Cash for Protection Assistant - FOR NATIONAL CANDIDATES ONLY

Major responsibilities of the Cash assistant are listed below:
-    Act as a focal point for receiving CASH for protection referrals of individuals and families identified by front-liners; 
-    Conduct household visits to assess the needs of referred individuals and families, and assess their eligibility for protection cash assistance linked to education outcomes; 
-    Ensure complete and updated documentation related to each individual case; 
-    Discuss selected cases’ eligibility with Protection and Cash Team leader; 
-    Regular update of program database, manage, file and store data, ensuring confidentiality of information collected/services provided; 
-    Ensure efficient communication and coordination with IRC different sectors field teams. 
-    Participate in weekly meetings, prepare and submit weekly and monthly work plans in a timely manner to Protection and Cash team leader; 
-    Conduct short term outcomes of assisted cases on time.

Job Requirements: 
Work Experience: 
-    At least 2 years of experience in conducting field assessments and/or case management. 
-    Experience working with refugee population preferred. 
-    Preferable cash programs experience.

Demonstrated Skills and Competencies: 
-    Ability to maintain confidentiality, respect, non-discrimination and safety of clients at all times.
-    Excellent interpersonal and problem-solving skills, creativity and flexibility.
-    Ability to work autonomously, take initiative and responsibly escalate issues.
-    Strong team spirit, comfortable in a multi-cultural environment.
-    Flexibility in working overtime when needed and ability to handle pressure well.
-    Good computer skills (Microsoft Word and Excel). 

Education:  Bachelor/Degree in Social work, Counseling, Psychology or other related field
Language Skills: Arabic fluency required, ability to communicate and write clearly in English strongly preferred  
Certificates or Licenses: