Uganda: Volunteer social worker - Refugee Law Project

The Refugee Law Project, Faculty of Law, Makerere University is announcing the vacancy of volunteer Social worker in its Legal Aid and Counselling Department.

Description
The Volunteer Social Worker will work within the legal aid and counselling department and report to the SGBV Officer with the following duties:
• Assist in developing and implementing the client care and communication.
• Assist in researching and preparation of reports.
• Assist in designing managing and growing the client database.
• Managing referrals and making follow-ups.
• Perform other duties as required.

Qualifications.
• A Degree in a relevant field.
• Knowledge of contemporary issues on sexual and gender based violence.
• Knowledge of refugee experiences.
• Experience in working in programs for GBV/SGBV
• Knowledge of French and/or Swahili is essential
• Strategic thinking and planning ability.
• Excellent operational, organizational and communication skills.
• Team work
• Strong computer skills.

Applicants must submit an application letter, curriculum vitae, copies of relevant academic documents to:
The Finance & Administration Manager,
The Refugee Law Project, Faculty of Law, MUK
Plot No. 9 Perryman Gardens (Opp. Old Kampala Primary School) Old Kampala P. O. Box 33903, Kampala Email applications should be sent to [email][email protected] Deadline for receipt of applications is 12.00 Noon EAT 23rd January 2009.