Social Worker Jobs in Kenya at Women’s Rights Awareness Programme (WRAP)

Job Title: Social Worker

Organisation: Women’s Rights Awareness Programme (WRAP),

Job Location: Nairobi, Kenya


Job Description:

Responsibilities:
• Carrying out need assessment for WRAP clients i.e. emotional and psychological needs
• Attending to walk-in clients, accompany clients to hospitals, children’s department, courts, outings etc
• Conducting follow ups, home visits, resettlement and reintegration for WRAP Clients
• Participating in community outreach programmes to sensitize the community on the rights and welfare of women and children
• Participate in seminars, workshops, conferences on issues related to the rights of children and women
• Writing monthly reports about the activities carried out

Qualifications:

Education:

• Diploma in Social work or Community Development from a reputable institution.
• Knowledge in basic counseling an added advantage

Experience:  

• At least 2 years experience in community work.
• Professional experience working with National/International organization/ NGO and experience in child rights and women empowerment.
• Knowledge in community psychosocial based support.
• Fluency in Kiswahili and English (written and spoken)
• Personal Attributes
• High level of integrity, commitment and professional responsibility.
• Excellent communication, organization and presentation skills.
• Able to work in a team with minimal supervision


How to Apply:

If you meet these requirements please send your detailed resume indicating the position you are applying for and expected salary, addressed to:

Chairperson
Women’s Rights Awareness Programme (WRAP)
P.O. Box 3006-00200
Nairobi.

Email address: wrapkenya@hotmail.com

Availability: Immediate.

Closing date: 31st Dec 2013