Job Description
GBV Skilled Nurse / Health Officer – Jowhar, Somalia
Job Details
- Position Title: GBV Skilled Nurse
- Department: Protection
- Duty Station: Jowhar, Middle Shabelle Region, Hirshabelle State,
- Project Code: CBPF-SOM-26-S-NGO-40444
- Duration: 12 months (1 September 2026–31 August 2027)
- Reports To: Executive Director
- Employment Status: Full-time
- Application Deadline: 5 Sep 2026
Position Overview
The GBV Skilled Nurse / Health Officer will provide survivor-centered medical care to individuals affected by Gender-Based Violence (GBV). The primary objective is to deliver timely, compassionate treatment while maintaining strict confidentiality, dignity, and effective links to specialized support networks.
Key Responsibilities & Scope of Work
- Clinical Care: Provide post-rape care, emergency contraception, Post-Exposure Prophylaxis (PEP), and treatment for physical injuries.
- Case Documentation: Maintain accurate, highly confidential medical records and clinical case documentation.
- Referral Systems: Support and strengthen referral pathways to hospitals, psychosocial support, and legal services in coordination with local health authorities and partners.
- Community Engagement: Conduct health awareness sessions within target communities and at the One-Stop Center in Jowhar.
- Program Oversight: Plan and oversee clinical health activities across mobile teams, health clinics, and the One-Stop Center.
- Monitoring & Reporting: Monitor health service delivery, log GBV-related medical cases, and compile regular performance metrics.
Key Deliverables
- Monthly medical service reports covering treated cases and referrals made.
- Up-to-date patient medical records and an active referral pathway directory.
- Fully documented community awareness and health education sessions.
- Consistent delivery of confidential, respectful, and survivor-centered care across all touchpoints.
Qualifications & Experience Requirements
- Education: Diploma or Bachelor’s Degree in Nursing, Midwifery, or a related clinical field.
- Experience: Minimum of two (2) years of clinical practice, with preferred experience in GBV response, sexual/reproductive health, or humanitarian emergency settings.
- Technical Competencies:
o In-depth understanding of survivor-centered medical protocols and GBV case management.
o Demonstrated proficiency in clinical management of rape, administering PEP, and emergency contraception.
o Rigorous approach to data protection, record-keeping, and survivor confidentiality.
- Soft Skills: Deep empathy, discretion, exceptional communication skills, and a survivor-centered mindset.
- Language Requirements: Fluency in Somali is required; working knowledge of English is highly preferred.
How to Apply
Interested candidates who meet the criteria above are invited to submit their application package (CV, cover letter, and academic credentials) to hr@scc.org.so Female candidates are particularly encouraged to apply. This position is open exclusively to qualified candidates who are residents of Jowhar District.
How to Apply
This role is listed on FursadLink and applications are submitted on the organization's official email. Use the “Apply on External Website” button above to proceed. Please reference "GBV Skilled Nurse / Health Officer, Jowhar". Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. Somali Community Concern (SCC) is an equal-opportunity employer and strongly encourages women to apply.
