GBV & CP Social Worker- 2 Positions

A new full time opportunity for a GBV & CP Social Worker- 2 Positions has been announced by SOS Childrens Villages International in Marka. Candidates should bring 2 - 3 years of hands-on experience, preferably in the Social Worker sector. Applications are open until Sep, 15. Don't miss this opportunity.

Position Title: GBV & CP Social Worker- 2 Positions

Reporting To: Child Protection Officer

Contracting Durations: – 5 Months

Location: Marka

Position Summary

The CP & GBV Social Worker provides child-centred, family-focused and quality child protection

and Gender-based violence services to children at risk of or affected by abuse, neglect,

exploitation, violence, family separation, harmful practices and GBV related protection concerns.

The Social Worker manages GBV & CPIE individual cases in line with organizational SOPs,

national child protection procedures, the Convention on the Rights of the Child, and relevant

UNICEF and child protection standards. The role covers the full case management cycle:

identification, screening, assessment, case planning, referral, service coordination, follow-up,

review and case closure, while upholding the best interests of the child, confidentiality,

participation, non-discrimination and do-no-harm principles.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

Child Protection case management

• Identify and register children requiring protection support through CFSs, community

outreach, health facilities, schools, referrals and self-referrals.

• Conduct initial screening, safety/risk assessments and comprehensive child-friendly

assessments.

• Develop and implement individualized case plans with children and caregivers, where

appropriate.

• Conduct regular follow-up, case reviews and reassessments according to the child's needs

and level of risk.

• Facilitate safe and timely referrals and coordinate with relevant service providers.
• Maintain accurate, confidential and up-to-date case records.
• Ensure appropriate case closure and post-closure follow-up where required.

Child and family engagement

• Build respectful and trusting relationships with children and caregivers.

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• Ensure children's meaningful participation in decisions affecting them.
• Use age-appropriate and child-friendly communication.
• Strengthen caregiver capacity and promote safe family- and community-based solutions.

Protection risk response

• Respond to cases involving GBV Cases, UASC, family separation, abuse, neglect,

exploitation, child marriage, FGM, child labour, children associated with armed groups,

trafficking, disability-related protection risks, displacement and other protection concerns.

• Ensure specialized cases, including GBV and sexual violence, are managed according to

relevant SOPs and referral pathways.

UASC and family separation

• Identify, assess and support UASC and children at risk of separation.
• Facilitate family tracing, reunification and appropriate alternative care.
• Monitor children following reunification and ensure all decisions are based on the best

interests of the child.

Psychosocial Support

• Provide basic PSS and psychological first aid within the scope of competence.
• Identify and refer children requiring specialized MHPSS services.
• Monitor children's psychosocial well-being through case management.

Documentation and reporting

• Maintain complete and confidential case files and databases.
• Document assessments, case plans, referrals, follow-up, reviews and closures.
• Ensure responsible data protection and need-to-know information sharing.
• Prepare timely case management and activity reports and contribute to analysis of

emerging protection risks.

Community engagement and coordination

• Support child protection awareness and prevention activities.
• Strengthen community-based child protection mechanisms and referral pathways.
• Work closely with CP, GBV, PSS, CFS, health and other relevant teams.
• Participate in case conferences and service mapping.

Safeguarding and professional conduct

• Comply with safeguarding policies, Code of Conduct and professional standards.
• Maintain confidentiality and professional boundaries.
• Apply best interests, child participation, informed consent/assent, non-discrimination and

do-no-harm principles.

• Report safeguarding concerns through established mechanisms and ensure inclusive

services for children with disabilities

About Marka

Somalia is located in the Horn of Africa and has a growing job market, particularly in the humanitarian, development, and private sectors. Major employment hubs include Mogadishu, Hargeisa, Garowe, Baidoa, and Kismayo, with opportunities from international NGOs, UN agencies, government institutions, and an expanding private sector.

Ereyada Soomaaliga (Somali Keywords): Shaqo Buuxda • Shaqo Cusub

QUALIFICATIONS

AND EXPERIENCE

• Bachelor’s degree in social work, psychology, Sociology, Social Sciences, Child

Protection, Community Development or a related field.

• Minimum 2–3 years of relevant experience in GBV, Child protection, social work or case

management.

• Demonstrated experience in GBV, Child Protection case management, assessment, case

planning, referrals, follow-up and case closure.

• Experience working with UASC, vulnerable children, families and communities in

humanitarian settings is highly desirable.

• Experience with NGOs/INGOs, community-based protection structures and UN-supported

programmes is an advantage.

CORE COMPETENCIES

• Technical: Child protection case management, child-friendly interviewing, risk

assessment, case planning, safe referrals, family strengthening, UASC response, basic

PSS/PFA, safeguarding, documentation and information management, child rights and

humanitarian protection standards.

• Behavioural: Strong communication, empathy, active listening, teamwork, problemsolving, sound judgment, confidentiality, integrity, accountability, adaptability, professional

boundaries and commitment to safeguarding.

Skills and Competencies

● Strong understanding of survivor-centred and child-centred approaches, confidentiality,

and informed consent/assent principles.

● Excellent interpersonal, facilitation, and training skills, with the ability to engage

sensitively with survivors, children, and community stakeholders.

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● Strong written and verbal communication skills, including report writing.

● Ability to build and maintain effective referral networks and partnerships with local

service providers and authorities.

● Strong organizational skills and ability to manage sensitive information with discretion.

● Cultural sensitivity and demonstrated commitment to gender equality, child rights, and

inclusion.

● Fluency in Somali and English (spoken and written) required.

Safeguarding Commitment

SOS Children’s villages in Somalia is committed to preventing any type of unwanted

behaviour at work, including sexual harassment, exploitation and abuse, lack of

integrity, and financial misconduct, and to promoting the welfare of children, young

people, and vulnerable adults. SOS Children’s villages in Somalia expects all staff and

volunteers to share this commitment through our code of conduct. We place a high

priority on ensuring that only those who are suitable to work with children and

vulnerable adults are recruited to work for us. This position is subject to a range of

vetting checks, including criminal background and reference checks.

Application Procedure:

Interested applicants should send their applications with a CV and scanned

copies of your academic and professional certificates indicating telephone

numbers and three referees to: this link: Indicating with the subject line of the

position.

The closing date is. 15th September 2026.

Competent Female candidates are Highly encouraged to apply.

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

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