LWF World Service is the humanitarian and development arm of the Lutheran World Federation. We are a widely recognized, international, faith-based organization working in over 20 countries. We seek to bring people of all backgrounds together in the common quest for justice, peace, and reconciliation in an increasingly complex and fragmented world.

A commitment to the human rights of every individual, regardless of their status, guides our work, actions, and operations. We are particularly known for our timely, compassionate, and professional humanitarian work, and for our field presence in hard-to-reach areas. Our work is people-centered and community-based. Above all, we work with the most vulnerable, and in order to claim and uphold their rights, we engage proactively with local government and community structures.

LWF Uganda works closely with United Nations agencies (UNHCR, UNICEF, IOM, WFP), PRM, EU/ECHO, BfTW, etc. LWF Related and faith-based agencies and their back donors.

For additional information, please see www.lutheranworld.org/WorldService.

The LWF Uganda Program is looking for qualified and experienced persons to fill the following position;

Job Title:                    Project Assistant – Protection Counselor.

No. of Positions:       One (01).

Duty Stations:           Lamwo

Reports to:                Project Officer.

Starting Date:            ASAP

Duration of Contract: 1-year contract (with the possibility of extension).

Closing Date for Applications: 25th May, 2022.

Job Summary:  Under the guidance of the Project Officer and Manager, the Protection Counselor is responsible for GBV Prevention and Response, General protection, day-to-day psychological support of beneficiaries as well as providing specialized counseling.

Main Duties & Responsibilities:

Project Implementation:

Promote interpersonal interactions and provide ongoing counseling support for SGBV survivors.

Admit victims of domestic violence and sexual assault to the safe house, following established intake procedures.

Provide psychosocial counseling to GBV Survivors at women’s safe spaces and in the community during case management and keep confidential records.

Ensures daily operation of the women’s safe space in assigned Zones and Sub Counties.

Provide timely feedback on issues and complaints raised by refugees in the settlement and host communities.

Ensuring that all protection concerns and/or complaints by refugees are accurately assessed and recorded in the intake forms, assisted, and/or referred to the appropriate service provider.

Conduct one on one follow-up of the case, according to operating procedures.

Coordinate with service providers to strengthen referral pathways, including weekly referral/case meetings.

Take lead in outreach activities and assist in the organizing and implementation of training and workshops.

Work with Protection Officer and Community Based volunteers to conduct protection information and awareness session ‐ community outreaches on SGBV prevention and response mechanism.

Maintains and collects data in line with agreed procedures.

Regularly visits all the beneficiary sites where all project activities are undertaken, checks on the progress, and offer support as directed by the project officer in line with the project objectives.

Supervises Community Structures and supports community participation in refugee settlements and at all the sub-county levels for the effective implementation and coordination of protection and SGBV interventions.

Liaises with household members and other community leaders regularly to keep them informed of any development or problems within the settlements and surrounding areas.

Promotes active community participation in specified project activities by involving beneficiaries, intermediaries, and local leaders in the planning and implementation process.

Project Planning;

Assists the project officer in preparing periodical work plans, case follow-ups and reports on protection and SGBV activities and achievements in line with the requirements stipulated in the project documents.

Staff Management:

Promotes active and meaningful participation of the other field staffs, beneficiaries, and other intermediaries in planning, implementation, and evaluation of project activities as required.

Trains and mentors LWF community-based facilitators and community counselors in organizational policies, recreational and Protection, and SGBV activities implemented within the refugee settlement and host community.

Supervises and supports community participation in refugee settlements and at all the sub-county level for the effective implementation and coordination of Protection and SGBV activities.

Financial management / Budget Monitoring & Control:

Ensures proper supporting documents (attendance lists (with all the necessary information filled.) end of activity reports.

Ensures timely accountability and closely follows up with field payments.

Project Monitoring, Evaluation, and Reporting:

Work closely with the M&E team to monitor project performance and ensure an appropriate level of accountability;

Ensure that proper mapping of the right beneficiaries is done & information shared on time

Other:

Undertakes other related duties as may reasonably be assigned by the Supervisor

Ensures strict adherence to the principles of child protection/psychosocial support at all times including respect for confidentiality and a child-centered approach, and acts in the best interests of the persons of concern.

Commitments to and understanding of LWF aims, values, and principles including a rights-based approach.

Ensures that organization assets are maintained and taken good care.

Education, Qualifications & Experience Required:

Bachelor’s Degree in Community Psychology, Industrial and Organizational Psychology Social Work, Social Sciences, Human rights, and ethics Development studies or another relevant field of study; At least 2 years’ experience in Project Management/Community Development programming; Proven knowledge and experience in developing and implementing community mobilization projects.

Special Skills, Aptitude or Personality Requirements:

Problem Solving and Decision-Making skills; Ability to inspire and build the capacity of community-based facilitators/community structures; Good interpersonal skills and excellent negotiation skills; Excellent English Language (both written and spoken); Information Technology (MS Office, Internet); Ability to work under pressure to meet tight deadlines; Good team worker with good communication skills; Ability to exercise sound judgment, to remain flexible to a changing environment, and to make decisions independently.

LWF/DWS is an equal opportunity employer, irrespective of gender, race or religious affiliation.  Female candidates possessing the above requirements are encouraged to apply. LWF/DWS is a signatory to the Code of Conduct for humanitarian agencies. Our recruitment and selection procedures reflect the organization’s commitment to the prevention of abuse and exploitation of beneficiaries.

Only short-listed candidates will be contacted

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