Gbv Caseworker- Akkar

We are looking for a highly qualified individual with a mind set to achieve success in a humanitarian organization working in a challenging but interesting environment. Who are weThe Danish Refugee Council has worked in Lebanon since September 2004, and the programs have followed the country’s needs and progress. The main focus of today’s efforts in Lebanon is to help the hundreds of thousands of Syrian refugees, who have fled across the border to find protection from the conflict in their homeland. DRC is simultaneously maintaining the efforts toward the vulnerable groups of Palestinian refugees in Lebanon. More than 200.000 Syrian refugees have received assistance from the Danish Refugee Council since the beginning of the crisis.For further information about DRC, please refer to our website: www.drc.dkAbout the jobProviding case management and psychosocial support to women and girls and particularly gender-based violence survivors Duties• Provide age-appropriate counseling for vulnerable adolescent girls and children through the implementation of tools developed for caring for child survivors and in the best interest of the child. • In compliance with best-practice and international standards in GBV response, provide direct psychosocial support for vulnerable women and girls and particularly GBV survivors• Prepare and submit work plans upon Senior caseworker’s validation; • Support the development of age-appropriate and needs-driven recreational, educational and skills-building activities About youTo be successful in this role you must have:• Bachelor/Degree in Social work, Counseling, psychology or other related field;  • Ability to maintain confidentiality, respect, non-discrimination and safety of client at all times; • At least 2 years of experience in counseling survivors of gender-based violence or vulnerable women and girls. Ideally you will also have:• Master degrees in Social work, Counseling, psychology or other related field• Previous experience with international and humanitarian organizations We offerAn interesting job in one of the world’s best NGOs. DRC will offer the successful applicant a 6 months contract, renewable dependent on both funding and performance. You must be available to start work from June 2014 and be willing and able to work in Akkar area.Salary and conditions will be in accordance with Danish Refugee Council’s Terms of Employment for National staff. Basic Salary: 1,385 per month (basic salary). CommitmentsDRC has a Humanitarian Accountability Framework, outlining its global accountability commitments. All staff are required to contribute to the achievement of this framework (http://www.drc.dk/HAF.4265.0.html). Application processInterested? Then apply for this position by clicking on the apply button or go to www.drc.dk and find Current Vacancies.  All applicants should send a cover letter and an updated CV no longer than four pages, both in the same language as the vacancy note. Your CV should also include contact details of three professional referees. Applications close 6th of June 2014. The interviews are expected to take place in the following week.