Social Worker

Terre des hommes Foundation - Lausanne is a Swiss-based international non governmental organisation dedicated to children assistance and protection.

Tdh is currently starting a 2 years project aimed at fighting worst forms of child labour in the Gaza Strip.

Position:Protection of Vulnerable Children Victims of the Worst Forms of Child Labour in the Gaza Strip, oPt
Location:Gaza Strip – Gaza North Governorate

 

MAIN TASKS AND RESPONSIBILITIES

-To identify, assess and assist families and children victim of the worst forms of child labor in the target area.
-To provide psychosocial and protection services to children victims of the worst forms of child labor.
-To facilitate and monitor children reintegration into schools or vocational training centers.
-To participate in the organization and performance of participatory discussion sessions on protection from worst forms of child labor at community level.

QUALIFICATIONS / EXPERIENCES

-At least 5 years experience in child protection sector as social worker.
-Excellent computer skills (Word, Excel, Power Point, Internet).
-Good writing and reporting skills.
-Arabic native speaker, good level of English desirable.
-Previous academic and/or working experience on child labor is considered an asset.

PERSONAL QUALITIES REQUIRED

-Ability to be flexible, cooperative and to work autonomously.
-Strong analytical, leadership and organizational skills.
-Good communication and training skills.
-Understanding, interest and commitment to humanitarian activities.

 
APPLICATION PROCEDURE

Interested candidates are encouraged to send their CV, one page cover letter and three references by e-mail to: [email protected] Please note: incomplete files will not be considered

Deadline: 20.10.2011

Only short listed candidates will be contacted.

Please note:
incomplete files will not be considered
No application will be accepted if the email subject is not mentioned “Social Worker” in the email subject line.