GBV (Gender-Based Violence) Case Worker

Responsibilities:

• Provide direct support and care for survivors of GBV, including specialized support for vulnerable groups (Adolescent girls, Child survivors, persons with disabilities, etc.)
• Ensure the safety of survivors by strictly adhering to the GBV guiding principles.
• Provide individual case management steps and related tools and procedures.
• Ensure proper documentation of reported GBV cases using the necessary case management and GBVIMS tools. Conduct routine follow-up of GBV cases to ascertain the complete well-being of survivors.
• Link survivors to appropriate care as needed (Medical, legal, security, etc.)
• Utilize the referral pathway by linking survivors to service providers/other humanitarian actors as they arise. Monitor/follow up on survivors who accessed other services through the referral pathways.
• Participate in GBV awareness creation and sensitization activities.
• Develop a response plan/activity work plan on a monthly/quarterly basis.
• Prepare and submit updated case reports on a weekly and monthly basis as required.
• Participate in weekly, monthly, and quarterly review meetings.
• Perform any other duties as assigned by the supervisor.

Requirements:

• Diploma or first degree in any social science/medical science, or a related field.
• A minimum of 1-year hands-on experience in program development and management of project implementation with CBO, NNGOs, or INGOs.
• The candidate MUST be a Female indigene of Zamfara State and be able to speak Hausa or the language of the community.
• Strong communication skills: oral, written, and presentation skills.
• Should be a team player and culturally sensitive.
• Demonstrated proficiency in computer applications such as MS Word, email,l and utilization of the internet.
• Must live in the community of intervention. 
• Being flexible and having the ability to cope with stressful situations.
• Commitment to and understanding of RHHF’s aims, values, and principles.