Social Work Officers
Job Details
Advocate for Community Development and Environmental Protection (ACODEP) is recruiting for an upcoming multi-sectoral initiative focused on women's participation in environmental peacebuilding, climate action, GBV/SGBV prevention, human rights protection, and environmental justice.
The Social Work Officer will provide community-based social support and contribute to programmes addressing vulnerability, protection, GBV/SGBV, child protection, women's empowerment, youth, and community wellbeing. This is a 1-Year Renewable Contract position based in Kampala. Duty Station: Kampala. Employment Type: Contract (Full-time, 8 hours). Number of Positions: 3. ACODEP is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Qualified women and Persons with Disabilities (PWDs) are strongly encouraged to apply.
Key Duties and Responsibilities
- Conduct community outreach and mobilisation.
- Identify vulnerable individuals, families, and groups requiring support.
- Provide basic psychosocial and social support within the scope of the role.
- Facilitate appropriate referrals to specialised service providers.
- Support GBV/SGBV prevention and awareness activities.
- Support child-protection and safeguarding initiatives.
- Promote women's and youth participation in community development.
- Work with community leaders, service providers, and local authorities.
- Maintain confidential records of cases and community interventions.
- Conduct follow-up visits where appropriate.
- Support community training and awareness sessions.
- Prepare field reports and contribute to programme monitoring.
Qualifications, Skills and Requirements
- Bachelor's degree in Social Work, Community Development, Sociology, Psychology, or a related field.
- Experience in community-based social work or development programming is an advantage.
- Good understanding of safeguarding and referral principles.
- Strong communication, empathy, and interpersonal skills.
- Ability to work sensitively with vulnerable communities.