Restoring Family Links (RFL) at SRCS, Mogadishu, Somalia

Somali Red Crescent Society (SRCS)

Restoring Family Links (RFL) at SRCS, Mogadishu, Somalia

POSITION: RFL Assistant

Department: Restoring Family Links (RFL)

Location: Mogadishu

Reporting to: Branch RFL officer.

Grade: Band 4

Ururka Bisha Cas (SRCS)

ANNUAL ORT

The Somali Red Crescent Society (SRCS) is an independent, non-political humanitarian organization that was founded in April 1963 and was established with presidential decree No. 187 in 1965. It was then recognized by the ICRC in 1969 and, in the same year, became a member of the International Federation of the Red Cross and the Red Crescent societies.

The Somali Red Crescent Society is currently looking for a qualified candidate to fill the vacant position of RFL Assistant based in Mogadishu.

Job Purpose

Support the RFL officer in the filling and management of the tracing caseload and the compilation of the related statistics in the region.

Duties and responsibilities:

General Duties

  • Understand the three components of the Red Cross/Red Crescent Movement.
  • Respect and observe the staff regulations of the SRCS.
  • Be aware of the SRCS objectives and activities.
  • Be prepared to perform duties and tasks not explicitly covered in this job description and provide support to other departments when necessary.

Main responsibility

  • Contribute towards the development and scoping of the RFL project, tracking progress using appropriate RFL tools and techniques under the support of the RFL Officer.

Main tasks

  1. Register and process incoming RFL cases, maintaining proper files and a systematic approach to follow up on the received caseload.
  2. Collect and distribute RCMs, BBC forms, TCs, Safe and Well messages, etc., in a timely manner, prioritizing cases related to vulnerable individuals, such as minors, and ensuring all necessary information is included.
  3. Conduct searches for tracing cases without delay, including periodic follow-ups and re-contact with inquirers when necessary.
  4. Conduct regular monthly field trips to the region to collect and deliver RFL services.
  5. Supervise active volunteers delivering services, coordinating their trips, advising on priority cases, and providing necessary coaching/training on RFL services and tools.
  6. If a phone service is provided in the region, coordinate with volunteers on the schedule and priorities of this service and supervise the overall activity.
  7. Provide timely reporting to the RFL officer on activities undertaken, resources used, and statistics.
  8. Submit all financial documents in a timely manner.
  9. Communicate regularly with the RFL Officer regarding the RFL program in the region and inform him of any events, situations, and problems that might impact the delivery of services.
  10. Undertake any other work-related activities requested by the RFL Coordinator and/or the Branch Secretary.

Additional Responsibilities:

  • Assist in the data collection, compilation, and analysis of data relative to the RFL Mogadishu branch under the jurisdiction of the RFL officer.
  • Coordinate and schedule RFL volunteers’ team meetings, as well as updates and support meetings with RFL officers.
  • Supervise the RFL volunteers at the field level and assist them in their day-to-day activities.
  • Provide support in the execution of activities and in monitoring the execution of RFL work at the Mogadishu branch.

Essential Qualifications:

Relevant bachelor’s degree.

Secondary school or diploma leaving certificate.

Good command of the Somali language, both written and verbal.

Good communication skills in the English language with good handwriting.

Good interpersonal communication within the community

Work Experience:

  • Experience of a minimum of 2 years of work in social service
  • Being SRCS RFL volunteer is considered an added value.

How to apply

Interested candidates are encouraged to send their updated CV, cover letter, and copy of their certificates to: hr.srcs@yahoo.com.

Deadline for Applications: March 25, 2024

Only short-listed candidates will be contacted.

 

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