Dec 14, Hope for Justice Social Workers (Field Based) Jobs in Uganda

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Hope for Justice Social Workers (Field Based) Jobs in Uganda

Hope for Justice exists to bring an end to modern slavery and human trafficking, and to protect the human rights of victims and survivors by preventing exploitation, rescuing victims, restoring lives and reforming society.

We are a growing organisation with staff from a wide variety of backgrounds. Our team works across seven countries. If you’re looking to make a difference, this is the place for the you.

Project Overview

Prevention and reduction of child labour in Uganda (PREC Project) aims to prevent and reduce exploitative child labour (CL) through strengthened civil society action in Abim, Kotido, and Napak districts of the Karamoja region by 2026. This will be achieved through the four interrelated objectives:

  • Strengthened environment around, and improved resilience of, child and family to prevent and protect against exploitative CL
  • Influenced socio-cultural norms in targeted communities to prevent and reduce exploitative CL
  • Enhanced resilience and livelihoods of children and families who are vulnerable/victims of exploitative CL
  • Influenced government policies and systems to address exploitative CL

    Position

    Hope for Justice in Uganda is looking for two (2) experienced Social Workers who will be responsible for conducting childcare reviews, counselling, other psychosocial activities and establishing the most appropriate interventions for each individual child that are line with their assessed needs in the context of Hope for Justice’s mission, policies, values and the laws

    of Uganda.

    In this role, you will be responsible for tracing for a child’s home, conducting pre-visits, resettlement, follow up visits and work with key actors (Probation and Social Welfare Officers, Community Development Officers, NGOs, Local community leaders, Religious institutions, Clan leaders etc) for sustainable reintegration.

    Person Specifications

  • A degree in one of the following fields Counselling, Community psychology, Social work and social administration.
  • Minimum of 3 years’ work experience working with vulnerable children in a social development position managing child welfare, protection, and counselling, case management and having experience in handling challenges associated with the children in vulnerable and violent circumstances.
  • Knowledge of both national and International laws relating to children.
  • Conversant on all matters of child protection and have a good track record on respecting and protecting the rights of children
  • Proficiency in Ngakarimojong language

    How to Apply

    For more information and job application details, see; Hope for Justice Social Workers (Field Based) Jobs in Uganda

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