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The opportunity – Social Worker seconded to Center for Social Work Kale – 1 position, based in KALESIJA Bosnia and Herzegovina – NATIONAL POST ONLY
As a member of Save the Children Outreach Team for provision of support and assistance to refugee and migrant children, Guardian for UASC will be assigned to support the Centre for Social Work Kalesija in provision of protection, support and assistance to unaccompanied and separated children identified at the territory of this city. As a member of a multidisciplinary team Guardian for UASC will be managing a caseload, undertaking statutory social work duties focusing on completion of accurate assessment, identification of potential risk and ensuring the best interest of unaccompanied and separated children with whom he/she will be working for.
In order to be successful, you will bring/have: 

•    University degree in social sciences or relevant; 
•    A minimum of 1 years of relevant experience working with children/adolescents and their families required;
•    Thorough understanding on children’s needs and child development in difficult circumstances;
•    Understanding of child protection system – national, cantonal and preferably protection system functioning in emergencies – case management and referral pathways for children at risk;
•    Ability to work under pressure, to manage and prioritise competing demands and to meet strict deadlines with quality outputs; 
•    Ability and willingness to change work practices and hours;
•    Excellent interpersonal and communication skills; 
•    Fluency in written and spoken in B/H/S languages, knowledge of English language;
•    Strong computer skills;
•    Valid Driver’s license and willingness to undertake intensive driving within Una-Sana Canton; 
•    Commitment to the aims and principles of Save the Children, the organisational mandate and child safeguarding

We offer a competitive package in the context of the sector. This role is offered on the basis of national terms and conditions only. 

The Organisation
We employ approximately 25,000 people across the globe and work on the ground in over 100 countries to help children affected by crises, or those that need better healthcare, education and child protection. We also campaign and advocate at the highest levels to realise the right of children and to ensure their voices are heard.  

We are working towards three breakthroughs in how the world treats children by 2030:
•    No child dies from preventable causes before their 5th birthday 
•    All children learn from a quality basic education and that,
•    Violence against children is no longer tolerated 

We know that great people make a great organization, and that our employees play a crucial role in helping us achieve our ambitions for children.  We value our people and offer a meaningful and rewarding career, along with a collaborative and inclusive environment where ambition, creativity, and integrity are highly valued. 

Application Information:
Please attach a copy of your CV and cover letter with your application, and include details of your current remuneration and salary expectations.  A copy of the full role profile can be found at https://nwb.savethechildren.net/careers

We need to keep children safe so our selection process, which includes rigorous background checks, reflects our commitment to the protection of children from abuse.

All employees are expected to carry out their duties in accordance with our global anti-harassment policy.

While we thank all the applicants, only shortlisted ones will be contacted. 

Save the Children does not charge a fee at any stage of the recruitment process.
 

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