GBV Case Worker at Women in the New Nigeria (WINN) - 2 Openings

Women in the New Nigeria, and Youth Empowerment Initiative (WINN) is a dynamic and indigenous non-governmental organization committed to empowering women, transforming the lives of youth, promoting good governance, sustainable agriculture, peace building, preventing gender-based violence, fostering micro-finance, supporting the arts, driving technological solutions, partnering in scientific research, and advancing gender equality. With a presence spanning continents, including North America, Ghana, Mozambique, South Africa, Sierra Leone, and the UK, WINN is dedicated to instigating positive change, eradicating societal ills, and achieving gender parity. WINN's multifaceted approach encompasses collaborations with civil society groups, government agencies, and other NGOs, demonstrating its dedication to making a meaningful impact worldwide.

We are recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Title: GBV Case Worker

Locations: Konduga and Gwoza - Borno
Job Type: Contract
Reports to: GBV Officer
Indirect reports (2nd level Manager): Project Coordinator

Role Summary

• We are looking for a dedicated Caseworker to join WINN's Disability Inclusive Humanitarian Action (DIHA) project in Borno State, Nigeria.
• Your role will involve identifying and addressing the needs of GBV survivors, designing and evaluating GBV interventions, and ensuring adherence to standard protocols.
• You will assess GBV referral services, provide follow-up support, and maintain a survivor-centered approach.
• Daily tasks include coordinating care referrals for health needs, managing a safe space for women and girls, and facilitating access to GBV prevention and response services.
• Strong empathy, interpersonal skills, and cultural competence are essential for this role, contributing to WINN's mission of empowerment, disability inclusion, and gender equality.

Specific Roles

• Manage the day-to-day activities of Women and Girls Safe Space (WGSS) for women and girls
• Oversee the skill building activities at the WGSS and write weekly and monthly progress report
• Identify the specific needs of GBV survivors, then design, implement, monitor, and evaluate GBV prevention and response interventions.
• Ensure interventions meet required standards through training and adherence to SOPs.
• Assess the quality of GBV referral services.
• Conduct regular follow-up calls and interviews with survivors, providing basic emotional support.
• Act intentionally to mitigate GBV risks and Demonstrate commitment to gender equality.
• Respond compassionately and appropriately to GBV disclosures.
• Apply a survivor-centered approach, adhering to GBV Guiding Principles (Safety, Confidentiality, Respect, Non-discrimination).
• Promote and integrate gender analysis and mainstreaming into humanitarian programming.
• Identify and document success stories
• Exhibit empathy, positive interpersonal skills, and cultural competence.
• Provide prevention measures and care coordination referrals for maternal and child health, psychosocial, and behavioral health needs.
• Maintain a system for timely and accurate information flow to facilitate case management.
• Represent WINN at local coordination meetings and provide meaningful contributions
• Identify immediate needs and provide appropriate referrals or supplies.
• Conduct assessments, review referral information, engage key participants, identify systemic risks and protective factors, and analyze problem behaviors.
• Manage a safe space where women and girls can socialize, rebuild social networks, receive social support, acquire relevant skills, access multi-sectoral GBV response and prevention services, and receive information on women's rights, health, and services

Experience and technical competencies

• 2-5 years of experience as a case worker
• Must be from the target communities
• Knowledge and operational experience of GBVIMS+
• Fluency in English, Hausa, and Kanuri is an added advantage.
• Experience working with survivors of GBV
• Previous training/experience in GBV
• Good reporting skills
• Critical thinker and problem-solving skills
• Good time-management skills
• Great interpersonal and communication skills
• Maintain confidentiality and ethical conduct

Application Closing Date
14th June, 2024.

Method of Application
Interested and qualified candidates should send their Application (Indigene letter of LGA, Cover letter and CV as a single document) to: [email protected] and copy: [email protected] using the Job Title as the subject of the mail.

Note

• The title and location of the position must be indicated in the subject line of your e-mail.
• Please note that only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
• Applications will be assessed on a rolling basis
• Only Women are required/advised to apply.
• WINN is an equal-opportunity employer and is committed to ethical recruitment,
  please note that we don’t collect money or participate in any fraudulent activitie