Job Title: Case Worker – Gender-Based Violence (GBV)
Location: Katsina State (Kankara, Kankia, Malumfashi, Funtua, and Musawa LGAs)
Organization: Health And Development Support Programme (HANDS)
Job Type: Full-time
Closing Date: February 28, 2025
About the Organization:
Health And Development Support Programme (HANDS) is a non-governmental organization dedicated to improving public health, fostering development, and providing emergency services in Nigeria.
Job Summary:
We are seeking a highly motivated and experienced Case Worker to provide direct support, confidential case management, and psychosocial support to survivors of gender-based violence (GBV) in Katsina State.
Responsibilities:
– Provide age-appropriate and survivor-centered GBV case management services to survivors of GBV and vulnerable women and girls
– Work closely with the GBV/MHPPS officer and seek support when required
– Provide information on available services and support survivors’ informed choices through referral, accompaniment, service coordination, and follow-up
– Participate in regular case review meetings and coaching sessions
– Carefully document service provision and maintain case files
– Adhere to strict data protection and information-sharing protocols to protect the privacy, confidentiality, and safety of GBV survivors
Requirements:
– Minimum of National Diploma in Social Work or its equivalent
– At least 2 years of experience in a similar position
– Demonstrated commitment to core principles of GBV programming, including gender equality and survivor-centered support services
– Demonstrated familiarity, respect, and empathy for affected populations
– Commitment to championing survivors
– Good interpersonal and advocacy skills
– Very good listening and communication skills
– Familiarity with government and NGO service providers preferred
– Ability to exercise sound judgment, remain flexible, and apply experience and guidance to evolving challenges
– Hausa language skills are compulsory
– Preference will be given to female candidates and people with disabilities
How to Apply:
Interested candidates should submit a job application letter, clearly stating their motivation to work and competence. Attach a copy of your curriculum vitae, cover letter, and available credentials.
Application letters should be addressed to:
Administration and Human Resource Manager,
Health and Development Support Programme (HANDS),
5A, Naomi Jugu Drive, Rayfield, Jos, Plateau State.
Alternatively, send applications by email to: recruitment@handsnigeria.org. Your email subject line should include your name, job title, and LGA.
Note: HANDS recruitment processes are conducted in compliance with principles of transparency and protection of all persons. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
Link: https://handsnigeria.org
