Case worker at Ekklesiyar Yan’uwa a Nigeria (EYN Projects)

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Case Worker – EYN Projects

Organisation: Ekklesiyar Yan’uwa a Nigeria (EYN Projects)
Position: Case Worker
Job Category: Child Protection / Gender-Based Violence (GBV)

EYN Projects is recruiting a Case Worker to provide direct, survivor-centred and child-friendly case management services to children at risk and survivors of gender-based violence.

The organisation is committed to protecting the dignity and worth of every individual and provides equal employment opportunities without discrimination based on gender, ethnicity or religion.

Key Responsibilities

1. Identify, receive and register children at risk and GBV survivors through community outreach, referrals and walk-in services.
2. Conduct survivor-centred and age-appropriate assessments of clients’ needs, risks and strengths.
3. Develop and implement individual case management plans with clients and caregivers.
4. Provide emotional support and basic psychosocial support, referring clients to specialised mental health services when necessary.
5. Refer and accompany clients to health, legal, security, education, shelter and other relevant services.
6. Conduct regular follow-ups to monitor clients’ safety, progress and wellbeing.
7. Participate in case conferences and Best Interest Assessments where required.
8. Maintain accurate and confidential case files in line with data protection standards.
9. Work with community leaders, caregivers and service providers to strengthen referral pathways.
10. Support community awareness activities on child protection, GBV prevention and available services.
11. Comply with the organisation’s safeguarding policies, Code of Conduct and Protection from Sexual Exploitation and Abuse (PSEA) standards.
12. Submit timely weekly and monthly reports.

Requirements and Qualifications

1. Bachelor’s degree in Social Work, Child Development, Psychology or a related field. A Master’s degree is preferred.
2. Relevant professional certification or licence.
3. At least 1–2 years of experience in child protection and/or GBV case management, preferably in humanitarian or community-based settings.
4. At least 2 years’ experience working with children and families in a case management or social work role.
5. Training in Child Protection Case Management or GBV Case Management is an added advantage.
6. Certification or training in CAFAAG is an advantage.
7. Strong knowledge of survivor-centred and child-friendly approaches.
8. Good interviewing, counselling and communication skills.
9. Ability to maintain confidentiality and handle sensitive information.
10. Basic computer skills, including Microsoft Word, Excel and data collection tools.
11. Fluency in English and relevant local languages such as Hausa, Kanuri or Fulfulde.
12. Ability to work under pressure and travel to project communities.

Application Deadline: Not Specified.

How to Apply

Interested and qualified candidates should complete the online application form through the link below:

Application Link