The
International Rescue Committee (IRC) coordinates the provision of services
across a broad spectrum of sectors in Kigoma Region, Tanzania. This position is responsible for supporting the
Youth Livelihoods & Development activities in Nyarugusu refugee camp in
Kasulu District. This position reports to the Youth Livelihoods &
Development Supervisor (YLD-S) and assists with the supervision of refugee
incentive staff.
IRC
seeks to recruit qualified, energetic and committed candidates to fill the
following position:
Position: Youth and Livelihood
Officer
Location: Nyarugusu Camp, Kasulu
Reporting to: Youth
Livelihoods and Development Supervisor
Specific
duties:
·
Support
the YLD-S in the management and implementation of youth livelihoods and
development activities in Nyarugusu refugee camp
·
Support
the YLD-S to identify social needs and problems of vulnerable youth and
identify appropriate responses. Support cultural, sports and recreational
activities for youth in camps, in collaboration with incentive staff and
community groups.
·
Lead
the introduction of sports aimed to target female participation, including
community awareness raising on the issue.
·
Support
youth activities with particular focus on ASRH and HIV/AIDs issues, liaising
with Health IP in the camp and IRC’s GBV sector as appropriate.
·
Support
the implementation of livelihoods programs for the youth population.
·
Support
UAM and Separated Children who are transitioning from childhood to adulthood.
·
Support
community accountability structures, advocacy and awareness raising activities,
including meetings, trainings and campaigns.
·
Prepare
work plans, proposals and monthly/donor reports in collaboration with the YLD-S
and/or other programs staff as requested.
Requirements:
·
Diploma
in social work or relevant social science with at least 1 years relevant work
experience; OR at least 3 years relevant work experience.
·
Experience
working with children and youth, and especially vulnerable youth desirable.
·
Basic
IT skills: knowledge of MS Word; Excel and Outlook required
·
Swahili
and basic English skills required.
French a plus.
How to apply:
Applications
for the position must include:
i.
A
cover letter illustrating your suitability for the position against the listed
requirements.
ii.
Detailed
curriculum vitae showing contact address, email, and day-time mobile phone
number(s) and three (3) referees, ONE being your last employer.
iii.
ONLY
copies of academic and professional certificates.
All
applications should be sent to:
Snr
Human Resources Manager
International
Rescue Committee
P.
O. Box 259
Kasulu
Email:
Joel.Bitwale@rescue.org
Applications
will be considered valid if sent/received before 1700hrs Friday, November 21st 2014. Please note that
only short-listed applicants meeting the above requirements will be contacted.
Qualified women are strongly encouraged to apply.
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