The Ugandan Jobline

• Undertake site and field visits to ensure
  child protection recreational activities are implemented according to
  minimum standards and agreement between partners and HIJRA.
• Actively contribute to the identification
  of the most vulnerable individuals and people with special needs according
  to HIJRA guidelines and Standard Operating Procedures, who meet the agreed
  vulnerability criteria for the receipt of Cash Assistance, NFI and food
  Assistance and/or Medical assistance. Special attention will be given to
  women at risk.
• Contribute in conducting needs assessments
  and Focus Group Discussions with the displaced and host community,
  particularly the most vulnerable women and children, to identify common
  protection needs, priorities and existing capacities within the community.
• Identify vulnerable individuals in
  accordance with HIJRA criteria and inform the Child Protection Officer in
  order that s/he can organize case referral to other service providers
  within the Community Centre or partner NGOs and follow up accordingly.
• Ensure that all activities are accurately
  documented and filed in the database.
• Send regular feedback to the Child
  Protection Officer on progress, lessons learned, achievements, gaps,
  issues and problems.
• Contribute to the preparation of
  weekly/monthly plans and reports on activities.
• Perform any other duties as may be
  assigned by the Line Manager

• The
  ideal candidate for the HIJRA Child Protection Assistant job opportunity must hold a Bachelor’s
  degree in Social Work, Counseling, Psychology or other related
  field.
• A minimum of three years of work
  experience in the same field of development and humanitarian work and
  NGOs.
• Previous experience working with
  vulnerable people including survivors of GBV and victims of child abuse.
• Strong knowledge of Child Friendly
  interview techniques and communicating with children
• Familiarity with guidelines on Mental
  Health and Psychosocial Support in emergency settings.
• Strong organizational and supervisory
  skills with excellent reporting & writing skills.
• Strong interpersonal skill and
  communication skills.
• An excellent command of verbal and written
  English.
• Good knowledge word and excel.

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