TPO Nepal, in partnership with UNICEF, is implementing a project titled “Psycho-social Well-being of Children, Adolescents, Caregivers and Vulnerable Population Improved through Inclusive Psychosocial Support in the Rasuwa-Bhotekoshi Flash Flood.” Under this project, TPO Nepal will mobilize professional social workers to facilitate child protection case management and related support services for children and adolescents affected by the Rasuwa-Bhotekoshi Flash Flood.

The social workers will perform their duties in accordance with TPO Nepal’s policies and procedures, relevant professional and ethical standards, safeguarding and PSEA/PRSEAH requirements, humanitarian principles, and applicable MHPSS and child protection standards. They will also work in close coordination with the National Child Rights Council (NCRC), Child Welfare Officer (CWO) of local governments to ensure effective and coordinated delivery of case management services.

Specific Duties and Responsibilities / Job Description

Position: Social Worker (4)

Duty Station: Flood affected Palikas and Districts (The duty station and areas of deployment may be adjusted according to project needs and the evolving humanitarian situation.)

Reports to: TPO technical supervisor and UNICEF staff

Responsibilities

The Social Worker will be responsible for the following duties, including but not limited to:

  • Work closely with the National Child Rights Commission, child welfare officers in Palika and community-level child protection mechanisms, TPO and UNICEF staff supporting child protection case management, including identification, assessment, case planning, documentation, follow-up, and case review, case closure or handover in line with established procedures.;
  • Monitor children’s protection risks and basic service needs in temporary protection centers, communities and coordinate with service providers, authorities and relevant service providers to address identified gaps and ensure integrated support in close co-ordination with TPO psychosocial counsellors and palika officials.
  • Conduct holistic assessments of the child, family and caregiving environment, identifying protection risks, strengths, family/community resources and support required to ensure the child’s safety, well-being and development.
  • Develop and update individual case plans, ensuring that children’s needs, views, preferences, and required support are appropriately addressed.
  • Facilitate family tracing, contact, and communication, and support safe family reunification or alternative care arrangements in coordination with competent authorities and based on the best interests of the child.
  • Identify protection, safeguarding, mental health, medical, and other specialized needs; facilitate timely referrals and monitor follow-up through established referral mechanisms.
  • Maintain accurate, updated, and confidential case records, individual case plans, family contact details, referral information, and activity data using approved TPO Nepal tools and procedures.
  • Uphold confidentiality, informed consent and age-appropriate assent, safeguarding, PSEA/PRSEAH, professional boundaries, and the Do No Harm principle in all interactions and service delivery.
  • Participate in supervision, case consultations, coordination meetings, and capacity-building activities, and seek technical guidance for complex or high-risk cases.
  • Perform other relevant duties related to case management, MHPSS, child protection, coordination, and reporting as assigned by TPO Nepal.

Required Qualifications and Experience

  • Professional academic degree in Social Work, Bachelor of Social Work or Master in Social Work.
  • Relevant experience in child protection, psychosocial support, case management, or humanitarian response.
  • Previous experience working in humanitarian or disaster response settings, particularly in flood-affected or displacement-affected communities, will be an advantage.
  • Good knowledge of child protection principles, case management procedures, safeguarding, referral mechanisms, and Psychological First Aid (PFA).
  • Strong communication, interpersonal, coordination, and networking skills, with the ability to work effectively with local governments, community stakeholders, service providers, and humanitarian actors.
  • Ability to coordinate referrals, collaborate with multidisciplinary teams, and facilitate access to appropriate protection and psychosocial support services.
  • Good documentation, data management, and report-writing skills.
  • Ability to maintain confidentiality, work sensitively with children and families, and respond appropriately to protection and safeguarding concerns.
  • Ability to work effectively under pressure, adapt to changing humanitarian contexts, and manage field responsibilities with flexibility.
  • Fluency in Nepali; knowledge of relevant local languages will be an advantage.
  • Willingness and ability to travel and work in flood-affected communities as required.

Interested, qualified, and motivated candidates meeting the above requirements are encouraged to apply with a cover letter, updated resume (CV), and expected salary to hrtponepal@tponepal.org.np no later than 13 November 2026.

Only short-listed candidates will be informed about the further selection process. Any activity intended to influence the selection process will lead to disqualification. All the selected candidates will undergo rigorous background checks.

TPO Nepal is committed to diversity and inclusion within its workforce and encourages individuals from minority groups, indigenous groups, and persons with disabilities to apply. All applications will be treated with the strictest confidence. TPO Nepal does not tolerate sexual exploitation and abuse, any kind of harassment, including sexual harassment, and discrimination.