Job Description
Volunteer: Musasa
Deadline: 31 March 2021
Reporting to: Programme Manager
Background
Musasa is a national NGO that started work in 1988 focusing on Violence against women (VAW). Musasa mainly focuses on direct support to survivors of Gender based violence, public education and awareness raising on Violence Against Women. Musasa is implementing the Pathways Project ensuring that gender is integrated across all project sectors and support community responses to Gender Based Violence (GBV) targeting nine (9) districts in Zimbabwe: Bulawayo, Guruve, Gweru, Harare, Insiza, Lupane, Matobo, Mazowe and Nkayi.
Musasa is therefore inviting candidates for the position of Volunteer to be based in Harare.
NB – This is a temporary volunteer position which will be available for 6 months
Duties and Responsibilities
Duties and Responsibilities
Providing effective and professional counseling to walk in clients to enable them to make informed decisions and solve their problems in the One Stop Centre; Providing telephone counselling via the Toll Free helpline to clients affected by gender based violence and referring them to appropriate service providers; Giving support to clients in court in extreme cases of violence; Rotational night shifts in the Call Centre; Following up clients for extended support; Any other duties as may be assigned by the Departmental Head.
Qualifications and Experience
Qualifications
Diploma in Counselling, Social work or a qualification in Psychology. An additional qualification in Development Studies would be an added advantage; At least 1-year experience in a similar role; Ability to use Microsoft Office; Ability to quickly understand and absorb new topics, issues and disciplines; Ability to work well with partners in a consortium; Ability to speak Shona English and Ndebele.
How to Apply
To apply
Send your application letter and CV with three (3) traceable references to musasaproj@musasa.co.zw or drop hard copies at Musasa Head Office at Number 64 Selous Avenue, Corner 7th Street and Selous Avenue, Harare . Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted
Safeguarding Commitment
Musasa is committed to safeguarding the personal dignity and rights of beneficiaries. Any candidate offered a job with Musasa will be expected to adhere to Musasa’s Safeguarding Policy and conduct themselves in accordance with the provisions of this policy.
