Gender-based violence (GBV) Case Management Worker

Provide direct case management and psychosocial support for GBV victims.

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Application deadline 3 months ago: Friday 6 Mar 2026 at 21:00 UTC

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Overview

Provide direct case management and psychosocial support for GBV victims.

You have:

  • Proven experience in case management related to GBV.
  • Strong understanding of gender-based violence issues and principles.
  • Ability to provide individual counseling and group-based psychosocial activities.

The Organisation

Plan International is an independent development and humanitarian organisation that advances children’s rights and equality for girls. We believe in the power and potential of every child but know this is often suppressed by poverty, violence, exclusion and discrimination. And it is girls who are most affected. Working together with children, young people, supporters and partners, we strive for a just world, tackling the root causes of the challenges girls and vulnerable children face. We support children’s rights from birth until they reach adulthood and we enable children to prepare for and respond to crises and adversity. We drive changes in practice and policy at local, national and global levels using our reach, experience and knowledge. For over 85 years, we have rallied other determined optimists to transform the lives of all children in more than 80 countries. We won’t stop until we are all equal.

The GBV Case Management Worker provides direct case management, individual counselling and group-based psychosocial activities through safe spaces.

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Location: Kyangwali / Rwamwanja / Kyaka / Nakivale.

Type of Role: Fixed Term (based on confirmation of funding)

Reports to: GBV Officer

Grade: Level 13

Closing Date: 6 March 2026

Equality, diversity and inclusion is at the very heart of everything that Plan International stands for. We want Plan International to reflect the diversity of the communities we work with, offering equal opportunities to everyone regardless of age, disability, gender reassignment, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief, sex or sexual orientation. Plan International is based on a culture of inclusivity and we strive to create a workplace environment that ensures every team, in every office, in every country, is rich in diverse people, thoughts, and ideas. We foster an organisational culture that embraces our commitment to racial justice, gender equality, girls’ rights and inclusion.

Plan International believes that in a world where children face so many threats of harm, it is our duty to ensure that we, as an organisation, do everything we can to keep children safe. This means that we have particular responsibilities to children that we come into contact with and we must not contribute in any way to harming or placing children at risk. A range of pre-employment checks will be undertaken in conformity with Plan International's Safeguarding Children and Young People policy. Plan International also participates in the Inter Agency Misconduct Disclosure Scheme. In line with this scheme we will request information from applicants previous employers about any findings of sexual exploitation, sexual abuse and/or sexual harassment during employment, or incidents under investigation when the applicant left employment. By submitting an application, the job applicant confirms their understanding of these recruitment procedures.

Please note that Plan International will never send unsolicited emails requesting payment from candidates.

Potential interview questions

Can you describe a time when you successfully managed a case involving gender-based violence? This question assesses your practical experience and understanding of GBV case management. Share specific details about your approach, challenges faced, and outcomes achieved.
How do you ensure confidentiality and safety for individuals you are supporting? This question looks at your awareness of the importance of confidentiality in sensitive cases. Pro members can see the explanation.
What strategies do you use to engage with vulnerable communities effectively? Pro members can see the explanation. Pro members can see the explanation.
Explain how you would adapt your approach when working with children versus adults in GBV cases. Pro members can see the explanation. Pro members can see the explanation.
Can you give an example of a group-based psychosocial activity you have facilitated? Pro members can see the explanation. Pro members can see the explanation.
What do you consider when developing a safety plan for a GBV survivor? Pro members can see the explanation. Pro members can see the explanation.
How do you handle stress and emotional challenges in your role? Pro members can see the explanation. Pro members can see the explanation.
Describe how you have advocated for the rights of girls in your previous work. Pro members can see the explanation. Pro members can see the explanation.
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