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Case Management Officers (x3)

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Job Description

Bantwana Zimbabwe (BZ) is seeking experienced candidate(s) for the role of Case Management Officer(s) for a USAID-funded project to reduce the vulnerability of orphans and vulnerable children (OVC), and adolescent girls and young women (AGYW) to HIV and GBV. BZ is a leader in the development of high quality, comprehensive OVC service delivery in high HIV prevalence districts in Zimbabwe. BZ brings a significant track record of excellence and innovation in improving access to and quality of integrated OVC care and support, with a particular focus on strengthening coordination and layering of care, protection and support services across the HIV continuum of response, for vulnerable children and their caregivers at community, district, provincial and national levels.
The Case Management Officer(s) is responsible for overseeing all case management activities using the National Case Management System, working as part of a team with other district stakeholders.

Duties and Responsibilities

Lead the case management process of identifying, assessing, planning, referring and tracking referrals and monitoring the delivery of services in a timely, context-sensitive, individualized and family-centred manner to check on progress towards graduation.
Build the resiliency of families and children affected by HIV so that they can meet their health, economic, education, and social development needs.
Supervise and coordinate case management activities conducted by community cadres.
Work with the Department of Social Development and other stakeholders in providing comprehensive case management services, ensuring the child’s future safety, wellness and general welfare risks are managed.
Ensure quality services are provided and minimum standards are maintained guided by the case management SOP.
Support the effective implementation of program activities including the development of work plans and timely reporting.
Ensure accurate records of all correspondence & activities are maintained, including individual case records, in accordance with the case management protocol.

Qualifications and Experience

A degree in Social Work.
A masters’ degree will be an added advantage.
Registration with the Council of Social Workers is a must.
Experience in implementing case management activities is a must.
At least 2 years’ experience of working with OVCs and PEPFAR priority populations.
Previous experience in the NGO sector working in a USAID funded project is an added advantage.
Strong networking and advocacy skills.
Good communication skills and ability to communicate in the local and national languages.
Computer skills with expertise in PowerPoint, Word, Excel

How to Apply

To apply for these positions, please follow https://forms.gle/sTpdySTFkYtwgiKa9. BZ is an equal opportunity employer. The application deadline is 10 October 2022. Due to the anticipated high volume of applications, only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

BZ actively upholds the right of every individual and group within our community to be treated with dignity and respect. We are committed to a strict zero tolerance policy on any discrimination, harassment or bullying regarding sexual conduct, race, sex, disability and gender.