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| Case Management Technical Officer | |||
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| Country | Afghanistan | Province | Herat, |
| Categories | Program, | Type | Full Time |
| Post Date | 2023-04-17 | Close Date | 2023-04-23 |
| Vacancy No | WCUK/23/448 | Gender | Male |
| No Of Jobs | 1 | Contract Duration | 2 months |
| Education | Degree in Social Work, Psychology or another related field. | Experience | 3-5 years relevant experience on Child Protection and Case Management. |
| Organization | Opportunities for you | Salary | As per WCUK salary Scale |
About Company
About War Child UK: War Child, the specialist charity for children affected by conflict. For more than two decades we’ve delivering high-impact programmes that are rebuilding lives across Afghanistan, Iraq, the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC), Central African Republic and Yemen. We understand children’s needs, respect their rights, and put them at the centre of the solution - from reintegrating children formerly associated with armed groups and armed forces (CAAFAG) in the Central African Republic to reuniting children with their families in Afghanistan. We look forward to a world in which the lives of children are no longer torn apart by war. This is a vision that can only be realised through the collective actions of children themselves, communities and their leaders, organisations like War Child, governments and key decision makers.
Job Description
Job Purpose
The Case Management Technical Officer will work under the supervision of the Project Manager to whom he/she will report, this position will contribute to the capacity building of the child protection system, enhancement of Case Management, Monitoring and Reporting mechanism to ensure high quality of services for children through functional and active CPANs, DCPANs and a team of social workers in the western region of Afghanistan. The position will ensure regular monitoring and quality performance of social workers and social workers besides timely reports.
The Duties and responsibilities may include but not limited to:
- Provide training and on-going support to the team of social workers on case management and social work
- Provide regular technical support to social workers and social workers to conduct clear and accurate identification, assessment and development of care plans for individuals.
- In coordination with project manager lead the mapping of service provider, develop and update the referral pathways and ensure dissemination to the communities.
- Conduct regular monitoring visits to the project sites and visit families to ensure the quality of performance and adherence to the internal and global standards for Case Management
- Facilitate case management meetings and case conferences to support social workers to analyse assessment information, make appropriate decisions in the child’s best interests and ensure a coordinated response
- Maintain positive coordination and relationship between CPANs, Social Workers and Social workers to ensure high quality deliverables and development of responsive and strong Case Management platform in the Western Region
- Maintain robust reporting mechanism and ensure proper data gathering and data accuracy based on M&E Plan.
- Ensure all project staff understand and carry out their duties in accordance with Child Safeguarding and Data Protection protocol to ensure provision of safe and dignified case management services.
- Implement measures to ensure that the team keeps confidential information and sensitive documents securely
- Conduct regular travel to project target locations and provide technical support to social workers
- Submit regular reports
- Contribute to creating a culture committed to the safeguarding of children and adults and compliant to War Child’s Child Safeguarding and Adults at Risk Policies.
- Respect and adhere to War Child’s Code of Conduct child safe guarding policy
- Contribute to creating a culture committed to the safeguarding of children and adults and compliant with WCUK’s Child Safeguarding and Adults at Risk Policies.
Our Values
Bold
We use our passion and creativity to deliver high quality evidence-based work designed to maximize our beneficial impact for children in conflict.
Accountable to Children
Children can rely on us to respond to their voices and to treat them with respect and dignity.
Transparent
We expect to be held to account by our supporters and beneficiaries and we respond with openness and honesty.
Committed to each other
We support each other and our partners to achieve ambitious goals and to the best we can be we are honest and open with each other, sharing our success and confronting our challenges
Job Requirement
Person Specification
War Child in Afghanistan operates in a dynamic environment with a team of highly motivated and dedicated staff. The right candidate will share these qualities and bring effective leadership to a diverse team. The successful candidate will be creative problem solver and foster a solution-based approach to management.
Experience and mandatory criteria:
- Degree in Social Work, Psychology or another related field;
- 3-5 years relevant experience on Child Protection and Case Management;
- Experience of working with CPANs and Social Workers;
- Previous experience in a similar position with international or national organizations or government authorities;
- Knowledge of Case Management standards and procedures;
- Demonstrated ability to manage a team and work under pressure;
- Fluent in national languages, Pashto and Dari
- Proficiency in English (written and verbal)
- Good report writing and presentation skills
Submission Guideline
How to apply
- Please go to this link: https://airtable.com/shrJsM9c60IqCKW5M, fill in your information and attach your documents before the closing date - (23-Apr-2023).
- Applications after closing date will not be accepted.
- Please note that there is no telephonic inquiry and only shortlisted applicants will be contacted for written test/interview.
Child safeguarding and Adults at Risk
Our work with children and at-risk adults to keep them safe is the most important thing we do. We are committed to the safeguarding of children and vulnerable adults in all areas of our work. We have zero tolerance for any behaviours and practices that puts children and/or vulnerable adults at risk of abuse and/or harm. Successful applicants will be expected to be compliant and sign up to our Child Safeguarding policy, our Code of Conduct and PSEA: Adults at Risk Policy. You can find the Child Safeguarding and Adults at Risk policy here: Child Safeguarding
Pre-employment checks
Employment with War Child will be subject to the following checks prior to your start date:
A satisfactory police record check to include a International/National Criminal Record Check, and a clear vetting and Due Diligence check
- Receipt of three satisfactory reference