World Vision are Seeking Social Worker at World Vision
Position Title: World Vision are Seeking Social Worker
Employer: World Vision
Employment: Full-Time | Contract
Place of Work: Afar Region Dubti Woreda; and Somali Harorys Woreda - Ethiopia
Posted date: 3 hours ago
Deadline: October, 20/2025 (6 days left)
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With 75 years of experience, our focus is on helping the most vulnerable children overcome poverty and experience fullness of life. We help children of all backgrounds, even in the most dangerous places, inspired by our Christian faith.
Come join our 33,000+ staff working in nearly 100 countries and share the joy of transforming vulnerable children’s life stories!
Employee Contract Type:
Local - Fixed Term Employee (Fixed Term)
Job Description:
The social worker is responsible for supporting gender and child protection officers by:
- Working closely with local faith communities
- Facilitating participation and supporting transformative change
- Providing access to protection services for children and women
- Mobilizing children in schools and local communities
- Strengthening relationships with community-based protection systems
Major Responsibilities / Job Description:
- Facilitate local faith communities to engage in consultations
- Ensure faith community members mobilize for collective action
- Follow up and translate information to local languages
- Assist project officer in assessments and operational planning
- Produce periodic reports on project activities
- Support workshops, training, and community dialogue sessions
- Collaborate with local authorities and relevant government sectors
- Create linkages for care and case management support
- Provide individual psychosocial support to women and girls
Work Location:
Afar Region Dubti Woreda; and Somali Harorys Woreda
Number of Positions Required:
One
Required Education, Training, License, Registration, and Certification:
- of cases has got referral service (report) #of girls and women who received psychosocial support
Required Professional Experience:
Minimum of 2-3 years of experience in integrated programming related to:
- Gender equality
- Women's empowerment
- Child protection
Additional Skills Requirements:
- Excellent interpersonal, communication, and facilitation skills
- Demonstrated flexibility and creativity in planning
- Knowledge of social norm change communication programming
- Awareness of community-based protection mechanisms
Required Language(s):
Effective in written and verbal communication in English; speaking ‘Somali’ local languages is preferable.
Safeguarding Commitment:
World Vision is a child-focused organization committed to safeguarding all children and adult beneficiaries. We have zero tolerance for violence or abuse against children or adults.
Disclaimer:
World Vision Ethiopia values transparency and fairness in its recruitment process and does not solicit money for job applications. Job seekers should be cautious of ads requiring payment or personal information.
Applicant Types Accepted:
Local Applicants Only
