Community Case Worker at Hope and Rural Aid Foundation (HARAF)

Hope and Rural Aid Foundation (HARAF) is a National Non-Profit organization functioning since 2011 but was officially registered under the Corporate Affairs Commission (CAC) of the Federal Government of Nigeria in the year 2016 with registration number RN: CAC/IT/:85536.
Hope and Rural Aid Foundation currently has three field and operational offices in Adamawa, Maiduguri and Yobe states of Nigeria. The organisation works in the Food Security and Livelihood, Protection (Child Protection/Gender based violence), Education and Shelter/ (Camp Coordination and Camp Management) thematic areas.

We are recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Title: Community Case Worker

Location: Madagali LGA, Adamawa
Contract Duration: Short Term (8 Months)

About The Job

• The Community Case Worker is a field-based position responsible for supporting community awareness, trainings, and sensitization activities; identifying vulnerable individuals; conducting follow-ups; facilitating referrals; and supporting case management processes.
• The role works closely with communities and service providers to ensure timely and appropriate support for vulnerable populations.

Key Responsibilities

• Support community awareness, sensitization, and training activities on protection-related issues.
• Identify vulnerable individuals and households through community engagement and referrals.
• Support intake, follow-up, and monitoring of cases under the guidance of the Case Management Officer.
• Facilitate timely referrals to appropriate services in line with established referral pathways.
• Conduct home visits and follow-ups while ensuring confidentiality and survivor-centered principles.
• Support documentation and record-keeping related to case management activities.
• Engage with community leaders and structures to strengthen protection and referral mechanisms.
• Participate in community meetings and coordination activities as required.
• Prepare basic activity reports and submit them to the supervisor.

Qualifications & Experience

• Minimum of OND / NCE; higher qualifications are an advantage.
• At least 1–2 years’ experience in community work, social services, or humanitarian programming.
• Experience working with vulnerable populations is highly desirable.
• Ability to communicate effectively in local language(s) is an advantage.

Required Skills & Competencies:

• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
• Ability to work respectfully within communities.
• Basic understanding of confidentiality and protection principles.
• Willingness to work in remote and field-based locations.
• Ability to work as part of a team.

Application Closing Date
Not Specified.

How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should:
Click here to apply online