Job ID
45356
Job Title
Social Worker
To work for
COOPI Cooperazione Internazionale
Country
Syria
City
Rif Dimashq
Field of Work
Social Services
Job Type
Full time
Military service
Not Specified
Minimum Education Level
Bachelor/ License Degree
Responsibilities
Planning
-Contribute, when asked, to drafts/ToR/BoQ for activities implementation (background, methodology, objectives, results, activities, BoQ, Monitoring and post monitoring table linked to result framework + cash, materials, transport) and send it to PO
-Support to prepare weekly activity planning, movement plan with the PM and APM.
-Contribute to weekly meeting
Implementation:
-Identify and assess vulnerable and at-risk children in coordination with community structures, CBOs, and other partners to ensure timely support and referrals.
-Provide structured psychosocial support (PSS) and focused, non-specialized counselling for children and caregivers in line with the IASC MHPSS intervention pyramid.
-Take the responsibility to implement the MHPSS, positive parenting programs, and other of structured and the child protection non structured interventions
-Document all individual cases using approved case management forms and tools, ensuring confidentiality, accuracy, and adherence to COOPI’s data protection and safeguarding standards.
-Support the maintenance and regular updating of the service mapping, ensuring accurate referral pathways to health, education, legal, and protection services.
-Conduct regular outreach and home visits (as contextually appropriate and based the suitable protocol) to follow up on identified cases and ensure continuity of care.
-Collaborate closely with specialized caseworkers and psychologists for children requiring advanced psychosocial interventions, ensuring smooth coordination across all steps of the case management cycle.
-Monitor, identify, and report child rights violations to the project team for appropriate response and advocacy actions.
-Ensure high-quality documentation and timely reporting, including data on services provided, referrals made, and awareness or PSS activities conducted.
-Facilitate community engagement by supporting awareness sessions, parenting discussions, and community-led protection initiatives that promote the well-being of children and families.
-Adhere strictly to COOPI’s safeguarding, PSEA, and code of conduct principles, maintaining the highest professional and ethical standards in all interactions with children and communities.
-Participate in capacity-building activities, trainings, and coordination meetings as requested by the supervisor.
Reporting
-Draft/inform the PO and APM on activities accomplishment including implementation data as requested (interim, final, ad hoc, etc)
-Participate in grant closing meetings for every closed grant if required by the PM.
External Coordination:
-Support the organization of internal and donors visits to the project sites liaising with the PO.
Project development:
-Support to execute and manage of all required needs assessment (Standard, Rapid, Ad Hoc) and explo missions.
-Act as enumerators and data collectors as required
-Contribute technical inputs in new project proposals as required
-Share project ideas and concepts as deemed useful
-Propose written innovative actions in the area of intervention.
-Contribute, when asked, to drafts/ToR/BoQ for activities implementation (background, methodology, objectives, results, activities, BoQ, Monitoring and post monitoring table linked to result framework + cash, materials, transport) and send it to PO
-Support to prepare weekly activity planning, movement plan with the PM and APM.
-Contribute to weekly meeting
Implementation:
-Identify and assess vulnerable and at-risk children in coordination with community structures, CBOs, and other partners to ensure timely support and referrals.
-Provide structured psychosocial support (PSS) and focused, non-specialized counselling for children and caregivers in line with the IASC MHPSS intervention pyramid.
-Take the responsibility to implement the MHPSS, positive parenting programs, and other of structured and the child protection non structured interventions
-Document all individual cases using approved case management forms and tools, ensuring confidentiality, accuracy, and adherence to COOPI’s data protection and safeguarding standards.
-Support the maintenance and regular updating of the service mapping, ensuring accurate referral pathways to health, education, legal, and protection services.
-Conduct regular outreach and home visits (as contextually appropriate and based the suitable protocol) to follow up on identified cases and ensure continuity of care.
-Collaborate closely with specialized caseworkers and psychologists for children requiring advanced psychosocial interventions, ensuring smooth coordination across all steps of the case management cycle.
-Monitor, identify, and report child rights violations to the project team for appropriate response and advocacy actions.
-Ensure high-quality documentation and timely reporting, including data on services provided, referrals made, and awareness or PSS activities conducted.
-Facilitate community engagement by supporting awareness sessions, parenting discussions, and community-led protection initiatives that promote the well-being of children and families.
-Adhere strictly to COOPI’s safeguarding, PSEA, and code of conduct principles, maintaining the highest professional and ethical standards in all interactions with children and communities.
-Participate in capacity-building activities, trainings, and coordination meetings as requested by the supervisor.
Reporting
-Draft/inform the PO and APM on activities accomplishment including implementation data as requested (interim, final, ad hoc, etc)
-Participate in grant closing meetings for every closed grant if required by the PM.
External Coordination:
-Support the organization of internal and donors visits to the project sites liaising with the PO.
Project development:
-Support to execute and manage of all required needs assessment (Standard, Rapid, Ad Hoc) and explo missions.
-Act as enumerators and data collectors as required
-Contribute technical inputs in new project proposals as required
-Share project ideas and concepts as deemed useful
-Propose written innovative actions in the area of intervention.
Qualifications
-University degree in Social Work, Psychology, Education, or another relevant social science.
-Minimum of 2 years of experience in Child Protection, Case Management, or Psychosocial Support within humanitarian or development settings.
-Strong understanding of Child Protection principles, case management standards, and community-based protection approaches.
-Demonstrated experience in working directly with children and caregivers, with strong communication and interpersonal skills.
-Ability to maintain confidentiality, empathy, and a non-discriminatory attitude in all professional interactions.
-Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) and basic data entry tools.
-Strong report writing and documentation skills.
-Ability to work under pressure, independently and within a multidisciplinary team.
-Fluency in Arabic and a good working knowledge of English.
-The experience in the national program such the positive parenting and the MHPSS program is an asset.
-Prior experience working with local partners or community organizations is an asset
-Minimum of 2 years of experience in Child Protection, Case Management, or Psychosocial Support within humanitarian or development settings.
-Strong understanding of Child Protection principles, case management standards, and community-based protection approaches.
-Demonstrated experience in working directly with children and caregivers, with strong communication and interpersonal skills.
-Ability to maintain confidentiality, empathy, and a non-discriminatory attitude in all professional interactions.
-Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) and basic data entry tools.
-Strong report writing and documentation skills.
-Ability to work under pressure, independently and within a multidisciplinary team.
-Fluency in Arabic and a good working knowledge of English.
-The experience in the national program such the positive parenting and the MHPSS program is an asset.
-Prior experience working with local partners or community organizations is an asset
Specific Vacancy Requirements
Safeguarding statement:
COOPI is firmly committed to safeguarding and protecting the welfare of children and vulnerable adults. We maintain a zero-tolerance policy toward any form of sexual exploitation, abuse, harassment, or neglect. All staff, consultants, and volunteers are expected to uphold and promote this commitment at all times. Employment with COOPI is subject to satisfactory reference checks, criminal background screening, and full adherence to COOPIs Code of Conduct, Child Safeguarding Policy, and Protection from Sexual Exploitation, Abuse, and Harassment (PSEA) Policy
Contract Type and Duration:
This is a full-time position under a 3-month renewable contract.
Behavioral Expectations and Core Values:
-Commitment to humanitarian principles
-Respectful and inclusive behavior
-Accountability and transparency in all actions
The last date for receiving the applications is November 20 , 2025. Due to the urgency of this role, we will be reviewing CVs and interviewing candidates in advance of the closing date. For this reason, interested candidates are asked to submit their applications as soon as possible.
Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted
COOPI is firmly committed to safeguarding and protecting the welfare of children and vulnerable adults. We maintain a zero-tolerance policy toward any form of sexual exploitation, abuse, harassment, or neglect. All staff, consultants, and volunteers are expected to uphold and promote this commitment at all times. Employment with COOPI is subject to satisfactory reference checks, criminal background screening, and full adherence to COOPIs Code of Conduct, Child Safeguarding Policy, and Protection from Sexual Exploitation, Abuse, and Harassment (PSEA) Policy
Contract Type and Duration:
This is a full-time position under a 3-month renewable contract.
Behavioral Expectations and Core Values:
-Commitment to humanitarian principles
-Respectful and inclusive behavior
-Accountability and transparency in all actions
The last date for receiving the applications is November 20 , 2025. Due to the urgency of this role, we will be reviewing CVs and interviewing candidates in advance of the closing date. For this reason, interested candidates are asked to submit their applications as soon as possible.
Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted
Salary and Benefits
The indicative monthly salary for this role is 419$
and Medical Insurance
and Medical Insurance
About us
We are an independent Italian NGO founded in Milan by Father Vincenzo Barbieri on April 15 1965.
For almost 60 years we have been dedicated to breaking the cycle of poverty and to supporting populations affected by wars, socio-economic crises or natural disasters in their path to recovery and sustainable development, by making use of the professionalism of local and international operators, and through our partnerships with public and private bodies and civil society organizations.
Today we are present in 33 countries in Africa, the Middle East, Latin America and the Caribbean, with 239 humanitarian projects reaching more than 7,000,000 people. Since 1965 COOPI Cooperazione Internazionale has helped more than 125 million people, with more than 3,000 projects in 74 countries, employing about 5,400 expat aid workers and around 67,000 local professionals.
For almost 60 years we have been dedicated to breaking the cycle of poverty and to supporting populations affected by wars, socio-economic crises or natural disasters in their path to recovery and sustainable development, by making use of the professionalism of local and international operators, and through our partnerships with public and private bodies and civil society organizations.
Today we are present in 33 countries in Africa, the Middle East, Latin America and the Caribbean, with 239 humanitarian projects reaching more than 7,000,000 people. Since 1965 COOPI Cooperazione Internazionale has helped more than 125 million people, with more than 3,000 projects in 74 countries, employing about 5,400 expat aid workers and around 67,000 local professionals.
Required employees number
1
Posted On
Nov 10, 2025
Expiry Date
Dec 10, 2025
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Additional questions for applicants
Q1: Have you been under any administrative, disciplinary, or criminal conviction resulting from an investigation of sexual exploitation or abuse?
Q2: Are you under investigation or have resigned before investigation closure related to sexual exploitation or abuse?
Q3: Are you in a sexual relation or married to a person under 18 years old?
Q2: Are you under investigation or have resigned before investigation closure related to sexual exploitation or abuse?
Q3: Are you in a sexual relation or married to a person under 18 years old?