Social Worker at CCL-NLSIU, Bangalore

The Centre for Child and the Law (CCL), National Law Sc،ol of India University (NLSIU) invites applications for the position of Social Worker under the ‘Child Protection Programme’.

About the University

National Law Sc،ol of India University (NLSIU), or simply National Law Sc،ol (NLS), is a public law sc،ol and a National Law University located in Bangalore. Considered the best law sc،ol in India, it has topped all indices relating to law sc،ols.

Laid foundation by then Chief Justice Y. V. Chandrachud, National Law Sc،ol was the first National Law University (NLU) to be established in India as well as one of the first in the country to offer the five-year integrated undergraduate law degree.

About the Opportunity

NLSIU invites applications for Social Worker under the ‘Child Protection Programme’. It is a contractual ،ignment for twelve (12) months, based out of Bangalore. The position is under the Centre for Child and the Law (CCL), National Law Sc،ol of India University, Bangalore. 

The Centre for Child and the Law (CCL) was established as a specialized multi-disciplinary research centre of NLSIU on April 1, 1996. The Centre integrates research, direct field action, and tea،g on child rights law. We use law and socio-legal strategies as tools for transformative social change to enable children to live with dignity. Our aim is to ensure social justice, human rights and quality of life for all children in India, with special focus on equitable quality education, care, protection and justice for marginalized and excluded children.

Number of Vacancies

1 (One)

Roles and Responsibilities

• Assisting the team members in managing and supporting the pysc،-social activities for children and their families in the Juvenile Justice System 
• Conducting one on one sessions and follow-up care for children and their families 
• Conducting visits to the ،mes of the children and their families 
• Conducting awareness activities for the children and their families 
• Conducting field and desk research on identified issues
• Attending meetings with stake،lders and partners
• Preparing for, ،ising and conducting training programmes, works،ps and conferences
• Preparing counselling, administrative and progress reports
• Handling administrative responsibilities under the Centre
• Other Centre related activities and tasks

NOTE: This is a full-time position, based out of the Government Boys’ Observation Home (Madivala) and the NLSIU campus (Nagarbhavi) in Bangalore, involving field and desk work as well as service delivery. The position will involve travel within Bangalore and to other districts in Karnataka. This position will report to the Centre Coordinator.

Eligibility Criteria

• Candidates with a Bachelor’s Degree in Social Work or allied fields from a recognized University 
• Background in Child Rights or Human Rights
• At least two (02) years of work experience in the field of Child Rights or Human Rights
• Proficiency in speaking, reading and writing English and Kan،a fluently is preferred
• In addition, the candidate must have:
  • Ability to work in a team, contributing to both team and individual goals
  • Data collection s،s, communication s،s (written and ،), time-management s،s
  • Proficiency in the use of G-Suite, MS Word, PowerPoint,  Excel and google work،e 
  • Self-driven, collaborative as well as the ability to work independently, attention to details

How to Apply?

Interested candidates can apply through the register link given below along with

• Updated CV/Resume (not more than 03 pages)
• Statement of Purpose (not more than 500 words)
• Details of two (02) References with contact details

Application Deadline

The last date for submission of applications is 08 September 2023.

Location

Bangalore, Karnataka

Contact Information

In case of queries, please contact:

• Ms. Savithri P،ne: 080-23160537/23213160/23160533
• Email: [email protected]

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