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Latest Jobs in Nigeria at The TAMAR Sexual Assault Referral Centre (SARC), March 2014


The TAMAR Sexual Assault Referral Centre (SARC) is a gender justice responsive project supported by Justice for All (J4A) Programme of the Department for International Development (DFID),
UK to provide holistic and high quality medical and psychosocial services to victims and survivors of sexual assault in Enugu State.

We are recruiting to fill the position of:

Job Position: Centre Manager
Location:
Enugu
Responsibilities

  • Ensure the effective day-to-day administration of the Centre in consultation with project managing organization/team.
  • Provide guidance and oversight to all services provided to clients and their families at the Centre. This includes helping to ensure that international best practices are observed in all aspects of service delivery which includes confidentiality, informed consent providing relevant information, respecting clients' choices, and so forth, and other best practices in responding to clients.
  • Flexible to other assigned tasks relevant for the sustainability of the Centre.
  • Provide overall line management of the Centre staff and oversight of all operational, administrative and financial activities for effective management of the Centre.
  • Prepare regular quality reports, briefs and presentation on activities of the Centre to the managing organization.
  • Represent the Centre at all required meetings and related events.
Qualifications, Experience, Skills
  • University Degree, preferably in social services, social work, gender, community development, or related fields. A Masters degree will be an advantage.
  • Ability to work independently, multi-task. and take initiative, but also able to delegate responsibilities, hamess team efforts, and lead teams successfully in stressful and sometimes chaotic situations.
  • Strong communication skills and ability to engage with different groups and stakeholders in strengthening referral pathways and coordination, and raising awareness about gender based violence and the Centre.
  • Possess the ability to produce quality reports, manage data and information.
  • Excellent computer skills, including the ability to operate spread sheets and other programs (Word, Excel, Power point, etc.).
  • At least 5years experience in managing an office or service delivery agency. This includes experience in managing the financial, logistical and administrative aspects.
  • Demonstrated knowledge and understanding of gender-based violence, and the principles of providing
  • quality service delivery for GBV clients.
 Job Position: Nurse/Midwife
Location:
Enugu
Responsibilities
  • Provide all immediate assessments, treatment and health care to clients as needed and requested.
  • Provide follow-up medical care, treatment and support as needed.
  • Assist the contracted doctors with conducting medical/forensic examinations as needed and requested by the client.
  • Assist with any other medical follow up that may be required for legal procedures, and help ensure that medical certificates are delivered to the appropriate agencies in a timely manner.
  • Help refer and support clients to access additional health care that may not be provided at the Centre, such as family planning services, other medical care, etc.
  • Manage and oversee the centre pharmacy and medical supplies.
Qualifications, Experience, Skills
  • A degree in nursing/midwifery or similar professional qualification but candidates must be registered
  • nurse and/or midwife qualified to practice in Nigeria.
  • At least 3 years experience in the direct provision of examinations, treatment, and care services to women and children including clients of sexual assault, domestic violence, and other forms of gender-based violence.
  • Demonstrated knowledge and/or practical experience in health and medical issues pertaining to gender based violence response, and in the provision of appropriate care for clients.
  • Experience engaging constructively with diverse groups of stakeholders at all levels in a participatory, inclusive manner to address issues that may be viewed as sensitive or controversial with respect to traditional socio-cultural beliefs and practices.
Job Position: Counsellor
Location:
Enugu
Responsibilities
  • Provide quality assessment, case management, counselling, referral and follow up services at all times to clients.
  • Provide initial crisis intervention counselling to clients as requested and needed.
  • Provide support to the client during medical examinations and other procedures as requested.
  • Work with the client to develop a plan for her next steps that is in line with her own choices, available options, and existing situation,
  • Provide basic support and guidance to family members to help them provide ongoing support to the clients at home and during the recovery process, according to the situation.
  • Provide support where feasible to clients requesting support for legal follow up.
  • Conduct follow up with relevant service providers to which referrals were made.
  • Help to monitor quality of service provision through regular feedback from clients and their families on services provided through feedback session, surveys, and other activities.
Qualifications, Experience, Skills
  • A university degree in counselling, psychology, social sciences or related field
  • At least 3 years experience in the direct provision of counselling or psychosocial support services to clients of gender-based violence, or alternatively adults & children in similar circumstances.
  • Demonstrated knowledge of and ability to apply the principles of providing quality service delivery for clients of gender-based violence in various settings and circumstances.
  • Experience engaging constructively with diverse groups of stakeholders at all levels in a participatory, inclusive manner to address issues that may be viewed as sensitive or controversial with respect to traditional socio-cultural beliefs and practices.
  • Excellent listening and observation skills; ability to create a space of trust, support, respect, and confidentiality with clients of all ages and backgrounds.
  • Strong communication skills and ability to engage with different groups and stakeholders in strengthening referral pathways and coordination, and raising awareness about GBV.
  • Basic computer skills (word, excel, email, etc.).
Job Position: Accounts Officer
Location:
Enugu
Qualifications, Experience, Skills
  • Degree/Higher National Diploma in Accounting.
  • Candidates must be computer literate in MS Word, Excel and other relevant accounting.
  • Working knowledge of Quick Book will be an advantage.
  • Minimum relevant working experience 3 years.
Job Position: Receptionist
Location:
Enugu
Qualifications and Experience
  • Candidates must have Secondary School Certificate.
  • At least 3 years experience as a receptionist in a service oriented organization.
  • Awareness and knowledge about gender based violence and impact on victims.
  • Ability to empathize, pleasant personality and good communication skills.
Job Position: Driver
Location:
Enugu
Qualifications and Experience
  • 5 years experience as a professional driver.
  • A valid drivers' license is compulsory.
  • Ability to read and write.
  • At least a secondary school Level education.
Job Position: Security Officer
Location:
Enugu
Qualifications and Experience
  • Must have at least a secondary school certificate.
  • Previous experience in same position is added advantage.
Job Position: Cleaner
Location:
Enugu
Qualifications and Experience
  • Must have at least a first school leaving certificate.
  • Must be hardworking.
  • Willing to work in hospital environment.

How To Apply
Interested candidates should submit a letter of intent stating expected salary, with CV and copies of credentials attached in word document or PDF to: [email protected]

Note: Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted for job interview and successful candidates should be ready to start work immediately.

Application Deadline 6th March, 2014.