Case Worker – Child Protection at International Rescue Committee (IRC) – Uganda HYBRID
Recruiter: International Rescue Committee (IRC)
About International Rescue Committee (IRC)
International Rescue Committee (IRC) is part of the United Nations system, working to promote international cooperation and address global challenges. As a UN entity, it contributes to the organization’s mission of maintaining international peace and security, developing friendly relations among nations, and promoting international cooperation in solving international problems and encouraging respect for human rights.
Job Summary
This position offers an opportunity to contribute to administrative management within International Rescue Committee (IRC)’s important work in international cooperation and sustainable development. Working in Uganda, you will collaborate with international colleagues and partners to address global challenges and promote sustainable development. This role provides an excellent opportunity for professional growth while making a meaningful contribution to international cooperation and global peace and security.
Full Job Description
The International Rescue Committee (IRC) responds to the world’s worst humanitarian crises, helping to restore health, safety, education, economic wellbeing, and power to people devastated by conflict and disaster. Founded in 1933 at the call of Albert Einstein, the IRC is one of the world’s largest international humanitarian non-governmental organizations (INGO), at work in more than 40 countries and 29 U.S. cities helping people to survive, reclaim control of their future and strengthen their communities. A force for humanity, IRC employees deliver lasting impact by restoring safety, dignity and hope to millions. If you’re a solutions-driven, passionate change-maker, come join us in positively impacting the lives of millions of people world-wide for a better future. Due to a new funding opportunity, the International Rescue Committee (IRC) seeks to recruit suitable candidates to implement a potential humanitarian response that is expected to focus on addressing urgent protection and multisector needs in areas classified as highseverity humanitarian contexts, where newly arrived and existing refugee populations continue to face significant protection risks. The planned intervention will prioritize rapid, lifesaving activities targeting vulnerable individuals and households and will be implemented across Kiryandongo, Palorinya, Palabek, and Adjumani refugee settlements. SCOPE OF WORK: The purpose of this job is to support the timely and quality implementation of Child Protection (CP) interventions within the respective settlements. Engagement will be at household, community, zones, parish, sub-county, and district levels. This role requires the staff to have good communication abilities, networking and collaboration abilities, training abilities for communities especially children. Core to the role are skills to raise awareness for prevention and response to child rights violations and the ability to link affected children to services in time, and documentation of on-the-ground experiences and emerging issues in child protection. Key responsibilities: Case Management Conduct BIP for high-priority cases (BIA, BIDs, case planning and implementation, case closures) Ensure 100% utilization of ProGres version 4. (BIAs, BID, Interventions, & closure) Support referrals of high-priority cases. Coordinate and facilitate family tracing and reunification (FTR) with the responsible partner. Initiate, plan and present cases during the case conferences Provision of Case-by-case to high-priority cases. Facilitate cases for specialized services Filing case management tools Ensure community structures have the required case management tools like monitoring forms, low priority log books and referrals Respond to emerging cases raised through FRRM and other toll free line Effective project implementation Prepare concepts notes, and submit them within the agreed timeframes. Develop work plans for activity implementation Prepare and submit monthly payment requisitions for Community structures stipends within the first week of every new month with all required attachments Prepare and submit all payment requisitions for activities conducted within the set timelines and processes. Prepare and file accountability documents (attendance lists, acknowledgement forms and reports) Provide technical oversight to community-based child protection systems, children groups and stakeholders in advocating for child protection, participation Capacity Building and System Strengthening Train community structures on child protection, BIP, CP minimum standards, peace building activities, PSS, PSEA and safeguarding Conduct periodic alternative background check for community structures Build capacities and mentor community structures on child protection models. Organize and conduct monthly meetings with community structures (CPCs, RWCs, para social workers, volunteers) and children on child protection, positive parenting and child participation Facilitate advocacy forums led by children on issues affecting them. The forums are aimed at awareness creation and sensitization of communities Coordinate with the community structures to ensure effective implementation of activities Reporting, Documentation, and Accountability Develop weekly and activity reports, and submit them to the Child Protection officer and MEAL Identify potential impact stories for documentation and inform the officer and MEAL Collect feedback from the beneficiaries and community structures and submit to the officer and MEAL Update asset register for community assets among others Child-Friendly Space (CFS) Management Provide mentorship and capacity building for Center Management Committees (CMCs) to ensure ownership and sustainability of the centres Supervise CFS implementation as per the agreed minimum standards in emergencies Provide support supervision to the CMCs Ensure caregivers are trained on CFS framework and catalogue Ensure compliance of safeguarding policy in the CFSs Facilitate the process of CFS transition to the community in line with the CFS National transition guidelines. Experience, Education and technical competencies: University degree, preferably in Social work, sociology, law, Human Rights, or related field. 3-5 years of experience in protection programming, including GBV, Child Protection, or Protection Monitoring. Experience working with vulnerable populations, such as Children, refugees, IDPs, returnees and migrants, in displacement settings. Past exposure and experience with integrated Child Protection and operations in humanitarian context. Past experience in working with communities Very strong communication skills Ability to ride a motorcycle. Possess the ability to work with different partners, local authorities, local organizations and NGOs to develop and maintain positive relationships Cross-cultural sensitivity, flexible world view, emotional maturity and physical stamina Ability to maintain performance expectations in diverse cultural contexts, psychological stressful environments and physical hardship conditions with limited resources Ability to cope and deal with stress and work under stressful work conditions is required Strong knowledge of protection principles, safeguarding practices, and durable solutions. Proficiency in designing and delivering training programs for staff and stakeholders. Ability to represent the organization effectively in meetings with local authorities and stakeholders. Strong communication, representation, and people-centered management skills. Ability to work independently with minimal supervision and make sound decisions. NB: This advert will close on 8th March 2026. Applicants are required to specify the locations they would prefer to work across the Kiryandongo, Palorinya, Palabek, and Adjumani refugee settlements PROFESSIONAL STANDARDS All International Rescue Committee workers must adhere to the core values and principles outlined in IRC Way – Standards for Professional Conduct. Our Standards are Integrity, Service, Equality and Accountability. In accordance with these values, the IRC operates and enforces policies on Safeguarding, Conflicts of Interest, Fiscal Integrity, and Reporting Wrongdoing and Protection from Retaliation. IRC is committed to take all necessary preventive measures and create an environment where people feel safe, and to take all necessary actions and corrective measures when harm occurs. IRC builds teams of professionals who promote critical reflection, power sharing, debate, and objectivity to deliver the best possible services to our clients. Cookies: https://careers.rescue.org/us/en/cookiesettings The International Rescue Committee (IRC) helps people whose lives have been shattered by conflict and disaster to survive, recover and rebuild. We are trusted for our ability to reach people in the toughest places, put our clients at the center of everything we do, and – as an evidence-based organization – to relentlessly improve the impact we deliver for those we serve. If youre ready to be part of a team that brings ingenuity, fortitude and optimism to making a lasting impact, we want to hear from you. The IRC Way, our code of conduct, is founded upon our core values of Integrity, Accountability, Service and Equality. These values unite IRC staff around the world and keep our programs firmly directed towards the well-being of our clients while meeting the expectations of our donors as responsible stewards of their resources.
Key Details
- Job Title: Case Worker – Child Protection
- Grade: N/A
- Location: Adjumani, Uganda (Hybrid)
- Department: International Rescue Committee (IRC)
- Contract Type: Professional Staff
- Estimated Salary Range:$70,000 – $120,000 USD annually
Qualifications
- Not specified in the official posting
Skills
- Not specified in the official posting
Benefits
- Competitive compensation package
- Professional development opportunities
- Comprehensive health and wellness benefits
- Inclusive and collaborative work environment
How to Apply
Applications must be submitted through the official UN careers portal. Female candidates and candidates from underrepresented groups are strongly encouraged to apply.
