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JOB SUMMARY:

The Child Protection Caseworker will be responsible for providing direct support, including child protection case management and psychosocial support services, to vulnerable and at-risk children.
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential function with or without reasonable accommodation.

MAIN TASKS AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

Service Provision:

• Provide age-appropriate and child-focused child protection case management services to vulnerable and at-risk children, in line with the Inter-Agency Guidelines for Case Management and Child Protection including assessment of children’s needs; basic counseling; support to develop and implement a care plan; support to develop and implement a safety plan; and support to access services additional services in line with clients’ wishes.
• Ensure adherence to International Medical Corp’s Child Protection Minimum Standards, as well as relevant inter-agency guidelines and standards including the Minimum Standards for Child Protection in Humanitarian Action.
• Coordinate closely with the Case Management Supervisor and seek support when required.
• Provide information on available services and support children and caregivers’ informed choices through referral, accompaniment, service coordination and follow-up, and participation in referral systems/pathways.
• Distribute emergency cash and material assistance based on individual needs assessments and in line with established protocols.
• Participate in regular case review meetings and coaching sessions.
• Maintain and update the service map to ensure children and families have access to the latest referral information for services within the facility and surrounding area.
• Support the Child Protection team in establishing and building the capacity of community-based Child Protection Committees.
• Ensure that case management information is managed according to IMC-approved procedures e.g. case management forms, registers, and computer databases are used in an appropriate and correct manner and protected accordingly.

Monitoring and Reporting:

• Seek feedback from children and caregivers and adapt services accordingly.
• Support post-distribution monitoring.
• Carefully document service provision and maintain case files.
• Adhere to strict data protection and information-sharing protocols to protect the privacy, confidentiality, and safety of children.

Coordination, Advocacy, and Representation:

• Develop and maintain contact with relevant stakeholders including community leaders and other humanitarian partners and service providers.
• Coordinate with other service providers and community focal points to strengthen access to services and build support for children and caregivers.
• Organize case management meetings, as required, with other service providers.
• Coordinate with MHPSS, GBV, health, and other sectors to strengthen integration and referrals.
• Represent program goals and child protection standards.

Security and Conduct:

• Ensure compliance with security protocols and policies.
• Foster a safe and supportive working environment for all child protection staff and partners.
• Exemplify core principles of child protection programming including do no harm, non-discrimination, confidentiality, and prioritizing the best interests of the child.
• Contribute to the positive image and overall credibility of the program and organization, notably through adherence to the Code of Conduct and Ethics, including compliance with anti-harassment, safeguarding, and PSEA policies.
  
  

Perform other duties as assigned. The duties and responsibilities listed in this document are representative of the nature and level of work assigned and not necessarily all-inclusive.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

• Typically, a bachelor's degree in a related field e.g. psychology, social work, or education. An equivalent combination of relevant education and experience may be substituted as appropriate.
• Females are preferred to apply
• At least one year's relevant experience with children is required.
• Demonstrated commitment to core principles of child protection programming including the provision of child-friendly and child-centered services.
• Demonstrated familiarity, respect, and empathy for affected populations.
• Familiarity with child development.
• Good interpersonal and advocacy skills.
• Very good listening and communication skills.
• Familiarity with government and NGO service providers preferred.
• Ability to exercise sound judgment, remain flexible, and apply experience and guidance to evolving challenges.

Please send your English CV to the IMC email: 

hr-iraq@InternationalMedicalCorps.org

Please indicate the code of the position (33581, 33582, 33583) in the Subject line.

CVs without the subject line "33581, 33582, 33583" will not be considered.

• • Links to CVs will not be taken into consideration.

  • The deadline will be August 11, 2024, at 4:00 p.m. (Iraq time).
  • Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis, and the application process may close before the stated deadline.
  • Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

• * Note:- please send your national ID, and certificates attached in the application email as well.

  *A bank account will be requested from the selected candidate

 CVs will be reviewed on a rolling basis.

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