NASW Supports the Global Social Service Workforce Strengthening Alliance

Feb 3, 2012

NASW is a member of a global Social Service Workforce Strengthening Alliance that was formed following the November 2010 Conference in Cape Town.  The Alliance advocates for and coordinates support to country level initiatives that help to develop the workforce that provides critical services to vulnerable children and families. 

The Alliance is currently seeking a Senior Advisor, SWWS Alliance to further the work of the Alliance. The TOR and application guidelines can be viewed here: https://www6.ultirecruit.com/INT1028/JobBoard/JobDetails.aspx?__ID=*65900DFA2C35CB42

Please forward this opportunity to your networks.

Along with two representatives from NASW, other individuals on the Alliance represent USAID, UNICEF, Maestral International, Management Sciences for Health, Capacity Plus and Jane Addams School of Social Work.

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