare case management reports on cases and submit recommendations and need and follow up the response.
- Maintain daily work records and case management files.
- Adhere to the organization's financial and administrative procedures.
- Respect the principles of non-discrimination.
- Participate in training and capacity-building activities.
- Coordinate with other partners and stakeholders.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
Qualifications and Skills:
- Bachelor's degree in Social Work or a related field.
- Minimum of two years of experience in the field and deal with refugees.
- Proficiency in English and refugee language as Somalia and Aloromoo is preferred.
- Proficiency in computer applications, including data entry and archiving.
- Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, ability to work under pressure, time management skills, and ability to write clear and concise reports.
- Skills in case management with vulnerable refugee cases.
How to Apply:
