Case Management Officer (CMO) at Rafiki-SDO

Jamii Opportunities · 2022-09-13T07:08:49+00:00

Job Title: Case Management Officer (CMO) Duty Station: Bunda TC & Serengeti DC Reporting to: Program Manager Duration: 12 Months / Renewable (full time) Salary: Attractive package Position Summary; The overall purpose of Case Management Officer position is to provide strategic leadership and management of National Integrated Case Management System (NICMS) function at CSO and council level. The job holder will ensure high quality case management services are offered to OVC caregivers and Children and Adolescents living with HIV. Roles & Responsibilities; Oversee Case Worker Coordinators and provide overall leadership for case management activities. Share direct supervision responsibilities of Community Case Workers (CCWs), Lead Case Workers (LCWs) and Community Health Workers (CHWs) with Case Management Coordinators. Disseminate and ensure adherence to case management, child protection, referral and linkages, parenting, and M&E guidance, standard operating procedures (SOPs) and other job-aids that facilitate holistic case management at the household/community levels. Ensure that case management services delivered address the holistic needs of OVC and caregivers including health, nutrition, education, protection, livelihoods, and psycho-social well-being. Conduct quality step-down trainings to Case Management Coordinators and CCWs. Regularly monitor case management activities and use the information to improve case management quality and implementation. Ensure CCWs complete required case management forms and ensure case filing system is developed and maintained. Work in partnership with local government authorities as appropriate, including but not limited to District Executive Directors (DEDs), Council Health Management Teams (CHMTs), District Social Welfare Officers (DSWOs), and Ward-level officials. Create community linkages for broader community engagement of youth and caregivers in case management, child protection, parenting, etc. Map existing community cadres (Community Health Workers, Home-Based Care Workers, Para-Social Workers, etc.) in communities and assist government officials to recruit and select CCWs for the National Integrated Case Management System (NICMS) Training for CCWs. Ensure that all CCWs are oriented to the Child Protection Policy and Code of Conduct; take all cases of child abuse seriously and follow national protocols to ensure timely reporting. Ensure CCWs are coordinating with local structures including health facilities and NPA-VAWC Committees. Lead the development of a service directory for social services (in coordination with the Health and HIV services Officer) in implementation areas; update the directory at least once per quarter. Ensure that Case Management Coordinators are providing continuous mentoring and support to CCWs; directly conduct supportive supervision to Case Management Coordinators and CCWs. Submit timely updates to the Program Manager for inclusion in the quarterly, semi-annual, and annual reports. Document specific case management lessons learned and best practices for experience sharing and replication. Perform any other relevant duties as assigned by the Project Manager. Qualifications; Diploma in Social Work or Public Health. Diploma in Community Development, Community Economic Development (CED), may be considered. Bachelor’s degree or higher, in the above-mentioned fields will be an added advantage. Skills; Strong M&E skills and experience in strategic information. Excellent written and oral communication skills in Swahili and English including excellent training skills in working with adult learner leaners, particularly at the community level. Able and willing to work flexible hours as needed without constantly or close supervision Demonstrate leadership and team building skills. Diplomacy and negotiation skills that demonstrate ability to collaborate coordinate with a range of stakeholders and complex priorities. Experience; At least two (2) years’ experiences in a field position with an organization in public health or OVC programming. Experience in Home Based Care (HBC), National Integrated Case Management Systems (NICMS), PEPFAR OVC/MVC differentiated care of services etc. is preferred. Experienced with PEPFAR 3.0 funded project in Tanzania. Experience implementing program and donor regulations, systems, and procedures. Experience in an Appreciative Inquiry (AI) approach in development and social work. HOW TO APPLY; Submit your application letter to Executive Director, Rafiki-SDO, P.O.BOX 177, MUSOMA. Describing why you are the right candidate for this position, curriculum vitae detailing your experience, copy of educational certificates and three (3) professional referees from previous and current place of employment. Please send the application to ajira@rafikisdo.or.tz, via Postal or by hand at Rafiki-SDO Musoma office located at Bweri near Maduka Tisa. NOTE: For those who applying through email, should indicate the position title in email subject line. Rafiki-SDO will review the applications sent to the official e-mail address, Postal and application which will be submitted to Rafiki-SDO office. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. Deadline for the applications will be on Monday, 19th September 2022, 17:00 Hrs

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Start date Sep 13, 2022
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