GBV Case Worker - Rhino Camp
2026-05-25T08:22:45+00:00
African Women and Youth Action for Development (AWYAD)
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https://www.afriwyad.org/
FULL_TIME
Rhino Camp
Kampala
00256
Uganda
Professional Services
Social Services & Nonprofit, Protective Services, Human Resources
2026-05-25T17:00:00+00:00
8
Background
African Women and Youth Action for Development (AWYAD) is a national locally led, women, children and youth-focused humanitarian and development organization committed to protecting and empowering women, youth, and children across Uganda. AWYAD implements integrated protection, child protection, gender-based violence (GBV), mental health and psychosocial support (MPSS), education, and livelihoods programmes in refugee settlements and host communities.
AWYAD is seeking qualified, competent, and passionate individuals to fill the following positions across different field locations in Uganda under its Protection Programme.
Key Responsibilities
Provide GBV case management services, psychosocial support, referrals, safety planning, and documentation while ensuring confidentiality and survivor-centered approaches.
Minimum Requirements
Diploma or Bachelor’s degree in Social Work, Gender Studies, Counselling Psychology or related field
Experience Needed
Minimum 2 years’ experience in GBV case management.
Important to note
Read AWYAD’s safeguarding statement, Anti-Corruption and Anti-Bribery Statement and Equal Opportunities and Inclusion Statement before applying
Indicate your preferred location on your application letter.
SAFEGUARDING STATEMENT
AWYAD is fully committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare, dignity, and rights of children, young people, and vulnerable adults. We maintain zero tolerance towards sexual exploitation, abuse, harassment, neglect, and all forms of violence or misconduct. All staff are expected to uphold AWYAD’s safeguarding and protection policies and code of conduct at all times. Successful candidates will undergo rigorous reference checks, background screening, and safeguarding vetting prior to engagement.
ANTI-CORRUPTION & ANTI-BRIBERY STATEMENT
AWYAD maintains zero tolerance towards fraud, corruption, bribery. abuse of office, and misuse of organizational resources. Staff, partners, suppliers, and stakeholders are expected to conduct themselves with integrity, accountability, professionalism, and transparency.
Any form of corruption, bribery, kickbacks, falsification of information, or unethical conduct will lead to disciplinary action, including termination of employment and possible legal action.
EQUAL OPPORTUNITIES & INCLUSION STATEMENT
AWYAD is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion in all its recruitment and employment practices. Qualified candidates are considered regardless of sex, gender, age, disability, ethnicity, religion, marital status, refugee status, or background. Women, youth, persons with disabilities, and individuals from refugee and host communities are strongly encouraged to apply.
AWYAD is committed to creating a respectful, inclusive, and safe working environment for all staff.
- Provide GBV case management services, psychosocial support, referrals, safety planning, and documentation while ensuring confidentiality and survivor-centered approaches.
- GBV case management
- Psychosocial support
- Referrals
- Safety planning
- Documentation
- Confidentiality
- Survivor-centered approaches
- Diploma or Bachelor’s degree in Social Work, Gender Studies, Counselling Psychology or related field
JOB-6a1406d52fdbf
Vacancy title:
GBV Case Worker - Rhino Camp
Jobs at:
African Women and Youth Action for Development (AWYAD)
Deadline of this Job:
Monday, May 25 2026
Duty Station:
Rhino Camp | Kampala
Summary
Date Posted: Monday, May 25 2026, Base Salary: Not Disclosed
JOB DETAILS:
Background
African Women and Youth Action for Development (AWYAD) is a national locally led, women, children and youth-focused humanitarian and development organization committed to protecting and empowering women, youth, and children across Uganda. AWYAD implements integrated protection, child protection, gender-based violence (GBV), mental health and psychosocial support (MPSS), education, and livelihoods programmes in refugee settlements and host communities.
AWYAD is seeking qualified, competent, and passionate individuals to fill the following positions across different field locations in Uganda under its Protection Programme.
Key Responsibilities
Provide GBV case management services, psychosocial support, referrals, safety planning, and documentation while ensuring confidentiality and survivor-centered approaches.
Minimum Requirements
Diploma or Bachelor’s degree in Social Work, Gender Studies, Counselling Psychology or related field
Experience Needed
Minimum 2 years’ experience in GBV case management.
Important to note
Read AWYAD’s safeguarding statement, Anti-Corruption and Anti-Bribery Statement and Equal Opportunities and Inclusion Statement before applying
Indicate your preferred location on your application letter.
SAFEGUARDING STATEMENT
AWYAD is fully committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare, dignity, and rights of children, young people, and vulnerable adults. We maintain zero tolerance towards sexual exploitation, abuse, harassment, neglect, and all forms of violence or misconduct. All staff are expected to uphold AWYAD’s safeguarding and protection policies and code of conduct at all times. Successful candidates will undergo rigorous reference checks, background screening, and safeguarding vetting prior to engagement.
ANTI-CORRUPTION & ANTI-BRIBERY STATEMENT
AWYAD maintains zero tolerance towards fraud, corruption, bribery. abuse of office, and misuse of organizational resources. Staff, partners, suppliers, and stakeholders are expected to conduct themselves with integrity, accountability, professionalism, and transparency.
Any form of corruption, bribery, kickbacks, falsification of information, or unethical conduct will lead to disciplinary action, including termination of employment and possible legal action.
EQUAL OPPORTUNITIES & INCLUSION STATEMENT
AWYAD is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion in all its recruitment and employment practices. Qualified candidates are considered regardless of sex, gender, age, disability, ethnicity, religion, marital status, refugee status, or background. Women, youth, persons with disabilities, and individuals from refugee and host communities are strongly encouraged to apply.
AWYAD is committed to creating a respectful, inclusive, and safe working environment for all staff.
Work Hours: 8
Experience in Months: 12
Level of Education: bachelor degree
Job application procedure
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Indicate your preferred location on your application letter.
Read AWYAD’s safeguarding statement, Anti-Corruption and Anti-Bribery Statement and Equal Opportunities and Inclusion Statement before applying.