Youth and Livelihood Officer

The International Rescue Committee (IRC) coordinates the provision of services across a broad spectrum of sectors in Kigoma Region, Tanzania.  This position is responsible for supporting the Youth Livelihoods & Development activities in Nyarugusu refugee camp in Kasulu District. This position reports to the Youth Livelihoods & Development Supervisor (YLD-S) and assists with the supervision of refugee incentive staff.

IRC seeks to recruit qualified, energetic and committed candidates to fill the following position:

Position:                    Youth and Livelihood Officer

Location:                    Nyarugusu Camp, Kasulu

Reporting to:               Youth Livelihoods and Development Supervisor

Specific duties:

·         Support the YLD-S in the management and implementation of youth livelihoods and development activities in Nyarugusu refugee camp

·         Support the YLD-S to identify social needs and problems of vulnerable youth and identify appropriate responses. Support cultural, sports and recreational activities for youth in camps, in collaboration with incentive staff and community groups.

·         Lead the introduction of sports aimed to target female participation, including community awareness raising on the issue.

·         Support youth activities with particular focus on ASRH and HIV/AIDs issues, liaising with Health IP in the camp and IRC's GBV sector as appropriate.

·         Support the implementation of livelihoods programs for the youth population.

·         Support UAM and Separated Children who are transitioning from childhood to adulthood.

·         Support community accountability structures, advocacy and awareness raising activities, including meetings, trainings and campaigns.

·         Prepare work plans, proposals and monthly/donor reports in collaboration with the YLD-S and/or other programs staff as requested.

Requirements:

·         Diploma in social work or relevant social science with at least 1 years relevant work experience; OR at least 3 years relevant work experience.

·         Experience working with children and youth, and especially vulnerable youth desirable.

·         Basic IT skills: knowledge of MS Word; Excel and Outlook required

·         Swahili and basic English skills required.  French a plus.

How to apply:

Applications for the position must include:

      i.        A cover letter illustrating your suitability for the position against the listed requirements.

     ii.        Detailed curriculum vitae showing contact address, email, and day-time mobile phone number(s) and three (3) referees, ONE being your last employer.

    iii.        ONLY copies of academic and professional certificates.

All applications should be sent to:

Snr Human Resources Manager

International Rescue Committee

P. O. Box 259

Kasulu

Email: Joel.Bitwale@rescue.org

Applications will be considered valid if sent/received before 1700hrs Friday, November 21^st 2014. Please note that only short-listed applicants meeting the above requirements will be contacted. Qualified women are strongly encouraged to apply.