Case Worker - Norwegian Church Aid (Iraq)

Introduction to NCA:

Norwegian Church Aid is one of the largest aid organizations in the Nordic region. We are there in disasters and emergencies to provide water and critical assistance to those affected. Together with our international network and partner organizations in the ACT Alliance we can reach millions of people each year and help make a positive difference around the world. We are determined to work towards eradicating injustice, and we, therefore, work passionately with advocacy, long-term development in local communities, and providing emergency assistance. As we see more and more people impacted by disasters, we now have an even stronger focus on providing more people with emergency relief and access to clean water. We believe that people in need must be helped and we will not stop fighting for a just world.

Introduction to the country office:

NCA has had a presence in Iraq intermittently since 2003.  Most recently, NCA re-opened its country office in northern Iraq in 2014 in response to the crisis resulting from the invasion by the IS.

NCA Iraq is implementing a Peacebuilding and gender-based violence (GBV) program designed to facilitate the recovery and reintegration of survivors into their communities and challenge the cultural norms that perpetuate GBV. NCA also works in peacebuilding.

NCA implements its GBV programs in (Alqoush, Bashiqa, Sinjar Town, Sinjar Mountain, Sinuni, Tel Kaif/Musol, and Baaj)

Information about the position: NCA is Looking for a GBV caseworker to implement activities and support the enhancement/ expansion of the women's safe spaces in the Ninawa governorate (West Mosul & Telkif).

Responsibilities:

• Participating in the planning and implementation of GBV activities in the women and girls safe space and mobile team in above-mentioned areas under the supervision of the GBV Officer.

• Developing and facilitating relationships between relevant community stakeholders to manage the implementation of projects within the Mosul project.
• Organizing community meetings and events, as necessary.
• Facilitating all qualitative assessments (Focus Groups Discussions) to better understand the risks of GBV, to map points of service for GBV survivors, and to identify support structures. If required.
• Assisting in scheduling appointments for survivors at safe space and/or mobile team, when required.
• Provide community-based psychosocial support and emotional support to survivors.
• Refer and link cases to safe space and mobile team, or to other relevant actors, coordinate with GBV Officer.
• OTHER DUTIES / FUNCTIONS ASSIGNED TO THE POSITION

Qualifications

• University degree in Sociology, Psychology, social work, and/or at least one-year of relevant area work experience.
• Preferably from Project Operational area.
• Written & verbal proficiency in the Arabic language.
• Good understanding of the local context especially of the IDP/ Returnees situations in Iraq.
• Understanding of humanitarian Response, especially protection concepts & approaches.
• Good interpersonal skills, good communication, organizational & analytical skills & the ability to work well in a team.
• Familiarity with monitoring & evaluation tools & documents is preferable.
• Ability to travel independently, including to rural communities, and work long hours in project operational areas.
• Ability to work in a multi-cultural environment.

- Closing Date (30.06.2021)

- Applicants may submit their CVs with their address to: nca-nikr-office@nca.no

Notes :

- please mention the vacancy title: Case Worker in the subject box in your email.

- Email Without vacancy title will not be considered.

- Email after the closing date will not be considered.