Donor: UNFPA and NEWA

Mujejeguwa Loka Women Development Association (MLWDA) is a pioneering women-led Ethiopian charity established in 1996 and legally registered in 2002. Originating as a grassroots initiative in the Benishangul-Gumuz Region, its founding mission was to address critical women’s health challenges—especially unsafe childbirth practices like forest births. The name “Mujejeguwa Loka” means “down light” in the Gumuz language, symbolizing hope and enlightenment for marginalized women. Over the years, MLWDA has expanded its work to both Benishangul-Gumuz and Amhara regions, focusing on improving the social, economic, and health status of women and children through participatory and rights-based approaches.

The organization’s mission centers on advancing women’s rights, gender equality, and environmental rehabilitation through community-led programs, advocacy, and capacity-building. MLWDA implements initiatives that combat gender-based violence, promote legal awareness, and deliver essential health services, including counseling and safe childbirth practices. Recognized as one of Ethiopia’s leading indigenous, non-religious, and non-political NGOs, MLWDA continues to empower women at the grassroots and institutional levels—strengthening their participation in local governance, access to justice, and sustainable livelihoods.

Position Summary

The Social Worker will play a key role in providing psychosocial support, case management, and advocacy services to individuals and communities affected by protection concerns. The role involves working directly with vulnerable groups, including survivors of gender-based violence (GBV), children, and other at-risk populations, to ensure their safety, dignity, and access to essential services.

Key Responsibilities

• Case Management: Identify, assess, and manage cases of individuals at risk. Develop and implement individualized care/action plans. Provide referrals to appropriate services (health, legal, psychosocial, shelter).

• Psychosocial Support: Offer counseling and emotional support to survivors and vulnerable individuals. Facilitate group sessions and community-based psychosocial activities.

• Protection Monitoring & Advocacy: Monitor protection risks in communities and report concerns. Advocate for the rights and needs of survivors and vulnerable groups. Work closely with local authorities, task forces, and service providers.

• Capacity Building & Awareness: Conduct awareness sessions on protection, GBV, child rights, and related issues. Support training for community volunteers, committees, and stakeholders.

• Coordination & Networking: Collaborate with government agencies, NGOs, and community-based organizations. Participate in protection cluster/task force meetings.

• Documentation & Reporting: Maintain accurate case files and ensure confidentiality. Prepare regular reports on activities, challenges, and outcomes.

Job Title: Social Worker

Required number: 2 (two)

Duty Station: Assossa (1) Pawi Woreda (1) 

Immediate Supervisor : Project Officer

Job Requirements

Qualifications & Skills

• Bachelor’s degree in social work, Psychology, Sociology, or related field.

• Minimum 2–3 years of experience in social work, protection, or humanitarian programs.

• Strong knowledge of protection principles, GBV, child protection, and human rights.

• Excellent communication, counseling, and interpersonal skills.

• Ability to work with vulnerable populations with empathy and professionalism.

• Fluency in local language(s) and good command of English.

How To Apply

Interested and qualified candidates are invited to apply through ethiojobs

Application Deadline: May 11, 2026

Applicants should clearly specify their preferred duty station within their cover letter.

Job Requirements The role requires a Bachelor’s degree in Social Work, Psychology, Sociology, or a related field and a minimum of two to three years of experience in social work, protection, or humanitarian programs. How to Apply Apply using the provided link below.