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Childline ZimbabweSocial Work Graduate Intern
Childline Zimbabwe, a registered Private Voluntary Organisation focused on child protection, is seeking a Social Work Graduate Intern for its location in Chipinge at Tongogara Refugee…
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Childline Zimbabwe, a registered Private Voluntary Organisation focused on child protection, is seeking a Social Work Graduate Intern for its location in Chipinge at Tongogara Refugee Camp. The organisation defends children's rights via confidential reporting systems and a 24-hour counselling service. This graduate internship involves offering therapeutic guidance to affected children and their families, managing drop-in centre administrative tasks, and supporting child protection initiatives. Candidates will handle case documentation, maintain…
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Childline Zimbabwe, a registered Private Voluntary Organisation focused on child protection, is seeking a Social Work Graduate Intern for its location in Chipinge at Tongogara Refugee Camp. The organisation defends children's rights via confidential reporting systems and a 24-hour counselling service.
This graduate internship involves offering therapeutic guidance to affected children and their families, managing drop-in centre administrative tasks, and supporting child protection initiatives. Candidates will handle case documentation, maintain inventory supplies, compile routine reports, and facilitate community workshops on gender-based violence and child safeguarding.
The position requires a relevant academic background and counselling experience with youths and families.
Responsibilities
- Provide therapeutic and direct counselling support to affected children and families
- Deliver child protection services adhering to minimum standards under supervision
- Maintain precise records of correspondence and individual case files following case management guidelines
- Manage the Drop-in Centre office, administrative tasks, and filing systems
- Track and request inventory stock such as stationery and consumables through the Project Officer
- Assist in drafting monthly, quarterly, and annual activity reports
- Compile accurate statistical data for monthly aggregation
- Conduct community presentations and workshops to build awareness regarding child protection and gender-based violence
Requirements
- Experience in counselling and working with children and families
- Familiarity with sexual reproductive health, child abuse, child rights, and child development
- Teamwork abilities and interpersonal skills across various levels
- Strong verbal and written communication proficiency
Qualifications
- A Degree in Social Work or a related field
Core Skills
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Where is this job located?
The position is based in Chipinge at the Tongogara Refugee Camp.
What are the core educational qualifications needed?
Applicants must hold a Degree in Social Work or a related field.
What is the application deadline?
The deadline to submit applications is October 25, 2026.
Is a salary specified for this internship?
The job posting does not specify salary details.
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