Job Title : Social Worker
Reports to : Project Coordinator
Habitat For Humanity Lebanon (HFHL) is recruiting a Social Worker based in Hazmieh to be involved in the implementation of Shelter projects for Refugees (Syrian and Palestinians), Lebanese and Affected Populations in Lebanon.
The Social Worker will be in charge of selecting beneficiaries of the shelter project HFH is intending to implement in Lebanon. The Social Worker will also be contributing in organizing campaigns and events related to the shelter component.
Main Tasks
Under the supervision of the Project Coordinator, the Social Worker will:
Participate to the general assessment before starting the rehabilitation work
Outreach activities in collaboration with other staff members in order to identify beneficiaries and to provide information on services available;
Facilitate the participation of all the segments of the target population to the planned activities, notably the most vulnerable ones (refugees, local community, youth, women, elderly, minority members, people with disabilities etc.), ensuring that proper attention is paid to specific emotional and physical needs;
Support in the identification of the most vulnerable families in the area of the project intervention
Conducting vulnerability assessment
Liaising with local communities and government
Be in charge of organizing the community meetings (planning, group…), and mobilizing the community regarding our shelter services
Assist the Project Coordinator in procurement and logistics and all data gathering requirement
Assist the Project Coordinator during the work meetings;
Conduct peer-led focus groups discussions, informal skill training and awareness sessions with children, youth, men and women.
Report daily the problems to the Project Coordinator and provide weekly reports
Be available to participate in meetings and trainings in and outside the office
Assist in any additional tasks assigned by the Project Coordinator and/or the Project Manager in line with the job profile
Qualifications and Competencies: (Knowledge, Skills & Abilities)
A Knowledge of Habitat Vision, Mission, Goals, Values and Mission Principles; Team Player and model of Servant Leadership
A minimum of 3 years of progressively responsible professional experience in the relevant field is required.
Previous working experience in an international NGO (desirable)
Experience in Shelter (emergency and development) program
Good knowledge in Protection issues
Strong observation, analytical and listening skills
Excellent Communication skills
The capacity to understand legal/procedural information and work accordingly
The ability to negotiate/mediate/interpret on behalf of beneficiaries
Proven sense of professional discretion, integrity, and ability to work in an international environment
Respect of confidentiality and data protection protocols
Ability to adapt or change priorities according to the changing situation within a mission or the organization itself;
Well organized;
Compassionate, caring, and non-judgmental personality.
Punctuality and respect for applicable rules and procedures;
Ethical and transparent decision-making
Self-motivation, goal/result-orientation and team work;
Flexibility, tolerance and maturity.
Patience and the ability to remain calm in a crisis
Flexibility to adapt to new roles, tasks and situations
Fluency in written and spoken Arabic and English
Ability to work under pressure and willingness to work flexible hours in the event of major emergencies
Valid Driving License and ability to drive both automatic/manual cars (desirable)
Application Deadline
Organisation
Salary Range
Unpaid Position
Contract Type
Full Time
Application Submission Guidelines
All interested candidates should submit their CV in English to by October 22nd, 2017 to info@hfhlebanon.org
KINDLY QUOTE YOUR NAME AND THE TITLE OF THE VACANCY IN THE SUBJECT OF THE EMAIL.
The selection process will begin as soon as possible after the closing date.
Selected candidates will be invited to an interview at HFHL office in Hazmieh.
If you have not had any response within four weeks after the closing date, please accept that your application has been unsuccessful.
Requires a Cover Letter?
Yes
Education Degree
Bachelor Degree
Education Degree Details
University Degree in Social work or similar qualification
Arabic
Fluent
English
Fluent
Hide guidelines for wrong answers
No