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FORUM FOR AFRICAN WOMEN EDUCATIONALISTS OF ZAMBIA (FAWEZA)

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The Forum for African Women Educationalists of Zambia (FAWEZA) is a membership based – Gender Justice Organisation with the aim of promoting access to quality inclusive education especially for women and girls.

FAWEZA is currently seeking to recruit individuals to implement a new project in various positions.

JOB DESCRIPTIONS

Position 4: GBV Counselors x2

Department: Programmes
Location: Lundazi and Petauke
Reports to: Senior Programmes Officer

Employment period: 1 year, renewable subject to performance

Key responsibilities and tasks

Provide Emotional and Mental Health Support.
Assess the emotional and mental well-being of Clients and provide appropriate counseling and support.
Referral and Follow-up
Identify families in need of additional mental health support beyond the scope of initial counseling.
Assist in Data Collection
Employ sensitivity and empathy during the data collection process, understanding the delicate nature of the circumstances.
Offer guidance and counseling to families when need arises
Participate in local and full team meetings and case reviews to discuss findings, identify areas for improvement, and develop strategies for enhancing support services for clients and their families
Maintain accurate and detailed records of all interactions, assessments, and findings related to death scene investigations and trauma outreach activities
Ensure confidentiality and privacy of sensitive information collected during investigations and home visits, adhering to established protocols and regulations
Prepare comprehensive reports summarizing findings, recommendations, and follow-up actions for each case, contributing to ongoing data collection and analysis efforts.

Qualifications and competencies

Diploma in Counseling, Psychology, Social Work, or a related field.
Certification or licensure as a counselor
Experience in grief counseling or trauma-informed care preferred.
Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
Ability to work sensitively with individuals and families experiencing grief and loss.
Strong organizational skills and attention to detail
Willingness to adhere to established protocols and guidelines for data collection and assessment

Requirements:

The Safe House counselor is a part-time job and the officers will be required to report for work 3 days a week.

HOW TO APPLY

Interested applicants should send their cover letters and CVs demonstrating suitability for employment with three traceable referees not later than 26th July 2024 to: [email protected] or [email protected] addressed to The Executive Director, FAWEZA National Secretariat, Plot 6680 Chiwalamabwe Road, P.O. Box 37695, Lusaka. Applications should be sent by EMAIL ONLY. At this stage DO NOT attach academic qualifications.
FAWEZA is an equal-opportunity employer and value diversity in our workforce. We encourage applicants of all backgrounds to apply. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted for further consideration. We appreciate your interest in joining our team!