GBV Case Worker
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International Rescue Committee (IRC)
- Career category: Programme/ Project design & management
- Job type: Job
- Experience level: 0-5 years
- Organisation type: Civil Society
- Remote option: No
- Right to work requirements: Nationals-only contract
- Remuneration: Not Disclosed
- Work schedule: Full-time
- Length of contract: Temporary/ Fixed-term
- Deadline: 23/11/2025
- Location: Palestine
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.
In Gaza, the IRC is currently scaling up its direct program implementation in protection, with a particular focus on child protection and women’s protection and empowerment / gender-based violence (GBV) programming. IRC’s child protection program in Gaza aims to ensure that girls and boys are protected from and treated for the consequences of violence, abuse, and exploitation, family separation is prevented, and appropriate care is provided in emergencies.
POSITION OVERVIEW
Under the supervision of the WPE Officer, the GBV Caseworker will be responsible for providing high-quality, survivor-centered case management services to women and girls who have experienced or are at risk of gender-based violence (GBV). She will ensure timely and effective responses in line with GBV guiding principles—safety, confidentiality, respect, and non-discrimination and in accordance with the Interagency GBV Case Management Guidelines. The GBV Caseworker will work closely with community-based structures, service providers, and other IRC team members to ensure effective referral pathways and holistic support for survivors
She will work closely with community-based structures, service providers, and other IRC team members to strengthen referral pathways and ensure holistic support for survivors. The Caseworker will also contribute to awareness-raising activities, risk mitigation efforts, and community engagement initiatives aimed at reducing GBV risks and promoting women’s empowerment.
The position will be based in Gaza City, with field visits to surrounding areas as required.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in social work, Psychology, Counselling, Gender Studies, or a related field is Preferred.
- Minimum of 2 years of relevant experience providing direct support to GBV survivors or working in protection or case management within a reputable agency.
- Experience working with survivors of violence, especially in humanitarian or emergency settings, is highly desirable.
- Strong knowledge of GBV principles and case management, with understanding of the dynamics of violence against women and girls and commitment to their protection and empowerment in the Gaza context.
- Familiarity with GBVIMS or other case management and data protection systems is an asset.
- Excellent communication, facilitation, and interpersonal skills, with empathy and cultural sensitivity.
- Demonstrated ability to work in multicultural and challenging environments, handle pressure, prioritize tasks, and maintain attention to detail.
- Strong commitment to gender equality, women’s rights, and empowerment.
- Flexible, motivated, and able to work collaboratively in a team setting.
- Good computer literacy (MS Office) and familiarity with data entry and reporting systems.
- Fluency in Arabic; working knowledge of English is an advantage.
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