NLSIU invites applications for one (01) position of Senior Social Worker under the ‘Child Protection Programme’.
About NLSIU
National Law School of India University, or simply National Law School, is a public law school and a National Law University located in Bangalore. Considered the best law school in India, it has topped all indices relating to law schools. Laid foundation by then Chief Justice Y. V.
About the Opportunity
- It is a contractual assignment for twelve (12) months, based out of Bangalore. The position is under the Centre for Child and the Law (CCL), National Law School of India University, Bangalore.
- This is a full-time position, based out of the Government Boys’ Observation Home (Madivala) and the NLSIU campus (Nagarbhavi) in Bangalore, involving field and desk work as well as service delivery. The position will involve travel within Bangalore and to other districts in Karnataka. This position will report to the Centre Coordinator.
About the Centre
The Centre for Child and the Law (CCL) was established as a specialized multi-disciplinary research center of NLSIU on April 1, 1996. The Centre integrates research, direct field action, and teaching on child rights law. They use law and socio-legal strategies as tools for transformative social change to enable children to live with dignity. Their aim is to ensure social justice, human rights, and quality of life for all children in India, with a special focus on equitable quality education, care, protection, and justice for marginalized and excluded children.
Number of Positions
1
Roles & Responsibilities
- Overseeing and assisting the team members in managing and supporting the psycho-social activities for children and their families in the Juvenile Justice System
- Building Institutional Capacities for psycho-social Interventions within the Observation Home
- Contributing to research and advocacy outputs pertaining to toolkits, manuals, and other resources
- Anchoring and conducting awareness activities for the children and their families
- Coordinating and attending meetings with stakeholders and partners
- Preparing for, organizing, and conducting training programs, workshops, and conferences
- Developing, reviewing, and improving reports
- Conducting one-on-one sessions and follow-up care for children and their families
- Conducting visits to the homes of the children and their families
- Conducting field and desk research on identified issues
- Preparing counseling, administrative, and progress reports
- Handling administrative responsibilities under the Centre
- Other Centre related activities and tasks
Eligibility
- Candidates with a Master’s Degree in Social Work or allied fields from a recognized University
- Background in Child Rights or Human Rights
- At least five (05) years of work experience in the field of Child Rights or Human Rights
- Proficiency in speaking, reading, and writing English and Kannada fluently is preferred
- Rights-based research experience is preferred
- In addition, the candidate must have:
- Ability to work in a team, contributing to both team and individual goals
- Analytical, research, and data collection skills, communication skills (written and oral), time-management skills
- Proficiency in the use of G-Suite, MS Word, PowerPoint, Excel, and google workspace
- Self-driven, collaborative as well as the ability to work independently, attention to detail
How to Apply?
Interested applicants may apply through the link provided at the end of the post.
Application Deadline
September 15, 2023
Contact Information
For any clarifications in this regard, you may contact the University at the following numbers:
- Name of the Contact Persons: Ms. Savithri
- Phone: 080-23160537/23213160/23160533
- Email: recruitment@nls.ac.in
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