Kafika House is a global non-governmental organization located in Arusha, with an additional facility in Karatu, Tanzania. We manage the Kafika House program, which offers a safe and supportive environment for children receiving pre- and post-operative care, as well as rehabilitation for disabilities that can be treated through surgery. These include conditions such as cleft lip and palate, clubfoot, skeletal fluorosis, burn scar contractures, and osteomyelitis. Our vision is that every child in Tanzania should have access to treatment for any disability that can be addressed.
Position: Social work
Kafika House is seeking a compassionate and dedicated part-time social worker to provide supportive counseling to children undergoing treatment for surgically treatable disabilities and their families. The ideal candidate will advocate for a holistic approach to care, working closely with a multidisciplinary team to ensure the well-being of our patients.
Role Responsibilities
- Maintain up-to-date patient records as per government requirements and submit timely reports to the Facility Coordinator.
- Provide supportive and compassionate counseling to patients and their families, guiding them through their treatment journey.
- Collaborate with therapists, nurses, mental health professionals, and other healthcare providers to ensure holistic patient care.
- Support the implementation of Monitoring, Evaluation, and Learning (MEL) tools to track patient progress and program effectiveness.
- Perform any other duties as assigned by the Facility Coordinator.
Education, Skills, and Experience
- Bachelor’s Degree or Advanced Diploma in Social Work, Sociology, Community Development, or a related field from a recognized institution. Registration with the Tanzania Association of Social Workers (TASWO) is an added advantage.
- At least two (2) years of relevant work experience in case management, counseling, or community outreach, preferably in a hospital, NGO, or social welfare setting. Experience working with children, persons with disabilities, or vulnerable groups is highly desirable.
Strong communication skills and a compassionate demeanor. - Ability to work effectively in a team and within a multidisciplinary healthcare environment.
- Time management and organizational skills.
- Reliable, trustworthy, and able to handle sensitive patient information.
- Fluency in Swahili and English (both written and spoken).
- Basic computer literacy (MS Word, Excel, and report writing skills
Are you interested?
If you are passionate about making a difference in healthcare and meet the qualifications above, we encourage you to apply!
To apply, please send your application letter, resume, and education certificate(s) to [email protected] The subject line should indicate the position that you are applying for (e.g Application for Part time Social Worker).
Application deadline: Monday, 24th March 2025
Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.