- Company: Ekklesiyar Yan’uwa a Nigeria (EYN Project)
- Location: Borno, Nigeria
- Job type: Full-time
- Deadline: 15 November 2026
About the role
EYN Projects is a community-based non-profit organization dedicated to supporting affected communities through developmental and humanitarian services. We are currently seeking a Case Worker to join our team in Borno. This role focuses on providing direct, survivor-centered, and child-friendly case management services to children at risk and survivors of Gender-Based Violence (GBV). The position requires a strong commitment to the principles of safety, confidentiality, respect, and non-discrimination.
Responsibilities
- Identify, receive, and register children at risk and GBV survivors through community outreach and referrals.
- Conduct age-appropriate, survivor-centered assessments of clients’ needs, risks, and strengths.
- Develop and regularly review individual case plans with clients and caregivers.
- Provide emotional support and basic psychosocial support (PSS), linking clients to specialized mental health services when necessary.
- Refer and accompany clients to health, legal, security, education, and shelter services with informed consent.
- Follow up with clients and families to monitor progress and ensure safety until case closure.
- Maintain accurate, confidential case files using the Case Management System (e.g., GBVIMS/CPIMS+).
- Collaborate with community leaders and service providers to strengthen referral pathways.
- Support awareness-raising activities on child protection and GBV prevention.
- Uphold the organization’s Code of Conduct and Safeguarding policies, including PSEA.
- Submit timely weekly and monthly reports to the supervisor.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s Degree in Social Work, Child Development, Psychology, or a related field (Master’s degree preferred).
- Relevant certification or licensure.
- 1–2 years of experience in child protection and/or GBV case management, preferably in a humanitarian or community-based setting.
- Training in Child Protection Case Management and/or GBV Case Management is an added advantage.
- Strong knowledge of survivor-centered and child-friendly approaches.
- Good interviewing, counselling, and communication skills.
- Ability to maintain confidentiality and handle sensitive information.
- Basic computer skills (MS Word, Excel, and data collection tools).
- Fluency in English and local languages (e.g., Hausa, Kanuri, Fulfulde).
- Ability to work under pressure and travel to project communities.
How to apply
Interested and qualified candidates should apply online via the link below. The application deadline is November 15, 2026.
