JOB PURPOSE
The Child Protection Case Worker is responsible for providing direct support and case management services to vulnerable children and their families. This role involves assessing child protection needs, developing and implementing case plans, offering psychosocial support, advocating for children’s rights, and coordinating with relevant agencies to ensure the safety and well-being of children.
RESPONSIBILITIES
- Conduct comprehensive assessments of children and families to identify protection needs and risks.
- Develop individualized case plans aimed at safeguarding children and supporting family reunification or alternative care arrangements.
- Provide psychosocial support, counselling, and guidance to children and caregivers.
- Conduct community outreach and awareness campaigns on child protection key issues.
- Monitor and review case progress regularly, adjusting interventions as needed.
- Advocate for children’s rights and ensure compliance with child protection policies and standards.
- Facilitate referrals to appropriate services such as health, education, legal aid, and psychosocial support.
- Maintain accurate and confidential case records in accordance with organizational policies.
- Collaborate with government agencies, NGOs, community leaders, and other stakeholders.
- Participate in training and capacity-building activities related to child protection.
- Support capacity-building activities for community members including community volunteers
- Assist in preparing reports, documentation, and case studies as required.
- Ensure adherence to child safeguarding policies and ethical standards.
- Perform any other duties as assigned by the supervisor.
POSITION REQUIREMENTS
- Minimum of Diploma or Bachelor’s Degree in Social Work, Psychology, Sociology, and other social science related field.
- Proven 2 years’ experience working with vulnerable children and families, preferably in a humanitarian or northwest community setting.
- Strong understanding of child protection principles, child rights, and safeguarding policies.
- Strong experience in Child protection case management services
- Excellent communication, interpersonal, and advocacy skills.
- Ability to work independently and as part of a multidisciplinary team.
- Fluency in English and local language (Hausa) will be an advantage.
- Proficiency in documentation and case management software.
- Proficiency in MS Office Suite, CPIMS and data management.
- Qualified and experience female candidate are encouraged to apply.
How to apply
Interested candidates should complete this Form and attach their CV with Cover Letter following this format “Surname_ Position you applied for”.
ONLY applicants whose competencies meet the requirements of the position will be contacted.
Application Deadline: apply not later than Thursday, 18th September, 2025 at 12:00 PM.
INTERSOS is committed to achieving workforce diversity in terms of gender, nationality, and culture. Individuals from minority groups, indigenous groups, and persons with disabilities are equally encouraged to apply.
Please note: Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis. INTERSOS reserves the right to close the advertisement before the stated closing date if a suitable candidate is identified.
INTERSOS has a PSEA Policy that the successful candidate will be expected to comply with and promote.
For more information about INTERSOS, go to https://www.intersos.org/en/what-we-do/nigeria/
