SHEILLAH LUSIEPA
Kakamega
Summary
A confident and highly proficient social worker with over 8 years experience demonstrated success advocating for human rights protection and dignity for vulnerable population.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Project Officer-Youth Empowerment
Tree of Life
01.2023 - Current
- Designed and developed comprehensive youth empowerment programs aligned with organizational goals and community needs
- Supported preparation of budgets for the reintegration and mentorship component within the project for children and youth in conflict with the law in statutory institution and in the community
- Advocate for the rights and needs of youth in conflict with the law, ensuring fair treatment and access to rehabilitation opportunities within the justice system.
- In coordination with other partners, I supported the education and job placement of vulnerable girls and boys and those in conflict with the law to educational institutions
- Coordinated work efforts across multiple departments fostering a cohesive environment conducive to achieving project success efficiently
- Provided training, workshops, and resources to enhance the skills, knowledge, and capabilities of youth participants and facilitate mentorship programs and networking opportunities to support personal and professional growth for children and youth in statutory institutions
- Organized community events, forums, and outreach activities to raise awareness and encourage participation in youth empowerment initiatives
- Monitored program activities, collect data, and analyze results to measure effectiveness and identify areas for improvement
- Prepared reports and presentations to communicate outcomes to stakeholders, donors, and the broader community
Child Protection Officer
Danish Refugee Council
02.2021 - 08.2022
- Developed and implemented a comprehensive child protection strategy tailored to the specific needs and risks faced by children in the camp
- Conducted assessments including BIA and BID to identify vulnerabilities, risks, and protection gaps, and develop action plans to address them effectively
- Managed a CPIMS system for identifying, documenting, and responding to child protection cases in the camp
- Designed and delivered awareness-raising sessions and training workshops on child protection, child rights, and safeguarding principles for the people of concern, community leaders, and other implementing partners
- Provided training and capacity-building support to the agency staff, volunteers, and community members on child protection protocols, procedures, and best practices
- Established and maintained partnerships with relevant stakeholders, including government agencies, NGOs, UN agencies, and community-based organizations, to enhance coordination and collaboration in child protection efforts
- Participated in inter-agency coordination meetings, working groups, and forums to share information, resources, and best practices related to child protection in the community
- Family tracing and reunification where I collaborated with local authorities, NGOs and community leaders to trace and locate family members of separated and unaccompanied children and finally facilitate and coordinate the reunification process, ensuring that the child and family are adequately prepared for reunification, organize safe transportation, housing, and support services during the reunification process
- Represented the organization in discussions, negotiations, and advocacy efforts aimed at improving child protection policies, services, and responses at the camp level
Project Assistant
Jesuits Refugee Services
01.2019 - 12.2020
- Collaborated with project stakeholders to define project goals, objectives, and deliverables
- Developed project plans, timelines, and budgets, ensuring alignment with organizational priorities and strategic objectives
- Allocated resources effectively to support project activities, including personnel, funding, equipment, and materials
- Monitored project progress against established goals, milestones, and track key performance indicators (KPIs) and metrics to assess project outcomes and identify areas for improvement
- Build and maintained positive relationships with project stakeholders, including clients, partners, donors, and community members and keep stakeholders informed about project progress, challenges, and achievements through regular communication and updates
GBV Social Worker
Jesuits Refugee Services
01.2017 - 12.2018
- Conducted comprehensive assessments of survivors' needs and risks, including safety planning, housing, medical care, legal assistance, and counseling
- Offer trauma-informed counseling and support services to survivors, both individually and in group settings and facilitated support groups and workshops on topics such as self-care, healthy relationships, and empowerment
- Conducted community outreach and education activities to raise awareness about gender-based violence and promote prevention strategies
- Collaborated with local organizations, schools, and community groups to facilitate training sessions and awareness campaigns
- Collected data on GBV trends and prevalence to inform program planning and evaluation efforts and outcomes
- Engage in policy advocacy efforts to promote legislative and policy changes that address the root causes of gender-based violence and improve access to services for survivors
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Community Development and Social Work
Masinde Muliro University of Science And Technology
Kakamega County12.2020
Associate of Arts - Social Work And; Community Development
Masinde Muliro University of Science And Technology
Kakamega County12.2015
Associate of Arts - Social Development
Sigalagala National Polytechnic
Kakamega County12.2013
Skills
- Project Management
- Training facilitation
- Mentorship and Coaching
- Documentation and reporting
- Advocacy
- Case management
- Training
- Budget preparation
- Stakeholder engagement
Languages
English
Swahili
Personal Information
Nationality: Kenyan
Timeline
Project Officer-Youth Empowerment
Tree of Life
01.2023 - Current
Child Protection Officer
Danish Refugee Council
02.2021 - 08.2022
Project Assistant
Jesuits Refugee Services
01.2019 - 12.2020
GBV Social Worker
Jesuits Refugee Services
01.2017 - 12.2018
Bachelor of Arts - Community Development and Social Work
Masinde Muliro University of Science And Technology
Associate of Arts - Social Work And; Community Development
Masinde Muliro University of Science And Technology
Associate of Arts - Social Development
Sigalagala National Polytechnic
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