MUSASA is implementing the ‘SafeHaven: Promoting safety and dignity in emergency settings’ project aimed to strengthen protection mechanisms, gender-based violence (GBV) prevention and response efforts in Chimanimani, Gutu, Chiredzi, Mbire, Mangwe and Bulilima districts of Zimbabwe, particularly in the context of emergencies such as drought, climate shocks, and disease outbreaks. Furthermore, the project aims to: mitigate protection risks, prevent GBV, support survivors, and promote a culture of safety, respect, and gender equality within affected districts.
The organisation hereby invites suitable candidates to apply for the post of Field Counsellors that has arisen (in Chimanimani, Gutu, Chiredzi, Mbire, Mangwe and Bulilima districts).
Duties and Responsibilities
• Day to day counselling of survivors of Gender-Based Violence
• Support GBV response through case follow-up and management;
• Group and individual counselling in communities
• Coordinating with partners in the GBV referral pathway
• Information dissemination to surrounding communities about the available services;
• Participating in outreach and demand creation activities that raise awareness on GBV• Attending district meetings as well as coordinating with other project implementing partners in the district.
• Facilitate GBV prevention methodologies like SASA! Gender Action Learning Systems (GALS) and safe spaces.
• Support report writing and documentation
Qualifications and Experience
• Diploma in Counselling / Degree in Social Work.
• An additional qualification in Development Studies would be an added advantage
• At least 2-year experience in a similar role
• Ability to use Microsoft Office. Suite
• Ability to quickly understand and absorb new topics, issues and disciplines.
• Ability to coordinate well with partners in the referral pathway.
